# Trans-Baikal State Humanitarian-Pedagogical University

> education organization in Chita, Russia

**Wikidata**: [Q4182332](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4182332)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/trans-baikal-state-humanitarian-pedagogical-university

## Summary
Trans-Baikal State Humanitarian-Pedagogical University was a pedagogical university located in Chita, Russia, founded in 1938. It primarily focused on teacher education and was later replaced by Transbaikal State University.

## Key Facts
- Founded in 1938 (as Чыцінскі дзяржаўны педагагічны інстытут).
- Located in Chita, Russia.
- Official historical names included Чыцінскі дзяржаўны педагагічны інстытут (1938-1963) and Чыцінскі дзяржаўны педагагічны інстытут імя М. Г. Чарнышэўскага (1963-1997).
- Instance of both 'university' and 'educational institution'.
- Replaced by Transbaikal State University.
- Geographic coordinates: Latitude 52.039299, Longitude 113.499657.
- ISNI: 0000000404682408
- ROR ID: 04kt35s46
- GRID ID: grid.483974.5
- VIAF ID: 295841772

## FAQs
### Q: What happened to Trans-Baikal State Humanitarian-Pedagogical University?
A: It was replaced by Transbaikal State University. The original institution ceased to exist under that name.

### Q: When was Trans-Baikal State Humanitarian-Pedagogical University established?
A: It was founded in 1938, initially known as Чыцінскі дзяржаўны педагагічны інстытут (Chita State Pedagogical Institute).

### Q: What was the university's main area of focus?
A: It was an educational institution specializing in pedagogy and teacher training.

### Q: What are some of the university's known aliases?
A: Known aliases include Zabaikalsky State Humanitarian and Pedagogical University (ZABSPU), ЗабГГПУ, Забайкальский государственный гуманитарно-педагогический университет, ЗабГПУ, ЧГПИ, Читинский педагогический institute, Читинский государственный педагогический institute, and versions named after N.G. Chernyshevsky.

## Why It Matters
Trans-Baikal State Humanitarian-Pedagogical University served as a significant educational institution in the Trans-Baikal region of Russia for nearly eight decades. Its primary function was to train teachers, playing a crucial role in developing the local and regional workforce in education. Founded in 1938 and undergoing several name changes reflecting different eras and leadership dedications (notably to N.G. Chernyshevsky), it established itself as a core pillar of pedagogical education in the area. While replaced by Transbaikal State University, its historical legacy lies in its sustained contribution to preparing educators and its role as a key higher education center in Chita, impacting generations of students and the broader educational landscape of the region.

## Notable For
- **Historical Evolution:** Underwent significant official name changes during its existence, reflecting Soviet-era naming conventions and later additions of honorifics (e.g., dedication to N.G. Chernyshevsky).
- **Longevity in Teacher Training:** Operated continuously as a pedagogical institution for nearly 80 years (1938 until replacement), deeply ingrained in the region's educational system.
- **Regional Focus:** Was a major higher education institution specifically dedicated to humanities and pedagogy within the city of Chita and the Trans-Baikal region.
- **Replacement Status:** Its merger/replacement into the broader Transbaikal State University marks a significant transition in the higher education landscape of the region.

## Body
### History
Founded in 1938 as Чыцінскі дзяржаўны педагагічны інстытут (Chita State Pedagogical Institute). The institute was renamed Чыцінскі дзяржаўны педагагічны інстытут імя М. Г. Чарнышэўскага (Chita State Pedagogical Institute named after M.G. Chernyshevsky) in 1963. It later became known as Trans-Baikal State Humanitarian-Pedagogical University. The institution was ultimately replaced by Transbaikal State University. Its common aliases include Zabaikalsky State Humanitarian and Pedagogical University (ZABSPU), ЗабГГПУ, and variations including historical names like Читинский педагогический институт.

### Identifiers
- **ISNI:** 0000000404682408
- **ROR ID:** 04kt35s46
- **GRID ID:** grid.483974.5
- **VIAF ID:** 295841772
- **Library of Congress Authority ID:** no2011031384
- **Google Knowledge Graph ID:** /g/1219y6n_

### Location & Status
- **Located In:** Chita, Russia
- **Coordinates:** Latitude 52.039299, Longitude 113.499657
- **Country:** Russia (historically also Soviet Union)
- **Instance Of:** university, educational institution
- **Official Name (Historical):** Чыцінскі дзяржаўны педагагічны інстытут (1938-1963), Чыцінскі дзяржаўны педагагічны інстытут імя М. Г. Чарнышэўскага (1963-1997)
- **Replaced By:** Transbaikal State University
- **Website (Archived):** http://www.zabspu.ru/
- **Wikipedia Languages:** Italian (it), Russian (ru)

## References

1. GRID Release 2017-07-12
2. Virtual International Authority File
3. Unified State Register of Legal Entities