On October 30, 2026, a debate titled "The Impact of Social Media on Real-Life Communication" took place at METU University as part of English Language Week. Students from groups РЭТ-26-1.1к and ТиПП-26-1.1к participated in the debate, which was moderated by Torebek Sh.Zh., a lecturer at the Department of Social and Humanitarian Disciplines and World Languages. The main topic for discussion was the impact of social media on real-life communication - an issue that is more relevant than ever for the younger generation. First-year students enthusiastically joined the discussion, demonstrating not only a high level of English proficiency but also a deep understanding of the problem. During the heated debate, speakers from both teams presented compelling arguments. The proposing side emphasized that digital platforms break down geographical boundaries, helping people find like-minded individuals and stay connected at a distance. In turn, the opposing team argued that excessive immersion in the virtual world diminishes the quality of real-life interaction, creating merely an illusion of closeness.

The audience did not stay on the sidelines either: student spectators actively asked the speakers interesting and unexpected questions, forcing the participants to defend their positions on the spot and go beyond their prepared points. The event demonstrated that despite the rapid development of social media, nothing can replace the value of live dialogue, reasoned debate, and the genuine support of like-minded peers.