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Source: Official website of the State –
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A "Courage Lesson" was held at the State University of Management. Sergey Karelin, a special forces veteran and coordinator of the Association of Veterans of the Central Military District, addressed the students.
Sergei served in the North Caucasus, Syria, and the Central Military District. In 2023, he came under fire from a "Himars" unit near Donetsk, suffering severe wounds and concussions. After extensive treatment, he remained resilient and now continues to help his country as a retired mentor.
Sergei Sergeyevich's journey is a true example of how combat experience can be combined with a peaceful calling. He is not only a fighter and a champion hand-to-hand combatant, but also a professional rehabilitation therapist. He uses his experience and athletic training to help wounded soldiers get back on their feet.
At the meeting, he discussed why people volunteer in war zones, whether fear helps people survive, and how sport helps them cope with difficult psychological challenges in life. Karelin noted that his perspective on medicine changed after experiencing the other side of his work firsthand. It turned out that training others and recovering yourself are two completely different things, united by a single goal: returning to a normal, fulfilling life.
The conversation was heartfelt and truly inspiring for all involved. After the meeting, the boys didn't let him go: they approached him, shook his hand, and thanked him for his example of courage and fortitude.
Today, the State University of Management (GUM) is opening recruitment for the new Unmanned Systems Troops. University students can sign a one-year contract, learn how to operate drones, and combine work with their studies. If you want to help the country during these challenging times, read more here!
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