On May 10, 2026, a solemn event dedicated to the Day of the National Flag, the National Emblem and the National Anthem of the Republic of Belarus took place on the Flag and Coat of Arms Square in Vitebsk.

Dear colleagues and students of the University!

I cordially congratulate you on the Day of the National Flag, the National Emblem and the National Anthem of the Republic of Belarus!

In 2026, these symbols, as before, remain a solid foundation of statehood. They embody the inseparable bond of generations, historical memory and shared responsibility for the future of their native land. They contain the soul of the Belarusian people, its centuries-old history, the courage of its ancestors and the creative energy of its contemporaries. They teach us to value independence, to cherish peace in our land, and to look to the future with confidence.

May the three main symbols of sovereign Belarus always fill our hearts with a sense of pride for our country, unite us in achieving common goals and inspire us to new successes for the benefit of the prosperity of our native Belarus! 

Rector of the University A.N. Chukanov

On May 9, university staff and students, led by Rector Alexei Chukanov, took part in the generational march "Belarus Remembers" and a Victory Day rally.

Dear veterans, staff and students of the University!

I cordially congratulate you on the 81st anniversary of the Victory of the Soviet people in the Great Patriotic War!

Victory Day is one of the main moral landmarks of our history. Every Belarusian family lives in the memory of the heroes who gave us a peaceful future and the opportunity to live in a free, independent country.

The Great Patriotic War will forever remain a symbol of indomitable will, fraternal unity and the unparalleled feat of our people. We bow our heads to those who defended their native land at the cost of their lives at the front, in partisan detachments and in the underground.

This sacred holiday reminds us of our high responsibility to preserve peace and historical truth. We must preserve the legacy of the victorious generation, pass on the truth about that war, and resist any attempts to rewrite history. Our strength lies only in solidarity and unity.

May the sky over our Motherland always be peaceful and cloudless!

Happy Great Victory Day!

On May 8, 2026, Alexey Chukanov, Rector of VSMU, met with teachers and students who had achieved high results in sports, creative and educational activities.