Ukrainian writer, translator, scriptwriter, playwright, statesman. First Head of Ukrainian People's Movement (1989), the Hero of Ukraine (2006).

By the decision of an Academic Council of the University as of September, 12, 2011 (protocol №11) was honored the title of an Honorable Professor for his significant personal contribution to the popularization of the national cultural heritage and bringing up students based on high values, as well as his long-term cooperation with the University.