HSE Illuminated: Observing Student Life

What to do if you have to take an Academic Break?

Oyunbaatar Naranzaya, a Mongolian student, is sharing her life-changing experience of getting into a car accident, taking a year to recover and coming back to the university.

February 03

Volunteering: A Path to Personal Growth

Volunteering transformed my perspective and personal growth in ways I never anticipated.

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January 30

The Ideal Place for a Vacation: the Altai Mountains

What can save you from the hustle and bustle or a guide to the beautiful places of Russia from Lada Lisovaya.

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January 27

Traditional Russian Holidays: A Guide for International Students

In your new life as a student in HSE, you’ll soon notice that holidays in the country are much more than simply days off work — they are vibrant cultural events during which traditions, food, and celebrations come together.

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January 23

Surviving the Russian Winter: A Guide for Foreign Students at HSE

Kelechi Samson Okorie presents ideas on how to survive Russian winter.

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January 22

From Africa to Russia

A path of a foreign student in Russian.

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January 21

Living an Interesting Life as an International Student in Russia

Living as a student in Russia is a unique experience, steeped in rich cultural history, academic rigor, and vibrant social life.

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January 20

Diving into HSE Dance

This article provides an in-depth look at the HSE Dance team, highlighting its multifaceted nature as a community and a source of inspiration. It emphasizes the importance of hard work and is aimed at encouraging others to join in.

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January 17

Reflection on Cultural Differences: This is Russia, “Спасибо.”

When you're a foreigner, you try to observe, meditate, and learn. Some things may appeal to you; others won't. But how uncomfortable would it be if we all had the same way of life? In this article, Akabueze Daniel discusses the cultural differences he experienced since coming to Russia.

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January 13

Surviving Your First Two Weeks in Russia: A Nigerian Student's Guide

Hi, my name is Kelechi and I’m a second year Masters student from Nigeria studying Foreign Languages in Russia.

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January 10

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