SOCIALIZATION OF HIGHER EDUCATION STUDENT'S PERSONALITY AS A FACTOR IN ENSURING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS IN UKRAINE

Purpose. The purpose of the work is to study the process of socialization of higher education students as a factor in ensuring sustainable development goals in Ukraine and to identify effective mechanisms for promoting this process in the university environment. Methods. To identify the degree of development of the problem, methods of theoretical analysis of scientific, psychological, pedagogical and methodological literature were used, as well as methods of analysis and synthesis, generalization and systematization, which allowed us to systematically consider and characterize the research concepts, form conclusions and determine prospects. Results. The relevance of the problem under study in the context of today's challenges is substantiated, as is the importance of socialization of higher education students for the formation of a socially responsible personality capable of acting in accordance with the principles of sustainable development. The process of socialization of higher education students is considered as a key factor in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Ukraine. The role of higher education in the formation of active citizenship, environmental awareness, social responsibility, and digital literacy of students was investigated; the influence of key factors of socialization, in particular academic culture, student self-government, volunteer activities, and interaction with public organizations, on the personal and professional development of students was investigated. The main challenges of students' socialization are identified and effective ways to overcome these problems are proposed. It is found that the socialization of higher education applicants largely depends on the quality of the educational environment, the level of academic culture, and the active participation of students in public life. It is proven that the introduction of innovative educational technologies, the development of student self-government and support for volunteer activities contribute to the formation of a socially responsible personality oriented towards the principles of sustainable development. The prospects for socialization in the context of the modern educational space and sustainable development processes are identified. Conclusions. Socialization of higher education students is a necessary condition for achieving sustainable development goals in Ukraine, as it forms civic responsibility, environmental awareness, and entrepreneurial thinking among young people. The development of an interdisciplinary approach in educational programs and active interaction of students with public institutions will contribute to a more effective integration of young people into the social environment and their readiness to address the current challenges of sustainable development