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How I Lost My Way in the Metro in Moscow: A Memorable Experience

How I Lost My Way in the Metro in Moscow: A Memorable Experience
A first-time mishap in the Moscow Metro turns confusion into discovery, culture, and an unforgettable personal journey.

Teaching with Heart: A Conversation with Ekaterina Bochagova on Language, Trust, and the Joy of Connection

Teaching with Heart: A Conversation with Ekaterina Bochagova on Language, Trust, and the Joy of Connection
Ekaterina Bochagova, beloved HSE language lecturer, shares how teaching is less about grammar and more about trust, courage, and helping students fall in love with language.

Student Organizations at the Higher School of Economics: How HSE Immerses First-Year Students into Student Life

Student Organizations at the Higher School of Economics: How HSE Immerses First-Year Students into Student Life
Like many prospective students, I envisioned my years of study primarily with books in hand, but HSE University managed to pleasantly surprise me.

Best Buddies at HSE: Building Inclusion Through Friendship

Best Buddies at HSE: Building Inclusion Through Friendship
A look at Best Buddies at HSE, a volunteer community that builds inclusion through genuine friendships and low-pressure weekly activities.

Too Many Tomatoes: How Moscow’s Grocery Aisles Turn into a Cultural Adventure

Too Many Tomatoes: How Moscow’s Grocery Aisles Turn into a Cultural Adventure
Everyday grocery shopping in Moscow as a cultural experience, using the simple act of choosing tomatoes to explore abundance, choice, and adaptation. Through personal comparison with Afghan markets, it shows how food spaces reveal deeper meanings of culture, globalization, and student life abroad.

Inside the Magical World of Russian Fairy Tales

Inside the Magical World of Russian Fairy Tales
An immersive Moscow exhibition reimagines Russian fairy tales with art, nostalgia and modern interpretations.

The Day My HSE Hoodie Became an Ambassador

The Day My HSE Hoodie Became an Ambassador
A surprising meeting in Dubai shows that HSE’s reputation travels farther than we think

Sunday Night: Are You Dreading Monday or Designing It?

Sunday Night: Are You Dreading Monday or Designing It?
A personal experience-based guide to turning Sunday evenings into strategic downtime after a busy week full of deadlines.

From -50°C to Slush: Siberian’s Guide To Survive Moscow “Warmth”

From -50°C to Slush: Siberian’s Guide To Survive Moscow “Warmth”
For those of us living in Russia, the concept of "winter" varies drastically depending on.

The Visiting Chernobyl Experience of HSE Student.

The Visiting Chernobyl Experience of HSE Student.
An HSE student reflects on a powerful visit to Chernobyl, exploring history, memory, and lessons on responsibility.