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The opening ceremony of the joint international project marathon "Reconstruction of Industrial Facilities Using V.G. Shukhov's Spatial Structures" was held at the Institute of Civil Engineering of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. It was organized by the Institute of Civil Engineering and the Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology. It will run from March 13 to June 22, 2026.

The Project Marathon is an interdisciplinary educational event that brings together students and experts from across the globe to collaborate on a challenging project. Students, as part of international teams, will develop a concept for the renovation of an industrial site in Xi'an, including architectural and structural solutions for historically valuable industrial sites using designs by the distinguished Russian engineer Vladimir Shukhov.

Vladimir Grigorievich Shukhov was the first in the world to calculate and create suspended and arched latticed spatial roofs, pioneering a new direction in construction. The buildings constructed according to his designs in the late 19th and early 20th centuries remain relevant today, retaining an aesthetically perfect and contemporary appearance. Vladimir Shukhov constructed buildings of this new type in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Sevastopol, Vyksa, Maykop, Kronstadt, and elsewhere.

The Russian side was represented by Dmitry Arsenyev, Vice-Rector for International Affairs at SPbPU; Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Institute of Civil Engineering; Margarita Perkova, Director of the Higher School of Design and Architecture; Mikhail Romanov, Responsible for International Affairs at the Institute of Scientific Research; Elena Ladik and Alena Sheremet, Associate Professors at the Higher School of Design and Architecture; Alexandra Zatsepina, Senior Lecturer at the Higher School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction; Natalia Braila, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Hydraulic and Power Engineering; and students from the Institute of Civil Engineering.

The Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology was represented by Li Yueyan, Director of the Belt and Road Initiative Joint Laboratory; Dang Yutian, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Architecture; Zhao Jingzhu, Vice Dean of the Faculty of International Education; Chen Jing, Director of the Academic Committee and Chief Master Class Instructor; Wu Guanyu, Deputy Director of the Faculty of Architecture; and Li Tao and Chen Yalan, Master Class Instructors.

Dmitry Arsenyev, Marina Petrochenko, and Li Yueyan delivered welcoming remarks. The key stages of the project's implementation were presented. The first introductory lecture, "Shukhov's Projects: Towers and Roofs," was dedicated to the architect's creative path and professional legacy, and was given by Elena Ladik, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Design and Architecture.

The marathon is held in a hybrid format, including online lectures and seminars led by faculty from both universities. A total of 40 students from Russia and China and six faculty mentors are participating in the project.

A key stage of the marathon will be a field trip to the design site in Xi'an, scheduled for April 9–15, 2026, and organized with the support of the Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology. This will allow students to get to know each other better, gather the necessary data for their work, and gain valuable experience from their Chinese colleagues.

Polytechnic has been successfully using this format for a long time andhas been organizing student project marathons since 2018 In collaboration with international universities, students from different countries are brought together in intercultural teams to solve real-world engineering problems. This format allows them not only to apply their knowledge in practice but also to learn how to work in an international professional environment.

The marathon's results will be summarized at final presentations, which will be held remotely. Participants will present their projects and receive feedback from experts from both countries.

The marathon participants face a challenging and at the same time highly ambitious task. This is a unique opportunity to demonstrate engineering courage, following the example of Vladimir Shukhov, and to test their ability to work in an international team. I am confident that for students from Russia and China, this marathon will not only be an important educational experience, but also a true youth laboratory for engineering ideas, another step toward creating new engineering solutions that will combine the traditions of outstanding past masters with the technologies of the future and will be beneficial for our two leading engineering universities—the Polytechnic University and the Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology," noted Dmitry Arsenyev.

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The opening of the "Eutektika" exhibition, featuring contemporary metal, sound, and media artists, took place at the Catherine Public Assembly building. The project explores themes of self-knowledge and inner transformation.

Graduates of the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU) majoring in "Technology of Artistic Materials Processing" played a key role in organizing and hosting the exhibition:

Alena Ivanova (class of 2024) is the project's art director; Polina Reshetnikova (class of 2025) is the curator; Anna Mokhnatkina (class of 2025) is the graphic designer.

The artists include graduates and students of the IMMiT program "Technology of Artistic Processing of Materials":

Varvara Levina (class of 2023); Alisa Glekler (3rd year student of HSE University of Physical and Technical Medicine); Polina Reshetnikova (class of 2025); Anastasia Maksimova (3rd year student of HSE University of Physical and Technical Medicine); Sofia Samsonova (2nd year student of HSE University of Physical and Technical Medicine).

The exhibition's title refers to the physics term "eutectic" (from the Greek εὔτηκτος, meaning easily melting), which refers to a mixture of metals that contains both solid and liquid parts and melts at a minimal temperature. In the exhibition, metal is presented not simply as a material, but as a living medium of change. Heating, stress, deformation, and the acquisition of a new structure become a metaphor for human experience.

Physical work with metal requires the same patience and strength as the complex process of finding one's own truth, the organizers note.

The exhibition is located at 88-90 Griboyedov Canal Embankment. It will be open until March 28, Wednesday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Saturdays from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Age limit: 12.

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A free trip to Kazan with friends? It's real! The SPbPU History Museum is launching its traditional student competition, "Do You Know the History of Your Alma Mater?" Gather a team, test your knowledge of Polytechnic University history, and compete for cool prizes.

Teams of two to five people can participate – first- to third-year undergraduate and specialist students.

Applications will be accepted from March 16 to 29.

Prizes for competition participants

1st place – a trip to Kazan for the entire team 2nd place – a trip to Kholomki 3rd place – souvenirs from the Polytechnic University

To register, write a private message tomuseum group on the social network VKontakte.

Gather a team and test how well you know the history of the Polytechnic University.

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Scientists from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University have created a new computer program for selecting frost-resistant building materials. The algorithm selects the most durable compounds for equipment design and building construction. RIA Novosti.

Some regions have special requirements for construction materials. The Arctic region, for example, is one such example. What works well in the temperate zone can quickly fail in the Far North, explained Igor Ilyin, Director of the Higher School of Business Engineering at the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

There are tens of thousands of materials, each with its own advantage. For example, materials for locks must be corrosion-resistant, while drill bits must be highly hard. However, a single superior characteristic often means that the other material parameters will be average or lower.

Polytechnic University scientists have created a computer program that will help select the most suitable frost-resistant materials for Arctic equipment. According to them, the algorithm is not a reference book, but an intelligent add-on that identifies which specific parts and components require specific materials in Arctic conditions.

The program's operating principle can be compared to the work of an experienced materials scientist, who not only stores the characteristics of numerous polymers but also knows precisely which one is optimal for a specific task in extreme cold conditions. The system analyzes the component's requirements and suggests a solution that ensures maximum reliability and durability, explained Nina Trifonova, assistant professor at the IPMEIT Graduate School of Business Engineering.

The specialist added that the algorithm focused primarily on polymeric materials. Using a "smart cookbook," the Polytechnic researchers were able to translate the complex physical and chemical properties of polymers into language understandable to design engineers.

Let's say a plastic plug fails on an Arctic oil and gas platform. Normally, it would take weeks to get a new part, the material for which is developed by chemists. With our program, an on-site engineer can consult the database, instantly select the correct polymer composition, and 3D print the part right there on the platform. This significantly reduces repair time," explained Nina Trifonova.

In the future, scientists plan to incorporate "images"—digital twins—of materials into the program so that it can predict how a specific part will behave during long-term use.

The study was supported by grant No. 23-78-10190 from the Russian Science Foundation.

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Students from the Institute of Marketing at the State University of Management participated in a roundtable discussion titled "Donor Actions in the Context of the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia," which took place at LG Electronics' Moscow office ahead of the company's 120th Donor Day under the auspices of the National Healthcare Development Fund.

The event brought together representatives of different nationalities and ages, including students, LG employees, and representatives of public organizations.

The meeting was opened by the company's Senior PR/ESG Director, Tatyana Shakhnes, who recently visited the State University of Management to deliver a lecture. She introduced the participants to LG's 17-year history of good deeds, the diverse formats of its blood drives, and emphasized the importance of engaging opinion leaders to promote its ideas.

Elena Stefanyuk, Director of the National Healthcare Development Fund and Deputy Chair of the Coordinating Council for Blood and Bone Marrow Donation under the Civic Chamber of Russia, served as the honorary chair of the meeting. The expert discussed the importance of blood and bone marrow donation, as well as key initiatives and nationwide events, including those dedicated to the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia.

During the roundtable discussion, participants presented the national and ethnocultural characteristics of their regions: family traditions, cultural codes, symbols, and tourist attractions.

Following the meeting, GUU students and LG representatives discussed various options for holding Blood Donor Day. Particular attention was paid to organizing the event, informing students about the importance of blood donation, and attracting as many participants as possible.

As a reminder, the traditional Blood Donor Day was held at GUU on March 16, and Health Week is being held at our university from March 16 to 20.

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FIT, the developer of the lsFusion ERP 4R system, and the State University of Management have entered into a long-term partnership agreement to train students at the Institute of Information Systems.

The agreement provides for joint work to improve the teaching of specialized disciplines, organize internships, and ensure the relevance and practical application of students' project activities, which contribute to the development and support of their professional competencies for the purpose of developing a future career in the IT industry.

Students will be given access to expertise in the open-source business application development platform lsFusion. A key element of the training will be a lecture course devoted to the platform's architecture and capabilities. Students will learn the basics of programming in the eponymous language and become familiar with the modular open-source MyCompany system, designed to automate a wide range of business processes for small and medium-sized trading, manufacturing, and construction companies.

Students of the Institute of Information Systems (IIS) will gain practical experience in developing and implementing IT solutions, as well as the opportunity to explore a domestic alternative to imported information systems.

This collaboration will thus form the basis for educational initiatives, promote the digitalization of education and business, and help young people successfully integrate into the world of high management technologies.

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On March 17, the State University of Management held its traditional Career Day, where students could learn about current employment opportunities directly from employers.

More than 30 organizations participated in the event, each ready to share their work experience and talk about vacancies and internship programs.

Students personally interacted with company representatives, asked questions, and learned more about employment prospects after graduation or during their studies.

The VTB Bank booth generated particular interest, offering traditional souvenirs like pens, stickers, and cardholders, as well as more expensive prizes like backpacks, lunchboxes, and portable chargers, for completing tasks of varying difficulty. Pyaterochka's activities, where players could spin a wheel and win an edible gift, were also popular.

Representatives of the "I'm in Business" project took an original approach to participation: in order to receive souvenirs, they asked the children to formulate ideas for projects that solve a real-life problem.

In addition to communicating with employers, each student could receive career advice from staff at the Career and Practical Training Center at the State University of Management.

In addition, as part of Career Day, a cooperation agreement was signed between the State University of Management and the Moscow City Center for Professional and Career Development.

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On March 17, the State University of Management and the Moscow City Center for Professional and Career Development signed a cooperation agreement.

The document was signed by Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of the State University of Management, and Evgeny Andrienko, Director of the Center.

"We've been implementing joint projects for several years now, and thanks to this agreement, we'll be able to expand our areas of collaboration. For example, the Student Parliamentary Clubs, where students excel, and the first graduates who participated in the project already hold quite high positions. We have a number of projects aimed at identifying leaders in various fields, because they aren't always bright activists; sometimes even quiet students begin to skyrocket after graduation," Vladimir Stroyev shared his observations.

Vice-Rector of the State University of Management Pavel Pavlovsky spoke about his work with the KVN movement and young people in general.

"It's important to understand that KVN has long been more than just a game, but a mass youth movement that has a significant impact on its participants. For five years now, we've been organizing the "KVN – School of Leaders" forum, where we discuss how to integrate the movement into various areas of public life. And in 2025, the KVN Scientific and Methodological Center opened at the State University of Management," said Pavel Pavlovsky.

In turn, representatives of the Moscow City Center for Professional and Career Development expressed gratitude for the high-quality training provided to students and graduates of the State University of Management, many of whom they work with.

The parties agreed to cooperate in the area of educational and scientific development, including internships and practical training, employment of students and specialists, and the implementation of joint projects and events.

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The Harmony Volunteer Project Center hosted an open dialogue, "Women's Courage and Compassion," dedicated to the role of women and volunteers at the front and in the home front. The event brought together students, volunteers, community leaders, veterans, participants of the Special Military Forces, and humanitarian volunteers.

“War has an unwomanly face” is a phrase that has become a symbol of how unnatural war is for women and how great their sacrifice is.

A woman's heroism is a quiet act of bravery that saves the world when it collapses. The meeting discussed the power of compassion and the strength of character. In war, a woman is a soldier, a sister, and the very hope of life.

Valentina Kanivetskaya, a UAV operator and navigator with the call sign "Sakura," shared her experience: "I volunteered for the front to protect my children and my homeland. Serving in a UAV may seem easy, like playing with a joystick, but in reality, it's a daily grind: equipment delivery, camouflage, topography, and so on. Innovation never stands still, and it's always necessary to learn and develop."

Her position was supported by her husband, reconnaissance group commander and head of the unmanned systems service, Bohdan Kanivetsky, call sign "Shogun": Having UAV operators operating in a specific combat zone significantly simplifies missions. This includes not only engaging the enemy with fire without unnecessary personnel losses, but also reconnaissance and participating in humanitarian missions—for example, delivering water, medicine, and food packages to hard-to-reach areas.

During an open and honest discussion, special attention was paid to the role of humanitarian volunteers, whose work is also crucial in helping people and supporting military personnel.

Volunteers and humanitarian mission workers are a special category of heroines whose heroism often remains less publicized, but no less significant.

The home front is the second front. Volunteer work of humanitarian mission volunteers, headquarters

For 4 years, the SVO volunteers-polytechnicians within the framework of the activities of the student Headquarters

The event also included a humanitarian aid donation from the Youth Council of the Leningrad Region House of Friendship. Participants decided to contribute to the general humanitarian aid collection being held at the Polytechnic University Volunteer Projects Center.

I'm glad to be back at the Polytechnic. We once opened the first student headquarters here together with "Harmony."

Elena Rodina, a physician, volunteer for the SVO humanitarian missions, a reserve officer, and the head of the civil society "Help for Fighters," spoke to students about medical care and humanitarian support.

Other speakers also took an active part in the discussion of issues of patriotism, volunteerism, and support for military personnel:

Sergey Skoriantov is a veteran of the Air Defense Forces, served in the separate detachment "Night Wolves" of the international brigade "Pyatnashka", took part in the liberation of Avdiivka, deputy chief of staff of the regional branch of the All-Russian Public Movement "Yunarmiya" in St. Petersburg; Anzhelika Kanayan is a volunteer of humanitarian missions of the Air Defense Forces, emergency situations, awarded the medal "For Faith and Loyalty", the award "For significant contribution to the provision of volunteer assistance to participants in the Special Military Operation and residents of the Donetsk and Luhansk People's Republics", head of the youth club "Unconquered Frontier" of the Teenage and Youth Center "LIGOVO"; Alexander German is a participant of the Air Defense Forces, director of the Nevsky Front Charitable Foundation, member of the Association of Veterans of the Air Defense Forces; Nikolai Petrov is a veteran of the SVO, participated in battles as part of the 41st motorized rifle regiment, 72nd motorized rifle division of the 44th army corps, a graduate of the Polytechnic Institute, and a student of the Harmony Center.

During the open discussion, invited guests shared personal stories, discussing their experiences in combat, humanitarian missions, supporting soldiers and civilians, and the role of mutual aid and volunteerism. Particular attention was paid to women's participation in humanitarian work, both at the front and in the home front, their strength of character, and their ability to maintain humanity even in the most difficult circumstances.

Nikolai Petrov noted that as a student at the Polytechnic University, he always tried to be active and participated in many volunteer activities. This helped him during combat missions. Nikolai volunteered for the front, fully aware and conscious that this decision would change his life forever. He also noted the importance of letters, talismans, and toys that soldiers receive at the front along with humanitarian aid: Sometimes this link to the outside world, to civilian life, has incredible power, motivating them to go into battle, live, and survive. Every soldier has such talismans, which they keep close to their chest.

The students asked the heroes questions. They discussed why and how people can get involved in volunteer work today. Representatives of partner organizations and volunteer associations joined the discussion, including members of veterans' organizations, volunteer rescuers, and the student squad of the All-Russian Student Rescue Corps (VSKS).

Such encounters remind us that kindness, support, and mutual responsibility are an important part of the university community and society at large. Darya Shanina, leader of the VSKS student brigade at the Polytechnic University, described her impressions: "That day at the Polytechnic University was truly warm and poignant. We listened to those who know about the VSKS firsthand. Looking at the fragile young women, volunteers, and veterans, you catch yourself wondering: how do they manage to contain so much strength, tenderness, and willingness to help? For us, VSKS volunteers, this conversation was special—the guests' stories made us realize anew that true patriotism lives in the heart, and compassion requires no less courage. It was touching, as they spoke of their connection to their homeland, that being a defender is not only a man's role, and that such encounters change us, making us purer and more humane.

The students were deeply impressed by the open, simple, and honest conversation. Grigory Silivirov, a student at the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade at SPbPU, shared his impressions: "The event, which focused on women's courage during a special military operation, was a truly profound revelation for me. Thanks to the guests who helped our soldiers, I realized how vital the support of ordinary citizens is during such difficult times. What struck me most was that a humanitarian volunteer, a fragile woman with a C, D, and E driver's license, had to travel to the front line to transport humanitarian aid. I'm very glad that our people are helping the soldiers. I'm sure this motivates the soldiers to fight for their homeland."

IPMEiT student Evgeny Efimov added about the significance of such events: "The meeting was heartfelt, which was unexpected for me. We heard stories from the war zone firsthand. The importance of such events cannot be overstated. These are real stories of real heroes and true patriots of their homeland. One such hero for me was Elena Rodina, a volunteer in the deep rear, providing humble soldiers with everything they needed. Sleeping less than four hours a night and constantly being in danger couldn't sow doubt in her: 'Why am I doing this?' The meeting demonstrated the importance of both sides, both those on the front lines and those on the home front, including women. This inspires respect and pride for the country."

The meeting concluded with creative performances by students of the Humanities Institute, who perform in hospitals as part of the university headquarters volunteer group.

During difficult times, civic solidarity and a willingness to help others become a crucial part of public support. And our Harmony slogan has been relevant since 2017: "Together we can do more!" notes the Center's director, Tatyana Nam.

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