DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL LAW OF THE INSTITUTE OF LAW
Academic and Research Institute of law
Sumy state university
On October 25, 2024, an online roundtable was held for representatives of higher education institutions and research organizations on the topic “Implementing Intellectual Property Policy: Practical Insights.” The event served as a platform for exchanging ideas and experiences regarding the role of intellectual property (IP) in modern educational and research processes. Department Head Olha Maletova actively participated in the discussions, contributing insights on key aspects of IP policy.
On October 22, 2024, Olha Maletova, Head of the Department of Criminal Law and Procedure, participated in an online event focused on “Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property.” This event was part of a webinar series organized by the Committee on IT, Media, and Personal Data Protection of the Ukrainian Bar Association, dedicated to the application of artificial intelligence in legal practice.
On October 21, 2024, an open online lecture was held for students of the “Intellectual Property” educational program, focusing on the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights in the IT sector. The lecture was organized by the Department of Criminal Law Disciplines and Litigation, featuring leading specialists from the IP Office who shared their practical experience in this field.
On October 21, 2024, an organizational meeting was held with second-year students of the “Intellectual Property” educational program. The meeting was conducted by Olha MALETOVA, Head of the Department of Criminal Law Disciplines and Litigation, Olha STOHOVA, Deputy Director of the Academic and Research Institute of Law, and Kateryna YANISHEVSKA, a member of the working group for the “Intellectual Property” educational program.
On October 15, 2024, Yevheniia Lytvynenko, Assistant of the Department of Criminal Law and Justice, took part in an exceptionally informative online event organized by the Head Office of the TISC IP Office. This was the second module of the training course titled “CopyrightPro: Services Related to Copyright,” which is part of a larger program, “TISC.Services: Procedures and Mechanisms for Providing Services in the Field of Intellectual Property and Innovation.”
The Psychological Service of SumDU continues to actively collaborate with first-year students from various faculties and institutes of the university, helping them adapt to the new learning environment and address psychological concerns. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid format, allowing more students to participate in dialogue and discussions.
Associate Professor of the Department of Criminal Law and Procedure, Maryna Utkina, participated in the event “Vitae Workshop: Career Planning for Researchers,” which took place on October 10, 2024, in London. This workshop was organized by The British Academy Early Career Researcher Network and was aimed at early-career researchers, regardless of their academic background or funding sources.
The event was part of a series of workshops organized in collaboration with the international organization Vitae, which specializes in supporting the development of research professionals worldwide. The primary goal of the workshop was to provide young researchers with practical tools for planning their careers both within and outside of academia. Participants had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with current labor market trends, particularly regarding job application processes for academic and non-academic positions, interview preparation, and identifying key competencies essential for professional success.
In addition to discussing career planning options, the workshop program included interactive sessions where participants could assess their skills, motivation, and career aspirations. Special attention was given to developing individual career development plans, helping researchers effectively manage their careers in the dynamic environment of modern science. Maryna Utkina noted that the knowledge and advice gained would be valuable not only for her personal professional growth but also for further collaboration with colleagues and students within the department.
The Department of Criminal Law and Justice Reports on the Successful Completion of the First Year of the Educational Project Supported by the Erasmus+ Programme, Jean Monnet Module.
The “EUEPPDC” project is dedicated to researching and implementing European experience in the protection of personal data in cyberspace.
