On October 1, an info session on the activities of the Student Trade Union Committee (STUC) was organized for first-year students at Sumgayit State University (SSU). First, the National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan was played, and a minute of silence was observed in memory of the Great Leader Heydar Aliyev and our martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the freedom and territorial integrity of our homeland. The event was opened by Associate Professor Elmar Khalilov, Vice-Rector for Social Affairs and Public Relations of Sumgayit State University, and he welcomed the participants on behalf of the university administration. He emphasized the high attention and care shown to youth by Great Leader Heydar Aliyev, noting that this far-sighted policy has been successfully continued by the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev. Elmar Khalilov also spoke about the unparalleled heroism shown by Azerbaijani youth during the 44-day Patriotic War, noting that their bravery for the freedom of our lands and the restoration of our national pride is written in golden letters in history. Then, speaking about the wide opportunities of Sumgayit State University, the vice-rector noted that today the university occupies a worthy place in international rankings and offers young people high-quality education that meets modern challenges, great prospects for acquiring scientific knowledge and forming as individuals. He noted that student organizations and various clubs operate at Sumgayit State University in order to effectively organize students' leisure time and ensure their comprehensive development. At the end of his speech, the vice-rector called on students to be active in education, science, and social activities, to constantly develop, and to contribute to the progress of the country. Then, Elmin Novruzlu, Chairman of the SSU Student Trade Union Committee, made a presentation on the main areas of activity of the STUC, implemented projects, and social support programs. The chairman spoke about the events held by the STUC within the university and on a republican scale, camps, forums, seminars and other interesting projects, as well as the active activities of its members. Questions of the students were answered during the event. The meeting continued with a musical concert program presented by the young and talented performer Murad Azerli.