THE PREREQUISITES FOR THE FORMATION OF A NEW EDUCATIONAL CENTER IN OSTROH, 1989-1994

Abstract

The article investigates the initial stage of formation of a new educational centre in the city of Ostroh – the revival of the Ostroh Academy. Ostroh during the studied period are relatively small cities with underdeveloped infrastructure. These factors negatively influenced the implementation of the project to create an educational institution. The article shows how public opinion was formed and implemented the idea. The significant role of local lore movement in the city for the stated purpose. The initial conditions of the revival are analyzed. The positive and negative factors that influenced the formation of an educational institution were described. The circle of people who started this process is outlined. The stages on the way to the revival of a higher educational establishment in the city are traced. The importance of the initial factors for the further development of the university is noted.