To mark the 37th anniversary of Uzbek being granted the status of the state language, the Department of Uzbek and Russian Philology of the Faculty of World Languages and Philology at Kokand University announces a week of cultural and educational activities from 19 to 23 October 2026!

WEEKLY PROGRAMME

Monday, 19 October

Official opening of the week. A lecture on the Law “On the State Language”, adopted on 21 October 1989, and regulatory documents aimed at enhancing the status of the state language.

“Guardians of the Language” initiative. Students will identify spelling errors in street advertisements, announcements, and signs and prepare presentations featuring the correct forms.

Tuesday, 20 October

“My Mother Tongue Is My Soul” Challenge. Create a short video featuring a poem, proverb, or wise saying about your mother tongue, or present your own creative performance. Post your video on the faculty’s Telegram channel or Instagram page using the hashtag #OnaTilimJonuDilim. The most active participants with the most meaningful contributions will be recognised!

Wednesday, 21 October — Uzbek Language Day

“A Bouquet of Poems” Poetry Evening. Poems about the mother tongue by classical and contemporary poets, alongside original works by students. The best performers will receive awards!

Thursday, 22 October

“My Mother Tongue Is My Pride” Literary, Artistic and Musical Evening. Poems, songs, and stage performances dedicated to the mother tongue and the celebration of the homeland.

Friday, 23 October

Spelling Dictation Competition in the Latin alphabet. Can you write without making mistakes? Put your skills to the test!

Essay Competition. Topics:

• “Preserving Our Mother Tongue in the Age of Globalisation Is Everyone’s Responsibility.”

• “The State of the Uzbek Language on Social Media: What Should We Do?”

• “If My Language Could Speak…”

• “A Letter to My Mother Tongue.”

• “The State Language — A Symbol of Independence.