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Polytechnic University student Guo Xinlong is a prize winner of the all-Russian competition "StudRussia"

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Guo Xinlong, a first-year master's student at the Institute of Mechanics and Technology (IMET) in the Trade Business program "Managing Digital Ecosystems in Trade," took second place in the "Conquerors of the Summits" category at the finals of the all-Russian international student competition "StudRussia." The competition finals, held at MISIS University, brought together the most talented international students from Russian universities.

The StudRussia competition, sponsored by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, aims to support students who have achieved significant results in education and science, youth policy, community service, creativity, sports, and volunteerism. This year, over 1,200 applications were submitted, and qualifying rounds were held in all federal districts of the country. A total of 112 students from more than 20 neighboring and non-CIS countries reached the finals.

Guo Xinlong represented SPbPU in the "Conquerors of Peaks" sports category, dedicated to achievements in sports and physical education. He is a winner and runner-up in 3×3 basketball competitions and one of the Polytechnic's most prominent international athletes.

As part of the competition program, the student presented a paper titled "Sport as a Bridge: Russian-Chinese Cooperation at SPbPU," emphasizing the role of sport as a tool for international dialogue and integration at the Polytechnic University.

Olga Voronova, Director of the IPMEIT Higher School of Service and Trade, noted: "International students' participation in such competitive projects is highly significant for the development of the educational environment. This involvement expands opportunities for all participants, stimulates interest in joint initiatives, and emphasizes the fundamental value of international scientific and cultural cooperation. We actively develop such cooperation by implementing specialized programs for international students."

The StudRussia finals featured a rich educational program. Olga Petrova, Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, addressed the participants with parting words. The finalists had the opportunity to speak with her informally and ask pressing questions. Maria Zakharova, Director of the Information and Press Department of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, delivered a lecture entitled "The Value Foundations of Russian Society."

Guo Xinlong shared his impressions of the competition: "This process was quite challenging, but it significantly developed my complex analysis skills and impromptu presentation skills. It's a great honor for me to represent not only our institute, but also, in a sense, my country at the competition. The university's support, the attention of the faculty, and the warm words from everyone who believed in me—these mean a lot. This experience was made possible thanks to the platform the university creates for developing student initiatives. I am sincerely grateful for the opportunity to showcase what our university's students are capable of on a national scale. I will definitely continue to learn, develop, and share my knowledge to justify the trust placed in me."

Guo Xinlong's success in the StudRussia competition demonstrates that sports, education, and culture are truly becoming a universal language of international interaction. "It is especially important for IPMEIT that our international students not only adapt to the educational environment but also become active participants in the university community and champions of Polytechnic University values," shared IPMEIT Director Vladimir Shchepinin.

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Polytechnic University helps train subject teachers at RTSU

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As part of a joint action plan aimed at improving the quality of educational activities at the Russian-Tajik Slavic University (RTSU) and transferring new competencies in the training of professional teaching staff, lecturers from the Polytechnic University conducted classes in three core areas: chemistry, physics, and applied computer science. These included lectures and practical classes for students, as well as professional development courses for the faculty of the RTSU Faculty of Natural Sciences.

The Chemistry module was taught by Irina Bazhenova, Associate Professor at the Institute of Biotechnology and Food Production (IBBS). Six RTSU faculty members and third- and fourth-year chemistry students attended the advanced training course "Modern Approaches to Teaching Natural Sciences."

Lectures and practical classes covered interactive and digital methods, organizing experiments, and preparing schoolchildren for Olympiads, the Basic State Exam (BSE), and the Unified State Exam (USE).

The participants demonstrated a high level of engagement, shared experiences, and gained new knowledge for their teaching work. The course strengthened international ties, promoted the Russian scientific and pedagogical school, and laid the foundation for future collaboration. All six RTSU teachers successfully passed the final assessment.

The "Applied Computer Science" section consisted of lectures and practical classes covering the "Software Engineering" course (a total of 32 hours). The classes were taught by Ivan Selin, Associate Professor of the Higher School of Software Engineering at the Institute of Computer Science and Information Technologies (IKNS). The course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical and methodological foundations of software development, as well as the practical skills necessary for the effective management of software product development processes at all stages of the life cycle. This course is an essential component of training specialists in information technology and software development.

Maxim Lobachev, assistant professor at the Higher School of Mechanics and Control Processes (PhysMech SPbPU), taught 12 third-year students a course on "Continuum Mechanics." Over two weeks, lectures and practical exercises were held using interactive and game-based formats (a total of 36 hours). Three RTSU faculty members also took continuing education courses in the same subject.

Upon completion of the course, students gained in-depth knowledge in the field of continuum mechanics and learned to solve practical problems in mechanics, while instructors gained additional competencies in designing and organizing pedagogical activities in their respective fields.

During the visit, a meeting was also held with Bakhtiyor Gulboev, Head of the Department of Mathematics and Physics, where they discussed current tasks, plans for 2026, and prospects for joint participation in conferences and educational projects.

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Happy New Year 2026!

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Dear colleagues, friends, and partners, I sincerely congratulate you on the upcoming New Year!

The past year was full of important events; we managed to achieve great results and achieve the goals we set for ourselves.

In 2025, a new building for classrooms opened. This modern space provides all the conditions for students to study, work on projects, and engage in creative activities.

Over the past year, research activities have been actively developing in various fields—physics, chemistry, geological exploration, mathematics, biomedicine, artificial intelligence, and others. We have confirmed our position among the leading universities in the Priority 2030 program.

The university is proud of its students—each year they expand their participation in Olympiads, delight us with prizes at international tournaments and competitions, and demonstrate creative and academic success.

Our university continues to develop, improve, and remain a center of attraction for all who strive for knowledge, development, and self-realization.

I thank each of you for your productive work over the 13 years I served as Rector of Novosibirsk State University. Thank you for your perseverance, initiative, and support, as it is thanks to our joint efforts that we have achieved so much. Our university remains the best place to study and work, thanks primarily to our team. I am confident that this will continue to be the case.

May 2026 open up new opportunities and reveal new perspectives. I wish for all of us to not be afraid to set ourselves extraordinary goals, as we achieve more on the way to them. May all our dreams come true, and may life bring joy every day!

With respect and warmest wishes, Mikhail Fedoruk, Rector of Novosibirsk State University

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SPbGASU summarized the year's results in the field of youth policy.

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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.

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International students from the Polytechnic University received awards from the St. Petersburg government.

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Three international students from the Polytechnic University received awards from the St. Petersburg government. The ceremony, held in the historic Smolny building, was conducted by Yevgeny Grigoryev, Chairman of the City Committee for External Relations.

Sofia Yatsenko, a fourth-year student at the Higher School of Biotechnology and Food Production at the Institute of Biotechnology and Food Production (IBBS), was recognized for outstanding scientific achievements. She is studying Biotechnology at the Polytechnic University.

Dmitrii Rusnak, a third-year student at the Higher School of Industrial Management at the Institute of Economics, Management and Transport (IPMET) and Moldova, was awarded for his active social work.

Third-year student of the Higher School of International Relations, Ogultach Rakhimova from Turkmenistan, was awarded an award for creative achievements.

"Polytechnic students not only study, but also create the university's history," noted Dmitry Arsenyev, SPbPU Vice-Rector for International Affairs. "Their victories at the city level demonstrate the highest level of preparation, determination, and talent. We are proud that they represent our university and their countries with dignity, making an invaluable contribution to the academic and cultural life of the Polytechnic and St. Petersburg."

Sofia Yatsenko shared her impressions: "The invitation to the majestic Smolny was a pleasant surprise. It was a joy to see so many talented young people from different countries. Moments like these undoubtedly become some of the most vivid memories of my student years!"

"It's a great honor for me to receive thanks and gifts from the External Relations Committee. Thank you for your attention and support, which inspires me to do even more!" added Ogultach Rakhimova.

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Defense of student projects as part of the Project Activities elective: day two

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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.

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Students from St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU) won prizes at the All-Russian Dictation in English.

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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!

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"Box of Courage": Polytechnic University Gifts Children a New Year's Miracle

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Polytechnic students congratulated children undergoing treatment in the surgical department of the St. Petersburg Research Institute of Phthisiopulmonology on the upcoming holiday. This initiative has been held at the university for four years now, as it's always a pleasure to bring joy to children in need.

More than ten "boxes of courage" were sent to the children. Over the course of several weeks, caring Polytechnic staff and students brought toys, books, puzzles, coloring books, pencils, markers, play dough, and much more to the collection points. The gifts were for all ages, as both toddlers and adults are undergoing treatment. Everyone was able to find something they loved. In addition to the gifts, every child received sweets.

Father Frost distributed gifts in the wards, and the remaining ones were placed in the medical offices. This helps children feel calmer during procedures and gives them courage.

"I always participate in such events. I want children to never cry or get sick. There are no other people's children; they are all ours. I believe such events are important and necessary for both adults and children. But, again, I would like doctors, especially pediatricians, to have as little work as possible. Positive emotions always have a positive effect on mood and instill confidence, especially in children," noted Svetlana Sharova, Leading HR Specialist in the HR Department.

In addition to Father Frost, gifts were distributed by the Public Relations Department, the Director of the Higher School of Power Engineering and the head of the System Engineering student design bureau, Alena Aleshina, and Polytechnic University hockey players—IFCST postgraduate student Yaroslav Abornev and IPMEiT master's student Evgeny Poltanov.

The staff of the SPbPU Human Resources Directorate collected the most gifts, becoming the campaign's record-breakers.

"I think this is a wonderful initiative! The number of gifts clearly shows that we have caring people at our university, ready to give others positive emotions and support during difficult times. Since one of the boxes is always located near our office, we see how quickly they fill up. "Children who receive these gifts will continue to believe in miracles and will receive the positive emotions they need for a speedy recovery," shared Karina Rachenko, Head of Human Resources.

Ekaterina Borodina, Head of the Department for Academic and Teaching Staff, commented on the importance of this campaign: "It's very important for us to help people, to not pass by, and to not remain indifferent to each other. The Box of Courage is a wonderful opportunity to support children, give them small joys, and bring a smile to their faces. Children value attention and belief in miracles! We're always happy to be part of a great, good cause."

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National security issues were discussed at the Polytechnic University

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The Polytechnic University held its traditional annual legal forum, POLYLEX. This year, the forum was timed to coincide with the 500th anniversary of the Northern Sea Route's development. The key event was the plenary session of the 11th All-Russian Scientific and Practical Conference with International Participation, "Current Issues of Ensuring National Security."

Polytechnicians, representatives of law enforcement agencies and the judicial system, legislative and executive authorities at all levels, the real sector of the economy, and the scientific community of the CIS gathered in the Polytechnic's Main Building.

Opening the meeting, Dmitry Mokhorov, Director of the Higher School of Law and STE, emphasized: "The Polytechnic University has historically fostered legal education, inextricably linked to national security issues. As Maxim Pasholikov, Vice-Rector for Information, Youth Policy, and Security at SPbPU, noted at Lawyer's Day in the White Hall, a close relationship between engineers and lawyers is crucial at all times. And here, the Polytechnic University is ahead of the curve, advancing the trend of high-quality, cutting-edge education."

Ivan Mushket, Deputy Head of the Secretariat of the IPA CIS Council, conveyed welcoming remarks from Secretary General Dmitry Kobitsky to the event participants and specifically highlighted the role of the Polytechnic University and the scientific discourses held within its walls in the development of modern legal science.

Alexey Zinchuk, a member of the 7th St. Petersburg Legislative Assembly, noted the importance and necessity of annual legal events: the "Problems of Law in Modern Russia" conference and the POLYLEX Polytechnic Legal Forum, for developing students—future lawyers—as professionals who will be responsible for the development of our country.

Cybersecurity was the focus of the plenary session. Sberbank representatives Natalia Eroshenko (Head of Corporate Business and Government Relations at the Legal Department of Sberbank's North-West Bank) and Pavel Glukhov, Head of Retail Business Protection, addressed the topic. The experts presented a report titled "Challenging Transactions Influenced by Fraudsters."

Also speaking at the conference were Alexander Smirnov, Head of the Forensic Science Department of the Investigative Directorate of the Investigative Committee of Russia for the Lipetsk Region, and Vasilina Brusentseva, Associate Professor of the Department of Civil Law and Procedure at the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration (Lipetsk Branch). Nikita Yakovlev, Head of the Department of Criminal and Civil Law at Lipetsk State Technical University, presented a report titled "Cybersecurity of Minors: Modern Threats and Effective Protection."

Speakers from Uzbekistan, Armenia, and Belarus joined via video link.

Vladimir Mikhailov, Senior Prosecutor of the Criminal and Judicial Department of the Leningrad Region Prosecutor's Office, addressed cybersecurity issues and shared the prosecutor's office's best practices in this area. He also cited several successful cases based on collaboration between law enforcement agencies and the scientific community to apprehend criminals.

This year's special guests were Diana Zholudeva, Pavel Skakun, Darya Vashko, Alexander Belov, and Alexey Chumovitsky, representatives of the Scientific and Practical Center of the State Forensic Examination Committee of the Republic of Belarus. They shared their experience in developing forensic examination in Belarus and praised the work of the Polytechnic University in developing forensic science activities through the Higher School of Law and Forensic Technical Examination. They outlined further plans for collaboration, joint publications, and development of a methodological framework.

In addition to the plenary session, other important events were held at the university: a scientific and practical conference on "Counteracting Corruption," a student and school conference on "The Constitution—the Foundation of the State's Legal System," master classes on forensic expertise in law enforcement, and a moot court.

"POLYLEX is gaining momentum every year," noted event participants. "It's no longer just a small-scale legal forum at the Polytechnic University, but a significant international event in its own right."

The forum featured an exhibition of scientific, educational, and methodological works on jurisprudence and forensic examination. A collection of abstracts will be published following the forum's results. The best articles will be included in a special issue of the interdisciplinary scientific journal "Current Problems of Science and Practice" (RSCI).

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The first internship for teachers in local government bodies of St. Petersburg has concluded at the Polytechnic University.

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In December, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University completed a pilot project to provide internships for teachers in local government bodies. "Open Municipality: Best Practices in St. Petersburg."

The internship program was implemented jointly with the Council of Municipalities of St. Petersburg, which celebrated its 20th anniversary on December 17. The long-standing collaboration between the Council and the Polytechnic University is aimed at developing the human resources potential of municipal services, implementing modern management practices, and improving the quality of training for local government specialists.

The purpose of the internship was to improve and enhance the professional skills of teachers in the field of local government, as well as to integrate current municipal management practices into the university's educational process.

As part of the program, participants studied the theoretical foundations of local self-government in the Russian Federation and St. Petersburg, including the regulatory and financial aspects of local government activities. They analyzed the practices of St. Petersburg municipalities in the areas of public improvement, public relations, interdepartmental collaboration, the use of information and analytical technologies, and the development of leisure, sports, and educational initiatives.

The event was attended by teachers of the Higher School of Public and Municipal Administration of the Institute of Meteorology and Technology, as well as heads of municipalities and representatives of the Council of Municipalities of St. Petersburg, including: Deputy Executive Director of the Council of Municipalities of St. Petersburg Yulia Slav, Head of the MO "Akademicheskoe" Igor Pyzhik, Head of the MA MO "Akademicheskoe" Elena Korotkova, Head of the MO "Liteyny Okrug" Pavel Daynyak, Member of the Youth Council of the MO "Liteyny Okrug" Andrey Zaretsky, Head of the Department of Improvement of the MA VMO SPb MO "Polyustrovo" Mikhail Artemenok, Chief Specialist of the Department of Improvement of the MA VMO SPb MO "Polyustrovo" Anton Baranov, Deputy Director of the MKU "Improvement Service" of the MO "Vasilievsky" Anastasia Zakimatova.

The work was conducted using the "World Café" technology. Participants developed solutions to key municipal development issues, such as landscaping, organizing interdepartmental cooperation, and building effective dialogue with the public.

Following the discussions, three comprehensive projects were developed, providing for the full implementation of the principle of subsidiarity, a clearer distribution of powers among government bodies, the creation of a unified information environment with elements of artificial intelligence, the implementation of lean management principles in the activities of local government bodies, and the development of practice-oriented interdisciplinary educational programs in the field of urban management.

The "Open Municipality" project is an important step toward bringing the university closer to real-world management practices. "It's crucial for us that faculty have the opportunity to directly interact with local governments, understand the current needs of their territories, and translate this practical experience into the educational process. This format of collaboration improves the quality of training and develops students' practical understanding of the modern urban governance system," said Maxim Ivanov, IPMEIT Deputy Director for Promising Projects and Youth Policy.

At the end of the event, the participants summarized the results of the pilot internship and agreed on further development of their cooperation. Plans include developing methodological recommendations for key areas of local government activity, implementing joint educational programs, promoting municipal service, and launching the next phase of the project—"Open Municipality 2.0."

Internship participants—HSSU lecturers Yulia Slav, Igor Pyzhik, and Pavel Daynyak—were awarded certificates of completion from the Council of Municipalities of St. Petersburg.

The "Open Municipality" internship has become an effective platform for professional dialogue between representatives of municipalities and the university community. It's important for us not only to share best practices from St. Petersburg's local governments but also to collaborate with the university to develop modern approaches to training specialists for municipal service. I am confident that the results of this internship will find practical application both in the educational process and in the activities of the city's municipalities," noted Yulia Slav, Deputy Executive Director of the Council of Municipalities of St. Petersburg.

By the end of January, the participants will be developing teaching materials for the subjects taught, based on the data obtained during the internship. Real-life cases and best municipal practices will be incorporated into the training of specialists for local governments. A collection of best practices from St. Petersburg municipalities is also planned for publication.

Participating in the "Open Municipality" internship allowed me to gain a fresh perspective on the work of local government in St. Petersburg. Live interaction with municipal leaders, analysis of real-life management cases, and joint project work provided valuable practical insights that will soon be integrated into the educational process. This format of interaction between the university and municipalities makes the training of future specialists more practical and responsive to modern requirements, shared Tamara Selentyeva, Associate Professor at the Graduate School of Public Administration.

The implementation of the "Open Municipality" project opens new horizons for collaboration between the Polytechnic University and the city's municipalities, strengthens the connection between education and practice, and improves the quality of training for local government personnel.

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