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If not for chance, generations upon generations might have missed out on the film "Carnival Night"—Ryazanov's witty, mid-1950s concert film that still looks fresh, original, and contemporary. Ivan Pyryev simply spotted a lost, vibrant, wasp-waisted girl in the hallway of Mosfilm. She had just been rejected in an audition, but the master convinced Eldar Ryazanov to give the young talent another look. Thus, a supernova was born—Lyudmila Gurchenko, an actress born 90 years ago but forever ageless.

Lyudmila Markovna was eager to live, to discover new facets of her dazzling talent, and to share these discoveries with audiences. It wasn't until "Old Walls" that everyone realized she was a remarkable tragic actress. Although she had already played Sonya in "Baltic Sky" and Maria in "Workers' Settlement," Gurchenko had almost resigned herself to the curse of being cast as the eternal Lenochka Krylova in "Carnival Night."

They say that Gurchenko, preparing for her audition for the role of the weaving factory director in "Old Walls" (incidentally, the set chosen was the same factory near Moscow where Grigory Alexandrov filmed "Bright Path" with Lyubov Orlova), arrived early. Without her signature bright makeup, heels, or décolletage, she wore a modest bun and a shapeless gray cardigan. She so perfectly immersed herself in the role of a sad, lonely middle-aged woman that director Viktor Tregubovich, seeing her in the enclosure, was outraged: who allowed a cleaning lady to remain on the set? And the dramatic roles entrusted to her after this film in the 1970s—in Mikhalkov's "Five Evenings," German's "Twenty Days Without War," and Konchalovsky's "Siberiade"—revealed the full power of this great master of the wall's talent.

Gurchenko was a master of any genre. In Voinov's "The Marriage of Balzaminov," she devised the "folding rule" movement for Ustinka; in Menshov's tragicomedy "Love and Doves," she passionately improvised for Raisa, the homewrecker; in Kramarova's "Benefit Performance," she directed the comic old woman's Charleston; and in Kvinikhidze's "Heavenly Swallows," Ginzburg's "Recipe for Her Youth," and Usova's "The Tobacco Captain," she demonstrated a lively operetta-like chic.

She always sensed the inner logic of her characters and refused to allow it to be violated. For example, on the set of "The Beloved Woman of Mechanic Gavrilov," she insisted that Gavrilov's final image match her vision—the fiery naval engineer ultimately emerged as a dazzling victor with a toothy smile. Although Todorovsky's original plan was for him to appear before his beloved in bandages, battered and pitiful.

Not only in film, but also in music, Lyudmila Gurchenko was not afraid to experiment and show off her talent: the sheer depth of her Shulzhenko-esque performance of Zemfira's tragic hit "Do You Want?" speaks for itself.

Gurchenko wrote her own books, sewed dresses for her roles, and composed music for her songs. There was no duplicity in her life: she consumed herself with maximalism and demanded the same from those around her, and when she took the stage, she often began her concerts with the phrase, "As you can see, I'm still alive!"

Lyudmila Markovna dreamed of musicals her entire life—even when the genre was not yet appreciated in the USSR, her movements and rhythm remained musical. But she also excelled in drama, demonstrating a rare range of talent.

Her life was marked by triumphs and downturns in the melancholy of being unclaimed. But Gurchenko was able to genuinely love her work, regardless of convenience or compromise, which earned her a reputation as a complex but exceptionally talented performer.

Happy anniversary, great actress. The void left by your passing is irreplaceable, but you will live forever in our loving hearts!

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Innovative developments by SPbPU scientists and events from the university's life are regularly featured in news reports on the official information resources of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science. We cover this in the new issue. digest "Polytechnic in the focus of the Ministry of Education and Science."

On September 15, the ministry posted on its VKontakte page news about the joint project of the Polytechnic University and the State Hermitage Museum "Formula of Art". Visitors to the page saw the first film in a video series that tells how warriors' protective clothing has changed over the centuries since the Middle Ages.

On September 17, the Ministry of Education and Science posted on its VK page eighth issue A joint informational and educational video project with SPbPU, "PRO-Rector," about university media communications. The featured speaker was Evgeniya Turtapkina, SFU Vice-Rector for Information Policy.

On September 18, the Ministry of Education and Science includeda selection of university podcasts On VK, a Polytechnic podcast episode, "Translate into Human Language," explores art research technologies at the Russian Museum.

In September, readers of the Ministry of Education and Science's VK page chose the most interesting news of the month: the creation of a publicly accessible database of chalcogenide glasses by Polytechnic University scientists. We made a separate post about this with cards.

The news that two teams from SPbPU PISh took first and second place at the open technology festival MIPT FestTech was included ina list of the most interesting events in the life of leading engineering schools, published on the Ministry of Education and Science's Telegram channel on September 25.

On September 29, the Polytechnic's podcast "Study of Art Objects. Russian Museum" was featured ina selection of the best podcasts already in the Ministry of Education and Science's Telegram channel.

On October 1, the Ministry of Education and Science's Telegram channel noted among the main events of the Priority 2030 program the development by Polytechnic University scientists of a method for reducing the negative impact of chemotherapy in the treatment of oncology. University specialists claim that coating medicinal nanoparticles with a lipid shell made of lecithin ensures targeted release of substances in cancer cells with minimal impact on healthy tissue.

In the next selection the main events of "Priority" On October 8, the Ministry of Education and Science's Telegram channel reported on a high-speed modem for CubeSat-shaped cloud devices being developed by scientists and students at SPbPU.

And on October 11, the Ministry of Education and Science's Telegram channel included the Polytechnic University among the best ina selection of university podcasts.

On September 1, the website of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation published material on a new approach to treating Alzheimer's disease, proposed by SPbPU scientists.

On October 7, an article was published on the website "Priority" of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation. "St. Petersburg scientists are developing ultra-high-speed space internet for small satellites."

Read about the events from the Polytechnic University's life that are reflected in the Ministry of Education and Science's information resources in our upcoming publications.

SPbPU's transparent information environment and constructive interaction with the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education help the university position itself as a leading educational center in the country. Regular coverage of the university's achievements through the Ministry's official channels clearly demonstrates the significance of its contribution to the development of national science and education.

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Representatives of the Polytechnic Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade participated in two key events of the BRICS International Municipal Forum, held at the ExpoForum Convention and Exhibition Center. Expert presentations covered topics such as workforce development in the tourism and hospitality sector and creating an inspiring environment for youth initiatives.

Olga Voronova, Director of the Higher School of Service and Trade at SPbPU, and Natalia Muizinik, Dean of the Faculty of International Relations and Political Studies at Northwest Management University of the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, moderated a panel discussion on developing human resources in tourism and hospitality, with an emphasis on cross-cultural competence.

The event brought together leading experts, representatives of the academic community, government agencies, and the tourism industry from the BRICS and CIS countries. Participants discussed current issues related to professional training, the implementation of innovative teaching methods, and enhancing the industry's investment attractiveness, striving to develop practical solutions for developing the tourism potential of participating countries. One of the key speakers at the section was Tatyana Khnykina, head of the Tourism and Hospitality Management programs at SPbPU, who presented a paper on "Adapting Professional Training for the Tourism Industry in the Context of International Labor Market Trends." She emphasized the growing demand for specialists with intercultural communication skills, digital competencies, and innovative thinking, and proposed innovative approaches to modernizing university and college curricula aimed at training specialists capable of adapting to dynamic market conditions, mastering new technologies, and managing the quality of tourism services. Tatyana Khnykina discussed the prospects for integrating digital technologies into the educational process, developing critical thinking and creativity, and introducing new practical training formats through internships and participation in real-world projects with international companies.

The participation of representatives from BRICS, CIS, and friendly countries in the section facilitated constructive dialogue and the development of effective mechanisms for advancing international cooperation in the hospitality and tourism sectors. The event focused on current methodological aspects of human resource development, cross-cultural competence, and the implementation of innovative solutions, facilitating the exchange of best practices and strengthening collaboration between science, business, and government agencies, as well as the formulation of strategies for developing the tourism potential of participating countries.

Olga Voronova commented on her participation in the event: "Organizing the section 'Developing Human Resource Potential in Tourism and Hospitality in the BRICS Region' plays a key role in strengthening international cooperation and developing effective mechanisms for training highly qualified specialists. We see particular value in jointly exploring solutions that contribute to the creation of a unified educational space that meets global trends and the unique cultural characteristics of each BRICS member state. Through such collaboration, we will be able to ensure the professional growth of our students and strengthen the position of our countries in the global tourism market."

In addition, a strategic session entitled "Creating Youth Spaces: How to Form Safe and Inspiring Spaces for Ideas and Projects?" was held, organized by the Committee on Youth Policy and Interaction with Public Organizations.

The speaker was Aik Aghajanyan, a management student at SPbPU's Institute of Mechanics and Technology and the head of the Polytechnic University Model UN student association. In his presentation, he shared practices for creating and developing youth platforms for intercultural interaction and public diplomacy in St. Petersburg. He also presented his own projects: St. Petersburg International Diplomatic Festival (SIDF) and the BRICS School of Mayors, which demonstrated high results in the field of international youth cooperation and became shining examples of successful initiatives in line with the session's theme.

The event brought together participants from across the BRICS countries and served as a platform for the exchange of experiences between youth leaders, government officials, NGOs, and educational institutions.

The projects presented by Ike were noted by participants as successful examples of strengthening international dialogue, developing youth diplomacy, and creating a sustainable community of young leaders.

"It's important to me that Polytechnic University student projects are becoming part of the international dialogue. "Youth initiatives today aren't just ideas; they're tangible tools for strengthening intercultural cooperation. Our projects demonstrate that students can create sustainable platforms for diplomacy, partnership, and positive change," Ike shared.

Ike's speech emphasized the active role of the SPbPU student community in forming international initiatives, developing cultural dialogue, and strengthening youth leadership.

Polytechnic University is strengthening its status as a key player in the BRICS international agenda by serving as a platform for expert dialogue, training, and promoting youth initiatives, creating conditions for the implementation of ambitious student projects, and supporting the participation of young leaders in international programs, discussions, and the development of a new youth policy model.

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A seminar and meeting for heads of departments of educational institutions in the Northwestern and Central Federal Districts coordinating scholarship issues was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. The event was attended by 114 participants representing 78 universities and research institutions.

The keynote speakers were Eduard Temnov, a leading advisor to the All-Russian Trade Union of Education of the Russian Federation and a long-standing expert in scholarship regulations, and Sergei Golutvin, Head of the Department of Social and Legal Protection of Students at Tula State University and Head of the Scholarship Monitoring Analytical Group at the Russian Ministry of Education and Science.

SPbPU First Vice-Rector Vitaly Sergeev welcomed the seminar-meeting participants, noting the importance of the seminar and thanking the Russian Ministry of Education and Science for choosing the Polytechnic University as the venue for the event.

The main goal of these seminars, which are being held this year in all federal districts, is to reduce the number of questions university staff have about scholarships. "The problems are often similar, and when they accumulate, we meet and clarify all the complex issues," emphasized Vitaly Sergeev.

The seminar included a detailed discussion of current issues related to new reporting parameters for the use of scholarship funds, funding for student scholarships, and changes in support for student families and students with children. Considerable attention was paid to the allocation of state social scholarships, including in connection with legislative changes regarding income accounting that came into effect in 2024. The allocation of academic scholarships for undergraduates and state scholarships for postgraduate students were also discussed.

Seminar participants reinforced their theoretical knowledge and practical skills in distributing scholarship funds at higher education institutions across scholarship types and student categories in accordance with Russian legislation.

At the end of the meeting, a meeting was held with Islam Albakov, Head of the Department of Comprehensive Planning and Regulatory Support for Youth Policy at the Russian Ministry of Education and Science. The main topic of the meeting was the selection process for the Presidential and Government of the Russian Federation scholarships.

Over the past two years, we've significantly modernized the scholarship system, introducing new types of scholarships, and increasing the amounts of all existing scholarships to at least 15,000 rubles. Now, for the first time, we're selecting candidates for the Presidential Scholarships using the new criteria. Our goal is to select the truly top students and give them the opportunity to receive 30,000 rubles monthly, which truly provides an excellent incentive for their studies and research," Islam Albakov noted.

Islam Albakov also emphasized that similar seminars will continue in the future, both to share experiences and to discuss pressing issues related to regulating scholarship provision and developing unified approaches to law enforcement.

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The citywide Mathematics Olympiad was held at ITMO University. Fifty students from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University participated. All participants demonstrated a high level of preparation and confident knowledge, achieving excellent results in both the team and individual competitions.

Following the Olympiad's results, Yegor Grigoryev, a third-year student at the Institute of Electronics and Telecommunications, won the individual Grand Prix, scoring the maximum number of points and leaving the other participants far behind.

Egor commented on his success: "This was my first time participating in this Olympiad. The problems varied in difficulty. Some were easy to solve, while others seemed challenging but quite interesting. I especially had to improvise on the geometry and differential equation problems. I would like to express my gratitude to Irina Vyacheslavovna Vagurina for her excellent teaching of mathematical analysis, and to Maria Romanovna Bortkovskaya for preparing me for the Olympiad."

In the team competition, students Egor Grigoryev, Daniil Sereda (Institute of Computer Science and Cybersecurity), and Artemy Goldberg (Institute of Physics and Mechanics) took a respectable second place. The individual success of the participants deserves special mention: nine diplomas were awarded to the Polytechnic University representatives in the individual competition, confirming their high level of mathematical preparation.

The Olympiad jury included Alexandra Vakaeva and Leonid Levitsky, associate professors of the Department of Higher Mathematics at SPbPU. The judges noted the high level of difficulty of the problems and the participants' thorough preparation. Reviewing and handling appeals required diligence and a great deal of responsibility, and the team of experts accomplished this task with distinction.

Events like these offer students new opportunities for professional and academic growth, foster research skills, and strengthen interuniversity ties. Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University expresses its sincere gratitude to the ITMO University organizing committee and personally to the jury chair, Doctor of Physics and Mathematics, Professor Igor Popov, for the high level of organization and warm atmosphere.

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The in-person training session for future mentors of the "Fundamentals of Project-Based Activities" course was held at the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University. This event marked the beginning of a significant project for the university to integrate student project-based learning into the curriculum.

During the course, students will learn the fundamentals of management and implement real-life projects for external and internal clients, applying their acquired knowledge in practice. Each team will be accompanied by a mentor from among KRSU faculty. The course is a proprietary development of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University and has been offered to all second-year undergraduate students since 2017.

The pilot course at KRSU is planned to launch in the spring semester of 2026. In the meantime, future mentors will study the intricacies of this complex work and collect project topics.

The "Project Fundamentals" course is a cutting-edge practice that has long been implemented at the Polytechnic University, and now, for the first time in Kyrgyzstan, we will be introducing this course at KRSU. "This is an excellent opportunity for students to try their hand at real projects and even implement their own ideas," noted Marina Yurchenko, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs at KRSU.

The mentor training was attended by staff from the Department of Information Computing Technologies, Economics and Management Systems, the Department of Physical Chemistry, the Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, the Department of Physical Processes in Mining, the Department of Physics and Microelectronics, the Department of Advertising, the Department of Architecture and Construction, the Department of Technical and Methodological Analysis, and the Department of Advertising.

The mentor training is being conducted by Inna Seledtsova, a senior lecturer at the Higher School of Project Activity and Industrial Innovation, and Anton Ambrazhey, a senior research fellow at the International Academic Competence Center "Intelligent Enterprise Technologies" of the Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering."

Our team already has experience replicating the course at other universities. We provide not only mentor training but also full methodological support for the course implementation and pilot launch," said Anton Ambrazhey.

When implementing the course at KRSU, we paid close attention to localization: the mentoring model, the assessment system, and the specifics of the project topics. Our experience replicating the course at other universities, including the Russian-Armenian University, demonstrates the importance of localization tailored to the specifics of the country and university, Inna Seledtsova shared.

Ruzanna Ayrapetova, Head of the Department of Educational Policy and Quality Assurance at the Russian-Armenian University, spoke to KRSU faculty about her experience teaching the "Fundamentals of Project-Based Activities" course and the evolution of approaches to course organization.

Yulia Alekseeva, senior lecturer at the Higher School of Project Activity and Industrial Innovation and responsible for working with clients on the SPbPU project management course, shared her expertise in working with clients for student projects via a videoconference. Future KRSU mentors learned about the course's philosophy, the role of the instructor and their responsibilities, and the basic principles of project management. They also developed a course launch roadmap, which will be used for further preparation with the support of SPbPU.

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