During the 2025–2026 academic year, the Department of Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Technologies organized a number of activities aimed at systematically conducting spiritual, educational, and upbringing work among the academic staff and students, broadening the spiritual outlook of young people, fostering respect for national and universal human values, and strengthening the feelings of patriotism, humanity, tolerance, mutual respect, and solidarity.

  At the department, spiritual and educational activities were organized in accordance with the priority areas of spiritual and moral education established by the state, national holidays, historical and commemorative dates associated with the lives and activities of great ancestors, important dates related to state symbols, as well as the national and religious values of our people.

  During these activities, particular attention was paid to increasing students’ knowledge of the history of our country, national values, the ideas of independence, peace and harmony, environmental culture, healthy lifestyles, reading culture, as well as professional ethics and standards of conduct.

  Event Dedicated to Teachers’ and Mentors’ Day

  On October 1, in connection with Teachers’ and Mentors’ Day, a spiritual and educational event was organized with the participation of the academic staff and students of the department.

  During the event, special emphasis was placed on the role of teachers and mentors in educating the younger generation, imparting knowledge, and developing students’ professional competencies. Appreciation and respect were expressed to the academic staff.

  Event Dedicated to the Constitution Day of the Republic of Uzbekistan

  On December 8, in connection with the Constitution Day of the Republic of Uzbekistan, round-table discussions and educational meetings were organized.

  The events addressed the importance of the Constitution in the life of society and the state, the rights and responsibilities of citizens, the rule of law, and issues related to improving the legal awareness and culture of young people.

  Event Dedicated to Defenders of the Motherland Day

  On January 14, in connection with Defenders of the Motherland Day, a spiritual and educational discussion was organized.

  During the event, particular attention was paid to ensuring peace and security in the country, the dedicated service of military personnel, educating young people in the spirit of patriotism, and increasing civic responsibility.

  As part of this activity, the staff of the department and students visited a military unit located in the city of Samarkand. The visit made a positive impression on the students and contributed to increasing their interest in patriotism, military service, and civic responsibility.

  Birthday of Alisher Navoi: On February 9, in connection with the 584th anniversary of the birth of the great thinker and statesman Alisher Navoi, spiritual and educational activities were held.

  During the events, students were provided with information about Alisher Navoi’s contribution to the development of science, literature, and spirituality, as well as the ideas of humanism, kindness, justice, and personal excellence reflected in his works.

  Birthday of Zahiriddin Muhammad Babur: On February 14, in connection with the birthday of the great statesman, poet, and thinker Zahiriddin Muhammad Babur, spiritual and educational discussions were organized.

  Students were provided with information about Babur’s significant contribution to the development of science, literature, history, and culture, as well as his rich literary and scholarly heritage. 

  Spiritual and Educational Work with Young People

  Throughout the academic year, various spiritual and educational activities were organized in order to make students’ leisure time meaningful, broaden their spiritual outlook, and increase their social activity.

  In particular, the following activities were conducted:

• discussions aimed at developing a culture of reading and increasing interest in literature;
• meetings aimed at developing the “Teacher–Student” tradition;
• round-table discussions on ethics, behavioral culture, and academic culture;
• awareness-raising activities dedicated to combating corruption and promoting the principles of integrity;
• meetings aimed at improving the legal awareness and culture of young people;
• preventive discussions on the proper and safe use of the Internet and social networks;
• activities promoting a healthy lifestyle and preventing harmful habits;
• educational activities dedicated to environmental awareness and environmental protection.

  The activities carried out contributed to improving the spiritual and moral culture of students, fostering a sense of patriotism, respect for national and universal human values, as well as increasing their social activity and civic responsibility.