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From Borscht to Syrniki: My Russian Food Starter Pack

From Borscht to Syrniki: My Russian Food Starter Pack
The dishes I didn’t expect to love — and what ‘complex lunch’ taught me.

Favorite Chapter of My Life: My Years at HSE

Favorite Chapter of My Life: My Years at HSE
A heartfelt reflection on my years at HSE- growth, belonging, intercultural friendships, and memories that shaped the most meaningful chapter of my life.

The Threads of Kindness: My Heartwarming Volunteering Day at HSE

The Threads of Kindness: My Heartwarming Volunteering Day at HSE
A day at HSE weaving crochet hearts taught empathy, care, and community through simple acts.

First Steps in Russia: What the HSE University Excursion Taught Me

First Steps in Russia: What the HSE University Excursion Taught Me
A personal story of discovering Moscow, learning loyalty and culture, and joining the HSE community.

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.

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.

Moscow Christmas Lights Through an HSE Student’s Lens

Moscow Christmas Lights Through an HSE Student’s Lens
A first look at Moscow’s Christmas festival reveals how festive design inspires intercultural encounters.

Beyond Borders: How HSE Moscow Cultivates Transcultural Dialogue in a Complex World

Beyond Borders: How HSE Moscow Cultivates Transcultural Dialogue in a Complex World
HSE University in Moscow actively fosters transcultural dialogue as an antidote to global polarization.

What We Wish We Knew Before Coming to Russia

What We Wish We Knew Before Coming to Russia
HSE international students reveal their biggest surprises, funniest mistakes and essential tips for life in Russia.

Finding Pushkin in the Shadow of the Tsars

Finding Pushkin in the Shadow of the Tsars
I went looking for Russia's great poet and found the Tsars instead. This museum reveals how a writer's world shapes his words.