Category: Санкт-Петербургский государственный архитектурно-строительный университет

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

On the eve of the New Year, students from the Faculty of Architecture of St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering took part in the IX International Competition "Create an Exhibit for the Hermitage."

The competition continues the long-standing tradition of creating handmade New Year's and Christmas decorations. This year, the competition was held under the motto "Beauty in Detail" and was dedicated to the anniversaries of three St. Petersburg architects: Bartolomeo Francesco Rastrelli, Domenico Trezzini, and Carlo Ivanovich Rossi.

35 of our students designed and created amazing "architectural" Christmas tree decorations using a variety of techniques!

Anastasia Kolechkova, a third-year student in the Department of Architectural Environment Design (DAS), made it to the finals and shortlisted for the competition. In her work "Azure Lace," crafted using beadwork, Anastasia depicted the bell tower of Smolny Cathedral by F.B. Rastrelli. "The famous combination of sky-blue and snow-white is a fresh, pure, yet luxurious contrast that can be used in design, which is exactly what I did in this Christmas tree ornament," the artist explained.

At the awards ceremony held on December 22 at the General Staff Building, Anastasia was presented with a diploma and a commemorative gift for second place among students from architecture and art universities in the Odnoklassniki social network nomination.

Second-year students from the Faculty of Architecture created their toys under the guidance of Svetlana Feofanova, senior lecturer in the Department of Architectural Environmental Design, as part of an assignment in the "Volumetric and Spatial Composition" course. The resulting works were very atmospheric, and all of them decorated the State Hermitage Museum's Christmas trees.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

At the end of 2025, the Tashkent University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (TASU, Republic of Uzbekistan) published a textbook, "Marketing," authored by professors from SPbGASU and TASU.

The authors from SPbGASU are Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Management Galina Tokunova and Deputy Dean for Academic Affairs Olga Bochkareva, and from TASU are Professor of the Department of Management Dilfuza Berdieva and Associate Professors of the Department of Management Nadira Mamatkulova and Ezoza Khaidarova.

This textbook is designed for students majoring in economics, as well as students enrolled in continuing professional education programs. It aims to develop a comprehensive understanding of the marketing management system and the main marketing tools. Structurally, the textbook comprises fifteen thematic chapters that consistently explore key aspects of the subject.

The textbook became part of the educational and methodological work carried out by SPbGASU and TASU under a cooperation agreement concluded in 2006. This activity is aimed at strengthening international ties between two leading educational centers in the field of architecture and construction in Russia and Uzbekistan.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Dear colleagues, dear friends! I wish you a Happy New Year and Merry Christmas!

May 2026 live up to all your expectations and be truly happy.

Let it be filled with a lot of light, like the lights on a Christmas tree, a lot of warmth among family and friends, and a lot of joy, so that you can greet every morning with a positive mood.

I wish you and your loved ones a home filled with comfort and understanding, talents that receive the recognition they deserve, creative ideas that find a response, and work that brings not only results but also true joy.

Be healthy and happy!

Rector of St. Petersburg State University of Civil Engineering E. I. Rybnov

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Sergey Mikhailov opens the meeting

On December 26, a ceremony summing up the year's results and awarding the activists of the Council of Foreign Students (CFI) took place at the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. At the traditional meeting, the most proactive students were recognized and the Council's work results for 2025 were presented.

Vice Rector for Academic Affairs Sergey Mikhailov addressed the participants with a welcoming speech. He emphasized the importance of the International Student Council for the development of the university and its international community.

"Our university is one of the oldest and most respected in Russia, so we place special importance on traditions. We hold such meetings with the International Student Council regularly – twice a year – to review our achievements, recognize the most active students, and outline plans for the future," noted Sergey Vladimirovich.

The Vice-Rector outlined the university's overall 2025 performance. He noted that SPbGASU has received a new impetus for development by becoming one of the universities responsible for training engineering personnel to achieve technological leadership in the Russian Federation. He also noted an increase in student enrollment: today, the university has over 14,000 students, including approximately 500 international students from 54 countries.

"International activities remain one of our priorities. And what you do as part of the International Students' Council—in study groups, at events, and on projects—is a significant contribution to the university's development. For this, I want to sincerely thank you," emphasized the Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs.

During the meeting, Antonia Angelova, Chair of the SIO, presented a report on the work accomplished during the fall semester. In the fall of 2025, the council held more than ten events, including Russian Conversation Club sessions, cultural and educational meetings, master classes, excursions around St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region, and participation in city and inter-university forums. Particular attention was paid to the adaptation of international students, familiarization with Russian traditions, and the development of intercultural dialogue.

The council's active creative and volunteer activities, the organization of photo zones, New Year's events, and the participation of university graduates in the life of the student community were particularly noted.

The ceremony concluded with the presentation of letters of gratitude to the members of the SIO for their contribution to the development of international and student life at SPbGASU. Participants noted the warm atmosphere of the meeting and expressed their willingness to continue their joint work in the new year.

After the official part of the event, members of the Council of Foreign Students continued their interactions in an informal setting. Participants went to the "Growth Point" for a Christmas tree-making workshop, which helped create a festive atmosphere in anticipation of the New Year.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

On December 6, a comprehensive training course on safe working practices at height and first aid skills was held for FSK technical supervision engineers at the "Smart Labor" training facility of the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU). The event combined theoretical lessons, practical training, and the testing of a methodology for assessing the competence of construction workers.

Working at height is one of the most dangerous types of construction work. During the training, company specialists thoroughly covered safety systems, the correct selection of personal protective equipment, and practiced rescue and evacuation techniques from aerial work platforms, towers, and metal structures.

A separate section of the program was devoted to first aid. Participants deepened their knowledge in this important area, which will be useful not only on construction sites but also in everyday life.

The training was conducted by:

"First Aid to Victims" – Alexander Dmitriev, Director of the Smart Trud Training Ground; "Working at Height" – Dmitry Klykov, Instructor in Safe Working Practices at Height.

In addition to mastering practical skills, the training included an important scientific component: testing a methodology for assessing the competence of construction workers when working at height. This methodology is being developed by Nadezhda Batova, a senior lecturer in the Department of Technosphere Safety, as part of her dissertation for a candidate of technical sciences degree.

The testing included three stages:

Entrance testing – assessment of the initial level of theoretical knowledge; final testing – verification of knowledge of occupational safety requirements after training; practical exam – confirmation of skills in performing practical tasks required for high-risk jobs.

The results of the practical examination will assess the professional suitability of specialists for working at height and the development of sustainable safety behavior patterns. The study data is still being processed, and the final scientific findings will be presented soon.

This event is a shining example of successful collaboration between a university and an industrial partner, where practical knowledge and applied skills are aimed at improving employee safety.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

The Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering has been awarded the ROSTIM-2025 prize in the category "For Contribution to Digitalization and Development of the Construction Industry's Human Resource Potential Using Russian Software." The award was presented to Victoria Vinogradova, Vice-Rector for Continuing Education at SPbGASU, by Renga Software CEO Evgeny Shuvalov.

The award is presented to organizations and individuals promoting information modeling technologies (IMT) and Russian software.

The ceremony took place on December 24 as part of the student thesis defenses for the "Project-Based Learning" elective, organized by the Project-Based Learning Educational Center (PBL) at SPbGASU. The university received recognition for promoting the PBL and developing students' digital professional competencies, and Victoria Vinogradova received recognition for her personal contribution and the creation of active PBL teams within her departments: the Digital Competencies Educational Center (DCEC) and the PBL.

Evgeny Shuvalov noted that SPbGASU is the first university to receive this award.

At the December forum "ROSTIM-2025", the largest in Russia exhibition of IT solutions for design and construction, students of SPbGASU together with the company "SetlGroup" presented their work on the design of a high-rise building, which they conduct as part of the elective course “Project Activities”.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

On December 24, the Intercultural Communication Department's traditional New Year's concert, "Adventures of Foreigners in Russia 3," took place in the SPbGASU assembly hall. International students from the preparatory department performed.

Elena Selezneva, Head of the Department of Intercultural Communication, opened the concert, welcoming the guests and performers and wishing everyone a festive atmosphere.

Listeners from China, Iran, Mali, Zambia, Mongolia, Egypt, Algeria, Angola, Cuba, Benin, Ethiopia, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Uganda, Chad, Libya, Vietnam, Colombia, Ecuador, Indonesia, Libya, Turkey, Botswana, Burundi, Kenya, Togo, Guinea, and Pakistan joyfully and joyfully wished everyone a Happy New Year. The concert program included vibrant musical performances in Russian and Chinese, energetic dance numbers, Russian poetry recitations, and a Chinese New Year culture quiz.

Students from China performed a skit about how to properly celebrate the New Year. A combined group from China, Vietnam, Ethiopia, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Benin, Uganda, Chad, and Libya, along with their teacher, Professor Elena Safronova of the Department of Intercultural Communication, presented several magical song numbers. Students from African countries continued the concert, singing playful ditties about their life and studies in Russia to loud applause from the audience. Ybenze Ambouko from Mali and Djinku Kossivi Amen from Togo performed a traditional Dogon dance.

Students from China quizzed their knowledge of Chinese New Year traditions and then sang a New Year's song in their native language. Mohammadi Badrabad Amir from Iran recited Sergei Yesenin's poem about the Iranian Khorasan in Russian. Students from Colombia, Ecuador, Indonesia, Turkey, Libya, and Anastasia Gubaidullina, Associate Professor of the Department of Intercultural Communication, performed an elegant vocal and choreographic number.

The concert ended with a group performance of a New Year's song, which the entire audience sang along to.

This year, the roles of Father Frosts (there were two of them) were played by Mohammadi Badrabad Amir and Wang Shuo from China, and the role of Snow Maiden was debuted by Yang Xinzhe from China.

The student artists not only demonstrated their creative abilities and artistic talent, but also demonstrated their knowledge of the Russian language and culture of our country.

Not only the students but also the staff of the Intercultural Communication Department contributed. In the lead-up to the concert, each classroom rehearsed songs, danced, recited poetry, and created skits. All the teachers prepared their students for the performance.

Marina Mizgireva, an assistant professor in the Department of Intercultural Communication, wrote and directed the concert. Thanks to her, the program was engaging and varied.

The guests of the magical performance were reluctant to let the artists go and applauded for a long time. After the performance, both the audience and participants took commemorative photos and shared their impressions.

"Today, the entire administration attended a concert staged by your teachers. I'd like to express my deepest gratitude; all the performances were simply wonderful. The students did a fantastic job! Thank you for spreading the festive spirit on the eve of the New Year," said Andrey Kozhokar, International Student Relations Specialist at the International Affairs Department of SPbGASU.

"I express my deep gratitude for the celebration that the faculty of the Intercultural Communication Department and the students of the Preparatory Department presented to the audience. On New Year's Eve, you once again demonstrated the results that can be achieved when you truly and devotedly love your work. Thank you for the wonderful atmosphere, positive emotions, and understanding of the caliber of professionals working here," noted Karina Surkova, Head of the Preparatory Department for Foreign Citizens.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Marina Malyutina's speech

The St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering's "Growth Point" event summarized the year's implementation of youth policy and educational activities. The event was attended by students, faculty, and staff—all those who contributed to the development of an active, vibrant, and proactive student community throughout the year.

Vice-Rector for Youth Policy Marina Malyutina addressed the participants with a welcoming speech. She emphasized that summing up the year's results is becoming a new, positive tradition for the university and allows not only to celebrate achievements but also to thank everyone involved in shaping youth policy.

The Vice-Rector paid special attention to the university's performance at the federal level. SPbGASU was ranked 9th in St. Petersburg and 88th in Russia for educational activities, a feat made possible by the active project-based, volunteer, and proactive work of its students. Marina Viktorovna noted that students are not only the object but also a full-fledged subject of youth policy; they are capable of shaping its direction, implementing their own projects, and utilizing the opportunities offered by federal programs and platforms.

Then, certificates of appreciation were presented to the university's faculty and staff for their contributions to the development of youth policy and support of student initiatives. First and foremost, recognition was given to all dean's offices, represented by the deputy deans for educational work and career guidance. Also receiving awards were Irina Deeva, Director of the Student Entrepreneurship and Career Center at SPbGASU; Oksana Safonova, Director of the Center for Physical Culture and Sports; and coaches Margarita Konovalova and Yegor Ryabchikov.

Vladimir Faddeev, Leading Technical Support Specialist for the Information Systems Department, was awarded for his active assistance in organizing and conducting youth events, his personal contribution, and his commitment to student initiatives. Irina Nuriyeva, Head of the Youth Policy Department at SPbGASU, was awarded a commendation for her personal contribution to the development of youth policy and the improvement of educational activities, as well as for supporting student initiatives and promoting the development of young people's creative potential.

Special thanks were given to departments that actively engage students in project-based activities and the All-Russian student project "Your Move": the Department of Descriptive Geometry and Engineering Graphics, the Department of Law, the Department of Legal Regulation of Urban Development and Transport, and the Department of Architectural and Civil Engineering. Acting Head of the Department of Geodesy, Land Management, and Cadastre, Yana Volkova, received special recognition.

In addition, awards were presented to students who demonstrated high activity in student government, volunteer, sports and project activities, and in the work of student media. Acknowledgments were received by Anastasia Kozlova, Nikita Grigoriev, Olga Kostyleva, Zlata Gushchina, Maria Tyrbyleva, Ekaterina Rodevich, and Arseniy Vakulenko (all from the Civil Engineering Faculty), German Sergeev (Faculty of Automobile and Road Engineering), Anna Snetkova (Faculty of Economics and Management), Ksenia Boltyan (Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Urban Management), and Sofia Andreeva (Faculty of Architecture). Students from the Faculty of Forensic Expertise and Law in Construction and Transport, including Alina Pavlova and Stanislav Rotmansky, received their media coverage of student events, and Ruslan Kafarov, Egor Kolobov, Daria Meleshina, and Artem Vasiliev received their awards for the effective organization of the educational project "InfoShield," aimed at improving legal literacy among the younger generation and implemented with the support of the Rosmolodezh Grants program. A citation was also received by Antonia Angelova, graduate student and Chair of the Council of International Students.

The university's creative and media associations were also recognized. The Kirpich media studio, along with its active member and director, Andrei Kostrikin, received a commendation for their professional coverage of youth projects and their contribution to the development of the university media space. Commendations were also given to activists of the Kirpich Center for Social and Creative Arts: Maria Roshchina, Anastasia Kopylova, Elizaveta Sukhinina, Vidana Kirsanova, Angelina Tomilina, and Svetlana Koroleva.

At the end of the event, the results of the student initiative—the Faculty New Year's Tree Competition—were announced. All the university's faculties participated. Winners were announced in several categories: for creativity, atmosphere, and originality of the submitted works.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Participants of the second day

The second day of student project defenses, implemented as part of the "Project-Based Activity" elective, concluded at the Project-Based Learning Educational Center (PBCLE) of SPbGASU. The elective brought together students, faculty, and representatives of industry companies, providing a platform for professional dialogue, expert evaluation, and discussion of practice-oriented solutions.

The second day confirmed the effectiveness of the project-based learning format, focused on solving real-world problems based on industry partners' requests. Participant teams presented seven projects reflecting current developments in architecture, construction, digital modeling, and integrated design.

The projects were evaluated by an expert committee, which included representatives of leading companies in the construction and IT industries, as well as employees of SPbGASU:

Head of the Training and Service Center in St. Petersburg at Ridan Trade LLC, Petr Kolyada; Head of the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Department at Metropolis LLC, Sergey Bryuzgin; Leading Engineer of the Architectural and Engineering Department at Gazprom Proektirovanie LLC, Nikolay Mishurenko; Chief Engineer of the Setl Group architectural bureau (Setl Stroy LLC), Dmitry Sergeev; General Director of Renga Softwea LLC, Evgeny Shuvalov; Vice-Rector for Continuing Education at SPbGASU, Victoria Vinogradova; Acting Dean of the Architecture Faculty at SPbGASU, Andrey Surovenkov; Deputy Dean for Academic Affairs at the Civil Engineering Faculty at SPbGASU, Maria Lazurina; Director of the Digital Competencies Educational Center at SPbGASU, Denis Nizhegorodtsev; Director of the Project-Based Learning Educational Center at SPbGASU, Inna Sukhanova.

The experts noted the high level of preparation of the teams, the elaboration of the solutions, and the practical focus of the presented projects, as well as the active involvement of students in interdisciplinary teamwork.

Opening the event, the defense moderator, Associate Professor of the Department of Construction Economics and Housing and Utilities, Alexander Skidan, noted that the Project-Based Learning Educational Center has become not only a platform for defenses but also a space for student teamwork and discussion of project solutions.

Victoria Vinogradova addressed the participants with a welcoming speech. "Today, we can see the first results of our work with the project-based initiative. This is important not only for the university but also for the students: project-based work allows them to gain practical experience in a safe educational environment and work with real clients," she noted.

Victoria Vinogradova emphasized the interdisciplinary nature of the projects. According to the Vice Rector, through teamwork, architects, engineers, and designers learn to collaborate, understand the specifics of different professions, and develop skills that will be useful in the real world.

"Project work combines personal and team responsibility: each student is responsible for their own portion of the work, but the project's success depends on the coordinated efforts of the entire team," noted Victoria Vitalievna. She emphasized the importance of engaging with industry partners, thanked the companies for their involvement and support of the initiative, and expressed gratitude to the faculty and mentors for their active participation, often outside of class time.

In closing, the vice-rector addressed the students: "Thank you for your trust and interest in our work. The experience you gain here will be useful not only in completing your elective course but also in your future professional careers. We are confident that this project-based experience will be an important part of your professional journey."

On the second day of the defense, projects covering a wide range of architectural, construction, and digital challenges were presented. Student teams worked on concepts for a multifunctional sports complex with an ice rink, a museum of contemporary art, and the creation of a digital information model for the SPbGASU sports and educational building.

Considerable attention was given to information modeling technologies for capital construction projects. Among the projects presented were the creation of an information model for a boiler room, the design of a high-rise residential building in St. Petersburg according to the requirements of the Setl Group holding company, and the development of an information model for a production and energy unit with a service center.

A separate project was dedicated to the "Project Bureau" competitive educational program—the second phase of the Far Eastern Federal University campus on Russky Island (a dormitory), which highlighted the scale and interregional nature of the tasks that SPbGASU students are working on.

In their closing remarks, participants and organizers noted that project-based learning serves as an effective tool for acquiring practical skills, building professional portfolios, and preparing students for work in real-world industry settings. The experts expressed their willingness to continue collaborating with the university and participating in subsequent stages of project-based learning.

All participants in the elective, including partners, highly appreciated the support of the curators, who led the teams throughout the semester and helped organize complex interdisciplinary work.

"The project-based learning format is fundamentally different from the traditional educational approach, as it develops interdisciplinary collaboration and teamwork skills, bringing students as close as possible to real-life professional conditions. Furthermore, initiatives like these directly support the construction industry's transition to using domestic software and the development of digital information modeling in Russia. I thank the organizers for inviting us to this event. I believe that project-based learning at the university provides students with an excellent opportunity to develop in their field and, in the future, take the construction industry to the next level. I would like to point out that among the people in this room today are future employers and software developers who would be delighted to hire talented professionals," said Evgeny Shuvalov, sharing his impressions. He added that interaction with universities and participation in project-based learning are an important part of the industry's development and personnel training.

For productive interaction and effective joint work, the SPbGASU Center for Professional Development received letters of gratitude from Glavstroy SPb LLC, wishing for further fruitful cooperation and ambitious projects, as well as from Gazprom Proektirovanie LLC expressing appreciation for organizing and hosting the event.

Work on all projects presented at the defense will continue in the spring semester, after which students will present them for their final qualifying work in the form of a comprehensive TIM project.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

On November 11, the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, together with Kazan Federal University (KFU), held the All-Russian Dictation in Foreign Languages. The Department of Intercultural Communication at SPbGASU is the official regional venue for the project. The All-Russian Dictation in Foreign Languages is held annually among students of higher, secondary, and general education institutions. In 2025, 41,245 students from higher, secondary vocational, and general education institutions participated in the dictation.

The dictation was held for the tenth time at the initiative of the Institute of International Relations, History, and Oriental Studies at Kazan Federal University (KFU) in conjunction with the Department of Youth Policy at Kazan Federal University. The main goals of the event were to motivate students to study foreign languages, improve literacy, and enhance their proficiency in foreign languages. This year, the dictation was prepared in four languages: English, German, French, and Spanish.

The All-Russian Dictation in Foreign Languages is a unique opportunity to test your listening and writing skills in a foreign language.

In 2025, the dictation became an important part of the celebrations for the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The text was based on the personal memoirs of Faina Lazarevna Ratner, a distinguished graduate and professor at Kazan University, about the war and post-war period. The dictation text was prepared by faculty from the Institute of International Relations, History, and Oriental Studies at Kazan Federal University.

SPbGASU students participated in the English language dictation for the fourth time. This year, 73 students participated.

The winners of the English language dictation at SPbGASU were first- and second-year students Denis Nazarov, Maxim Klochko, Klara Bakenova, Karolina Vashkevich, Varvara Gorbunova, Amina Karavardanyan, Viktor Bondarev, and Daria Karaulova.

All dictation participants received electronic certificates of participation, and the winners and runners-up received electronic diplomas.

We congratulate our students on their excellent English language skills, and thank the faculty of the Intercultural Communication Department at SPbGASU for their assistance with the dictation!

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.