Today, on August 14, representatives of the Belarusian National Technical University visited academic building No. 15 of BNTU, where members of BNTU student teams are working. Irina Gud, head of the Center for Ideological Work and Youth Affairs, and Ekaterina Aronova, deputy secretary of the BRSM public organization with the rights of the BNTU RK, met with the members of the student construction teams.
Very soon, the “little ship” on the Borisov Highway will once again open its doors to students and teachers. Today, the preparation of the facility for the academic year has entered the final stage, and the pace of work largely depends on the well‑coordinated efforts of the student construction teams.
During the visit, Irina Gud and Ekaterina Aronova inspected the key facilities where the workers are employed. Attention was focused on the final stages of equipping the premises. The team demonstrated the scale of the work done: new spacious lecture halls, modern laboratories, and fully updated engineering systems.
Many of the student team members are students majoring in construction and architecture, for whom working on the building has become invaluable experience.
Ekaterina Aronova spoke about what tasks the team members perform at the site and why their participation is so important.
— Student groups are responsible for cleaning the premises, preparing classrooms and study areas, and improving the surrounding area of the building. Currently, about 80 members of student groups are involved in preparing the building; they work in shifts to ensure that all necessary tasks are completed efficiently. This work is extremely important, as it allows students to make a real contribution to the development of the university and to instill a sense of responsibility and pride in their university. It provides practical teamwork experience and a sense of involvement in a meaningful project. The most important skill becomes the ability to work in a team, manage one’s time, and handle practical tasks in a real project environment.
The renovation of Building 15 is not just construction work; it’s also a unique opportunity for students to see the building from the inside, even before it opens its doors. Those who are working on the site today will be studying in these classrooms and laboratories tomorrow. The students shared their impressions of what they saw and told what brought them to the student team.
Thus, Anton Lakiza, a student at the construction faculty, first visited Building 15 during the renovation. The young man told what impressed him the most and why he decided to join the student team.
“When I first came to Building 15, I immediately noticed how beautiful it is here: new tiles, lots of seating, and there’s even a food point — students will appreciate it. If you look at the building’s facade, it’s simply magnificent.” The area has already been landscaped: trees have been planted, benches have been put up — everything is shining and pleasing to the eye. I was also very impressed by the high‑rise section with balconies — it offers a very beautiful view. There’s a dormitory nearby — it’s literally a two‑minute walk away. There will also be a very good library here. I’m really looking forward to everything being fully operational so we can study here.
But the first‑year student wasn’t impressed just by the transformation of the building. Anton also shared what working in a student team means to him and what feelings the awareness of his own contribution evokes.
— I really enjoy working in a student team. I come every day, try not to miss any, and work conscientiously. I feel that I’ve made a contribution to preparing the building for the opening. When students come here, I’ll know that I left a part of myself here. I joined the student team because I’d never been involved in anything like this before. I wanted to get a feel for what it's like, to meet new guys — after all, I only finished my first year, and there are undergraduates working here. Now I know for sure that the student body is not only a job, but also new friends and pride in their work.
Artyom Shevelev, a student of the Faculty of Civil Engineering, is the commander of the student detachment Minsk — 955 named after I. I. Kvustov. On his shoulders is the organization of work and responsibility for the result.
— I joined the student team to work and see with my own eyes what the 15th building is like from the inside, how it’s organized, and, importantly, to take part in its development myself. I wanted to meet new people — we have guys from different years here, and that’s great. From the very beginning of the work, I became a leader. It’s tiring, but I understand that it’s a responsibility, and I take it seriously. As for the building itself — it’s impressive. The lecture halls are really cool, and the labs are good too. And most importantly, everything is thought out to the smallest detail: the location of the classrooms, elevators, everything is convenient and beautiful. And, importantly, there is a hostel nearby — you don't have to spend a lot of time on the road. If you forgot your notebook or notes, you ran away in a couple of minutes and came back. You can even go home for lunch. It is very convenient and practical.
The young man also shared what it means to him personally to be part of this project.
— The feeling that I’m making a contribution to this building is special. And I’m going to appreciate everything that’s here very much. After all, it’s our common cause. The building closed for renovation a long time ago, and now I’m here, and it’s opening under my watch. Being part of such an event is an amazing feeling. The student team instilled in me a sense of responsibility and the will to win. Here, you learn to see things through to the end. This is an invaluable experience that will stay with me forever.
The visit of representatives from BNTU to Building 15 is not just a routine check, but a sign of deep respect for the work of student teams. The fighters working here today are not only bringing closer the opening of the “little ship,” but are also creating the educational environment of the future, in which they themselves will be studying tomorrow.
