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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.

From Moscow with Love: How to Navigate Cross-Cultural Friendships on Campus

From Moscow with Love: How to Navigate Cross-Cultural Friendships on Campus
A Russian student shares her thoughts and tips for navigating cross-cultural friendships and interactions.

Levitan’s Autumn Came Alive in Plyos

Levitan’s Autumn Came Alive in Plyos
The golden autumn I knew from paintings quietly stepped into reality during a student journey in Russia.

A Quiet Day at Moscow's Botanical Garden

A Quiet Day at Moscow's Botanical Garden
A calm walk in Moscow’s Botanical Garden becomes a quiet escape that restores peace and reshapes the city’s image.

HSE University Library: A Place for Learning, Growth and Comfort

HSE University Library: A Place for Learning, Growth and Comfort
The HSE University Library has become my second home, offering a space to focus, learn and grow.

Walking Through History in Pushkin

Walking Through History in Pushkin
My visit to the town of Pushkin outside Saint Petersburg, became one of the most memorable cultural experiences I have had in Russia.

The Warmth Within the Winter: Navigating Cultural Currents from Banjul to Moscow

The Warmth Within the Winter: Navigating Cultural Currents from Banjul to Moscow
The journey of cultural adaptation for a Gambian individual within the Russian academic environment of the Higher School of Economics, School of Foreign Languages. 

A Naija Girl's Winter Experience: From the Scorching Sun Into The Freezing Cold

A Naija Girl's Winter Experience: From the Scorching Sun Into The Freezing Cold
Chronicles of a Naija student's initial struggle with Moscow's harsh winter, its bitter cold, pervasive darkness, and profound loneliness. 

Counting Seconds, Creating Memories: My VDNKh Celebration

Counting Seconds, Creating Memories: My VDNKh Celebration
A Russian New Year at VDNKh: celebrating, connecting, and creating unforgettable memories.