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An interdisciplinary team from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University won a prize in the student competition "Development and Presentation of a Multifaceted Interdisciplinary Concept for Integrating a Cultural Heritage Site into the Life of a Modern Metropolis and Society," held during the Heritage Forum.

The event was organized by the Moscow Department of Cultural Heritage. The forum brought together restorers, architects, urbanists, researchers, government officials, and student teams from across the country to share best practices for the protection and development of cultural heritage sites.

The Polytechnic University team was represented by students from the Higher School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction, the Higher School of Design and Architecture of the Civil Engineering Institute, and the Higher School of Industrial Management of the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade: Ekaterina Adamova, Anna Korsuntseva, Anastasia Nikitina, Daria Sokolova, and Anna Anisimova. The teams were supervised by Svetlana Pupentsova, Associate Professor at the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade, and Galina Bardina and Maria Illarionova, Senior Lecturers at the Institute of Industrial Studies.

Polytechnic students developed a comprehensive interdisciplinary concept for the adaptation of the regional cultural heritage site "Palace" as part of the "Obshchnaya Dacha" palace and park complex in Peterhof. The project included a historical and archival analysis and an assessment of the site's cultural value, the development of architectural planning solutions that comply with the requirements of the protected area, a marketing and competitive analysis, including a cost-benefit calculation, and the development of a contemporary brand based on the architectural identity and historical color palette of the façades.

According to the jury, the SPbPU team took third place among 12 teams from across Russia. The experts praised the team's interdisciplinary approach, validity, and compliance with the competition requirements, which called for comprehensive research and the integration of heritage into the urban socioeconomic context.

"Being part of the Heritage Youth Forum was very important to me. It was exciting to participate in both the business program and the competition. The forum left only positive and unforgettable emotions and experiences that I want to share with everyone," said Ekaterina Adamova, a sixth-year student at the Institute of Social Studies.

The SPbPU team also participated in the forum's business program. Key attention was paid to the integration of cultural heritage into the urban environment through interdisciplinary approaches, practical financing mechanisms, digital technologies, and communications. Experts' presentations at the plenary session emphasized the importance of heritage as a resource for sustainable urban development and the formation of social identity.

Participants discussed strategic design of cultural sites, technologies for creating digital twins and 3D visualizations, practices for developing a site's media brand, as well as methods of field research and community engagement.

The Heritage Forum is a significant event that brings together students and experts to discuss the preservation of historical and cultural monuments. This is especially important for St. Petersburg. Our team plans to continue working on the Palace project and comprehensively revitalize the entire palace and park complex. Participating in the competition and the forum left very pleasant memories. Now I want to delve deeper into this topic and participate in similar events again," shared Anastasia Nikitina, a fourth-year student at the Institute of Mechanics and Technology.

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The State University of Management invites Russian citizens aged 18 to 35 to participate in the Russian Ministry of Education and Science's "Russian Civil Service Intern" project.

The project's main goal is to provide young professionals with the opportunity to complete a paid internship at a federal agency and receive a job offer.

Previously known as "Intern of the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia," the project is now called "Intern of the Civil Service of Russia." The name change reflects a conceptual shift: this year, the organizers expanded the career paths for the project's winners.

The project is being implemented in response to the President of the Russian Federation's directive to increase the attractiveness of civil and municipal service for young people. "Russian Civil Service Intern" aims to expand the horizons of professional mobility and enhance the role of internships as a tool for early entry of young professionals into the public administration system.

The fourth season of the "Russian Civil Service Intern" project features several key differences compared to last year. First and foremost, the organizers have removed the graduation year restriction for contestants: while last season only 2021-2025 graduates were eligible to apply, this restriction has been lifted. Furthermore, all project winners will complete the "Public and Municipal Administration in Science and Higher Education" program. As part of their training, interns will prepare and present a study on improving the work of a department within the agency. This study will be included in the intern's portfolio and will be considered by the Ministry's department.

Given that a significant portion of government tasks are implemented at the intersection of science, higher education, human resources policy, and social agendas, this season will see the formation of interdisciplinary teams of interns. This format will allow interns to comprehensively develop project solutions that span the competencies of several agencies and enhance the practical value of their proposals for the public administration system.

Before being accepted for the internship, candidates must complete several online selection stages and participate in a team business game. Based on the overall rating score, the organizers will select 30 project winners. They will complete an internship in one of 22 departments of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, and some of the winners will be assigned to a specialized track, which the organizers will announce later.

In addition, the winners will be provided with a stipend of 30,000 rubles per month and accommodation for the duration of their internship. The work schedule is structured so that interns work at the Ministry from Monday to Thursday, and on Fridays they participate in external acceleration, cultural, and patriotic events.

You can apply for participation until January 31, 2026, on the official project portal stajerggs.rf.

The results of the program will be summarized and the list of winners will be compiled at the end of March 2026.

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December 19, 2025 marks the 110th anniversary of the birth of Edith Giovanna Gassion, known to the world under the pseudonym Edith Piaf.

The singer's childhood was tragic: her father left for the front lines during World War I almost immediately after her birth, and her mother, a cabaret performer, gave her to her grandmother to raise. But even her older relative didn't particularly care for her: a severe form of keratitis had left her nearly blind. Her father, upon returning from the front, was horrified by the child's living conditions and took her to his mother, where, after much effort and a true miracle, the child's sight was saved.

Edith attended school only until she was eight, after which she began performing with her father on the streets of Paris, where he performed acrobatic routines and she sang. At age 15, the future celebrity began her independent life, giving birth to a daughter in 1933, who died of meningitis at age two.

A turning point in Edith Gassion's life came in 1935, when she caught the eye of cabaret owner Louis Leplée. Due to her small stature and fragile appearance, he gave her the stage name "Piaf" (sparrow) and helped her break into the professional stage. In 1936, Louis was assassinated, and soon the talented young woman was taken under the wing of poet and composer Raymond Asso, who became her creative mentor and the creator of the "Piaf style." By the late 1930s, Edith Piaf had become a renowned singer, the talk of France.

The heyday of the "sparrow"'s creativity came in the 1940s and 1950s – a time of war, the singer's worldwide fame and her greatest hits.

During the Nazi occupation of France, 1940–1944, Edith Piaf not only performed in prisoner-of-war camps in Germany, but also helped many of them escape.

In 1945, Piaf gifted France with the song "La Vie en Rose," the lyrics to which she wrote herself. This composition, which many producers considered too simple, became her signature song and one of the most famous French hits worldwide.

In 1952, the singer was in two consecutive car accidents. To alleviate the pain caused by fractures, doctors administered morphine, and Edith became addicted. But she recovered and returned to her life's work. In 1958, her return to the stage after a series of illnesses and treatments was met with acclaim.

In 1960, she debuted "Non, je ne regrette rien" ("No, I Regret Nothing")—a song that became an anthem of her resilience and a life motto for millions. The following year, the singer was diagnosed with liver cancer. Once again displaying her steely character, she continued to perform until the end of her life, performing songs from the top of the Eiffel Tower in 1962 and recording her final song in April 1963.

The artist died at the age of 47 in October 1963. More than 40,000 people gathered for her funeral at Père Lachaise Cemetery. The French loved their "little sparrow" with all their hearts.

Despite all the trials she endured, Edith remained resilient and continued to create until the end of her life. "I regret nothing"—these are such important and poignant words that will live on through the centuries thanks to the song of the voice of an era and a symbol of France, Edith Piaf.

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The last month of the year was very eventful for the participants of the PoliShkola project.

Young technology leaders from Polytechnic University visited Bauman Moscow State Technical University. The purpose of the internship was to exchange experiences in organizing scientific and educational activities, study best project management practices, and identify promising areas for joint research and projects.

During the meetings, special attention was paid to BMSTU's comprehensive programs for working with faculty and researchers. Colleagues shared their experiences supporting young professionals, including, for example, methodological support for obtaining candidate and doctoral degrees. The polytechnics were also introduced to and invited to join the unified "Practice Showcase" developed by BMSTU as part of the "Priority 2030" program—a platform designed to share best practices among the country's leading universities.

The visit also included a visit to key laboratory and research centers of MSTU:

The Aurora Mobile Platform laboratory, where development work on the domestic operating system is underway, including the creation of secure applications and specialized software. Colleagues showcased student achievements and discussed monetization and market interactions; the Cybersecurity Monitoring Center (SOC), organized according to a full-cycle principle: from educational programs and scientific research to commercial services and expert support for partners. Internship participants noted the effective model of collaboration with an industrial partner and the involvement of students in real-world projects, starting from their junior years; the Polymer Materials Laboratory, which specializes in the creation of new compounds for additive technologies. SPbPU specialists observed the operation of cutting-edge installations in real time and also received expert advice on developing their own developments in membrane water purification; and the Industrial Internet of Things in Digital Manufacturing laboratory, which includes the Flexible Manufacturing Cell—a simulator for acquiring in-demand practical skills in industrial robotics. Colleagues highlighted the operating features of the devices and the details of collaboration with enterprises.

Following the visit, the partners outlined specific areas for further collaboration, including organizing a return visit by representatives from Bauman Moscow State Technical University to the Polytechnic University, sharing best practices in the development of research and teaching staff, and exploring opportunities for joint research projects in cybersecurity, new materials, and robotics.

Participants praised the tour's informative and dynamic nature. The Polytechnic students were particularly impressed by the university campus, with its interesting architectural designs and well-thought-out navigation, high-tech labs, spacious classrooms, and stylish coworking areas.

The PoliSchool program concluded with the final defense of the teams' projects.

The work was evaluated by Alexey Borovkov, Chief Designer of the Scientific and Technological Program "System Digital Engineering," Lyudmila Pankova, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs, Maria Vrublevskaya, Vice-Rector for Human Resources, Oleg Rozhdestvensky, Head of the Office of Technological Leadership, Marina Bolsunovskaya, a representative of the "Artificial Intelligence for Cross-Industry Problem Solving" program, and Oleg Panchenko, a representative of the "Materials, Technologies, and Production" program.

Following the opening remarks by PoliShkola project mentor Maria Vrublevskaya, the presentation session began. For two hours, ten student teams presented the results of their work.

Participants presented projects covering cutting-edge fields of science and technology: medicine and biotechnology, artificial intelligence, robotics, electronics, and education. Each project had a clearly applied nature and was aimed at solving specific technological or social problems.

The level of sophistication and the promise of the solutions we saw today are directly in line with the spirit of PolySchool—a practical leadership school for young people with initiative. Participants don't just propose ideas; they create working prototypes and consider the logic behind their implementation, noted Maria Vrublevskaya.

Interesting projects reached the PolySchool finals. The students demonstrated their commitment and desire to contribute to achieving the country's technological leadership. Much work remains, especially in terms of creating in-demand products from the solutions and technologies developed. I wish everyone good luck and strength to complete this journey," concluded Oleg Rozhdestvensky.

At the end of the defense, all participants were presented with commemorative gifts.

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On December 17, the State University of Management hosted a meeting with Antony Shvindt, Deputy Head of the Secretariat of the Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation and Secretary of the Commission for Scientific and Technological Development (S&TD) of the Russian Federation.

GUU Rector Vladimir Stroyev and Vice-Rector Maria Karelina spoke to the guest about the university's achievements over the past year, its engineering management training programs, and its plans for further technological development.

"This year, we opened two new laboratories: the RosGeoTech Advanced School of Industrial Innovations, created jointly with the Millionshchikov State Petroleum Technological University, and the Numerical Control Systems (NCS) Lab, opened thanks to a grant from the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education. Last month, the Center for Space Research, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, and Radioelectronic Technologies opened, bringing together technological research conducted in these areas. Our future plans are no less ambitious, including opening our own Advanced Engineering School and integrating it into the national "Personnel for Space" project," concluded Vladimir Stroyev.

Next, the Secretary of the Scientific and Technological Revolution Commission met with a group of young scientists from the university, including members of the Student Design Bureau (SDB) “Innovative Solutions”.

"Let me remind you that for the first time in our country's history, 'technological leadership' has been defined as a national development goal. And the tools for achieving it are national technological leadership projects. These include nine national projects in critical areas such as production and automation equipment, public health, food security, unmanned aerial systems, and others. Universities are a breeding ground for talent and cutting-edge technological developments, so much attention is being paid to, among other things, the development of youth laboratories, student design bureaus, and advanced engineering schools," noted Antony Shvindt.

Vladimir Filatov, Director of the Engineering Project Management Center, presented engineering projects being implemented at the State University of Management in collaboration with industrial partners and within the framework of the Special Design Bureau (SKB). The guest was particularly interested in the bureau's flagship project for developing 3D models and 2D drawings for an electric train, which was implemented online, as well as the design support provided to one of the units performing tasks as part of the Special Military Operation.

The rector of the State University of Management noted that just last week, representatives of this department visited the State University of Management and expressed gratitude for the support provided both in the technological sphere and as part of the "SMU-SVOim" humanitarian campaign.

Maxim Pletnev, Head of the Scientific Research Coordination Department, discussed the trends and priority areas of SUM's research projects, noting a sevenfold increase in research volume over three years. In addition to technical areas, social and humanities projects are also being implemented, including those aimed at studying the demographic situation and shaping the civic position of young people. Antony Shvindt expressed interest and suggested that the results be sent to him shortly.

Mikhail Petrov, a representative of SKB GUU's industrial partner and Deputy Director for Development at the Petersburg Machine-Building Plant, also spoke at the meeting, presenting key performance indicators for the work performed.

Denis Serdechny, Head of the Laboratory of Digital and Intelligent Technologies for the Development of Territories of the Russian Federation, spoke about the implementation of a major scientific project in the agro-industrial complex, while Dmitry Nikitin presented the goals of creating the Center for Space Research, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, and Radioelectronic Technologies.

"Unmanned systems are used in many fields, and it's crucial to develop technologies at the intersection of various sciences. It's crucial to study regional characteristics to identify areas of high demand and quickly transition to civilian applications. The State University of Management has unique experience in training engineering and economic specialists, and this is more relevant today than ever," Antony Shvindt concluded the meeting.

Following this, the Secretary of the Scientific and Technological Development Commission visited the state-of-the-art laboratories of the State University of Management and gave an open lecture for students, "Architecture for the Implementation of National Technological Leadership Projects." He introduced the audience to the national projects, emphasizing that "from an early age, you can chart your career trajectory in a specific direction. The State University of Management offers every opportunity for this; don't miss out."

At the end of the meeting, Antony Shvindt wished everyone success in their exams, congratulated them on the upcoming New Year, and invited them to ask him questions on the official Telegram channel, where he personally responds to all inquiries.

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A ceremony presenting state awards to residents of St. Petersburg for their significant contributions to the development of St. Petersburg was held at Smolny. Governor Alexander Beglov presented the awards to faculty members from three SPbPU institutes.

By order of the President of the Russian Federation, the honorary title of "Honored Worker of Higher Education of the Russian Federation" was awarded to Irina Krasyuk, Doctor of Economics and Professor at the Higher School of Advanced Digital Technologies and the Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering," for her personal achievements in the education and training of scientific and pedagogical personnel.

Receiving this state award is not only a great honor for me, but also a great responsibility, motivating me to continue growing and achieving new goals. I express special gratitude to the university's leadership for creating the conditions for achieving high results, as well as to my colleagues for their constructive interaction and support. I promise to "think ahead" and continue to work for the benefit of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, our beautiful city, and our great country," Irina Anatolyevna said after the award ceremony.

For their outstanding achievements and successes in promoting the development of scientific potential and professional education, the honorary title of "Honored Worker of Higher Education in St. Petersburg" was awarded to Olga Kalinina, Doctor of Economics, Professor, and Director of the Higher School of Industrial Management at the Institute of Economics and Technology (IET), and Nadezhda Krasnova, Doctor of Physics and Mathematics, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Engineering Physics at the Institute of Economics and Technology.

"I truly appreciate the trust placed in me. Polytechnic University is more than just a place of work for me, but a kind of 'second home' and a source of inspiration. I will continue to work and live for the development and prosperity of my beloved university," Olga Vladimirovna shared her impressions.

"I am sincerely grateful to the university and its administration for such a high recognition of my work. This recognition is not only a great honor for me, but also a significant incentive for further professional development and improvement within the walls of our university," Nadezhda Konstantinovna emphasized.

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A meeting with clergy on the topic of "Love, Fidelity, and Family Creation," which is relevant to young people, was held at the State University of Management.

The meeting was opened by Galina Sorokina, Director of the Institute of Economics and Finance at the State University of Management, who noted the importance of preserving traditional family values.

Father Gregory and Father Kirill spoke to the visiting faculty and students about the challenges facing modern society and our country, openly answered questions from the audience, and shared their personal life experiences.

In their speeches, the guests emphasized that one shouldn't fear difficulties on the path to family happiness, because God helps even atheists in good deeds, such as starting a family and having children. The clergy also noted that one shouldn't delay the search for a soulmate, as it's easier for very young people to "get used to" each other, but with age, this becomes almost impossible.

"This meeting reminded us that discussions about love and family aren't boring theory, but a lively and important dialogue. Students and faculty were able to truly listen to each other and the clergy, who touched on topics that resonate with every young person. Father Gregory and Father Kirill shared insights typically reserved for personal advice: why you shouldn't be afraid to start your journey toward family, how important it is to learn to preserve your feelings, and why finding a life partner shouldn't be put off until later. Their answers were sincere, honest, and surprisingly relevant," said Maria Vikulova, a third-year student in the Department of World Economy and International Economic Relations.

As a result of the meeting at the State University of Management, the Pestovsky Circle was founded, named in memory of Nikolai Evgrafovich Pestov, an Orthodox philosopher and professor at the Moscow Institute of Engineering and Economics (now the State University of Management). Through this group, students and faculty at the Institute of Engineering and Economics will be able to continue regular communication with clergy on topics of interest to them.

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A meeting with clergy on the topic of "Love, Fidelity, and Family Creation," a topic relevant to young people, was held at the State University of Management.

The meeting was opened by the director of the Institute of Economics and Finance of the State University Galina Sorokina,…

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