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Ibeojo Godwin Ojore, a graduate of the SPbPU Master's program from Nigeria in the field of "Electric Power Engineering and Electrical Engineering", told us about his unusual path from Africa to one of the leading technical universities in Russia and shared his impressions of his studies.

– Godwin, good afternoon! How did you end up in Russia and at the Polytechnic?

— I came to Russia seven years ago for a quality higher education — I completed both my bachelor's and master's degrees here. I chose Russia because of its strong engineering school and prospects. I entered the Polytechnic University for several reasons: I was attracted by the quality of teaching in English, my friends recommended the university, and the deciding factor was a scholarship won as a result of the Open Doors international Olympiad for master's degrees. And I can say: I fell in love with this country!

— Why did you choose energy?

— My interest was born from personal experience. As children, we constantly faced power outages. This awakened a desire to solve such problems. Participation in competitions and communication with passionate people, including my brother, an electrical engineer, strengthened my choice. I realized that I wanted to contribute to the development of energy.

— Tell us about your scientific work at the Polytechnic.

— My supervisor suggested delving deeper into nuclear energy, and I agreed. Although my first application for the competition did not pass, I did not give up. I began to actively attend conferences and gain experience. An unforgettable experience was the World Youth Festival in Sochi in 2023! Winter schools are especially valuable: there I deepened my knowledge and represented Russian and global nuclear energy.

— What were your first impressions of St. Petersburg and the Polytechnic?

— First, it’s very cold! I’m from the south, where winter is minus five. It was a shock! But then the architecture captivated me — incredibly beautiful. And at the Polytechnic… The teachers are just perfect! They explain things perfectly, they’re always ready to help, even if you write at night. The level of the lecturers is very high. Studying in English for a master’s degree is a great solution, a diploma in English is a big plus.

— What was the most difficult?

— Honestly, the master's degree did not seem very difficult, since it was in English, the bachelor's degree was more difficult. The main difficulty for foreigners is the Russian language. The teachers were my main support. They gave additional materials, links, explained things instantly. I did not spend much time trying to figure it out myself.

— How did you cope with the workload?

— Personal life? There was almost none! I worked and studied at the same time, I had to provide for myself. So I concentrated on lectures and studied at night, from twelve to three. In the morning — classes, then work. That’s how I built my schedule.

— Were there any difficulties with adaptation or language?

— The bureaucracy was generally clear, only at the beginning, in the international department, there were queues due to the workload. With the language? Oh yes! When I arrived in November 2018, it was incredibly difficult. The academic language of the teachers was new to me. Thanks to the senior students — they advised me to record lectures, then analyze them at home, take pictures of the slides. Now I understand almost everything!

— Did you manage to immerse yourself in Russian culture?

— Yes! I have Russian friends, I have visited them, listened to music, tried the cuisine. I didn’t like all the dishes right away (at first the borscht seemed like “water” after our thick soups), but I try to respect the culture and people. The experience was very positive. I also celebrate holidays — New Year, Christmas. I go to visit friends out of town. It’s like family.

— What are your plans after graduation?

— A difficult question! I applied for an Open Doors scholarship for postgraduate studies. But now I think that I want not pure electrical engineering, but something related to business applications (engineering, project management), since I plan to start my own business. I want to get real practical experience, I am looking for an internship or a job. A Polytechnic diploma will definitely help — the university is very prestigious, it is known and respected at conferences. It opens doors.

— What is your main advice to future foreign students of the Polytechnic University?

— Take advantage of all the opportunities! Participate in programs, conferences, anything! Networking is key. Meet people, make friends. Sometimes connections are more important than knowledge alone. Don’t be afraid to come and ask. And most importantly, don’t be afraid to ask questions, even if they seem stupid! The teachers here are always ready to help. And get more involved in extracurricular activities — I was too focused on studying and work, and this needs to be corrected. Polytechnic has a lot to offer!

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The Polytechnic University received a delegation from Hanoi National University headed by Deputy Director of the Institute of Information Technology Le Quang Minh. Hanoi National University is one of the leading multidisciplinary universities in Vietnam, training specialists in the field of information technology, engineering sciences, economics, linguistics and international relations. The university actively develops international cooperation, implements double degree programs and joint research with leading foreign partners.

SPbPU and Hanoi National University already have experience of cooperation in the field of education and scientific research: previously, examinations were carried out in the field of production systems management, digitalization and automation of business processes.

The purpose of the visit was to strengthen partnerships in science and education, as well as to develop joint initiatives in the field of artificial intelligence and managing the digital transformation of industrial sectors.

Mr. Le Quang Minh visited the laboratory "Industrial systems of stream data processing", where the head of the laboratory Marina Bolsunovskaya demonstrated advanced developments in the field of big data and industrial analytics.

At the Polytechnic Supercomputer Center, Vietnamese colleagues were shown the possibilities of high-performance computing for scientific and industrial tasks. The tour was conducted by Anton Lukyanov, chief specialist of the software department of the supercomputer center.

The program of the visit also included a visit to the Higher School of Industrial Management of IPMEiT. Associate Professor Olga Ergunova spoke about the educational programs being implemented to train managers for industrial sectors. Special attention was paid to academic disciplines and research activities in the field of strategic management and digital business management. The foundation for cooperation was laid this spring, when teachers from the two universities prepared and published joint articles.

The guests learned about the history of the Polytechnic University during a tour of the campus and the main buildings of the university, including the Fundamental Library.

The colleagues discussed the possibilities of conducting joint research in the field of artificial intelligence, big data processing and digitalization of industry, as well as participation in international educational and scientific projects. The parties expressed interest in expanding academic exchanges, organizing internships and joint educational programs, as well as integrating Vietnamese students and scientists into SPbPU projects.

The visit of the Vietnamese delegation became an important stage in the development of strategic cooperation between our universities, strengthening the position of SPbPU as an international partner in the field of transfer of education, science and technology, – commented on the results of the visit the head of the department of international interuniversity cooperation Ekaterina Belyaevskaya.

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Associate Professor of the Higher School of Industrial Management of IPMEiT Olga Ergunova took part in the International Conference AHIBS-ACT 2025: Weaving Horizons for Sustainable Impact, organized by the Business School of the University of Technology Malaysia with the support of international academic and scientific partners from Southeast Asian countries.

At the conference, Olga Ergunova presented two reports reflecting the results of the RSF research project “Neural network solutions for managing social and labor relations in the digital economy of megacities.”

The first report included the results of a sociological study and forecast scenarios up to 2035 concerning the integration of artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies into the management of human resources in megacities. The second was prepared in collaboration with Olga Kalinina, Director of the Higher School of Industrial Management, and Andrey Somov, Senior Lecturer at the Higher School of Industrial Management, and concerned the assessment of the impact of the HR policy of industrial enterprises on the sustainable development of Russian cities. The study focused on optimizing employee profiling mechanisms, reducing transaction costs, and increasing the transparency of labor contracts. The work was awarded the conference prize for the best report (Best Paper Award).

In addition to the main conference program, Olga Ergunova took part in a special scientific session for researchers and experts (Doctoral Colloquium), where she presented methodological and analytical tools, as well as key results of the RSF project. The presentation sparked a lively discussion among representatives of universities from Malaysia, Indonesia, China and India, who were interested in the possibilities of joint research in the field of digital transformation of labor markets and human capital development in megacities.

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A delegation from the State University of Management headed by Vice-Rector Dmitry Bryukhanov took part in the VII Kyrgyz-Russian Economic Forum, dedicated to the 10th anniversary of the Kyrgyz Republic’s accession to the Eurasian Economic Union.

The Forum, which was held from 13 to 15 August 2025 in Bosteri, was attended by over 800 participants – representatives of government agencies, business circles, scientific and educational communities of the EAEU countries, including universities of the Eurasian Network University: State University of Management, Osh State University, Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov, National Research University Kyrgyz University of Economics named after M. Ryskulbekov and National Research University "MPEI".

The opening ceremony of the Forum began with welcoming addresses by the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov and the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin. The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers – Head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic Adylbek Kasymaliev and Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Alexey Overchuk also addressed the participants with welcoming words, emphasizing the strategic importance of bilateral cooperation within the EAEU and the importance of joint educational and economic initiatives.

The State University of Management was represented by Vice-Rector, Head of the ESU Secretariat Dmitry Bryukhanov. As part of the scientific and practical conference "10 years of Kyrgyzstan in the EAEU: results, challenges and prospects", he made a report on the role of the Eurasian Network University in the development of joint educational programs, scientific research and academic mobility, emphasizing the need to train personnel for key sectors of the Union's economy and the active involvement of universities in digital transformation processes. The Forum participants supported the proposal to create a scientific and expert community in the EAEU space.

As an example of the effective work of teams from several organizations, a large scientific project "Ensuring food security of the country based on the creation of software and hardware systems and intelligent platform digital solutions in the field of development of agro-industrial technologies of the full life cycle" was presented, the executor of which is the State University of Management. The participants of the Forum were presented with the concept of a digital platform for managing a modern agro-industrial complex. Dmitry Rybakov and Denis Serdechny spoke about the intermediate results of the project, the functional capabilities of the platform, as well as the strategic importance and socio-economic effects of the implementation of solutions that the State University of Management team is developing.

The reports on scientific and educational projects of the State University of Management found a positive response from the international audience. As a result of the meetings and discussions, preliminary agreements were reached on testing our solutions in the activities of production organizations in the vastness of the EAEU, as well as on joint work on future joint interdisciplinary international projects.

Particular attention in the work of the Forum was given to business B2B meetings, in which a delegation from the State University of Management took part, discussing the prospects for cooperation between universities and the expansion of network educational projects.

During the event, an agreement was signed on the development and implementation of software and hardware systems and intelligent platform digital solutions in the field of development of agro-industrial technologies of the full life cycle in the Chui and Osh regions of the Kyrgyz Republic between the State University of Management, Osh State University and the National Research University Kyrgyz University of Economics named after M. Ryskulbekov.

The forum has become an important platform for exchanging experiences, discussing the economic results of Kyrgyzstan's ten-year membership in the EAEU, prospects for industrial cooperation, developing the digital space and expanding youth and educational initiatives, as well as strengthening inter-university partnerships within the Union.

The event was organized by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, the Eurasian Economic Commission, the M. Ryskulbekov Kyrgyz University of Economics and the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund.

Subscribe to the TG channel “Our GUU” Date of publication: 08/19/2025

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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University is preparing for a record intake of talented foreign applicants through the international Olympiad Open Doors: Russian Scholarship Project. Last year's winners submitted about 300 applications, with a third of them from future bachelors included in the program for the first time. For foreign students, this is a unique chance to receive a free education at the expense of the Russian Federation quota in one of the leading technical universities of the countryRegistration for participation in the Olympiad this year starts on September 1.

Organized Association of Global Universities With the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia, the Open Doors Olympiad provides foreign citizens, compatriots living abroad, and stateless persons with the opportunity to get into budget places without entrance examinations. Participation in all stages is remote, and the winners will be able to choose training in either English or Russian.

Registration of participants and acceptance of portfolios, including academic achievements (certificates, research papers, motivation letter), will begin on September 1:

Registration and Portfolio: 1 September – 16 November 2025 Online Exam: 28 November – 15 December 2025 BS/MS results: 30 December 2025 PhD interviews: 24 January – 6 February 2026 (main days), 12–14 February 2026 (reserve) PhD/Postdoc results: 27 February 2026

Winners of the Open Doors Olympiad receive significant benefits: the right to free education based on the Russian Government's education quota, including a monthly stipend, the opportunity to take a preparatory year in Russian even when entering English-language programs, as well as accommodation on the SPbPU campus at a discounted price.

Saint Petersburg Polytechnic University holds a strong position in the international educational space. The university is among the top 3 Russian universities in terms of the number of international students (more than 5,000 people from 107 countries) and demonstrates high results in world rankings such as QS (top 559 in the world) and THE (top 400 in engineering). SPbPU offers 16 international programs in English, including International Business, Intelligent Systems, Civil Engineering, and Nuclear Energy.

I chose Polytechnic because of its high reputation in engineering and cutting-edge research. The innovative approach and friendly environment exceeded my expectations, – shares his impressions the winner of the 2024 Olympiad Jacob Bona from Sierra Leone.

Experts and successful applicants give some advice to future participants. It is recommended to carefully prepare a portfolio, including all academic achievements, including school Olympiads. The motivation letter should clearly explain the choice of a specific educational profile and SPbPU. To prepare for the online exam, you should use the sample tasks available on the Open Doors website, paying special attention to mathematics and logic for technical areas.

“Open Doors is a social lift for talented foreigners,” emphasizes Evgeniya Satalkina, Head of the International Education Department at SPbPU. “In 2024, more than 120 winners chose Polytechnic University, and we expect this number to grow this year.”

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During the summer language and cultural camp, foreign students of our university went on an excursion to Peterhof, the famous residence of Russian emperors and one of the most impressive palace and park ensembles in the world. Students from nine countries took part in the trip: India, Zambia, Burundi, Kenya, Ethiopia, Angola, Guinea-Bissau, Cameroon and Cambodia.

From the first minutes of visiting the Grand Peterhof Palace, the students were immersed in the era of luxury and grandeur of the Russian Empire. They saw the state rooms decorated with gold, crystal and paintings, and also learned about the lives of the Russian tsars.

After the tour of the palace, the students went to explore the famous parks of Peterhof. In the Upper Garden, they were greeted by well-kept alleys and symmetrical fountains, and in the Lower Park, a stunning view of the Gulf of Finland and the Chess Mountain cascade. The culmination was the legendary Samson fountain, symbolizing Russia's victory in the Northern War.

But the real surprise for the participants were the famous Peterhof joke fountains! Unprepared for such a fun challenge, the students all fell under the streams of water secretly beating from under the ground. Everyone got wet, but this only added to the laughter and joy.

With friends and our teacher Elizaveta, we went on an amazing excursion to Peterhof! It was my first encounter with this amazing place. It exceeded all expectations. Our guide took us around the palace and told us its history so fascinatingly that time flew by. I really enjoyed it — the excursion was truly interesting and memorable! — shared Dos Santos Pereira Danilson from Guinea-Bissau.

This trip is not just an excursion, but part of a larger summer camp program, where students study Russian, participate in master classes, and get acquainted with Russian culture. The university continues to organize such events, strengthening international ties and creating opportunities for intercultural dialogue.

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The first Summer School of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence for gifted schoolchildren from the UAE has ended at the Polytechnic University, in which 60 of the best high school students from this country took part. It is important to note that SPbPU won the right to host the school in a tough international competition, beating universities not only in Russia, but also in other countries. Similar programs for young talents from the UAE, commissioned by the Ministry of Education of this country, were previously held in China, South Korea and Singapore. But according to the head of the delegation, Mr. Aldarmaki Faisal Abdullah Yusif Abdullah, it was the St. Petersburg Summer School that was the best both in terms of content and the uniqueness of the location.

The intensive two-week program included a deep dive into the world of advanced technologies and an introduction to the cultural heritage of the Northern capital.

The first week was dedicated to intense study: the children did not just listen to lectures, but actively designed, analyzed, created, demonstrating impressive results in the practical application of the acquired skills. This educational intensive became a powerful tool for their academic development, contributing to the formation of key competencies in the field of artificial intelligence, scientific and technological innovations. The students went through this path, demonstrating exceptional curiosity, diligence and thirst for new knowledge.

Mr. Aldarmaqi Faisal Abdullah Yousif Abdullah noted: Students from the United Arab Emirates spent an intense week at the St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, where they underwent training that combined theoretical and applied aspects, which gave them the opportunity to gain practical experience. This program allowed them to better understand how innovations are implemented, in particular artificial intelligence, in various fields, and also gave them new competencies in the field of technological leadership and entrepreneurship. I am sure that the knowledge and skills gained are an important step in the professional development of our students. We thank the university administration for this unique opportunity and innovative experience and hope that this cooperation will continue in the coming years.

Summing up the educational part at the closing ceremony of the Summer School, the first deputy chairman of the Education Committee of the St. Petersburg Administration Pavel Rozov noted: I hope you will enjoy the next week, because the studies are over, and you will see even more interesting places in our city. I wish you good luck and hope that the knowledge you have gained here will help you in your further studies and you will succeed in all your endeavors.

The second week, held with the active participation of the project co-organizer, OOO "School of Robotics SPb", became a real immersion into the cultural heritage of St. Petersburg for the participants. The young guests visited the majestic palaces, museums and picturesque canals of the city, which left them with vivid and unforgettable impressions. A key part of the program, also prepared by the partner, were visits to the city's leading technology companies. These excursions allowed the young guests to see with their own eyes how the technologies they studied are applied in practice, how ideas and innovations are transformed into real products and entire industries.

Leading specialist of the regional trade and economic cooperation department of the Committee for External Relations of the St. Petersburg Administration Apollinaria Avrutina emphasized the importance of the partnership: Developing cooperation with the United Arab Emirates is a strategic priority for us, as this country is our important partner. There are many oriental studies centers in St. Petersburg, and specialists in Arabic language and culture work there. You are very important to us. We hope to see you again in St. Petersburg. Congratulations on your successful participation.

Thanks to a rich curriculum and practice-oriented project work, the Summer School participants acquired not only sought-after technical competencies, but also a deep understanding of innovation processes and the spirit of international cooperation.

The guys immersed themselves in technologies, learned to immediately use the theoretical knowledge they had acquired in practice and achieved impressive results. The experience they gained at the Polytechnic University and the friendship that connected all the project participants are their invaluable capital for shaping the future of their country, – emphasized Olga Yemelyanova, Head of the Department of International Educational Programs and Academic Mobility at SPbPU.

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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University received a representative delegation from Indonesia headed by Professor Mohammad Nuh, former Minister of Education and Culture of the country and now Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Tenth of November Technological Institute. The visit was an important step in strengthening academic ties between our countries following the recent visit of the President of Indonesia to Russia.

The delegation included the heads of three prestigious Indonesian universities: Ainun Naim (Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the University of Terbuka – Open University of Indonesia), Syafsir Ahlus (Chairman of the Academic Council of the Tenth of November Institute of Technology), Canif Nurcholis (Chairman of the Academic Council of the University of Terbuka), Muhammad Faishol Aminuddin (lecturer at the University of Brawijaya).

The negotiations, led by SPbPU Vice-Rector for Educational Affairs Lyudmila Pankova, focused on five key areas of cooperation. The parties discussed the launch of academic mobility programs for students and teachers, including the "1 1" (Master's) and "2 2" (Bachelor's) models, with special attention to teaching in English. Negotiations are underway to create joint double degree programs in engineering and IT specialties that correspond to the Polytechnic University's priorities: systems digital engineering, automation of production and new materials, artificial intelligence.

"Partnership with leading universities in Indonesia is extremely important to us," emphasized Lyudmila Pankova. "Of the 33,000 students at the Polytechnic, more than 5,000 are foreigners, but only 16 are Indonesians so far. We see huge potential for growth and integration of our educational models, especially in engineering and online learning. This visit sets the vector of interaction with several leading universities at once."

The topic of online education occupied a special place in the negotiations. Here, the key role was played by the exchange of experience between Terbuka University, a recognized leader in the field of open distance learning, holding prestigious accreditations from the International Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE) and the Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU), and St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, awarded 5 QS stars for online education.

Director of the SPbPU Open Education Center Svetlana Kalmykova and the Indonesians agreed to cooperate in several strategic areas: joint development of methodologies for creating and analyzing the “digital footprint” of students, mutual placement of courses on leading international (Coursera, Open Education) and national platforms, pilot projects to create joint online courses in English on engineering disciplines.

This cooperation will allow SPbPU to integrate Terbook's unique experience in working with a mass audience (more than 500,000 students), and Indonesian partners will adopt Russian developments in the field of integrating online courses into formal educational programs and advanced EdTech solutions developed at the Polytechnic University's Open Education Center.

The guests visited the leading laboratories of SPbPU: the Robotics Center, the Additive Technologies Laboratory, the Lightweight Materials and Structures Laboratory. All Indonesian universities expressed interest in the earliest possible signing of framework agreements (memorandums of understanding) and individual mobility agreements with SPbPU.

"We are grateful for the hospitality," said Mohammad Nuh. "We are acting in line with the strategic course set by the recent visit of the President of Indonesia to Russia, and we see academic partnership as one of the key drivers of development of our countries. The technological power of the Polytechnic University, its advanced engineering schools and unique experience in digitalization of education are exactly the competencies that the Indonesian economy and higher education system urgently need."

The delegation also visited the Main Building of SPbPU and talked with Indonesian students of the university.

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Jesus graduated with honors from the Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University with a master's degree. He spoke about his educational path at the Institute of Energy, which began in his homeland, Bolivia, and continued in the Polytechnic's graduate program.

— Why did you decide to come to Russia and choose the Saint Petersburg Polytechnic University?

— At 18, I became interested in Russia. There are still specialists who studied in the USSR working in Bolivia, including teachers from my university. I was especially impressed by Russia’s rich history and its engineering feats: the first satellite, the first nuclear power plant in Obninsk, and others. After completing my bachelor’s degree, I decided it was time — and chose St. Petersburg. The city attracted me with its culture, theaters, and museums. And the Polytechnic University became my choice because of its centuries-old traditions — after all, the university is already 126 years old!

— What were your first impressions of St. Petersburg and the Polytechnic?

— The first impression was that it was very cold! I come from a bright, sunny country, and the climate adaptation was difficult. But I still remember walking along Nevsky Prospect and being amazed by the architecture of your city! At first, I studied for a year at the preparatory faculty — I studied Russian. It was a very interesting process. Before coming, I studied Russian for about a year in Bolivia, but only at the basic level. The preparatory faculty helped a lot. It was also incredibly interesting for me to study basic subjects, such as physics and mathematics, in another language. Spanish is my native language, and Russian is very far from it. I was even surprised at how effective the Russian language is, in my opinion, for science. We speak a lot in Spanish, and in Russian, it seems to me, the rules are more logical. So scientific phenomena or concepts are explained more effectively, with fewer words.

— You graduated with honors — that’s a huge achievement! What was the hardest thing at the beginning of your studies?

— It was difficult for two main reasons. Firstly, knowledge of the language. Russian is considered one of the most difficult languages. After the preparatory faculty, it was still difficult for me to understand all the teachers at once. Over time, I managed to master the language. Secondly, there is a big difference in the education systems. It was difficult for me to adapt, because everything is different here. If we talk about the engineering industry, then the Polytechnic University has a very practical approach to solving problems.

— What is your specialization at the Institute of Energy?

— My area of expertise is electric power engineering. I deliberately chose this broad area because of its versatility and the presence of various specializations. After studying possible development paths, I decided on the areas closest to me: energy ecology, autonomous systems, and renewable energy sources.

— How did you organize your time for effective study? Were there any special methods?

— The main thing is that I was not afraid to ask any questions to the teachers. They were always ready to help! I had a huge interest in deepening my knowledge, and they constantly supported me. The second important aspect is that studying Russian never stopped. I was always interested, asked questions to my Russian classmates, who eventually became my friends. They were also always ready to help.

— Were there any difficulties in communicating with Russian students?

— Of course, there were difficulties at first. But from the very first days, people came up to me, asked where I was from, asked about Latin America — what we have, what we don’t. That’s how the first contacts were made. And by the end of my master’s degree, I proudly realized that I had written my thesis in another language! It was a real challenge that required persistence and determination. There were moments of despair when I wanted to give up everything, but I knew that I had to go towards my goal.

— What were the biggest non-academic difficulties you encountered in Russia? Climate, food, everyday life, mentality?

— First of all, the climate! I arrived at the end of September. I am still surprised that this city has two faces — winter and summer, it is interesting, but difficult. Secondly, a bit of a mentality. We, Latin Americans, are not as straightforward as Russians. It was hard for me to get used to the fact that in Russia everything goes very quickly, straight to the point. And everything changes constantly. Even the weather! In my city, Bolivia, there are practically no seasons. Here you need to constantly change clothes depending on the season. But it was a very interesting adaptation process.

— What did you like most about St. Petersburg?

— You can find everything here! It was the capital of the Russian Empire. I see old buildings and feel like I am in the 19th century! I went to theaters, museums — there is always something new and interesting here.

— Have you been to other cities in Russia?

— Yes, I visited Murmansk, Moscow and Bryansk. The contrast with St. Petersburg is striking. Moscow lives at an accelerated pace. However, the unique atmosphere of St. Petersburg turned out to be closer to me. Despite all the modernity of Moscow, I realized: this is not my city. St. Petersburg, which has become my home, wins in terms of sensations. Murmansk is remembered for its harsh climate and the special mentality of its residents: the long winter seems to foster mutual assistance. I was amazed by the views of the Arctic Ocean and the tundra – a completely different nature. Polar day and night – an experience that is difficult to comprehend, but incredibly impressive.

— How have you changed during your studies at the Polytechnic?

— Polytechnic changed me both as a professional and as a person. Thanks to the teachers, I did not just gain knowledge — I immersed myself in the world of modern technologies and methods of electric power engineering, which I had only heard about before. Now, holding a diploma in my hands, I feel that this is not just a piece of paper, but confirmation that I have become a real engineer. And life in Russia has taught me much more than textbooks. The St. Petersburg weather and all the difficulties have made me stronger in spirit, taught me patience and incredible persistence. Now I know that to achieve a goal, you need not only a head, but also character.

— If you knew then, on the first day of school, what you know now, what advice would you give yourself?

— The advice is simple. Communicate with the locals as intensively as possible from the first day. This is the shortest and most effective way to understand the cultural code, mentality and real "rules of the game" in studying and life in Russia. Knowledge of these nuances — from informal traditions to approaches to solving problems — turned out to be no less important than academic skills.

— What was the most unexpected or even shocking experience in life and studies?

— The education system is what surprised me the most! Here in Bolivia, a bachelor's degree is a base, a foundation without specialization. You become a specialist only in master's degree, choosing that one and only focus. Here, everything is different. You choose a specialization already in the bachelor's degree! Master's degree is the next level. Can you imagine my surprise? It was not easy to adapt! In lectures, teachers sometimes started from the middle — as if we all skipped the first six chapters of the textbook and should immediately understand the seventh.

— What are your plans after graduate school?

— I hope that I can become a teacher, either in my home country or in another country. I really like doing science, ever since school. I would like to combine my studies with work here in Russia during my postgraduate studies. Your country gave me the opportunity to study, and I would like to try my hand here. We'll see.

— Do you think that a Polytechnic diploma will give you an advantage when applying for a job, whether in Bolivia or another country?

– Yes, definitely! Especially in Asia and Latin America. Employers value those who studied in Russia because they know that you have a very practical approach and methods in engineering. In Latin America, they know about St. Petersburg and the Polytechnic University well. A diploma from this university shows that a person has received deep practical knowledge and is able to solve any engineering problems.

— What is the main piece of advice or advice you would give to a future foreign student entering the Polytechnic?

— Believe in yourself and be persistent. Entering and studying in another country is a challenge. Your confidence and persistence will help you overcome any difficulties. Learn Russian — this is the key. Without the language, it will be difficult to study, communicate, make friends. Be interested in the culture. Don’t be afraid of “seriousness”. Russian people may seem serious and straightforward. But! My experience has shown that there is a real “Russian soul” behind this! They are reliable and always ready to help. The most important thing is to be open, curious and don’t be afraid of new things. Studying at the Polytechnic is a chance not only to get an excellent education, but also to experience an amazing adventure that will change you.

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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University recently hosted delegations from top Chinese universities: Tsinghua University (20th place in the QS ranking), Zhejiang University (49th place in QS), and Peking University (13th place in QS).

Study visits to prestigious partner universities in foreign countries are a mandatory element of the educational program at Chinese universities. That is why every summer students from China come to the Polytechnic University to develop scientific and educational cooperation and exchange best practices in working with young people.

The delegation of Tsinghua University (SPbPU's strategic partner), headed by the deputy secretary of the party committee of the university's Youth Union, Chen Zhihao, consisted of student activists (secretaries of faculty committees of the Komsomol, postgraduates and masters). The visit was organized within the framework of the elite program for training personnel reserves and future leaders of Tsinghua University, implemented under the auspices of the Communist Youth Union of China.

The introduction to the history and infrastructure of SPbPU began with a tour of the Main Academic Building (White Hall, library, portrait gallery) and the SPbPU History Museum. The key point was a visit to the Youth Trajectory Center in the Polytech Tower — a modern space for student life, project activities, and interaction with industry. At a meeting with Ivan Khlamov, Head of the SPbPU Youth Policy Department, the guests discussed options for involving young people in scientific and technical creativity, project work, developing leadership skills, and a mentoring system. Colleagues from Tsinghua presented the successful experience of their university ecosystem for supporting innovation and entrepreneurship, including the Lighthouse program, Challenge Cup and Entrepreneurship Competitions, as well as the Innovation Plus incubator, which has grown hundreds of startups with a total funding of about 5 billion rubles.

The study visit of the best students of Zhejiang University to the Polytechnic is a long-standing tradition that has been strictly observed throughout the years of strategic partnership between our universities. The envoys from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering were led by its international coordinator Qiu Yixin.

The program included an introduction to the historical heritage of the university, a visit to the modern laboratories of the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials and Transport, and a working meeting with representatives of the SPbPU International Service. The students visited the innovative laboratories of IMMiT and learned about the latest developments of research groups and young scientists of the institute.

Chinese students were presented with opportunities to study at SPbPU, in particular within the framework of additional programs, summer and winter schools. The guests highly appreciated the educational potential of the Polytechnic University, including that already implemented in partnership with Chinese universities, and expressed interest in creating a joint program in the field of mechanical engineering.

In addition to students, the representative delegation from Peking University included Dean of the College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering Peng Hailin, Dean of the Faculty of Materials Science and Engineering Zou Ruqiang, Professor of the Faculty of Physics Wang Xinqiang, and other scientists.

The visit was eventful: the guests were divided into groups according to their scientific interests to visit specialized laboratories, where they got acquainted with the advanced research of SPbPU in the field of new materials, energy and microelectronics. Of particular interest were the developments of carbon nanomaterials, artificial intelligence for chemistry and promising catalysts. The visit ended with presentations of scientific areas of both universities.

The past visits demonstrated the mutual interest of Russian and Chinese universities in deepening cooperation, the desire to organize interaction not only between leading scientists, but also among young researchers. As noted by representatives of SPbPU, such meetings help not only to exchange best practices in education and science, but also to create a solid foundation for future joint projects, student initiatives, entrepreneurship. Particular attention was paid to student mobility, academic exchange programs, joint participation in student conferences and youth initiatives. The doors of the Polytechnic University are always open to students of partner universities in China.

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