Scientific Activity

The scientific activity of the faculty members of the Department of Information Law and Legal Journalism allows not only to formulate new knowledge but also to transmit it to students, preparing them for the challenges of contemporary times.
Teachers who engage in research integrate scientific achievements and innovations into their courses. This ensures that students acquire knowledge that meets labor market demands and the dynamic development of the information society.
Participation in scientific projects, conferences, and seminars fosters the development of critical thinking, analytical skills, and the ability to solve complex problems.
The research conducted at the department has significant societal importance. The staff of the department makes a substantial contribution to the development of modern science.

SCIENCE WORKS OF TEACHERS
Olha MITCHUKDoctor of Science in Social Communications, Professor, Member of the National Union of Journalists of Ukraine, Member of the European Association of Journalism Education, Expert at NAZYA VO. Area of interest - social communications.
Andrii Matviichukjournalist, Doctor of Philosophy, professor, member of the National Union of Journalists of Ukraine, specializing in philosophical sciences and journalism.
Vitaliy PROKOPETSsenior lecturer, works in the field of advertising and public relations.
Zoryana VELYCHKO, PhD in Social Communications, Associate Professor.
Dmytro TARASIUK- Honored Journalist of Ukraine, head of the Rivne Regional Organization of the National Union of Journalists of Ukraine.
Anastasia BAHATKO, Assistant, graduated from the certified program in non-formal education in Legal Journalism.
Andrii KOLODENKO,Senior Lecturer.
Andrii TSEVUHK, Assistant.

RESEARCH OF THE DEPARTMENT
The main direction of the department's research is the research work "JOURNALISTIC ACTIVITY IN CRISIS SITUATIONS: WARS, CONFLICTS, CATASTROPHES», which is registered in UkrINTEL. The topic has a state registration number 0124U004789 and is relevant in today's world.

The head is the chair of the department, Doctor of Sciences in Social Communications, Professor Olha Mitchuk. The research is aimed at studying the peculiarities of journalists' work during military conflicts, emergencies, and other crisis events, which allows for the development of effective working methods, ensures the professional safety of media workers, and improves the quality of information presentation in challenging conditions.

SCIENTIFIC CLUB "MediaTruth in MediaSafety"
To engage students in scientific activities at the department, the scientific club "MediaTruth in MediaSafety" operates. Its activity was approved by the rector's order No. 754 dated October 29, 2024.
The club serves as a platform for higher education seekers, where they conduct their own research under the guidance of teachers, discuss relevant scientific issues, and participate in conferences. This helps students deepen their knowledge on information security and the truthfulness of information, develop analytical skills, and prepare for their future scientific or professional careers.

Awarding of education seekers for scientific achievements