The regional ball for college and university students brought together nearly 90 representatives of talented youth from across the region in Vitebsk.
The regional ball for college and university students brought together nearly 90 representatives of talented youth from across the region in Vitebsk.
The main attribute of this year's governor's ball was the cornflower. It adorned the attire of participants and distinguished guests. The pleasing azure, blending with white and silver colours, filled the ballroom's decor.
Maria Korchik, a student at the Vitebsk State Academy of Veterinary Medicine, shared that it was her first time attending the ball and she was very impressed by the festive atmosphere. "Everything is wonderful. It feels like stepping back in time by several centuries. Everything is captivating, especially the decorations, it's simply delightful!" - the young woman shared. She got to attend the ball thanks to her sporting achievements (Maria is a candidate for Master of Sport in freestyle wrestling). She is also an activist and an excellent student. During the preparations for the ball, the most challenging part for her was rehearsing the classical dances. Previously, she had only briefly studied choreography at school, and mastering the intricate steps and turns was not an easy task for her. However, even here, she showed her usual perseverance to perform brilliantly at the pre-New Year's celebration. The student wished the youth representatives to be diligent, study hard and learn with pleasure, realising the value of each moment that will never be repeated in the future.
For cadet Maxim Gavrilenko of the Polotsk Cadet School, waltzes and mazurkas are not new, despite it being his first time at the regional New Year's ball. For four consecutive years, he has attended similar events at the cadet school, and partner dances come easily to him. He also offered valuable advice for his peers who yearn for their cherished wishes to come true, especially on the eve of the New Year. "The main thing is to be patient. At the moment when you want to give up everything, you need to remember the path you have already travelled and not give up," - the young man said.
Representatives of the regional executive committee, city authorities, and rectors of higher education institutions of the Vitebsk region watched with excitement as yesterday's children, and today's - beautiful ladies and gallant gentlemen, twirled to the sounds of the orchestra in ancient dances. Polonaise, waltz, and polka perfectly emphasized the festive atmosphere. "It is pleasant to see such young and already accomplished people. You are talented, intelligent, and you have everything ahead of you. I would like to wish you health and, in addition to that, to set yourselves seemingly impossible goals. Aim higher, and then you will see that all your dreams can be realized," said Vladimir Penin, Deputy Chairman of the Regional Executive Committee, expressing his wishes to the youth.
Source: vitebsk-region.gov.by