The Perception of the Special Military Operation in the Modern Domestic Student Environment and the Tasks of the Russian Government for the Patriotic Education of Generation Z

The article discusses the analysis of Russian students’ attitudes towards the special military operation. Specifically, it attempts to understand and explain why there is a rather cool perception of the situation among young people, as well as the desire to distance oneself from the mobilization topic and take a wait-and-see approach to the issue. At the same time, the author connects the analysis with the problems of modern youth socialization, as well as with the insufficient effectiveness of government agencies’ propaganda efforts with students. Options for improving such activities are suggested in order to increase student involvement in patriotic activities, including promoting their own initiatives.