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The All-Russian Forum of Student Education Quality Committees and Student Opinion Research Centers, "Exploring Students," was held at the State University of Management. This significant event brought together approximately 100 representatives from 30 Russian universities, who came together to discuss development directions for a reliable system for researching the needs and concerns of students and their communities.

The forum's geography was quite extensive: from Kaliningrad to Chelyabinsk and from Surgut to Stavropol. This diversity of participants created a unique atmosphere for exchanging experiences and opinions, which allowed for the identification of common challenges faced by students in different regions.

At the opening ceremony, those gathered were greeted by Pavel Pavlovsky, Vice-Rector of the State University of Management, and Nikolai Zhdanov, Chairman of the All-Russian Public Youth Movement "Association of Students and Student Associations of Russia."

"I sincerely believe we need to conduct as much diverse research as possible. Today, there's a huge demand from young people for decision-making power. Only when students themselves participate in the discussion of their position in society will they lose the sense of being mere figurines and develop a sense of belonging to their homeland," Pavel Pavlovsky emphasized.

Together with experts from the Association of Trainers of the Russian Union of Youth, Forum participants worked in three workshops:

"Opinion Research," where students went from research conception to product development—a kinesthetic questionnaire and in-depth interviews. "Solution Formation," where students learned tools for problem solving, idea generation, and hypothesis testing. "Interaction with Administration," where activists attempted to view student initiatives through the eyes of management and create tools for effective interaction.

To obtain optimal feedback and improve the productivity of further work within the educational component, separate blocks were devoted to assessing the quality of the program.

At the forum's closing, participants discussed the results and held an informal ceremony to initiate participants into the All-Russian public youth movement "Association of Students and Student Associations of Russia."

Based on the results, a methodological guide for the work of education quality commissions and student opinion research centers will be published.

It should be noted that the forum is organized by the State University of Management and the Association of Students and Student Organizations of Russia. It is being held with a grant from the Federal Agency for Youth Affairs (Rosmolodezh) and with the assistance of the Student Council of the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia, the 14-35 Center for Sociological Research, and the Commission of the Civic Chamber of the Russian Federation for the Development of Higher Education and Science.

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This year marks 61 years since Vladimir Viktorovich Glukhov first entered the Leningrad Polytechnic Institute named after M. I. Kalinin. He enrolled in the Physics and Mechanics Department and, after graduation, was assigned to stay at his alma mater.

But 61 years ago, Vladimir Glukhov didn't come to the Polytechnic University alone. Almost simultaneously with his son's first year, his father, Viktor Filippovich Glukhov, a former career military man and veteran of the Great Patriotic War, found a job in the Department of Higher Mathematics. So, perhaps, together they became the founders. family dynasty of polytechnicians, which we are talking about today in our traditional column "Dynasty".

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Sofia Zaitseva, a graduate of the Civil Engineering Institute of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, won a first-place diploma in the "Generation NEXT" competition for young designers. The award ceremony took place at the Creative Youth Forum held at the Expoforum Convention and Exhibition Center. The competition was organized by the FarExpo Exhibition Association and the management of the International Textile and Light Industry Exhibition "Fashion Industry."

The "Generation NEXT" Young Designers Forum and Competition is a venue for professional growth and creative inspiration. The competition culminated in a joint exhibition of the best projects by textile, costume, and graphic designers.

The expert committee included leading industry experts, including designer and member of the St. Petersburg Union of Designers Maya Kuznetsova, editor-in-chief of RIA Moda and vice president of the MODA.RF Federation Valentina Kuznetsova, CEO of ALFER.GROUP and president of the MODA.RF Federation Anton Alfer, and others.

Over 100 young professionals—students from Russian and international universities, colleges, and vocational schools—participated in the competition. Based on the expert jury's evaluation, Sofia Zaitseva was awarded a first-place diploma for her project, "Development of a Corporate Identity for the Udelka Flea Market." The project's academic supervisor was Tatyana Diodorova, Associate Professor at the Institute of Contemporary Art's Higher School of Design and Architecture.

"Every victory our students achieve is a source of immense pride and confirmation that we are moving in the right direction. Our graduate's victory in the prestigious Generation NEXT competition proves that we are training specialists capable of creating modern, in-demand projects," noted Marina Petrochenko, Director of the SPbPU Institute of Civil Engineering.

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At the Civic Chamber of the Russian Federation (CCR) forum, a new system of state migration policy was discussed. Vladimir Volokh, professor of the Department of Public Administration and Political Technologies at the State University of Management and a member of the Presidential Council for Interethnic Relations, spoke.

In his opening remarks, Vladimir Zorin, Chairman of the Public Chamber of the Russian Federation's Commission on Interethnic, Interreligious Relations, and Migration, noted that the meeting was discussing a strategic planning document, which is a compelling argument for strengthening the country's sovereignty and security.

Alexander Perezhogin, Head of the Information Support Department for the Implementation of State Migration Policy at the Department of Digital Development and Information Technology of the Service for Citizenship and Registration of Foreign Citizens of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, discussed the practical mechanisms for implementing the concept.

In his speech, Professor Volokh emphasized that the Concept of State Migration Policy for 2026–2030, approved by decree of the President of Russia, was the result of a broad public debate involving government officials, experts, and public organizations at the federal and regional levels. Vladimir Aleksandrovich emphasized that the new doctrine will prioritize the implementation of new control and automation tools, as well as the targeted, organized recruitment of migrant workers. After all, the document, for the first time, enshrines the creation of a digital profile for foreign citizens and the development of a unified system for interdepartmental data exchange. Furthermore, the concept provides for facilitating the relocation to Russia of foreigners who share traditional Russian spiritual and moral values, as well as assessing the effectiveness of agencies.

Experts noted the importance of business participation in implementing migration policy. Proposals were made to improve the digital maturity of services, reduce paperwork, and create a registry of unscrupulous intermediaries. Company representatives expressed confidence that automating notification procedures will reduce errors and the risk of counterfeiting.

Participants in the thematic section discussed issues related to the stay of migrant children in the country, including education and Russian language proficiency. The need to develop an adaptation infrastructure and differentiated approach to migrant and refugee children to prevent their social isolation was emphasized.

The speakers agreed that the updated concept will become an effective tool for strengthening sovereignty, security, and integration, and that its successful implementation is impossible without the active participation of civil society. It was decided to continue working on the proposals in working groups and submit them to the relevant agencies for inclusion in the action plan through 2030.

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At the international forum "Russia – a Sports Power" in Samara, Valery Sushchenko, Director of the Institute of Physical Culture, Sports, and Tourism at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, signed an agreement to launch the innovative project "Phygitalization of Sports Reserve Training."

Also participating in the signing ceremony were Sofya Konukh, Director of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug – Yugra; Roman Kuchin, Rector of Yugra State University; Sergey Kryanin, Director of the Olympic Reserve Sports School of the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug – Yugra; and Artyom Shchepotyev, Head of the Digital Sports Center Sports School in the Surgut District.

The goal of the collaboration is to develop a fundamentally new method for training young athletes using virtual simulators and interactive sensors. The project involves using interactive sensor systems to improve the effectiveness of training young athletes in football, phygital football, cross-country skiing, and biathlon.

This initiative highlights Russia's commitment to strengthening its position as a leading sporting power by actively implementing advanced digital technologies in education and training.

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The Polytechnic University hosted a regional student management olympiad. Such subject-based competitions have been held since 2008 with the support of the city government in accordance with the St. Petersburg state program "Knowledge Economy in St. Petersburg." Students studying full-time at universities located in the Northern Capital are eligible to participate. A total of twenty such olympiads are held in our city.

Last year, SPbPU initiated the management olympiad, submitted an application to the Committee on Science and Higher Education of the St. Petersburg Government, and received the right to host it. Following a successful pilot launch last year, it was included in the official list. The Higher School of Industrial Management of the Institute of Mechanics and Technology of Economics and Technology acted as the organizer and host of the event. Nineteen St. Petersburg universities offering specialized training in management participated in the olympiad. A total of 143 students competed for victory and prizes in the team and individual competitions.

At the opening ceremony of the Olympiad, Vladimir Glukhov, Advisor to the Rector's Office of SPbPU, welcomed the participants, team curators, and members of the Methodological Commission.

The Polytechnic University is pleased to welcome so many universities from our city and participants interested in the Management Olympiad. Such events help develop students' scientific and educational potential and identify talented young people with deep knowledge, skills, and abilities in their respective disciplines, Vladimir Viktorovich emphasized.

Vladimir Shchepinin, Director of the Institute of Mathematics, Economics, and Telecommunications, wished all participants fruitful work and success, and noted the importance of holding the Olympiad: "Events like these are crucial for both the students themselves and the academic community, as they address four key objectives. The first is professional development. The Olympiad provides a valuable platform for participants to apply their knowledge in practice, gain experience, and develop skills. The second objective is the exchange of knowledge between students and experts, creating a stimulating learning environment. The third is collaboration and networking. The Olympiad is an excellent opportunity to establish contacts and network between students from different universities, which fosters a professional academic community. And finally, the fourth objective is identifying and supporting talented students who will be able to make a significant contribution to the development of our city and the country as a whole in the future."

The Olympiad's subject assignments consisted of three blocks: tests, calculations, and case studies. Students competed in seven IPMEIT classrooms. A methodology committee monitored the Olympiad, ensuring objectivity and transparency. After the Olympiad's completion, the committee reviewed and evaluated the assignments. The committee was comprised of representatives from the participating universities.

It was crucial for our university to prepare and conduct the Olympiad at a high professional level. This is a citywide event involving a large number of universities and students. We began preparations back in the summer. We had to develop engaging tasks for the participants and conduct organizational and methodological support activities. I would like to thank my colleagues at the Higher School of Industrial Management for their close-knit and collaborative work! "I would like to thank Olga Kalinina, Director of the Higher School of Industrial Management," she said.

The results will be announced on November 11 at a meeting of the scientific council for approving the winners of subject Olympiads under the Committee for Science and Higher Education of St. Petersburg.

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A delegation from the Republic of South Africa arrived at the Polytechnic University on a working visit. The delegation included key representatives of government agencies in the field of science, technology, and innovation: Cecil Masoka, Acting Chief Executive Officer for International Bilateral Cooperation at the Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation (DSTI); Mohapi Mirranda Mmafehello, Assistant Director for Europe and the Middle East at DSTI; Majola Fikiswa Lizeka Mpumalanga, Deputy Director for Space Science and Technology at DSTI; Moyo Thandokazi Yvonne, Director General for Strategic Partnerships, Business Development, and Stakeholder Engagement at the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA); and Phahlamohlaka Mahlase Theuns, Bilateral Research Programs Specialist at the National Research Foundation (NRF).

The visit marked an important step in strengthening scientific and educational cooperation between the Polytechnic University, as the coordinator of RAFU, and its South African partners. During a meeting with Dmitry Arsenyev, SPbPU Vice-Rector for International Affairs, and university representatives, the parties discussed a wide range of issues.

"For our university, developing cooperation with the BRICS countries, and particularly with South Africa, is a priority," noted Vice-Rector for International Affairs Dmitry Arsenyev. "We have a solid foundation of successful projects and educational exchanges, and we see significant potential for expanding collaboration, primarily in the areas of joint research and training highly qualified personnel."

The talks focused on developing joint research projects in priority areas such as space technology, additive manufacturing, biotechnology, ecology and clean water, digital engineering, and new materials. The guests visited leading laboratories at the Higher School of Applied Physics and Space Technologies, the Digital Engineering laboratory at the PIS, and the laboratories at the Institute of Metallurgical and Metallurgical Engineering, where they were introduced to the cutting-edge scientific infrastructure and developments of the Polytechnic University's researchers.

The South African delegation praised the potential for cooperation: "We see tremendous opportunities for joint projects in science, technology, and innovation," emphasized DSTI Acting CEO Cecil Masoka. "We are particularly impressed by the research capabilities of the Polytechnic University, and we are interested in taking our partnership to the next level, focusing on areas such as renewable energy, biotechnology, and the development of engineering competencies at our universities. We are confident that this cooperation will make a significant contribution to the development of human capital in our countries."

Successful examples of past collaboration were noted, including a joint project won with the University of Venda as part of the BRICS-RFBR 2019 program, as well as the active participation of South African students in the Winter University in Engineering Sciences program. In 2024, 25 students from more than 10 South African universities participated in the winter school.

During the discussion, the parties outlined specific steps to expand cooperation, including the launch of joint educational programs, academic exchanges, support for doctoral programs through the international Olympiad "Open Doors: Russian Scholarship Project," and the implementation of innovative projects leading to the commercialization of research results. The parties expressed particular interest in the prospects for collaboration within the Russian-African Network University. The visit of the delegation from South Africa confirmed their mutual interest in strengthening and elevating the long-standing partnership to a qualitatively new level.

The South African delegation's official visit continued in Moscow, where the 14th meeting of the Joint Russian-South African Commission on Scientific and Technical Cooperation was held, chaired by Ksenia Trinchenko, Director of the Department of International Cooperation of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, and Cecil Masoka.

Maxim Zalyvskiy, head of the Russian-African Network University project office, participated in the commission's work. He presented a report entitled "RAFU and the Implementation of Interuniversity Scientific and Technological Projects between Russia and South Africa in Collaboration with Industrial Partners," presenting the results of RAFU's activities and outlining plans for a joint scientific and educational project with PhosAgro PJSC in South Africa.

South Africa is one of Russia's most important trade and economic partners in Africa. Cooperation with South Africa is also becoming strategically important in scientific and educational collaboration. In 2026, as part of the RAFU consortium's development, we plan to expand practical cooperation with our South African colleagues, including engaging Russian industrial partners in joint scientific, educational, and other projects, emphasized Maxim Zalyvsky.

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