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On the eve of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, celebrated globally on December 3, the State University of Management hosted the First Inclusive Youth Forum "Professional Tomorrow," aimed at creating an accessible environment for people with disabilities.

Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of the State University of Management, opened the event: "Today is our eighth competition for projects in the field of inclusion. And each year, the submitted projects become more widespread and sophisticated. Moreover, some proposals have already attracted the interest of real investors, which once again proves that the work is not in vain – your ideas can be in demand by business, the government, and society. It is no coincidence that the meeting is taking place at our university: since 2017, the State University of Management has hosted the Resource Educational and Methodological Center for the Training of Persons with Disabilities (REMC), which oversees partner universities in four regions: Moscow, as well as the Moscow, Oryol, and Smolensk regions. Furthermore, for the fourth year, the State University of Management has been operating the "My Good Business" competition, which showcases the best social projects. I would like to invite those present to participate in it as well, as you already know how to create high-quality projects," said Vladimir Stroyev.

This time, the performance of the Russian Anthem was accompanied by the inclusive sign language theater "Mirage" of the NCFU RMC, which musically and harmoniously translated the words into sign language.

In her video address, Olga Petrova, Deputy Minister of Education and Science of the Russian Federation, thanked the forum participants for their commitment and willingness to create a more accessible environment of unlimited opportunity for those with disabilities.

In his speech, Viktor Cherepov, Vice President of the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP), noted the significance of holding the forum at the First Management University, one of the oldest universities in the country, and emphasized the importance of the work and contribution of the projects developed to Russia's future.

"Today, when the world is rapidly changing, the necessary conditions for the development of inclusive initiatives are regularly being created. The business community is also very interested in this. Socially responsible businesses are developing and are willing to invest in implementing relevant projects and improving conditions. You have the opportunity to present specific ideas and proposals where businesses can provide targeted assistance," concluded Viktor Mikhailovich.

In addition, Maryana Sokolova, Head of the Coordination Center for Inclusive Higher Education at the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation and Co-Chair of the Competition Organizing Committee; Olga Baranenkova, Head of the Department of the Institutional Project Engineering Laboratory; Nadezhda Funtikova, Director of the Inclusive Higher Education Center at Volodymyr Dahl Luhansk National University; and Tatyana Safronova, Director of the Inclusive Higher Education Center at Kherson Technical University.

A significant and touching moment was the handover of the "Professional Tomorrow" Cup from Novosibirsk State Technical University, which was the operator of the 2024 competition, to the State University of Management, which holds that role today.

At the conclusion of the opening ceremony, activists from the GUU student council held a rousing flash mob: the finalists of the 8th All-Russian Network Competition of Student Inclusive Projects "Professional Tomorrow," representatives of the RUMC network, experts, and guests danced on the same stage.

Over the course of two days, forum participants will attend roundtable discussions on project-based learning and inclusive HR management, master classes, training sessions, and motivational meetings.

Participants in the "Professional Tomorrow" competition will also be defending their projects in five categories: "Social Project," "Research Project," "Media Project," "Business Project," and "Technology Project." 900 applications from 74 Russian universities were submitted for the online round of the competition, of which 150 projects advanced to the finals.

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The results of the first All-Russian Space Dictation, organized as part of the federal project "Personnel for Space," have been announced. The top three finishers were young researchers from the State University of Management—graduate students Nikita Akinshin and Vladimir Kutkov.

Over a thousand people from across Russia participated in the event—students, young professionals, and anyone passionate about space and science. Each participant has already received a personalized certificate. The organizers expressed special gratitude to the universities whose students demonstrated the greatest participation: the First Management University, Lomonosov Moscow State University (MSU), Moscow Automobile and Road Construction State Technical University (MADI), Russian State Hydrometeorological University (RSHU), and St. Petersburg State University of Aerospace Instrumentation (SUAI).

Winners were determined by the number of correct answers: one question = one point. The competition demanded not only knowledge but also speed—in cases of ties, the time it took to submit the work was taken into account; in some cases, the difference was literally a few seconds.

Our colleagues, graduate students Nikita Akinshin and Vladimir Kutkov, took the lead in the race, receiving a navigator's watch from the "Gagarin" series as a prize. Everyone who made it into the top 30 received special certificates, as well as prizes and gifts from the federal project "Personnel for Space."

Alexander Vedekhin, administrator of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science's federal project "Personnel for Space," thanked all participants, organizers, partners, and universities for their contribution to the development of scientific and technical culture and their support of interest in space: "We hope the All-Russian Space Dictation will become an important educational initiative that will unite students and young professionals from across the country. Thanks to this event, thousands of participants across our country will not only test their knowledge of space but also foster interest in scientific and technical creativity. I am confident that this will help us all prepare a new generation of engineers and specialists capable of solving the strategic challenges of the Russian space industry and ensuring the country's technological leadership in the future."

We heartily congratulate our winners! GUU is the best again!

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By decision of the Academic Council of the State University of Management, a new high-tech research platform has been created, which aligns with the university's strategic development objectives and expands its scientific and educational competencies.

SUM is a leader in training high-tech management specialists. The university offers educational programs that develop skills in developing and operating information systems, data analysis, and managing technological projects and complex organizational and technical facilities. These areas form the foundation of the university's strategic development and are reflected in the activities of its research departments and project teams.

The new Center for Space Research, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, and Radioelectronic Technologies integrates these competencies into practical technological areas. These include the use of Earth remote sensing data for territorial and infrastructure analysis, the processing of aerospace information (visual, thermal, spectral, and telemetric), the design of digital control platforms for high-tech systems, the application of artificial intelligence methods to the analysis of monitoring data, the modeling of production and territorial processes using digital twins, and the study of the stability of unmanned and automated systems in real-world operating conditions.

It should be noted that the new division unites the university's key areas of activity—digital economics, information technology, and systems engineering—into a single interdisciplinary cluster and strengthens SUM's role as a scientific and educational forward-thinking institution, making a significant contribution to the technological development of our country.

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Today, Russia celebrates banking and financial professionals—a professional holiday for those who ensure the stability and transparency of our country's financial system every day.

From Elizabeth Petrovna to the present day

The holiday was established in 2004 at the initiative of the Association of Russian Banks. The date was chosen for a reason: it was on December 2, 1990, that two key laws were adopted: "On the Central Bank of the Russian Federation" and "On Banks and Banking Activities." These documents laid the foundation for Russia's modern banking system.

The history of banking in the country is much older—over 250 years old. The first financial institutions emerged during the reign of Empress Elizabeth Petrovna. In 1754, the Merchant and Noble Loan Banks were established, followed by the Copper Bank, where one could not only take out loans but also make deposits. Later, all functions were consolidated into the Unified State Loan Bank.

In the 19th century, the commercial sector in Russia was actively developing: banks began to finance industry, trade, and individuals. After the 1917 Revolution, the system was nationalized, and during the New Economic Policy (NEP), it was partially revived, but under strict state control. The modern era began in the 1990s, when the country transitioned to a market economy. Today, more than 300 credit institutions operate in Russia, and their activities are monitored by the Bank of Russia, the guarantor of the stability of the ruble and the financial security of its citizens.

Banking at the State University of Management

"Modern challenges—threats of international terrorism, decentralized autonomous applications (including cryptocurrencies), public and private blockchain services, cybercrime, and virtual banks—require prompt and flexible solutions. Therefore, the primary task of universities in this regard is to develop qualified personnel, develop educational programs, and produce technologies in relevant fields," noted Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of the First Management University.

At the State University of Management, the training of future banking specialists and entrepreneurs is closely linked to the real sector. The Department of Banking and Entrepreneurship at the Institute of Economics and Finance (IEF GUU) collaborates with leading financial and commercial organizations across the country. Partners include Sberbank, VTB Bank, Alfa-Bank, Expobank, Ingosstrakh, and Alt-Invest. Support for the development of entrepreneurial initiatives is also provided by the SME Corporation, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation, the Federal Agency for Youth Affairs, the State Budgetary Institution Small Business of Moscow, and Novard Corporation. This integration of education and industry provides graduates not only with in-depth theoretical knowledge but also with work readiness from day one. Students gain not only in-depth knowledge but also practical skills through master classes, case competitions, and internships with leading employers, ensuring graduates receive not just a diploma but genuine readiness to work in a dynamic financial environment from day one.

Work for the benefit of man

It's worth noting that a Russian banker is more than just a numbers specialist. They advise clients, help open accounts or apply for loans, handle payments and foreign exchange transactions, analyze financial risks, and advise on wise investment and capital protection. This profession requires precision, listening skills, and a willingness to explain complex matters in simple terms. On December 2, the best in this field are awarded the National Banking Award, established in 2005. Winners receive a statuette of a winged lion—a symbol inspired by the griffins on the Bank Bridge in St. Petersburg. Many banks host seminars and lectures, where employees discuss new technologies, legislative changes, and the experiences of their colleagues.

However, Bank Worker's Day isn't just an occasion to present awards; it's also a reminder: behind every transfer, every deposit, every consultation, there's a human being. And their work makes the country's financial life honest, reliable, and focused on the real, everyday problems and challenges of our citizens.

On behalf of our entire university community, we congratulate our colleagues and students who have chosen the art of finding optimal financial solutions, helping people achieve their goals, and contributing to the stability and reliability of the Russian banking system as the foundation of their professional activities!

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A roundtable discussion on "Developing an Ecosystem of Innovative Projects as Part of Implementing a Technological Leadership Strategy" was held at the State University of Management. The event was part of the "Spectrum of Innovations" acceleration program, implemented under the federal "Technology" project.

During the discussion, experts from the Russian Ministry of Education and Science, Dmitry Bryukhanov, Vice-Rector of the State University of Management, and faculty from our university discussed how universities can become not just learning platforms, but environments where student ideas are transformed into real technological solutions.

Following the discussion, participants emphasized the need to integrate educational programs, research activities, and student initiatives into a unified innovation support system. This approach allows graduates to present projects that have been hypothesis tested and validated, rather than academic assignments, that have the potential for further development.

"Universities are consistently creating conditions in which work on startups becomes part of the educational process and helps develop a new quality of entrepreneurial talent," noted Olga Serebryannikova, Director of the Project Office for the Development of Youth Entrepreneurship in Higher Education Institutions at the Russian Ministry of Education and Science.

Commenting on SUM's contribution to this process, Vice-Rector Dmitry Bryukhanov cited the university's internal support as an example: "We integrated the accelerator into SUM's project activities to give students the key: not just tweaking an idea, but receiving a clear market demand from the very beginning and understanding the development vector."

When combined with initiatives like the "Startup as a Diploma" program, these formats create an ecosystem where students can safely experiment, learn from mistakes, and approach investors with ready-made solutions. Universities are thus becoming hubs for generating youth entrepreneurial projects.

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Three students from the State University of Management (SUM) have received a Gazprombank scholarship. SUM has been collaborating with Gazprombank for many years, with our students completing internships, internships, and working in their fields at the bank.

The scholarship selection process consisted of several stages: first, students completed a detailed questionnaire outlining their achievements. Subsequently, they underwent testing and an interview, which assessed not only their knowledge but also their creativity and speed of thought in solving management problems.

Elizaveta Kobylina, a newly-crowned Gazprombank scholarship recipient and a fourth-year student in the Accounting, Analysis, and Audit program at the Institute of Economics and Finance (IEF GUU), shared her emotions: "I couldn't believe I'd become a Gazprombank scholarship recipient until I was presented with the certificate. The entire selection process was living proof for me: sincerity, hard work, and self-improvement always resonate. It was incredibly exciting to visit the Gazprombank office, listen to the speaker's presentation, and immerse myself in this special atmosphere. For me, this scholarship is not just support, but an opportunity to leave my mark both at GUU and in the history of Gazprombank. This experience once again reminded me: never give up, it's important to believe in yourself and keep trying, no matter what!"

Anastasia Sungaeva, a fourth-year student in the Finance and Credit program at the Institute of Economics and Finance of the State University of Management, also appreciated the role the scholarship played in her career: "First of all, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the university for the opportunity. I would also like to thank Gazprombank for establishing this scholarship and for the attention it pays to student development. The selection process was not difficult for me; on the contrary, it was interesting and motivating. Each stage allowed me to take a fresh look at my knowledge, skills, and achievements. Receiving this scholarship from Gazprombank was not just an important milestone for me, but a truly significant event. It is recognition of my hard work, perseverance, and desire to constantly improve. For me, this scholarship is not only financial support but also a powerful incentive to continue improving. Such attention from a large and reputable organization is inspiring and gives me confidence that I'm moving in the right direction. I view this scholarship as a trust and believe that I can live up to it by reaching new professional and personal heights.”

Vera Sorokina, a fourth-year student in the Economics program at the Institute of Distance Learning, was delighted with the organization of the certificate presentation ceremony: "The Gazprombank Scholarship Award ceremony was excellent! It was very exciting to meet students from other universities and participate in a training session on emotional intelligence together. I thank our university and Gazprombank for supporting proactive students and providing such opportunities."

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Entrepreneurial skills training courses have concluded at the State University of Management. This year, the number of participants almost doubled compared to last year.

This time, educational technical pre-intensive workshops for students were led by experts from the startup studio "Discovery of Innovations," Togliatti State University (TSU), and Pyatigorsk State University (PSU). Although the masterclass programs varied, their overall goal was to teach students the fundamentals of technological entrepreneurship and motivate them to create innovative startup projects.

Our students learned to work in teams, formulate and test hypotheses, discussed real-world market cases, analyzed existing monetization models, and, under the guidance of experienced trainers, went through all stages of launching an innovative product—from generating a creative idea to the final pitch. Furthermore, entrepreneurial skills training enabled future managers to hone such important skills as leadership, communication, self-motivation, and risk adaptation.

The most active participants received gifts from partners and organizers, and certificates of participation in the training sessions became excellent additions to the young entrepreneurs' portfolios—for example, such a document gives additional points when applying for the Foundation for Assistance to Innovation's "Student Startup" competition.

Entrepreneurial competency training is the entry point to the broad and diverse ecosystem of the University Technological Entrepreneurship Platform of the federal project "Technologies." In 2025, over 100,000 students from across Russia participated in entrepreneurial competency training. The Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT) operates this program.

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Students from the Institute of Distance Education at the State University of Management organized a concert at the Central Military Clinical Sanatorium (CMCS) "Arkhangelskoye" in honor of the upcoming Heroes of the Fatherland Day, which our country celebrates on December 9.

The audience for the performances by our correspondence students' creative group, "Musical Mood," included military personnel participating in a special military operation undergoing medical rehabilitation at the sanatorium, as well as vacationers and staff members of the health resort.

The concert took the form of a historical and patriotic musical narrative about defenders of the Fatherland throughout history. The students' main goal was to uplift the spirits and good cheer of our modern-day heroes and preserve the memory of Russia's valiant past.

The students also met with the Central Military Command and military patients, presented small gifts, and wished the soldiers good health and a speedy recovery.

As a reminder, in addition to organizing creative events to boost the morale of SVO participants, our university has been running the "GUU-SVOim" campaign since January 2024, which is part of the Ministry of Education and Science's public initiative "Universities for the Front." This project aims to support military personnel performing missions in the special military operation zone and encompasses a wide range of activities, from collecting and delivering humanitarian aid to organizing cultural and educational events for service members and their families. In 2025, the third humanitarian aid delivery mission took place.

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Established in 2007 at the initiative of Vladislav Tretiak, President of the Russian Ice Hockey Federation (RIHF), the holiday commemorates the founding of the RHF on December 1, 1946. Today, it unites not only fans but also all those for whom hockey is part of the national sporting culture.

Bandy was once popular in our country—it was even called "Russian hockey." The breakthrough came in the late 1940s, when the first professional ice hockey teams began to form. As early as 1956, the USSR team made its Olympic debut in Cortina d'Ampezzo and immediately won gold. Over the following decades, Soviet hockey players became Olympic champions eight times and world champions 22 times.

Behind this resounding success were outstanding coaches—Arkady Chernyshev, Anatoly Tarasov, Viktor Tikhonov—and legendary players—Vsevolod Bobrov, Valeri Kharlamov, Vladislav Tretiak, Boris Mikhailov. Our hockey players have always been national heroes—both in the USSR and today in Russia, films are made about them, and even songs are written about them.

After the collapse of the USSR, Russian hockey endured a difficult time: economic hardship, the departure of stars overseas, and lost years. But by the 2000s, the Russian national team had once again become one of the strongest, winning world championship titles in 2008, 2009, 2012, and 2014, and, most importantly, Olympic gold in Pyeongchang in 2018, its first in 26 years.

On Hockey Day, children's tournaments, open days at sports schools, and master classes from current players are held across the country. Veterans take to the ice alongside young athletes—not to compete, but to share their experiences. Museums and libraries host exhibitions dedicated to the history of hockey. Government officials, artists, and other cultural figures don skates, including our president, Vladimir Putin, who initiated the creation of the amateur Night Hockey League and is an active participant.

This year, the central event of the festival will be the Moscow "Hockey Day" festival at VDNKh on Saturday, December 6. Amateur matches and mini-tournaments will be held on the ice rink, where anyone can play alongside world champions. A separate training area will be set aside for shooting and puck handling practice. Participation is free, and the program is open to all ages and runs from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

For those interested in the history of the presidential sport, a special exhibition has been open at the Dynamo Museum since mid-November. Display cases contain trophies, medals, and hockey equipment dating back to 1926. Among the exhibits are the skates of Vyacheslav Solovyov, an 11-time USSR bandy champion, and the stick of Vasily Pervukhin, a multiple world and European champion, along with other sports memorabilia.

We all root for the Russian national team and our university hockey team—one of the strongest university teams competing in the Moscow Student Hockey League (MSHL) championship (3). Our "GUUSI" are the MSHL champions of the 2010/11 season and the Bachelor's Division of the 2015/16 and 2021/22 seasons, bronze medalists of the MSHL top division in 2014/23, silver medalists of the MSHL in the 2011/12 and 2012/13 seasons, champions of the annual University Cup 2022 tournament, and are among the top four teams in the All-Russian SHL Championship in 2023/24.

Happy All-Russian Hockey Day to our ice hockey team, which ended November with two victories for the guys from MAI and MFUA, and will play the RUDN team on December 14th! May the ice be smooth, the shots accurate, and the team work together smoothly! We wish you good health, athletic enthusiasm, inspiring training, and exciting victories on and off the ice. This is Vykhino! This is South-Eastern Administrative Okrug! This is our State University of Management! We love it!

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On November 30, 1835, the day Halley's Comet reappeared over Missouri for the first time in 75 years, Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born in a Florida village. He became a writer whose name, Mark Twain, has gone down in history as a symbol of freedom, honesty, and a keen wit capable of subtly and good-naturedly ridiculing hypocrisy, bigotry, and xenophobia.

What's in a name?

The writer chose a real shipping term for his pen name: "Mark Twain! Mark two!" the riverboat crews would shout as they sounded the channel of the fickle and treacherous Mississippi. This meant that there was a minimum depth of two meters ahead, meaning that vessels following the pilot would not run aground. For Clemens, who grew up on the banks of North America's main river, this command became more than just a nickname. It was a stance on life: move forward, avoid shallows, and lead the way.

Samuel was the sixth child of a small merchant. His father died early, leaving the family in debt. The boy went to work—first as a typesetter's apprentice at his brother's newspaper, then traveling to New York, Philadelphia, and Cincinnati for work. In the evenings, the future classic of children's literature went to the library to compensate for his lack of education. In 1857, he became an apprentice pilot on the Mississippi, and by 1859, he had earned his license—and thus the mighty Mississippi became his school, university, and first muse.

When the Civil War broke out in America, Clemens fought for two weeks on the Southern side, but, realizing the futility of the conflict, he left for Nevada to join his brother, a government official. Samuel first tried his hand at gold mining, then found a job at The Territorial Enterprise, where he first signed his name as "Mark Twain." The budding writer's first success came in 1865 with the short story "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County." It was the story of a wondrous amphibian that somehow learned to leap farther than anyone else. The story spread across the United States and became incredibly popular because its sparkling humor concealed serious themes. After all, Twain wrote about ordinary people, their ingenuity, dreams, and naivety, using their language and without embellishment.

In 1867, Mr. Mark traveled to Europe and the Middle East as a correspondent. His travel notes and letters formed the basis of his book, The Innocents Abroad (1869). To ensure its success, he himself wrote an anonymous, enthusiastic review and published it in the press. This wasn't a deception, but rather an understanding of the reader's soul and a belief in his own word.

Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn

In 1870, Twain married Olivia Langdon, a woman from a wealthy family who became his moral compass. They moved to Hartford, Connecticut, where they built a house that is now a National Historic Landmark. It was here that he wrote his most important works.

In 1876, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer was published—a book conceived as a third-person autobiography. But Twain felt Tom was too perfect, too heroic. He wanted to create a truly living character. And in 1884, Huckleberry Finn was born—a novel that Ernest Hemingway called the origin of all American literature. Huck is a boy who speaks "bad" English, steals food, disbelieves in school, but has a clearer conscience than many eminent adults. When Huckleberry decides he'd rather go to hell than betray his black friend, the escaped slave Jim, it's not rebellion. It's a choice for humanity in a world where laws permit people to be enslaved.

Of course, there was a huge scandal, because racial prejudice hadn't yet disappeared. In 1885, the book was removed from the Concord library for being "coarse and obscene." Newspapers wrote that it was "more suited to the slums than to polite citizens." But that was precisely its strength: Twain wrote not for salons, but for life. He wasn't afraid to be uncomfortable, criticizing racism, imperialism, cruelty, and the hypocrisy of the press. Incidentally, the writer was a member of the American Anti-Imperial League, opposed the annexation of the Philippines, and wrote scathing pamphlets ridiculing the theory of the "chosen people" and the "civilizing mission" of the United States.

Eternal pilot of dignity

Mark Twain wasn't particularly fortunate in business. In the 1890s, his publishing company went bankrupt. He invested in an automatic printing press, but it never worked. To pay off his creditors, Twain abandoned bankruptcy and embarked on a worldwide lecture tour, intending to personally repay every debt—an act of moral dignity.

During these years, he wrote "Personal Memories of Joan of Arc," his most serious and moving prose. He also wrote "Puddock Wilson," which, in his playful vein, once again raised the issue of racial inequality. After the death of his wife in 1904, Mr. Mark fell into a deep depression. Two daughters died: Susie from meningitis, and Jean from epilepsy. The writer even ruefully joked that life was a walk through a cemetery.

In his final years, Mark Twain dictated his autobiography—not for his contemporaries, but for the future. Therefore, he forbade its publication until 100 years after his death. The archives were opened in 2010: the world once again heard his voice—clear, ironic, prophetic.

Samuel Langhorne Clemens died on April 21, 1910, the year of Halley's Comet's return. His ashes lie in Elmira, New York, next to his wife and children, and a crater on Mercury bears his name. Quotes from Twain adorn school and university walls, courtrooms, collections of aphorisms, and websites. His books are read in Russia and everywhere else where boldness of thought and honesty of speech are valued.

He once said: truth is always stronger than fiction—because fiction must be believable, but truth must not. It's been 115 years since Mark Twain passed away, but he still leads us all, preventing us from running aground on the shallows of despair and stupidity.

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