TEACHERS OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AT THE GLUKHIV STATE PEDAGOGICAL UNIVERSITY – MECHYSLAV ZAREMSKYI, VALERY BELASHOV, VIKTOR ZAYKA: PROSOPOGRAPHIC PORTRAIT

Abstract

The article is dedicated to the scientific and pedagogical activity of representatives of the historical and philosophical school of the Glukhiv National Pedagogical University named after Oleksandr Dovzhenka, who graduated from the department of history, legal studies and teaching methods. The work is based on the analysis of the contribution of three outstanding scientists – Mechyslav Zaremskyi, Valery Belashov and Viktor Zayka – to the development of Ukrainian historical science, philosophy, local history and the preservation of cultural heritage. It is emphasized that the activities of these scientists contributed to the establishment of the department as an important scientific and educational center focused on the study of the history of Ukraine, philosophical thought and pedagogical methodology. Mechyslav Zaremskyi, one of the founders of the school, specialized in the philosophy of science and methodology, creating educational programs for students that contributed to the expansion of the philosophical approach to philosophy as a scientific discipline. Mychyslav Yosypovych took an active part in public projects, popularizing the Ukrainian philosophical tradition and cultural achievements of his native land, which emphasizes his contribution to the enrichment of public life and the education of a nationally conscious intelligentsia. It is emphasized that Valery Belashov’s historical research focused on the history of Glukhov, its role as the hetman's capital and the cultural center of Left Bank Ukraine in the 18th century. It is noted that the teacher was also actively involved in local history, publishing numerous works on the history of the Hlukhiv region, which increased the importance of regional history in the all-Ukrainian context. His works contribute to the preservation of the cultural memory of the local population and emphasize the role of the Deaf in the history of Ukraine. It is noted that Viktor Zayka made a significant contribution to the research of the historical and cultural heritage of Sumy Oblast. He initiated the creation of monument protection organizations, organized local history events and acted as an active popularizer of national monuments. His activity contributed not only to the preservation of historical artifacts, but also to the strengthening of the cultural identity of the Glukhiv community. In general, the article demonstrates the importance of the historical and philosophical school of Glukhiv University as an important scientific and cultural center that contributes to the formation of a new generation of Ukrainian scientists.