ACADEMIC STUDIES. SERIES “HUMANITIES”

COMICS AS A TOOL TO COUNTER RUSSIAN PROPAGANDA (ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE PROJECT «MY NON-FAKE STORY» OF THE SOCIAL COMICS MAGAZINE «INKER»)

2025-11-18T08:21:07+02:00

The article analyzes contemporary Ukrainian comics created within the framework of the project «My Non-Fake Story» by the creative team of the social comics magazine «Inker». The works considered include «Blind Spots», «I Am Not Second-Rate», «Labyrinths of Lies» and «In the Trap», which are distinguished by their documentary basis, thematic focus on the real testimonies of the characters and the desire to deconstruct Russian propaganda myths. The transformation of individual life stories into artistic narratives with a specific visual language makes them accessible to a wide range of readers. The emphasis is on the fact that such comics work with a double lens: on the one hand, they document the experience of specific people, and on the other, they transfer it to the sphere of public knowledge and collective memory. The scientific novelty of the article lies in the fact that the work of «Inker» is considered for the first time as an artistic and discursive project that forms a specific segment of modern Ukrainian military discourse, which acquires new sociocultural significance and becomes one of the means of recording experience, resistance, and self-representation. The study traces the continuity of the tradition of comics aimed at understanding the traumatic events of the 20th–21st centuries, in particular the Holodomor, World War II, the Holocaust, the Chernobyl disaster, Middle Eastern conflicts, etc. It is shown that the paintings of «Inker» simultaneously perform cognitive, memorial, and communicative functions, and also contribute to the formation of critical thinking and counteraction to manipulative practices. In the conditions of modern hybrid warfare, where the enemy’s weapon is not only military force, but also information manipulation, comics appear as a tool of resistance to attempts to rewrite history and destroy Ukrainian identity. Promising areas for further studies are the study of intermedia strategies, the study of the reception of Ukrainian social comics in the academic and cultural environment.

SACRAL TOPOS OF PRINCELY KIEV IN THE WORKS OF NATALENA KOROLEVA AND WIRA WOWK: ASPECTS OF INTERPRETATION

2025-11-18T09:06:56+02:00

The article is devoted to the analysis of the interpretation of the sacred topos of princely Kyiv in the works of Natalena Koroleva and Wira Wowk. Special attention is focused on the study of the artistic reception of St. Sophia of Kyiv, the Golden Gates, and the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra. It is emphasized that these structures are described not only as artifacts of sacred art, but primarily as meaning places of memory, capacitors of cultural and spiritual meanings. It is noted that the most frequently mentioned topos in the texts is Sophia of Kyiv. This is a multi-valued symbol that represents the sacred center of Kyiv and Ukraine. In N. Koroleva’s prose, he personifies a spiritual alternative to the world of evil, a metaphysical hope for resurrection from ruin, embodied in the vision of myrrh-bearing women In the poetry of Wira Wowk, he reflects the idea of protection, God’s powerful care over Ukraine, personified in the image of the Virgin Mary-Oranta. The artistic images of the Golden Gates (a symbol of princely power) and the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra (the embodiment of the country’s cultural heritage) are also original. The first is described through a legendary-apocryphal basis, the second through images of temples: the Assumption Cathedral, the bell tower (in Wira Wowk), as well as through the figures of monks of the Kyiv-Pechersk Monastery (in N. Koroleva). At the same time, it was noticed that N. Koroleva mostly interprets events from the historical past of the country, interprets the plots of the Paterik, and stylizes the language and presentation of the chronicles. Wira Wowk, on the other hand, depicts current events of our time, involving biblical intertextuality, metaphorical writing, and symbolism. It has been established that the basis of the artistic interpretation of the images of Sophia, the Lavra, and the Golden Gates in the works of both writers is historical parallelism, a comparison of the time planes of the 10th century and the 20th–21st centuries. In this context, the sacred topos of princely Kyiv represent the idea of the indestructibility of the Ukrainian people and their spiritual values in the crucible of dramatic trials of the past and present.

WORD COMPOUNDS CONTAINING THE COMPONENT «WAR» IN MACRO-LINGUOPOLITICAL SYNERGETICS OF WARTIME COMMUNICATION

2025-11-18T09:10:56+02:00

The article examines word compounds containing the component “war” as an integral part of wartime communication – one of the key objects of macro-linguopolitical synergetics. The analysis covers texts representing different functionalstylistic registers across three historical periods World War I, World War II, and the Russian-Ukrainian war and identifies the specific features of wartime communication in the domestic and foreign policy dimensions. The study of word combinations in official business texts from the WWI period has shown that wartime communication was conducted through official correspondence, telegrams, orders, and operational reports, in particular in the form of directives and communiqués. Military-political terminology predominated in these documents. In contemporary journalism, the distinct editorial lines of newspapers shaped domestic wartime communication – above all The Manchester Guardian, which became a media intermediary between the state and society. The Washington Post likewise documented, there was a breakdown in foreign policy wartime communication during the Battle of the Somme in 1916. The press widely used war metaphors and military-political terminology. It has been found that in literary texts of the WWI era, wartime communication appears as a counterpoint of two registers – the death of the protagonist and the impersonal frontline report, which is especially clearly traced in E. M. Remarque’s novel “All Quiet on the Western Front”, in part through its phraseological units. By contrast, in Ernest Hemingway’s “A Farewell to Arms”, wartime communication articulates the macro-interaction of diplomacy and ideology and models the balance of power in war, relying on military-political terms. The analysis showed that wartime communication during WWII was conducted by means of official documents (directives, memoranda, communiqués). A separate format consisted of inter-Allied conferences at which plans for the defeat of the common enemy were coordinated. The mechanism was implemented according to the principle of “centralized planning–decentralized execution,” with lexemes marked by war, military-political terms, and metaphorical comparisons playing an important role. The wartime press amplified the illocutionary force of official communications from reports on the bombing of Nagasaki and Japan’s surrender to the publication of anthologies of letters by amateur writers. The instruments of wartime communication included lexemes marked by war, as well as military-political terminology. The analysis characterizes wartime communication in artistic discourse – from depictions of combat operations to the issue of forced socialization in the concentration camp. In Primo Levi’s “If This Is a Man”, the domestic-political dimension of wartime communication appears as an aesthetically mediated “micro-politics of the camp,” articulated through lexemes that encode a hierarchy of coercion. Instead, in J. R. R. Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy, foreign policy wartime communication models the coordinated interaction of allies – a coalition with a distinct geopolitical identity of the “West,” where a range of phrases function as military-political markers. The analyzed material shows that, for wartime communication during the Russian-Ukrainian war, the legal framework is decisive: appeals to the UN Charter, resolutions, public statements at meetings of the Security Council, as well as procedural steps by the International Court of Justice – all of this forms a common regulatory normative-informational space. Within this frame, military-political terminology is widespread. A number of journalistic publications are highlighted in which wartime communication serves as a “stress test” of policy, legitimizing worst-case-scenario planning while simultaneously focusing attention on the domestic-political dimension. These materials employ military-political terminology, lexemes with military-political connotations, as well as war metaphors. In the artistic dimension, wartime communication, as expressed through micro-episodes in Matt Gallagher’s “Daybreak” and Artur Drazek’s “Bridge in the Darkness” models both interstate signals and domestic-political accents.

THE POETICS OF FEMALE RESILIENCE IN OLENA ZVYCHAYNA’S NOVELLA “THE GOLDEN STREAM FROM STARVING KHARKIV”

2025-11-18T09:17:27+02:00

This article presents the first comprehensive scholarly analysis of Olena Zvychayna’s novella “The Golden Stream from Starving Kharkiv” (1947), a work that has long remained outside the scope of literary scholarship and has not been the subject of dedicated academic inquiry. The text has yet to receive due recognition within the academic community. Olena Zvychayna’s oeuvre belongs to a largely underexplored segment of Ukrainian literature shaped by the context of forced emigration. Her literary legacy merits special attention not only for its artistic sophistication but also for the relevance of its themes – most notably, the experiences of occupation, survival, and the moral resistance of the Ukrainian intelligentsia. At the heart of the novella is the character of Katrusia, a young intellectual from Kharkiv who is compelled to endure humiliation, starvation, moral blackmail, and the loss of loved ones. Under the pressure of external circumstances, her inner world gradually transforms, yet the protagonist retains the ability to critically reflect on her experiences. With profound psychological insight, the work portrays the lives of Kharkiv residents under German occupation during 1941– 1942. Special attention is devoted to the socio-psychological representation of the female figure – as mother, beloved, and intellectual – who must navigate the harrowing choice between physical survival and the preservation of moral dignity in wartime conditions. Zvychayna demonstrates how, under extreme starvation and moral collapse, ethical foundations begin to erode: intellectuals degenerate, and young women are often forced into prostitution as the only means of survival. Against this backdrop, Katrusia emerges as a powerful figure – a woman who, despite suffering, strives to preserve not only her own and her child’s physical existence but also their spiritual integrity. The article underscores the importance of incorporating this novella into scholarly and cultural-educational discourse as a valuable source for the literary interpretation of wartime experience. It also highlights the need for broader study of Olena Zvychayna’s émigré works, which not only preserve the memory of the tragic events of the twentieth century but also shape a literary image of female resilience, dignity, and national self-preservation.

FEATURES OF THE USE OF MILITARY LEXICON IN THE OFFICIAL MEDIA OF THE ARMED FORCES OF UKRAINE

2025-11-18T09:23:41+02:00

The article examines the peculiarities of military vocabulary in official military media, which perform a number of important functions in wartime, including informational, propaganda, and motivational functions, record the current state of the lexical composition, and reflect the dynamics of its development. The purpose of the study is to analyze the peculiarities of military vocabulary in official military media as an important component of public discourse in wartime. The object of the study was military vocabulary in the language of contemporary Ukrainian military media. The as a result of analyzing official military media texts posted on Ukrainian information platforms, the main thematic groups of military vocabulary were identified, reflecting various names: equipment and weapons, ranks and positions, military actions and operations, units, call signs, as well as elements of military jargon used to denote the specifics of communication in the field of defense and phrases aimed at boosting morale. It is noted that the most numerous groups were those denoting military equipment and weapons, names of military units, as well as combat actions and operations. A significant portion consists of terminological vocabulary, including symbolic and historical names used in the names of equipment, military units, and call signs. The group of military jargon, reflecting the specifics communication in the army, as well as phrases-appeals, turned out to be smaller in volume. It has been established that military vocabulary covers both general terms for combat operations, equipment, and weapons, as well as names associated with historical figures and events, symbolic names, and lexemes that combine elements of Ukrainian tradition and modernity, national identity, and mythology. Such nominations are important because they perform not only a nominative function, but also a patriotic one, strengthening morale, motivating, showing a connection with history, and creating a sense of unity and invincibility. It is emphasized that in conditions of armed and information confrontation, military vocabulary requires comprehensive further research.

STRATEGIES OF REPRESENTING FEMININITY IN SONGS OF THE RUSSIANUKRAINIAN WAR PERIOD: GENDER DICHOTOMIES

2025-11-18T09:28:57+02:00

The aim of the article is to analyze the strategies of representing femininity in Ukrainian songs created during the Russian- Ukrainian war (2014–2025) and to explore how contemporary models of womanhood are constructed within them, how these models correlate with traditional views on the role and place of women during wartime, and what new meanings they introduce. The object of analysis comprises the lyrics of popular songs that are actively functioning in the modern media space. The methodology of the study is based on an interdisciplinary synthesis of gender studies, cultural semiotics, and discourse analysis, which allows considering wartime songs not only as artistic or communicative phenomena but also as complex mechanisms of social identity construction. The article primarily applies the principles of gender criticism developed in the works of Judith Butler and Simone de Beauvoir, as well as the concept of the «ethics of care» elaborated by Carol Gilligan and Nel Noddings. This approach enables the interpretation of femininity as a performative practice represented through the verbal, musical, and visual dimensions of song texts. The study reveals that contemporary Ukrainian wartime songs reproduce traditional archetypes of the mother, widow, and waiting woman (the girl or wife awaiting her beloved or husband’s return from the front), as well as the witch figure, while simultaneously actualizing new models of femininity – the female fighter, medic, and volunteer – that embody the ethical and corporeal subjectivity of women in war. At the same time, elements of essentialism persist: there is a tendency toward the sacralization of female sacrifice, the merging of beauty and selflessness, and the identification of the feminine with moral and ethical categories. As a result, it is demonstrated that models of femininity in wartime songs are based on the triadic structure of female roles – the mother, guardian, and beloved. However, all these roles undergo significant transformation under the conditions of war through patterns of heroism, political discourse, and practices of resilience. A new paradigm of femininity emerges, one that is no longer reduced to obedience or suffering but becomes synonymous with endurance, moral strength, and cultural resistance. The wartime song discourse not only reflects but also actively shapes social perceptions of gender, becoming an arena for the contestation between traditional and innovative models of womanhood, in which femininity emerges both as a symbol of national resilience and as a form of cultural resistance.

SPECIFIC FEATURES OF ANALYTICAL GENRES IN MODERN PRINT MEDIA

2025-11-18T09:34:12+02:00

This study analyzes the specific features of the reportage genre in modern media. The research highlights the main types and thematic groups of reportage in the publication, outlines their issues, and examines their genre characteristics. Studying the specifics of the reportage genre in contemporary print periodicals is a relevant area of research, as it allows for identifying the distinctive features of this genre and outlining prospects for its development in Ukrainian media. he article analyzes reportage as one of the key forms of journalistic content in print media. It examines the historical development of reportage, its characteristics, and its role in the modern media landscape. Particular attention is given to the functions of the genre: informational, educational, communicative, and aesthetic. It is noted that reportage combines elements of factuality, emotional depth, and the journalist’s subjective perspective, allowing readers to become direct “witnesses” of events. The study identifies the main structural components of reportage, including the introduction, main body, and conclusion, as well as the use of stylistic devices to enhance emotional impact on the audience. The emphasis is placed on the importance of the journalist’s personal experience, their ability to observe, and their skill in conveying the atmosphere of events. The article discusses modern challenges faced by reportage in print media, such as competition with digital platforms, declining audience attention spans, and economic constraints of editorial offices. The author highlights that despite these challenges, reportage remains an essential tool for shaping public opinion, maintaining trust in the media, and producing high-quality journalistic content.

LINGUOSTYLISTICS OF PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION AS A BASIS FOR ESP TEACHING

2025-11-18T09:36:54+02:00

This article explores the essential role of linguostylistics in shaping the methodological and communicative foundations for teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP), particularly in economic and business contexts. Drawing from current trends in stylistic theory, discourse analysis, and applied linguistics, the study presents a comprehensive view of how linguistic and stylistic competence in professional registers contributes to the development of effective ESP curricula. Special attention is given to analyzing key stylistic features of professional genres such as reports, emails, presentations, negotiations, and academic business writing from both theoretical and practical perspectives. The authors emphasize the importance of integrating stylistic awareness into ESP teacher training, proposing pedagogical strategies aimed at enhancing learners’ discourse competence in domain-specific communication. Case studies in business English instruction illustrate the effectiveness of genre-based and stylistic approaches. The concluding section reflects on the future of ESP education in multilingual academic environments, highlighting the need to adapt curricula to the dynamic changes in global business communication. Thus, linguostylistics serves not only as a theoretical foundation but also as a practical tool that helps students develop not only language skills but also flexibility in language use according to the specifics of their professional activities. This approach ensures more effective integration of graduates into the international business environment and increases their competitiveness in the labor market.

TRANSLATION OF ABBREVIATIONS IN EU LEGAL ACTS INTO THE UKRAINIAN LANGUAGE

2025-11-18T09:43:04+02:00

The article examines the function of abbreviations in the texts of EU legal acts and the methods of reproducing abbreviations in official Ukrainian translations. The relevance of the topic is determined by Ukraine’s active integration processes with the EU and the need to ensure high-quality translation of EU legal acts into Ukrainian. The concept of abbreviation is defined as well as the main types of abbreviations found in EU law. The key trends in their reproduction in Ukrainian translations are identified. Based on the corpus of EU legal acts in the field of culture, the main strategies for translating abbreviations and creation of appropriate Ukrainian abbreviations are examined. The author identifies differences in translation approaches to abbreviations in documents of different EU institutions and suggests ways to standardize the translation of abbreviations to ensure terminological consistency. The scientific novelty of the work lies in the fact that for the first time a comprehensive study of the translation of abbreviations of EU legal acts in the field of culture into Ukrainian has been conducted. Distinctive methods of translating EU acquis abbreviations have been traced, the most common mistakes in translating abbreviations have been identified, and ways to solve the challenges of translating EU legal acts abbreviations into Ukrainian have been considered, in particular, the need to introduce a terminology database, standardize approaches to translation, create a bilingual corpus, and involve control mechanisms. The practical part of the article contains an analysis of specific examples of the translation of abbreviations based on a corpus of EU legal acts in the field of culture (two regulations and a directive) and their official translations into Ukrainian. The total volume of the corpus is 30,550 words, and the sample of abbreviations analyzed is 341.The results of the study are of practical importance for translators, lawyers and experts on European integration.

A PRAGMATIC ANALYSIS OF NON-VERBAL COMPONENTS IN EMOTIONAL AND EMOTIVE TYPES OF DISCOURSE (BASED ON CONTEMPORARY ENGLISH-LANGUAGE PROSE

2025-11-18T09:59:32+02:00

The article focuses on the pragmatic features of non-verbal components of communication within the framework of emotional and emotive discourse. It outlines the theoretical foundations of emotional and emotive communication, with particular emphasis on pragma-linguistic approaches, and identifies the principal features that enable a clear distinction between emotional expression and the speaker’s emotive intention.Typical non-verbal means accompanying verbal utterances and enhancing their pragmatic potential are analyzed. The study emphasizes that non-verbal behavior may be either spontaneous or controlled and pragmatically motivated. Drawing on modern communicative linguistics, pragmatics, and psycholinguistics, the research identifies the role of non-verbal cues in achieving communicative goals, reinforcing or transforming verbal content, and shaping the emotional impact on the recipient. The material under analysis includes fragments of English-language discourse that reflect speakers’ communicative behavior under emotional tension or while expressing affective states. As a result of the study, it has been found that non-verbal components in emotionally and emotively marked discourse function not only as auxiliary tools but as independent communicative codes. They perform emphatic, modificational, and regulative functions and significantly influence the interpretation of verbal messages. It has also been revealed that in some cases, non-verbal signals may contradict verbal ones, creating an effect of pragmatic polysemy. The study confirms that effective interpretation of emotional and emotive discourse is impossible without considering the non-verbal level of communication as an integral part of a unified pragmatic system.

SYMBOLISM OF THE COLOR RED IN CONTEMPORARY ENGLISH POETRY

2025-11-18T10:03:24+02:00

This article explores the multidimensional symbolism of the color red through cultural and psychological lenses. Red is presented not only as a means of nonverbal communication but also as a powerful semiotic tool capable of conveying contrasting meanings. It emerges as a deeply ambivalent symbol: on the one hand, it represents love, beauty, life, inspiration, and energy; on the other hand, it is strongly associated with pain, conflict, shame, danger, and even death. Dictionary entries reflect the semantic breadth of the term, encompassing physical, emotional, and ideological dimensions. The article also examines the psychological perception of red – its ability to evoke strong emotions, provoke physiological responses, and, therefore, symbolize vital force, willpower, and sexuality. In contemporary English poetry, red is most commonly interpreted as a symbol of love – both uplifting and destructive. This duality is conveyed through various images, the most striking of which is the metaphor of glowing embers, a symbol of fading feelings and inner emptiness. Notably, to intensify emotional impact and create a more dramatic effect, authors frequently contrast red with other colors: green, which embodies life, longevity, and strength; and black, which signifies grief, emptiness, or loss. Red is often embedded in poetic texts through established symbols. The idiom red flag functions as a warning sign, a marker of emotional threat or relational discord, while red thread, rooted in Eastern philosophy, introduces the motif of a fated bond that unites soulmates regardless of circumstance. Altogether, this creates a rich symbolic domain in which red conveys a broad spectrum of emotions and feelings.

NEURAL NETWORK MODELS IN THE TRANSLATION OF GERMAN AND ENGLISH TEXTS

2025-11-18T10:07:11+02:00

The article explores the potential of neural network models in translating English- and German-language texts into Ukrainian. Today, these models form the basis of the most popular machine translation systems, having replaced outdated statistical and rule-based approaches. Thanks to the Transformer architecture, it has become possible to reproduce complex syntactic structures and account for context more effectively. The study analyzes the performance of three systems – DeepL, Google Translate, and GPT – with a comparative overview of their results in translating texts of different genres: scientific, journalistic, and literary. This made it possible to highlight the cases in which machine translation systems perform most successfully and where human intervention is still required. The research presents examples demonstrating both the strengths and weaknesses of the models. It was found that the most accurate results appear in technical and journalistic materials, where semantic precision is of primary importance. At the same time, the translation of literary works proves to be far more challenging: the systems often fail to preserve irony, stylistic nuances, or wordplay. It was also emphasized that translation quality depends on the training corpus and the text domain: results are considerably better in familiar domains than in specialized or less common areas. The article concludes that neural network translation models are an important tool in modern translation practice. They save time and help overcome language barriers, but they are still unable to fully replace human translators. The most promising direction is the combination of automatic translation with subsequent human editing and quality control.

PSYCHOLINGUISTIC MECHANISMS OF EMOTIONAL SELF-REGULATION IN CONFLICT DISCOURSE

2025-11-18T10:14:07+02:00

The article is devoted to highlighting the psycholinguistic mechanisms of emotional self-regulation in conflict discourse, which is an important aspect of contemporary research in the fields of psycholinguistics, communication psychology, and cognitive science. The paper analyzes scientific approaches to understanding the processes of emotion regulation in speech activity, which are activated in conditions of increased communicative tension or conflict. Based on a generalization of contemporary theoretical concepts and interdisciplinary research, the interconnection between emotional regulation, cognitive processes, speech strategies, and behavioral reactions of communicants in situations of social interaction is revealed. It has been determined that emotional self-regulation performs a leading adaptive function, ensuring the constructive course of conflict interaction, reducing the intensity of negative emotional manifestations, and contributing to the preservation of productive dialogue between communication participants. It is emphasized that it is the ability to control one’s own emotional reactions, to understand the reasons for their occurrence, and to build an appropriate communication strategy that is a key factor in the effectiveness of interpersonal interaction. It is shown that the choice of linguistic strategies, stylistic means, and forms of emotional expression directly depends on the level of development of emotional intelligence, cognitive flexibility, empathy, and the ability to comprehend one’s own experiences. The role of verbal and nonverbal markers (intonation, speech tempo, facial expressions, gestures, posture) in the process of emotional self-regulation is revealed, since it is through them that both external expression and internal control of the emotional state occur. The significance of psycholinguistic factors that determine the individual characteristics of speech behavior during conflict is identified. It is proposed to consider emotional self-regulation as an integral component of speech competence, which contributes to the formation of a culture of constructive communication and improves the quality of interpersonal interaction in conflict situations.

COMMUNICATIVE CHALLENGES OF THE DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT AS A FACTOR IN THE TRANSFORMATION OF RELIGIOUS REPRESENTATIONS IN THE METAMODERN ERA

2025-11-18T10:18:00+02:00

The article analyzes the communicative challenges of the digital environment as a factor in the transformation of religious representations in the metamodern era. In the context of rapid digitalization, religious communication is undergoing radical changes, forming new forms of the sacred and identity. Concurrently, with the transformation of sacred experience, technoreligious studies is emerging as an interdisciplinary field. Digital media are creating new forms of religious affiliation: online communities, virtual pilgrimages, and digital rituals are becoming part of everyday religious life. Memes, emojis, and visual language play an important role in expressing faith, contributing to a hybridization of religious and digital identity, where the sacred intertwines with the cultural codes of the Internet. In the digital age, religious representations are increasingly formed at the intersection of algorithmic logic and collective imagination, where the sacred acquires new visual and narrative forms. Contemporary communicative practices increasingly involve AI not merely as a tool, but as an active participant in religious discourse. Technology is beginning to function as an autonomous spiritual strategy: catechetical robots conduct teaching practices, algorithms compose sermons, and in dialogues with each other, AI systems can reproduce classic theological discussions, for instance, on the proofs of God’s existence. The communicative practices of technoreligious studies demonstrate that digital technologies not only mediate religious experience but also transform its structure, temporality, and institutional forms. Virtual liturgies, algorithmic mediators of faith, and platform-based forms of spiritual solidarity are becoming an integral part of the religious landscape in the metamodern era. The communicative practices of the digital age raise the question of how religious narratives adapt to the discourse of human rights, especially in the context of algorithmic moderation and platform censorship.

INTEGRATING UKRAINIAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL COMPONENTS IN THE INSTRUCTION OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

2025-11-18T10:22:09+02:00

The article investigates the interrelation between the Ukrainian language and culture in the context of teaching Ukrainian as a foreign language. It emphasizes that effective language acquisition is impossible without immersion in the cultural environment, since language functions not only as a means of communication but also as a carrier of historical memory, traditions, mentality, and spiritual values of the nation. The role of the cultural component in shaping the intercultural competence of foreign students and in facilitating their successful adaptation to the academic and social environment in Ukraine is highlighted. Particular attention is given to cultural practices as a powerful tool for motivating and engaging students in active language learning. The educational process is considered as an integrated system that combines linguistic knowledge with cultural aspects, including traditions, holidays, customs, literature, art, and contemporary cultural processes. The study presents examples of integrating the cultural component into language training, such as the organization of festive events, language-and-culture projects, excursions, literary and artistic evenings, and the use of authentic texts, multimedia resources, and modern online platforms (e.g., Ukraїner, Prometheus, Ye-Mova). It is substantiated that such forms of work increase students’ interest in learning, reduce psychological barriers, promote the development of communicative skills, and foster a deeper understanding of Ukrainian culture. Methodological approaches ensuring the effective integration of language and culture are outlined, including cultural, communicative-cultural, project-based, multimedia, and intercultural approaches. The article concludes that incorporating the cultural component into the educational process not only enriches language training but also contributes to shaping a positive image of Ukraine as a country with a rich history and cultural heritage. This approach fosters the development of intercultural communication skills, enhances students’ motivation for learning, and ensures comprehensive acquisition of the Ukrainian language within an authentic sociocultural context.

EMOTIONAL ANALYSIS OF TESTIMONIES OF THE RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR USING NATURAL LANGUAGE PROCESSING AND CARTOGRAPHIC VISUALIZATION

2025-11-18T10:27:28+02:00

The article examines the integration of natural language processing (NLP) and cartographic visualization for analyzing the emotional dimension of war testimonies. The material includes 1437 texts collected within the project “Narratives of War: Virtual Exhibit of Written Testimonies of the Russia-Ukraine War” (2022–2023). Testimonies were processed and classified using the EmoBench-UA model, a multi-label classifier adapted for Ukrainian. Based on a multilingual transformer encoder, the model identifies six basic emotions: Joy, Fear, Anger, Sadness, Disgust, Surprise, and a neutral category (None). Its multi-label approach captures the coexistence of several emotions in one text, reflecting the multidimensionality of human experience. The analysis revealed the predominance of Sadness and Fear, which together form over sixty percent of emotional markers. This corresponds to the traumatic nature of war, linked to loss, uncertainty, and existential threat. Sadness often exceeded 40–50%, while Fear ranged from 20–40% and in some regions surpassed 60%. Neutral narration (None), averaging 20–30%, points to descriptive testimonies without explicit emotions. Other emotions were rarer: Joy appeared in contexts of solidarity and hope, Anger and Disgust reflected reactions to aggression, while Surprise occurred sporadically. Cartographic visualization enabled the identification of regional patterns. Compared to charts, maps provided a more intuitive overview of Ukraine’s emotional landscape, clearly showing dominant emotions by region. The study highlights both potential and limitations. The uneven regional distribution of testimonies affects representativeness, pointing to the need for corpus expansion and integration of temporal and socio-demographic data for deeper insights and analysis.