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On November 17 and 18, 2025, the 7th All-Russian Forum "Advanced Digital and Manufacturing Technologies" was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. The annual expert event was organized by SPbPU's Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering."

Traditionally, the forum has become a platform for systematic discussions on current topics of digital transformation in industry, the application of advanced digital and manufacturing technologies, the implementation of knowledge-intensive R&D commissioned by and for high-tech enterprises, the formation of inter-industry and cross-market consortia, and the discussion of new, effective business models in the face of uncertainty and changing economic and geopolitical realities.

This annual event is important for our university and, I hope, significant for the entire expert community. This year, in particular, has seen the country begin implementing an updated strategy for scientific and technological development, and the national development goals for Russia have been formulated—technological leadership and the creation of a sustainable and dynamic economy. Several large-scale state projects and programs are aimed at achieving these goals. One of the most significant for us is the updated "Priority 2030" program, which sets a course for technological leadership, noted SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy.

The forum began with a plenary session, where Alexey Borovkov, chief designer of the key scientific and technological development area at SPbPU, "System Digital Engineering," and director of the SPbPU "Digital Engineering" School, read a welcome address from Valery Falkov, Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.

Importantly, the forum's thematic tracks, focused on systems digital engineering, new materials, and artificial intelligence, are fully aligned with the strategic priorities of Russia's scientific and technological development. Discussing current issues in engineering education, digital transformation of industry, and regulatory frameworks will facilitate the development of concrete solutions and the identification of new growth areas, the minister stated in his welcoming address.

The plenary session was moderated by Alexander Fertman, Director of the Department of Science, Technology, and Education at the Skolkovo Foundation.

In his address, Vladimir Knyaginin, Vice Governor of St. Petersburg, highlighted key trends in engineering development and current requirements for engineering training. Vladimir Dozhdev, Director of the Digital Technologies Department of the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade, also presented a report at the plenary session, "On State Support for the Implementation of Digital Technologies in Industry." Alexander Ivanovsky, General Designer of Power Machines JSC, spoke about the development of the company's product line using digital technologies. Viktor Duranichev, Deputy General Director for Digital Engineering at Centrotech-Engineering LLC, presented a report, "On the Joint Activities of the SPbPU PSI and Centrotech-Engineering."

Alexey Borovkov, in turn, provided a detailed account of Polytechnic University's activities in his report, "Systems Digital Engineering—the Foundation for Ensuring Russia's Technological Leadership."

The report presented the results of the SPbPU's Digital Engineering School's activities, the development of the key scientific and technological area of "Systemic Digital Engineering" based on a qualified partnership model, analyzed the markets for digital twin technologies, artificial intelligence, and systemic digital engineering, and described significant groundwork for the implementation of a specialized business process for digital certification of products and systems in the high-tech industry.

In addition, an open meeting of the Technet working group of the National Technology Initiative was held at the forum.

Alexey Borovkov presented key results of the SPbPU Technet Infrastructure Center's program for 2022–2025 and drew the audience's attention to the center's extensive expert and analytical work, which contributes, among other things, to improving the regulatory framework to remove barriers hindering the development and implementation of advanced technological solutions.

At the roundtable discussion "Digital Engineering in the Oil and Gas Industry. Digital Engineering—An Inevitable Step in the Energy Sector," participants emphasized the special role of digital twin technology in the petrochemical and other energy industries. The importance of human resources was raised, as was the need to accelerate the development of world-class competencies among industry specialists to effectively implement new technologies in production.

The roundtable discussion "The Digital Educational Environment of the University of the Future: Integrating Education, Science, Business, and Technology" explored key areas for transforming educational platforms, including the implementation of artificial intelligence and data analytics, the development of individualized educational pathways, and the role of strategic partnerships between universities and IT and EdTech companies.

An expert discussion on the challenges of implementing artificial intelligence tools in the real industrial sector took place at the roundtable discussion "Strong Artificial Intelligence in Industry."

On the second day of the forum, plenary sessions dedicated to engineering analysis software being developed in Russia were held with the participation of the SPbPU PSI and the Computational Mechanics Laboratory (CompMechLab®)—a strategic partner of the SPbPU PSI and one of the main developers and general distributors of the CML-Bench® Digital Platform for the Development and Application of Digital Twins. As is now tradition, speakers at the forum's plenary sessions included specialists from leading Russian vendors, such as TESIS LLC, Fidesis LLC, Computational Mechanics LLC, KADFlo LLC, ASCON JSC, LS-Technologies LLC, and others. This year, the engineering software sessions were held with the wide participation of representatives from key members of the RazvITie IT consortium.

During the sessions, key updates and functional capabilities of new releases of the CML-Bench® digital platform for the development and application of digital twins and partner software products were presented.

One of the forum's key events was the roundtable discussion "UAS Certification." The discussion focused on the practical challenges faced by industry participants, including the excessively long timeframes and high costs of equipment certification.

The complementarity and tight integration of streaming data processing, machine learning, predictive analytics, and digital modeling to solve complex optimization and automation problems in industry, energy, transportation, and healthcare were discussed at the session "Application of Modern Methods and Technologies in Systems Engineering and Digital Modeling."

The event program included 17 roundtables and 25 sessions. In total, the forum brought together over 350 representatives from industrial organizations, private businesses, public development institutions, the education system, government agencies, and scientific and educational institutions—all those directly involved in shaping the current scientific, technical, and industrial agenda aimed at ensuring Russia's intellectual, technological, and economic sovereignty, achieving national development goals of technological leadership, and creating a sustainable and dynamic economy.

The forum was held with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, grant to support projects to popularize science and technology as part of the Decade of Science and Technology.

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Dear colleagues! Dear friends!

Congratulations on Higher Education Teachers' Day!

Today we pay tribute to all who have dedicated their lives to the noble work of teaching.

The educational outcome depends primarily on the teacher, his or her compassion, professionalism, and life wisdom.

It is not enough to equip a student with knowledge; it is necessary to inspire them, help them find their own path in the profession, and develop civic consciousness.

This is precisely the calling of teaching, which requires complete dedication – I know this firsthand.

In turn, a teacher's greatest reward is their students' victories, their professional growth, and their success in life. I sincerely wish that your students are worthy of you.

It's difficult to overestimate your contribution to achieving technological leadership. The country's economic strength and independence directly depend on the training of professional personnel and the development of our leading scientific schools.

It's crucial that the teaching community is being renewed. More than a quarter of our faculty today are young scientists who are ready to invest their energy and talent in nurturing new generations of creators and builders.

In turn, the Russian Ministry of Education and Science will continue to create favorable conditions for teaching. Many of our flagship programs, such as Priority 2030, advanced engineering schools, and the campus construction program, are aimed at this end.

Teachers are the backbone of the national higher education system. They are the ones who shape the country's future in their classrooms and labs.

Thank you, dear colleagues, for your daily work and I wish you continued success, creative inspiration, prosperity and health.

All the best to you!

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On November 17, the State University of Management's expeditionary corps celebrated its first anniversary. About a hundred students and representatives of the expeditionary corps' partners gathered in the Business Center to review the past period and discuss their plans and prospects for the future.

The meeting was opened by Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of the State University of Management, who emphasized the importance of participating in expeditions for developing management skills.

"I'm truly delighted that our university has established an expeditionary corps, as its work is largely volunteer and heartfelt. Moreover, it's a unique experience, an opportunity to get to know your country, its history, its different regions, and its culture. During expeditions, you make lasting friendships, having endured trials together and shared memories. As a student, I traveled extensively through the taiga and the mountains, and I still remember those days fondly," the rector admitted.

To further develop the geography of the expeditions, Vladimir Stroyev, on behalf of the university, signed cooperation agreements with Igor Sin'ko, Executive Director of the Clean Arctic NGO, and Mikhail Butrimov, Director of the Russian Ecosystem NGO. Representatives of these organizations already participated in 2025 in organizing trips for SMU students to the Arctic and the Vyzhegodsky District, respectively.

Vladimir Linnik, head of the GUU expeditionary corps and member of the Russian Geographical Society, spoke about the expeditions that took place in 2024-2025, showed videos of the trips prepared by the students, and shared plans for next year.

Representatives of the organizations that participated in the excursions expressed gratitude to the corps participants and to the State University of Management as a whole.

Mikhail Butrimov noted the high level of responsibility, enthusiasm, and willingness to work under any conditions, both among the GUU students and the faculty who accompanied them to the Vyzhegodsky District to restore the population of endangered plants. Hieromonk Nikon of the Zosima Hermitage, where our students visited approximately 30 times this year, shared his observation that both the expedition participants and the monks were able to understand each other's worldviews and overcome stereotypes. Dmitry Fedoseyev, head of the Clean Arctic volunteer groups, introduced the participants to the project's main activities and potential, and discussed who is suitable for Arctic expeditions.

You can learn more about the expeditionary corps' work and how to join its ranks in the official community.

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A master class on career development for international students was held at the Scientific Library of the State University of Management as part of the Moscow Government's "Start in Moscow" project.

Career Development Center Career Consultant Yana Sorokina and Start in Moscow Coordinator Anastasia Shatilina discussed the benefits of the project, which helps international students find jobs and adapt to a new environment. The speakers noted that the project offers students and young international researchers opportunities to find interesting internships and positions for specialists with varying levels of experience: service representatives support applicants from the moment they submit their applications and maintain ongoing communication with them.

Finally, the participants asked experts about the specifics of job searching in Moscow and received personalized advice on filling out application forms and creating a high-quality resume.

"Start in Moscow" is a free project of the Moscow Government that helps talented foreign nationals find internships, placements, or jobs, as well as adapt to the capital's needs. The project not only meets the talent needs of Moscow companies but also strengthens Russia's international standing.

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As part of the implementation of state policy in higher education, an all-Russian sociological survey will be conducted from November 10 to 21, 2025, to assess awareness of key projects for the development of engineering education and academic leadership.

The purpose of the survey is to examine the level of knowledge about two significant initiatives:

The Advanced Engineering Schools Project of the Priority 2030 Strategic Academic Leadership Program

Your opinion will help us evaluate the effectiveness of communication policy in the field of education and will contribute to its further improvement.

The link for completing the survey will be active on the official website of the State University of Management during the specified period.

The survey is conducted anonymously on the platform of the Federal State Autonomous Institution "Sociocentre" and will take no more than 10-15 minutes.

For all technical questions, please contact the contact center of the Federal State Autonomous Institution "Sociocenter":

Phone: 7 (499) 271-55-72 E-mail: contactcenter@sociocenter.info

We invite our university community to take an active part and clearly express their position!

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Eldar Ryazanov, whose Persian name combined with his Russian surname he himself called an "exotic pun," was born on November 18, 1927. His father, an employee of the Soviet trade mission in Tehran, was repressed when the boy was nine years old. This pain remained forever etched in Eldar Alexandrovich's memory, teaching him to be so sensitive to the suffering of others, and permeated all of his work.

An unexpected incident

After school, Eldar Ryazanov, by his own admission, applied to the Odessa Naval Academy—the sea beckoned him—but never received a response. He applied to VGIK by chance, along with a friend, without even hoping to get in. This chance encounter gave us not a sailor, but a director whose films will become a spiritual touchstone for millions.

It sounds surprising now, but the master of Soviet comedy initially aspired to make serious films. His first major work, the 1954 documentary "Sakhalin Island," was so unsuccessful that a desperate Ryazanov tried to destroy the negative with a hammer. Fortunately, the film was saved. This bitter lesson became his first in mastering the art of rising from a fall.

Flight of creativity

Eldar Ryazanov didn't initially plan to pursue comedy—he dreamed of serious, dramatic films. However, the then director of Mosfilm and Soviet filmmaker Ivan Pyryev managed to change the young director's mind, and this intervention proved fateful.

Few people know that Ryazanov's debut in the light musical genre wasn't the legendary "Carnival Night," but the first Soviet widescreen revue film, "Spring Voices" or "Happy Youth," starring Nadezhda Rumyantseva, co-directed with Sergei Gurov in 1955. Afterward, the talented director was offered his first independent project, to which the insightful Pyryev brought Lyudmila Gurchenko. Thus was born the legendary Lenochka Krylova from "Carnival Night," and the songs "Five Minutes" and "Song of a Good Mood" resounded across the country, becoming anthems of a new era.

Mosfilm: Golden Collection

Ryazanov subsequently directed a whole galaxy of films that became household names: the detective story about the Soviet Robin Hood, "Beware of the Car," the daring "Hussar Ballad" about the brave partisans of the Patriotic War of 1812, the symbol of March 8th, "Office Romance," the satirical "Garage" and "Forgotten Melody for Flute," the tender, lyrical "Station for Two," and, of course, the perennial highlight of the New Year's holidays, "The Irony of Fate, or Enjoy Your Bath!" But a special place in his oeuvre belongs to "Cruel Romance," a virtuoso adaptation of Ostrovsky's "The Dowry," which proved Ryazanov's brilliant work in the dramatic genre as well.

A whole galaxy of stars gathered on its film sets: Larisa Golubkina and Yuri Yakovlev, Andrei Myagkov and Barbara Brylska, Oleg Basilashvili and Lyudmila Gurchenko, Svetlana Nemolyaeva and Alisa Freindlich, Andrei Mironov, Anatoly Papanov, Innokenty Smoktunovsky, Yuri Nikulin, Marina Neyolova and Nikita Mikhalkov – the list is endless.

The irony of life

The legendary director, with his characteristic sense of self-irony, never hid his love of fine cuisine. He understood that he wasn't cut out for a romantic lead. He accepted the fact that he wasn't a good-looking actor, even though women loved him—he was married three times. The director had a very different view of Oleg Basilashvili—the very actor who, according to Ryazanov, perfectly combined aristocratic good looks and remarkable talent. He encouraged Basilashvili to take meticulous care of himself and tirelessly fight his natural tendency to gain weight.

But neither his waistline nor his lack of acting ambition prevented Ryazanov from shining in his own films. He created witty cameos that became the highlights of his films. His role as Professor Smirnovsky in "Garage" was particularly memorable—an unflappable character who slept through a heated meeting of a car dealership while the turmoil raged around him. These small roles became the director's calling card—a subtle, ironic, and always recognizable signature.

Man-planet

Eldar Ryazanov's creative energy extended far beyond cinema. He became the creator and host of the cult Kinopanorama program, and later created over two hundred original programs. Viewers loved his series "Eight Girls, One Me," "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," "Eldar Ryazanov's Parisian Secrets," and the heartfelt "Conversations in the Open Air."

The director's literary legacy is also impressive: his books "The Sad Face of Comedy, or Finally Summed Up," "These Frivolous, Frivolous Films," and the poem cycle "The Departing Nature" reveal to the reader the complex inner world of the master.

Incidentally, the title of this poetry collection became the name of Dmitry Iosifov's nostalgic multi-part melodrama about the everyday lives of Soviet filmmakers. And the creative struggles of the young Ryazanov served as the inspiration for the character in Valery Todorovsky's series "The Thaw": the young director Yegor Myachin, played by Alexander Yatsenko.

Eldar Aleksandrovich also possessed an exceptional poetic gift. He wrote the lyrics to many of the songs in his films—"Song about the Weather," "Love is a Magical Land," "Don't Be Afraid"—although, out of modesty, he often attributed the authorship to others. There's even a well-known case of exquisite directorial revenge: when Andrei Myagkov criticized one of the songs for "Office Romance," Ryazanov stripped the actor of his lines in his next film. According to the script for "Garage," Myagkov's character loses his voice due to stress and communicates through signs for most of his screen time.

In short, from the musical "Carnival Night" to the biopic "Andersen: Life Without Love," every film by Eldar Ryazanov was a revelation. He passed away on November 30, 2015, but his films continue to speak to us about the most important things: love, loneliness, friendship, and simple human happiness. And his legacy lives on—not only in immortal films, poems, and books, but also in the starry sky: one of the minor planets in our solar system bears his name.

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Our own Santa officially found a permanent home in 1999, when Veliky Ustyug in the Vologda Oblast was declared his birthplace. Since 2005, November 18th has been celebrated as his birthday: on this day, theatrical performances are held at the residence of the fairytale lord of winter, and fellow wizards come to visit from various corners of Russia—for example, Pakkaine in Karelia, Tol Babai in Udmurtia, and Yamal Iri in Yamal.

Magical contract

It's worth noting that the concept of Santa Claus isn't just a cultural archetype; it's a brilliant contract between the worlds of reality and magic, a lifelong commitment. Because we all go through three stages of growing up: when we believe in Santa Claus, when we don't, and when we become Santa Claus ourselves.

The first stage is childhood. The world is full of wonders, and goodness comes by magic: for little ones, Father Frost is an absolute reality. A gray-haired wizard who sees their dreams, remembers everyone, and manages to visit millions of homes in a single night. His existence requires no proof—it is felt in the rustle of gift paper, the twinkling of garlands, the smell of hot spicy sbiten, pies, and the inevitable Moscow salad.

The second stage is adolescence. We grow up, unravel the mechanics of New Year's—and it seems to us that the magic has disappeared. We learn that behind the beard is Dad, in the noise on the roof is the wind, and under the tree is Mom's care. Magic seems a deception, and Santa Claus a silly fable for the naive.

But then comes the third stage—we ourselves begin to create New Year's magic for our younger brothers and sisters, nephews, nieces, and our own children. And here's where the most important thing happens: we realize that magic hasn't disappeared. It's simply ceased to be an external force and has become our conscious choice. We now create it ourselves, out of care and attention, which create a true miracle—the fulfillment of a dream. A profound understanding dawns that the adult donning the wizard's mittens is not a deceiver, but a guide who has taken up the baton of creating miracles from a generation of parents and grandparents.

The Story of Winter Magic

The kind and generous wizard we know today was born from the stern lord of cold, who personified the Russian winter cold. In Slavic legends, Moroz was modeled on the formidable spirits of winter—Studenets, Treskun, and Krachun. People tried to appease them with offerings, believing that this would protect the harvest from the bitter cold.

This transformation was largely influenced by the radiant image of the nation's most beloved saint, St. Nicholas. It was from him that the wonderful tradition of secretly bestowing gifts on children originated. The modern image of the wizard began to take shape in 19th-century literature. Vladimir Odoevsky's "Moroz Ivanovich," published in 1840, became a landmark work. His hero, though still stern, was now portrayed as a wise and just elder who rewarded hard work and condemned laziness.

By the beginning of the last century, Father Frost had become firmly established in Christmas traditions. However, after the 1917 Revolution, he, like other archetypes of the "Old World," was banned. The character's rebirth occurred in the mid-1930s, when he returned in a new capacity—as a symbol of the secular New Year.

But his faithful companion, Snegurochka, the snow maiden from folk tales, appeared a little later. Together, they first appeared before children at official New Year's parties in 1935. It was then that New Year's received its canonical design, and the inseparable duo—Father Frost and his granddaughter Snegurochka—were established as the main symbols of the magical New Year.

Visiting a fairy tale

The wizard's modern history took a new turn in 1998 with the launch of the "Velikiy Ustyug – Father Frost's Birthplace" project. It was then that the idea of establishing an official birthday for him emerged. The choice fell on mid-November—the time when the first snow usually falls and frosts set in in the Vologda region, signaling the arrival of winter.

Since its inception, the holiday has acquired vibrant traditions, with Veliky Ustyug invariably remaining the heart of the celebrations. Thousands of guests flock here annually to personally congratulate the birthday boy or girl and immerse themselves in the atmosphere of a winter fairytale. A rich program is prepared for visitors: theatrical shows, folk festivals, fun contests, and winter sports competitions. On this day, Father Frost's New Year's post office opens. You can send a letter with your heart's desires through special postboxes that appear in many cities across the country during the pre-holiday period.

The holiday will come to us

A key moment is the ceremonial lighting of the country's first New Year's tree. The following day, November 19, a special Father Frost train departs from Veliky Ustyug to spread festive cheer throughout Russia. The train features a "Father Frost reception car," a Snow Queen car, a "Fairytale Village," a stage car, a puppet theater car, a refreshment bar, a restaurant, and a souvenir shop. This year, the route, covering over 20,000 kilometers, passes through 70 Russian cities, giving children from across the country the opportunity to meet the main wizard of winter in person.

The fairytale train will make its grand arrival (1) in Moscow on January 2, 2026. For just one day, the capital will host a true winter festival with interactive areas, hot tea, and a meeting with the country's chief wizard. On January 3, the train will move on to Veliky Novgorod and St. Petersburg. And as long as the desire to bring dreams and magic to others lives in our hearts, Father Frost will return every year to bestow upon us the warmth and radiance of a New Year's fairytale.

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In the assembly hall of the State University of Management, cultures and hearts met, united by memories and respect passed down from generation to generation. In the year of the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory, one understands especially deeply the importance of gratitude to our defenders and unity in the face of new challenges.

Olga Petrova, Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Science of Russia, greeted those gathered and said she was pleased to be present at such a grand celebration dedicated to our unity. She remarked, "All of you, each of you, are heroes of your nation. We are many, we are diverse, but this is precisely the strength of our unity, for we are united by the same spiritual and moral values and an understanding of the significance of historical memory. The understanding that the cultural code, the identity ingrained in each of us and passed down from generation to generation, is precisely the connecting thread, the foundation of our sustainable development."

Our honored guest wished the students to always remember the greatness of our homeland, to be proud of it, and to understand that Russia's future depends on each of us. Olga Petrova's final words were drowned out by a standing ovation: "Believe in yourselves, dream, always be an active citizen, and help us solve the important challenges facing the Russian state. And may we succeed!"

The hall also warmly welcomed Biysultan Khamzaev, a deputy of the VIII State Duma from the United Russia party, who first greeted his fellow Dagestani citizens with the traditional "Salam aleikum!", which elicited thunderous applause.

Biysultan Sultanbievich emphasized: “It’s clear that anything cultural is a good thing. And in general, what unites us all is wonderful. We walked through the foyer and saw how the children had prepared for the festival: the food, the costumes, the flags. It’s wonderful that we want to showcase the best we have, our greatest strengths. But most of all, I like your festival slogan: ‘Hero of His People.’ You’ve emphasized what truly unites us all. Next year has been designated by the President of Russia as the Year of Unity. And it’s important not just to talk about this, but to demonstrate it with concrete examples. You have a long life ahead of you; you’ve chosen to lead. I wish you the best of luck in completing your studies at this university and finding your way in life, becoming the very people who will have every opportunity to build and develop the state. Because the future of Russia depends on you; you will lead, demonstrate strong character, and, among other things, tirelessly support the ‘age-old union of fraternal peoples,’ as the wise words of our anthem say.”

The deputy explained that he represented his beloved Dagestan in parliament, invited everyone to visit, and added that his republic is as unique and multinational as the rest of Russia—each of its peoples has its own distinct character, but we are all united by respect for traditions, a caring attitude toward family, and a boundless love for our homeland. Biysultan Khamzayev called for a round of applause for those who defend our values during the special military operation, which the young men gladly did.

It's worth noting that our university prepared a tasting of national cuisines for the celebration of our fellow countrymen—the foyer was filled with delightful, spicy aromas. During the concert, short but powerful video stories about those who performed heroic deeds in the name of the Fatherland were shown on the screen: the names of heroes of the Soviet Military District, the Great Patriotic War, freedom fighters, doctors, scientists, poets, and writers were featured. University performers delighted the audience with rousing folk dances, songs, and theatrical sketches featuring elements of sbandieratori—a traditional Italian flag-juggling technique that originated on battlefields in the 15th century as a heraldic accompaniment to troops.

The atmosphere was incredible: the audience sang along with their fellow countrymen, the kids chanted the names of their countries, and even danced in the aisles. As one of our employees, who was celebrating her anniversary that very day and was present at the festival, said: "It was the best birthday of my life!"

So, hurray to you, GSU! We're back on top!

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Do you know what all students around the world—from Prague to Tokyo, from Moscow to Rio de Janeiro—have in common? A stubborn desire for freedom and an incredible ability to make friends across borders and language barriers. This is the spirit that permeates International Students' Day, celebrated on November 17.

The Birth of Student Solidarity Day

The history of this day began with a genuine student uprising. In the fall of 1939, in Nazi-occupied Prague, students and faculty from Charles University took to the streets to celebrate the birthday of their country, Czechoslovakia. The authorities responded brutally: medical student Jan Opletal was riddled with bullets. His funeral turned into a massive protest, after which the Nazis closed all Czech universities, executed nine students on the spot, and sent more than 1,200 others to the Sachsenhausen concentration camp.

It was these tragic events that led to the creation of International Students' Day. In 1941, representatives of the university community from around the world gathered in London to honor the memory of the fallen Czech students and establish November 17 as a symbol of youth solidarity worldwide. Thus, the day of mourning became a day of unity and hope. Since 1946, following a decision by the World Students' Congress, this day has been celebrated in over 100 countries, hosting a wide range of events—from ceremonies to festivals, from academic debates to charity events. Students prove that youth and friendship transcend any borders!

Russia: 4 million talents

Today, Russia boasts a vast student community—over four million! The government supports them through scholarships, grants, internship programs, and academic exchanges. Our students don't just study—they create startups, win international competitions, and contribute to science and the volunteer movement.

This day is special for the State University of Management. SUM students continue the best traditions of our university community, which has existed—just think about it—since the late 19th century: they help each other in their studies, create joint projects, and organize events. And they prove that student years are a time of true friendship and bold achievements.

We are proud that our walls are nurturing future leaders capable of changing the world for the better. International Students' Day is a celebration for those who believe in combining study and friendship, serious research projects and joyful student traditions. It is students, with their vibrant energy, bright minds, and incredible ability to unite for the sake of peace, who are creating a future with greater justice, knowledge, and mutual understanding.

Happy holiday to all students—former, present, and future! Happy holiday, my dear alma mater! And, as they said and sang in the days of the first medieval universities, gaudeamus igitur, juvenes dum sumus—let's have fun while we're young!

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