HSE Illuminated: Observing Student Life

Is This Moscow's Most Magical Season? Inside the “Winter in Moscow” Festival

Discover Moscow's winter magic! From epic ice rinks to festive fairs, find your perfect adventure in the city.

January 26

An Essential Guide to the Syrok for HSE Stutents

A comprehensive look at the sweet glazed curd bar, a staple of the Russian student diet.

Community students tips and how-to

January 26

From HSE Class Project to Interstellar App: How We Built Unilingo

Three HSE students turned a class translinguistics project into a real mobile app and website for Unilingo language.

Education international students people

January 26

Two Worlds on Stage: My Journey Through Opera and Musical Theatre in Moscow

Reflecting on Opera and Musical Theatre Through Two Contrasting Performances in Moscow.

Society students leisure what's happening

January 26

Where Can Students Study Outside of University?

Places in Moscow where you can attend lectures and discussions or participate in practical classes.

Education students tips and how-to

January 23

A Taste of the World on a Student Budget: How HSE Students Explore Moscow Through Food

A look at how HSE students explore Moscow through affordable international food spots that become anchors of comfort, culture and everyday campus life.

Society students tips and how-to

January 23

The App That Got Me through My First HSE Year

Getting lost, finding rooms, chasing grades and lunch; all made easier by the app every HSE student knows.

Education students international students tips and how-to

January 23

Libraries as the Third Place

How modern libraries evolved into social spaces for learning, dialogue, and community, with Moscow as a key example.

Community students tips and how-to

January 23

Beyond the Alphabet: Navigating Law, Language, and Life in Moscow

From Istanbul to Moscow: A future international lawyer navigates language prep and cultural discovery at HSE University.

Education international students people

January 22

How Football Feels in Hong Kong

A match night in Hong Kong exploring football as a space for connection and belonging.

Society students leisure people

January 22

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