Today, our university hosted an engaging and meaningful literary meeting with the well-known writer Saken Sybanbay. The event became a valuable contribution to the students’ spiritual, intellectual and cultural development. The central focus of the meeting was the writer’s short story “Love on the Internet.” The participants discussed the themes of human nature, sincerity of feelings, genuine relationships and interpersonal connections in the virtual world. The writer highlighted the relevance of the story in today’s digital age, reflecting on the influence of the internet on human life and the relationship between genuine emotions and virtual experiences. The discussion aroused great interest among the students. They explored the story in depth, shared their perspectives on the characters’ actions and actively participated in the discussion. The students addressed numerous questions to the writer concerning the creative process, the representation of real life in literature and the influence of literary works on human consciousness. The university’s teaching staff also took an active part in the discussion, examining the issues raised in the story in the context of contemporary society. Particular attention was given to the purpose of fiction, the writer’s interpretation of real-life events and the power of literature to inspire readers to think more deeply. The students’ musical performances added a special atmosphere to the event. The combination of literary discussion and beautiful songs created a warm and welcoming environment filled with open dialogue, meaningful exchange of ideas and spiritual enrichment.

The literary meeting with Saken Sybanbay provided students with a valuable opportunity to explore the writer’s creative world, gain a deeper understanding of the literary work and look at everyday realities from a different perspective. After all, the true power of literature lies not only in telling stories but also in touching readers’ hearts, awakening their thoughts and raising questions that encourage deeper reflection. Undoubtedly, events like this enrich the spiritual world of young people and strengthen their appreciation of literary art.