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In the complete  course, I'll help you understand how to develop, compose, and publish a great work of fiction that is both successful and of eternal value!

The amazing administration at Liberty University is allowing me to offer non-Liberty students my online writing course as well. This is incredible and far more affordable than enrolling in school.

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“I'm learning so much from Karen Kingsbury! This is not my first or even second writing course to take. But her teaching and advice is so different! I really feel empowered and like this is going to make a difference for me!" 

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"Since taking this class, I have had people commenting on how my writing seems so much more professional. Thank you, Karen Kingsbury! This class is truly a blessing!"

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"I learned a lot - especially about developing characters and how to incorporate them into the story without using the words 'he said/she said.' Very much appreciated all of the information and ideas that were shared."

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Karen Kingsbury Helps Launch New Creative Writing Program

Liberty University, a Christian college in Lynchburg, Va., is partnering with bestselling author Karen Kingsbury ( Love Story ) on its new Karen Kingsbury Center for Creative Writing and a creative writing program. The courses, which make up a minor in creative writing in conjunction with the College of Arts and Sciences, will be available to both residential and online students. For more information, visit here .

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LYNCHBURG, Va. (PRWEB) November 02, 2017 -- In an ongoing partnership with #1 New York Times best-selling author Karen Kingsbury , Liberty University has announced the opening of its new Karen Kingsbury Center for Creative Writing.

Under the center, and in conjunction with the College of Arts and Sciences , students can currently pursue the new Minor in Creative Writing, which is offered both residentially and online . The center is exploring adding new programs in the future.

“I am beyond thrilled Liberty University had chosen to make this center a part of its curriculum,” Kingsbury said. “Over the years, thousands of students have asked me what school would best prepare them for a career as an author or screenwriter. Now the answer is easy: Liberty University.”

In Kingsbury’s interactive and engaging courses, students are trained to cultivate their gifts as writers and to express their faith in creative and original ways.

“We want to train Liberty’s next generation of students to make a living as professional writers upon graduation,” Kingsbury said.

Dr. Roger Schultz, dean of Liberty’s College of Arts and Sciences, said he expects curriculum offered through the center to be very popular among incoming students.

“In keeping with the larger mission of Liberty University, the purpose of the new center is to Train Champions for Christ – students who can articulate their Christian worldview with originality and excellence through written communication,” Schultz said. “Creative writing through blogs, short stories, lyrics, screenwriting, and full-length works of fiction and non-fiction provide opportunities for students to communicate their biblical faith and the message of Christ to a fallen world.”

Kingsbury has more than 25 million copies of her books in print. Many of her novels are under development as major TV and motion picture films. Her Baxter Family books are in pre-production for a TV series with Roma Downey, Mark Burnett, and MGM Studios. She has a longstanding relationship with Liberty and has been inspiring students for many years as an adjunct professor for writing, research, marketing, and film classes, and is also a favorite speaker at Convocation . She received an Honorary Doctor of Letters from Liberty in May. Kingsbury and her husband, Don, are the parents of six grown children, three of whom are Liberty students.

“The excellence in every facet of education at Liberty University is the reason my family and I have become such fans,” Kingsbury said. “When I’m teaching on campus, I’m constantly amazed at the quality of students and professors Liberty University draws. These students are looking to be a light to a fallen world, and to do so with excellence. With this new center, I plan to do everything in my power to help train and encourage them.”

For more information, call (800) 543-5317 (Liberty residential students) or (800) 424-9595 (Liberty online students).

Contact: Len Stevens, Executive Director, Liberty University External Communications Office (434) 582 7751 ljstevens(at)liberty(dot)edu

About Liberty University Liberty University , founded in 1971, is the largest private, nonprofit university in the nation, the largest university in Virginia, and the largest Christian university in the world. Located near the Blue Ridge Mountains on more than 7,000 acres in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty offers more than 550 unique programs of study from the associate to the doctoral level. More than 250 programs are offered online . Liberty’s mission is to train Champions for Christ with the values, knowledge, and skills essential for impacting tomorrow’s world.

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Liberty University announces Karen Kingsbury Center for Creative Writing

Under the center, and in conjunction with the College of Arts and Sciences, students can currently pursue the new Minor in Creative Writing, which is offered both residentially and online. The center is exploring adding new programs in the future.

“I am beyond thrilled Liberty University had chosen to make this center a part of its curriculum,” Kingsbury said. “Over the years, thousands of students have asked me what school would best prepare them for a career as an author or screenwriter. Now the answer is easy: Liberty University.”

In Kingsbury’s interactive and engaging courses, students are trained to cultivate their gifts as writers and to express their faith in creative and original ways.

“We want to train Liberty’s next generation of students to make a living as professional writers upon graduation,” Kingsbury said.

Dr. Roger Schultz, dean of Liberty’s College of Arts and Sciences, said he expects curriculum offered through the center to be very popular among incoming students.

“In keeping with the larger mission of Liberty University, the purpose of the new center is to Train Champions for Christ – students who can articulate their Christian worldview with originality and excellence through written communication,” Schultz said. “Creative writing through blogs, short stories, lyrics, screenwriting, and full-length works of fiction and non-fiction provide opportunities for students to communicate their biblical faith and the message of Christ to a fallen world.”

Kingsbury has more than 25 million copies of her books in print. Many of her novels are under development as major TV and motion picture films. Her Baxter Family books are in pre-production for a TV series with Roma Downey, Mark Burnett, and MGM Studios. She has a longstanding relationship with Liberty and has been inspiring students for many years as an adjunct professor for writing, research, marketing, and film classes, and is also a favorite speaker at Convocation. She received an Honorary Doctor of Letters from Liberty in May. Kingsbury and her husband, Don, are the parents of six grown children, three of whom are Liberty students.

“The excellence in every facet of education at Liberty University is the reason my family and I have become such fans,” Kingsbury said. “When I’m teaching on campus, I’m constantly amazed at the quality of students and professors Liberty University draws. These students are looking to be a light to a fallen world, and to do so with excellence. With this new center, I plan to do everything in my power to help train and encourage them.”

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College of arts and sciences.

Administration

Roger Schultz, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. Dean, College of Arts & Sciences Dean, Honors College Professor of History

Carey Roberts, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences Professor of History

Program Directors

A listing of program directors can be viewed on the Program Director webpage.

Research Intensive Courses

All research intensive courses are listed online on the Center for Research & Scholarship QEP Overview webpage.

The purpose of the College of Arts and Sciences is to provide a transformative education, grounded in Christian principles, to prepare students intellectually, spiritually, and professionally for positive impact on the world.

• Air Force - ROTC
• American Sign Language & Interpreting Major (B.A.)
• Applied Mathematics & Statistics Major (B.S.)
• Applied Statistics Major (B.S.)
• Army - ROTC
• College of Arts & Sciences Minors
• Computational Mathematics Major (B.S.)
• Creative Writing Major (A.A.)
• Creative Writing Major (B.S.)
• English & Writing Major (B.S.)
• English Major (B.A.)
• Family & Child Development Major (B.S.)
• Family & Consumer Sciences Major (B.S.)
• Fashion Major (B.S.)
• Fashion Merchandising Major (A.A.)
• Fashion Merchandising Major (B.S.)
• Geography Major (B.S.)
• History Major (A.A.)
• History Major (B.A. & B.S.)
• Interdisciplinary Research Major (B.S.)
• Interdisciplinary Studies Major (A.A.)
• Interdisciplinary Studies Major (B.A. or B.S.)
• Interior Design Major (B.S.)
• Liberal Arts Focus
• Mathematics Major (B.S.)
• Military History (A.A.)
• Military Studies (B.S.)
• Philosophy, Politics, & Economics Major (B.S.)
• Philosophy, Politics, and Economics Major (A.A.)
• Physics Major (A.S.)
• Physics Major (B.S.)
• Social Sciences Major (B.S.)
• Spanish Major (B.A.)
• STEM Mathematics Major (A.S.)
• Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate
• Teaching English as a Second Language Major (B.S.)
• Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language Major (B.A.)
• Writing Major (B.S.)
• Bachelor of Arts in History (B.A.) & Master of Arts in History (M.A.)
• Bachelor of Science in History (B.S.) & Master of Arts in History (M.A.)

The Honors College trains Champions for Christ, providing high achieving students outstanding academic experiences, leadership preparation, service opportunities, Christian development, and preparation for their callings.  Students from across university schools are equipped with the essential knowledge, values, and skills to impact the world for Jesus Christ. 

Eagle Scholars Program

The Eagle Scholars Program provides high achieving freshmen and sophomores, regardless of major, personal and professional development that cultivates leadership skills for college and beyond.  Students build community as they work together through experiential curricula.  For more information, please visit the Eagle Scholars Program website. 

Center for Creation Studies

The Center for Creation Studies is an interdisciplinary education and research institute committed to the study of the origin of the universe, the earth, life, and diversification of species. This study draws upon knowledge from religion, science, philosophy, and history.

The primary educational activity of the Center is the presentation of CRST 290 History of Life (3 c.h.) , and CRST 390 Origins (3 c.h.) . These courses provide introductory and in-depth investigations, respectively, into the current creation-evolution controversy by surveying evidences and arguments from a diversity of intellectual fields and from various viewpoints and perspectives.

Exhibits, currently located in the Center for Natural Sciences, teach concepts of the creation model, describe creationist research, and glorify the Creator of the heavens and the Earth.

The purpose of the Center for Creation Studies is to promote the development of a consistent biblical view of origins in our students. The Center seeks to equip students to contend for their faith in the creation account in Genesis using science, reason, and the Scriptures. The minor in Creation Studies provides a flexible program with a broad training in various disciplines that relate to origins as well as the Bible. Students in both science or non-science majors will benefit from an in-depth study of creation and evolution.

Karen Kingsbury Center for Creative Writing

Liberty University has partnered with #1 New York Times bestselling author and Christian novelist Karen Kingsbury to create the Karen Kingsbury Center for Creative Writing and opened in 2017.

Courses in Kingsbury’s center provide useful insights into the publishing and professional writing industry. Aspiring writers can benefit from her writing and business tips to help propel them in the right direction towards career success.

The English Department provides instruction in the theory and practice of writing and in the interpretation, analysis, and criticism of literature, in order to prepare students for careers and for graduate study in language arts, language arts education, and literature, all contributing to a lifelong appreciation for written texts and their contexts within a Christian worldview.

Developmental English

ENGL 100 Basic Composition (3 c.h.) is a developmental English course designed to help students improve their writing skills by studying correct usage of grammar and mechanics, organizing their thoughts for written assignments, and composing organized paragraphs and essays through the writing process. ENGL 100 Basic Composition (3 c.h.) is a review of writing concepts established at the secondary level, such as a study of the basic modes of writing, grammar/mechanics, organizing techniques, and correct usage, providing essential tools of writing to students who do not have prerequisite English skills for college-level English.

Honor Societies

Sigma tau delta english honor society.

• To confer distinction for high achievement in the English language and in literature.
• To provide cultural stimulation and promote interest in literature and the English language in the community.
• To foster the discipline of English in all its aspects, including creative and critical writing.
• To promote good citizenship among its members.
• To exhibit high standards of academic excellence.
• To uphold the spiritual standards of the University.

Requirements

• Twelve hours of English;
• At least a B in every English course;
• GPA of 3.25.

Family & Consumer Sciences

The purpose of the Family & Consumer Sciences Department is to prepare the student to acquire the values, knowledge, and skills necessary to be proactive to strengthen the function of the contemporary family from a biblical perspective, specifically in the areas of human development /family studies, interior design/housing, event planning, consumer economics/management, and clothing/textiles. The Department actively strives to help the student integrate the knowledge base to synergistically focus on the welfare of the family.

Internships

Internships ( FACS 499 Family/Consumer Internship (1-6 c.h.) ) are required for all FACS majors. Students must be of Senior status, FACS major and must have completed 21 hours of major course work.

Fashion Design And Merchandising Association

The purpose of the Fashion Design and Merchandising Association (FDMA) is to enhance the education and careers of Family and Consumer Science students by providing an introduction to the discipline of Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising as well as opportunities to cultivate professional attitudes and competencies. Furthermore, the Liberty University Fashion Design and Merchandising Association provides opportunities for service.

Family And Child Development Association

The Family & Child Development Association is a club sponsored by the Department of Family & Consumer Sciences that is designed for students enrolled in courses in Family & Child Development program. The purpose of the association is to enhance the education and careers of Family and Child Development students by providing opportunities to cultivate professional attitudes and competencies through guest speakers, activities, networking, and service opportunities.

Interior Design Association

The purpose of the Interior Design Association (IDA) is to offer interior design students professional opportunities and exposure within the interior design industry. The Interior Design Association also considers its responsibility to be a promoter and a resource of other interior design organizations such as National Kitchen and Bath, Interior Design Society, WithIT (Woman in the Furniture Industry) and many other professional organizations. Also, the student led organization promotes involvement in the profession throughout the University and community. The IDA offers students opportunities for leadership, friendship, professional experience, and exposure to the interior design industry which includes field trips to places such as the High Point Market in High Point, NC.

Omicron Gamma Phi Honor Society

FACS Honor Society: The Family and Consumer Sciences Department sponsors a FACS honor society that seeks to recognize excellence and Christian commitment among Family and Consumer Science students.

The purpose of the society is symbolized in its name, OMICRON GAMMA PHI. Omicron represents the first letter in the Greek word for family. Gamma is the first letter in the word for science. Phi is the first letter in the word for light. Omicron Gamma signifies that Family and Consumer Sciences is an applied science. The Phi signifies the Christian aspect of the Honor Society.

The purpose of the society is threefold. First, Omicron Gamma Phi encourages and recognizes excellence in scholastic achievement. Second, it seeks to maintain a Christian worldview through the integration of biblical principles with academic content. Third, the society encourages service by the membership.

Criteria for membership: A student must have:

• 3.25 cumulative GPA;
• 45 hours completed; and
• A major in the FACS department.

Event And Wedding Planning Society

The purpose of the Event and Wedding Planning Society is to enhance the education and careers of students interested in the Event and Wedding Planning field by providing an introduction of careers and opportunities to cultivate professional attitudes and competencies. Furthermore, the Liberty University Event and Wedding Planning Society will provide opportunities for service.

General Math & Science

The Department of General Math and Science oversees Developmental Math, General Education Math, service courses in Math and related areas (Physics, Physical Sciences, etc.), and online courses in Math and related courses.

The History Department is committed to teaching and training students toward a Christian worldview of history. Offering general education courses, major programs and graduate courses, the Department provides comprehensive instruction in history and historical methodology, encourages students to develop an integrated Christian worldview and an appreciation for America’s cultural distinctives, equips them for service, and prepares them for further education and careers.

Phi Alpha Theta Honor Society

Phi Alpha Theta is dedicated to recognizing and encouraging excellence in the study of history. Chapter activities provide members with opportunities for sharing and advancing their professional interests. Lectures and field trips are designed to awaken historical interest, and to promote interaction between students and faculty. An annual regional meeting builds rapport with chapters at neighboring institutions.

Criteria for membership: An undergraduate student must have completed at least twelve semester hours in history with a grade in all history courses averaging at least a 3.10 and must have a general average of at least a 3.00 in all classes.

Interdisciplinary Studies

The Department of Interdisciplinary Studies equips students to join a globalized workforce, gain the abilities to speak across multiple disciplines, effectively communicate new ideas, and manage today’s changing work environments.

Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics plans, develops and maintains quality bachelor degree programs that comply with regional accreditation standards. The Department of Mathematics also seeks to maintain efficient, cost effective strategies in the administration and delivery of its degree programs.

The Department of Mathematics offers a major and minor in mathematics. In addition, courses for general education credit are offered in physical science and physics, as well as mathematics. The purpose of the department is to provide:

• General education courses and support courses for all students, resident and non-resident;
• Education in both the theory and applications of the mathematical sciences for its majors;
• An appreciation of the importance of the role the mathematical sciences play in society; and
• Experience in the use of a Computer Algebra System (CAS) in a laboratory setting.

Mathematics Majors have career opportunities include, but are not limited to, the following:  

• Mathematician
• Statistician
• College Math Professor
• Market Research Analyst
• Aerospace Engineer
• Financial Analyst
• Data Scientist

Kappa Mu Epsilon Honor Society

Kappa Mu Epsilon (KME) is a specialized honor society in Mathematics. Each chapter is encouraged to be a working organization throughout the academic year, functioning as an integral part of the mathematics department in the promotion of a number of worthwhile extra-curricular activities. The objective of KME since its inception has been the fulfillment of its motto which is to “develop an appreciation for the beauty of mathematics.” The purposes of KME are to further the interests of mathematics in those schools which place their primary emphasis on the undergraduate program and to recognize and honor outstanding scholastic achievement among undergraduate students in mathematics.

The criteria for membership are as follows:

• Must be or have been a faculty member or a regularly enrolled student at an institution where a Kappa Mu Epsilon chapter is installed;
• Must have completed at least three semesters (or five quarters) of the college course and rank in the upper 35% of his/her class;
• Must have completed at least three college courses in mathematics including at least one semester (or two quarters) of calculus and attained an average of “B” or better in all mathematics courses; and
• Must have completed at least one semester (one quarter) at the institution, or must have transferred from another institution, and have completed at least one mathematics course with a “B” or better at the institution prior to his/her induction into membership.

Election to membership shall be irrespective of membership in any other organization, and no person shall be excluded on the grounds of sex, race, creed, or color.

Modern Languages

With a vision for global engagement, the Department of Modern Languages provides Christian worldview instruction in the study of written, spoken, expressed language, translation and interpretive skills, endemic literature, and cultural studies related to modern languages. The Department emphasizes the theory and practice of the applied discipline of second language acquisition, as well as linguistic analysis, in order to prepare students for future careers, ministry opportunities, and graduate study in languages, language education, and the language arts.

Sigma Delta Pi Spanish Honor Society

• To recognize those who attain excellence in the study of the Spanish language and in the study of the literature and culture of the Spanish-speaking peoples.
• To honor those who have contributed to the furthering excellence in the study of the Spanish language and culture through honorary membership.
• To foster interest in Spanish language and culture among students of Liberty University and in the Lynchburg community.
• To encourage the involvement of both native and non-native Spanish speakers in community service and leadership.
• To promote student scholarship and encourage continued language study after graduation.
• 3.00 overall GPA
• 3.25 GPA in Spanish coursework
• At least one class in upper division Spanish coursework (300+)

American Sign Language National Honor Society

• To recognize those who pursue excellence in the study of the American Sign Language and in the study of Deaf history and culture.
• To honor those who have contributed to the furthering excellence in the study of the American Sign Language and Deaf culture through honorary membership.
• To foster interest in American Sign Language and Deaf culture among students of Liberty University and in the Lynchburg community.
• To encourage the involvement of both native and non-native ASL users in community service and leadership.
• Second Year or more of ASL Studies
• ASLI GPA – 3.5
• Overall GPA – 3.0
• Fill out Formal Invitation Letter by Due Date

According to the ASLHS Induction Ceremony instructions, only those who are juniors/ seniors are invited to participate in the Honor Society Induction Ceremony.

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Karen Kingsbury Age, Wiki, Height, Husband, Children, Net Worth

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Renowned American author Karen Kingsbury was born in 1963 in Fairfax, Virginia. Before publishing over 85 Christian fiction books, she was a sports journalist for the Los Angeles Times and Los Angeles Daily News.

Her first novel, Missy’s Murder, was inspired by a tragic murder story she covered as a reporter in the 1990s. Now 59, Kingsbury is considered the “Queen of Christian Fiction,” having sold over 25 million copies worldwide. Her uplifting stories of faith continue to touch lives today.

Karen Kingsbury has enjoyed immense success as an author, having written or co-authored around 100 books and short stories with nearly 13 million copies in print. Her uplifting brand of Christian fiction, which she has trademarked as “Life-Changing Fiction,” has made her a bestselling novelist for the New York Times and USA Today.

Several of Kingsbury’s inspirational books have even been adapted into heartwarming films by the Hallmark Channel, including The Bridge, A Time to Dance, and Maggie’s Christmas Miracle.

In addition to her prolific novel writing, Kingsbury expanded into songwriting in 2009, co-penning the track “Walls” with Gary Baker and Richie McDonald.

In 2017, she partnered with Liberty University to establish the Karen Kingsbury Center for Creative Writing so she could mentor future generations of Christian storytellers. Through her page-turning books and kindness as a teacher, Kingsbury has touched countless lives.

Filmography

February 2009

General Release

Like Dandelion Dust

December 2015

Hallmark Channel TV Movie

Karen Kingsbury’s The Bridge – Part 1

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Channel TV Movie

Karen Kingsbury’s The Bridge – Part 2

Karen Kingsbury’s A Time to Dance (May 2016)

December 2017

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Channel TV Movie

Karen Kingsbury’s Maggie’s Christmas Miracle

2021–present

The Baxters

Pure Flix original series

Karen Kingsbury’s A Thousand Tomorrows

Interesting Facts about Karen Kingsbury

• Her love of reading started early with Dr. Seuss’s books, which her dad would read. By age 5, she had The Grinch Who Stole Christmas memorized.
• Her English professor abruptly ordered her to join the school newspaper staff in college, declaring she would “never stop writing.” This set her career path.
• Despite knowing nothing about sports, she started covering high school sports for the LA Times. Her dad helped teach her.
• Kingsbury was known for always getting the tear-jerker human interest stories from her editor.
• On their first date, her future husband Don brought a Bible and made her read Philippians with him. She thought he was crazy.
• Kingsbury literally threw Don’s Bible on the ground during an argument, splitting the binding. But this led her to buy her own Bible and grow her faith.
• When first married, she and Don lived in a $100/month garage apartment with no AC or heat.
• Her first Christian fiction book, Where Yesterday Lives, was rejected by 30 publishers before being picked up.
• Kingsbury’s son Austin was born the same week her first published novel was released in 1997. He was later diagnosed with congenital heart disease.
• She feels called by God to write “Life-Changing Fiction” that touches people’s hearts.

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Kemerovo Oblast is a federal subject of Russia located in the south-east of Western Siberia, part of the Siberian Federal District. This region is also known as Kuzbass . In 2019, “Kuzbass” officially became the second name of Kemerovo Oblast. Kemerovo is the capital city of the region.

The population of Kemerovo Oblast is about 2,604,300 (2022), the area - 95,725 sq. km.

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History of Kemerovo Oblast

People began to settle in what is now the Kemerovo region several thousand years ago. The indigenous peoples of the region were Shortsy and Teleuts. In 1618, Russians founded Kuznetsky stockaded town in the south of the present region to protect Russian lands from the raids of the Mongols and Jungars. In 1698, Mariinsk was founded.

In 1721, Mikhailo Volkov found “burning mountain” (a burning coal seam) on the banks of the Tom River and thus became the person who discovered the Kuzbass coal deposits. Industrial development of this land started at the end of the 18th century.

During the 19th century, the territory of the Kemerovo region was part of the Tomsk province. During this period, the first industrial enterprises appeared here: Tomsk ironworks, Gavrilovsky and Gurievsky silver plants, Suharinsky and Salairsky mines. Construction of the Trans-Siberian Railway was one of the main reasons for the rapid development of the local industry.

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In Soviet times, the region became part of the West Siberian krai, and then - Novosibirsk oblast. The development of the coal, metallurgical and chemical industries continued: Kemerovo Coke Plant, Kuznetsk Metallurgical Plant, a lot of new mines. The workers’ settlements built near the industrial enterprises quickly obtained the status of towns: Kiselyovsk, Osinniki, Krasnobrodsky, Tashtagol, Kaltan, Mezhdurechensk and others.

During the Second World War, this region was a major supplier of coal and metal. More than 50 thousand tanks and 45 thousand aircraft were produced using steel from Novokuznetsk. 71 industrial enterprises were evacuated to Kuzbass from the occupied regions, most of them remained in the region after the war.

In 1943, Kemerovo Oblast became a separate region that included 17.5% of the territory and 42% of the total population of Novosibirsk Oblast. After the war, the region continued to grow rapidly. On September 18, 1984, about 100 km from Kemerovo, a peaceful underground nuclear explosion was carried out, the power of the explosive device was 10 kilotons.

In the 1990s, the region’s economy declined. However, by the end of the 20th century, there were some positive developments - the development of the coal industry in the first place. Special attention was paid to the development of open-pit coal mining, as a more effective and safe way.

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Kemerovo Oblast landscape

Kemerovo Oblast - Features

Kemerovo Oblast is one of the few Russian regions that has a recognized and well-known alternative name “Kuzbass” - the abbreviation of “Kuznetsk coal basin” occupying a large part of the territory of the region.

It is the most densely populated part of Siberia. The length of the region from north to south is about 500 km, from west to east - 300 km. Russians make up more than 90% of the population. There are small nations of Shortsy, Teleuts, Siberian Tatars who have preserved their cultural traditions.

The climate is sharply continental with long cold winters and warm short summers. The average temperature in January is minus 17-20 degrees Celsius, in July - plus 17-18 degrees Celsius.

Today, about 86% of the population of Kemerovo Oblast lives in cities and towns making it one of the most urbanized regions of Russia. The largest cities are Kemerovo (548,000), Novokuznetsk (540,000), Prokopievsk (185,000), Mezhdurechensk (95,400), Leninsk-Kuznetsky (91,600), Kisilyovsk (83,700), Yurga (79,700), Belovo (70,100), Anzhero-Sudzhensk (65,700).

Sheregesh, a village located at the foot of Zelenaya Mountain in Tashtagol district, is one of Russia’s most popular ski resorts. The ski season lasts from November to May. Kuznetsky Alatau Reserve and Shorsky National Park are the main natural attractions.

Kemerovo Oblast plays a significant role in Russian industry. The following mineral resources are mined here: coal, gold, silver, iron ore, manganese ore, aluminum, nepheline ore, lead, zinc, barite, quartz, limestone, clay, dolomite, sand.

Kuznetsk coal basin is one of the largest coal basins in the world. The most important centers of the local coal industry are Prokopyevsk, Mezhdurechensk, Belovo, Kemerovo, Novokuznetsk, Osinniki, Leninsk-Kuznetsky. Coal mines can be found almost everywhere in the Kemerovo region. About 180 million tons of coal is mined annually.

Rail transport is well developed in the region. The Trans-Siberian Railway, the South Kuzbas branch of West Siberian Railway cross its territory. There are large airports in Kemerovo (Kemerovo International Airport) and Novokuznetsk (Spichenkovo Airport).

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