The start of dissertation work, those who finished late, and the students sent to Tashkent — a journey into the past of Kokand State University.
The year was 1939. The times were challenging, yet the dreams were grand. During these years, the educational institution underwent a significant transformation, becoming a full-time State Teachers’ Institute. This marked the beginning of new responsibilities and aspirations. Within the institute, the activities of departments were established. From then on, it was not only teaching that mattered but also engaging in scientific research. The lecturers began working on their dissertation topics. Days filled with discussions brimming with unfamiliar terms had begun.
There was a shortage of qualified teachers in many subjects. As a result, in some faculties, certain courses were not fully taught, and students’ final examinations were postponed to the following year. At times, such interruptions kept them tied to the institute for as long as 8–9 years.
One of the most memorable episodes in this regard concerned the final-year students of the Faculty of Preschool Education. Because essential subjects had not been taught, they were sent to Tashkent to attend the missed lectures. In Tashkent, they were taught by one of the most prominent scholars of the time, Professor Flerina. This experience occurred twice.
Today, as we recall the university’s first steps on the path of knowledge and enlightenment, we can proudly say — this was no ordinary journey, but a magnificent one, woven with dreams, hopes, determination, and patience.
