The 22nd Graduation of Clinical Psychologists at Kursk State Medical University
On February 12, 2026, a ceremonial event dedicated to the 22nd graduation of the Faculty of Clinical Psychology took place at Kursk State Medical University.
This evening was more than just a diploma award ceremony. It united deep respect for traditions, the sincere pride of the faculty, and that special silence in the hall when you realize: today, a professional journey begins here.
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🎓 In the Hall — Those Who Shape History
Among the presidium members and honored guests were individuals whose names define healthcare and medical science in Kursk:
🎙 Viktor Anatolyevich Lazarenko
— Rector of KSMU, Honored Doctor of the Russian Federation, Honored Scientist of the Russian Federation, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor.
🎙 Pavel Vyacheslavovich Kalutsky
— First Deputy Minister of Health of the Kursk Region, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor.
🎙 Yury Valeryevich Roshchin
— Chairman of the State Examination Commission, Chief Physician of the Kursk Clinical Psychiatric Hospital named after Saint Great Martyr and Healer Panteleimon.
Alongside them were the Vice-rectors, Director IMI, dean, vice-rectors, heads of departments, and faculty members — those who guided the students into the profession for five and a half years.
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🕊 The Rector’s Address: Brotherhood, Knowledge, and Service
Opening the ceremony, Viktor Anatolyevich Lazarenko addressed the graduates with words that set the tone for the evening:
“A KSMU diploma is not just a document. It is your guide into professional life — anywhere in our country and beyond. But the most important thing you take with you today is not the grades in your record book, but brotherhood. Preserve it. And never lose your thirst for knowledge.”
The Rector especially noted the achievements of the psychology graduates in volunteer activities. These are not just lines in a portfolio — they are what transform a profession into a calling.
🤝 Congratulations from Mentors
Pavel Vyacheslavovich Kalutsky and Yury Valeryevich Roshchin addressed the graduates and their parents:
• Wishing them to become true professionals their region would be proud of;
• Emphasizing that the quality of education at KSMU is recognized without a signature — through the depth of training and human compassion;
• Encouraging them to return to their alma mater not only as guests, but as colleagues — with lectures, research, and their own students.
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📜 Numbers Behind the Stories
The most important statistics lie in the history of the faculty:
• 825 specialists trained;
• 124 honors diplomas awarded.
📍 Graduates work across the Kursk, Oryol, Tula, and Belgorod regions, as well as in Moscow, Saint Petersburg, the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug, Stavropol Krai, and dozens of other territories.
Each of these specialists is an ambassador of KSMU. Wherever a graduate of Clinical Psychology works, it is known that the Kursk school stands for depth, ethics, and genuine care.
This was the 22nd graduation. Behind them — lectures, exams, practical training, and sleepless nights. Ahead — work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, and psychological support offices.
The Faculty of Clinical Psychology at KSMU has graduated another generation of professionals who will safeguard the nation’s mental health.
Thank you to the faculty.
Thank you to the parents.
And — fair winds to the graduates of 2026.
Your diploma is only the beginning.
On February 12, 2026, a ceremonial event dedicated to the 22nd graduation of the Faculty of Clinical Psychology took place at Kursk State Medical University.
This evening was more than just a diploma award ceremony. It united deep respect for traditions, the sincere pride of the faculty, and that special silence in the hall when you realize: today, a professional journey begins here.
⸻
🎓 In the Hall — Those Who Shape History
Among the presidium members and honored guests were individuals whose names define healthcare and medical science in Kursk:
🎙 Viktor Anatolyevich Lazarenko
— Rector of KSMU, Honored Doctor of the Russian Federation, Honored Scientist of the Russian Federation, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor.
🎙 Pavel Vyacheslavovich Kalutsky
— First Deputy Minister of Health of the Kursk Region, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor.
🎙 Yury Valeryevich Roshchin
— Chairman of the State Examination Commission, Chief Physician of the Kursk Clinical Psychiatric Hospital named after Saint Great Martyr and Healer Panteleimon.
Alongside them were the Vice-rectors, Director IMI, dean, vice-rectors, heads of departments, and faculty members — those who guided the students into the profession for five and a half years.
⸻
🕊 The Rector’s Address: Brotherhood, Knowledge, and Service
Opening the ceremony, Viktor Anatolyevich Lazarenko addressed the graduates with words that set the tone for the evening:
“A KSMU diploma is not just a document. It is your guide into professional life — anywhere in our country and beyond. But the most important thing you take with you today is not the grades in your record book, but brotherhood. Preserve it. And never lose your thirst for knowledge.”
The Rector especially noted the achievements of the psychology graduates in volunteer activities. These are not just lines in a portfolio — they are what transform a profession into a calling.
🤝 Congratulations from Mentors
Pavel Vyacheslavovich Kalutsky and Yury Valeryevich Roshchin addressed the graduates and their parents:
• Wishing them to become true professionals their region would be proud of;
• Emphasizing that the quality of education at KSMU is recognized without a signature — through the depth of training and human compassion;
• Encouraging them to return to their alma mater not only as guests, but as colleagues — with lectures, research, and their own students.
⸻
📜 Numbers Behind the Stories
The most important statistics lie in the history of the faculty:
• 825 specialists trained;
• 124 honors diplomas awarded.
📍 Graduates work across the Kursk, Oryol, Tula, and Belgorod regions, as well as in Moscow, Saint Petersburg, the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug, Stavropol Krai, and dozens of other territories.
Each of these specialists is an ambassador of KSMU. Wherever a graduate of Clinical Psychology works, it is known that the Kursk school stands for depth, ethics, and genuine care.
This was the 22nd graduation. Behind them — lectures, exams, practical training, and sleepless nights. Ahead — work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, and psychological support offices.
The Faculty of Clinical Psychology at KSMU has graduated another generation of professionals who will safeguard the nation’s mental health.
Thank you to the faculty.
Thank you to the parents.
And — fair winds to the graduates of 2026.
Your diploma is only the beginning.
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RUSSIA — A MULTIFACETED, UNITED COUNTRY! 🇷🇺
As part of the events held during the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia, third-year students of the International Medical Institute of Kursk State Medical University and the Pharmaceutical Faculty of Kursk State Medical University, together with lecturers from the Department of Russian Language and Pedagogy, took part in a dialogue of cultures. The event was held at the Central City Library named after F.A. Semyonov.
The meeting was organized by the Committee for Culture and Tourism of the city of Kursk and the F.A. Semyonov Library. Participants and guests were welcomed by distinguished speakers:
— the Head of the Youth Department of the Kursk Diocese of the Russian Orthodox Church;
— the Chairperson of the Public and Cultural Center “Community of Moldovans”;
— the Chairperson of the local religious organization of Orthodox Judaism “Jewish Community of the City of Kursk.”
KSMU students contributed to the poetic chronicle of the evening. Ekaterina Razinkova, a student of the Pharmaceutical Faculty, delivered heartfelt readings of her original patriotic poems, “I Want to Tell About Russia” and “Where the Motherland Begins.” Tin Zaw Moe, a student of the International Medical Institute, recited the immortal lines of Anna Akhmatova from her poem “Courage.”
A special atmosphere of unity was created by musical performances by talented youth from Kursk. The evening was further adorned by the author’s doll collection “Diversity in Unity” by Marina Fyodorovna Makhova — a traditional folk doll artist and laureate of national exhibitions.
KSMU students expressed their gratitude to the organizers for the opportunity to be part of this important conversation about culture, unity, and the Motherland.
As part of the events held during the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia, third-year students of the International Medical Institute of Kursk State Medical University and the Pharmaceutical Faculty of Kursk State Medical University, together with lecturers from the Department of Russian Language and Pedagogy, took part in a dialogue of cultures. The event was held at the Central City Library named after F.A. Semyonov.
The meeting was organized by the Committee for Culture and Tourism of the city of Kursk and the F.A. Semyonov Library. Participants and guests were welcomed by distinguished speakers:
— the Head of the Youth Department of the Kursk Diocese of the Russian Orthodox Church;
— the Chairperson of the Public and Cultural Center “Community of Moldovans”;
— the Chairperson of the local religious organization of Orthodox Judaism “Jewish Community of the City of Kursk.”
KSMU students contributed to the poetic chronicle of the evening. Ekaterina Razinkova, a student of the Pharmaceutical Faculty, delivered heartfelt readings of her original patriotic poems, “I Want to Tell About Russia” and “Where the Motherland Begins.” Tin Zaw Moe, a student of the International Medical Institute, recited the immortal lines of Anna Akhmatova from her poem “Courage.”
A special atmosphere of unity was created by musical performances by talented youth from Kursk. The evening was further adorned by the author’s doll collection “Diversity in Unity” by Marina Fyodorovna Makhova — a traditional folk doll artist and laureate of national exhibitions.
KSMU students expressed their gratitude to the organizers for the opportunity to be part of this important conversation about culture, unity, and the Motherland.
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Students of the International Medical Institute of KSMU Immersed Themselves in the World of Puppet Art 🎭
Students of IMI KSMU visited a fascinating exhibition at the Kursk Regional House of Folk Art, where around 200 dolls from different continents were presented.
For many international students studying in Kursk, it was more than just a visit — it was a journey around the world without leaving the city.
From elegant Japanese dolls in silk kimonos to bright dolls from Cameroon, and traditional costumes of the Kursk region, the exhibition beautifully demonstrated how different cultures express their traditions through art. Particularly touching were the exhibits representing the students’ home countries.
For future doctors studying in a new cultural environment, such experiences are especially meaningful. They help strengthen the connection between cultures and remind us that despite our differences, we share common human values.
The exhibition, dedicated to the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia, became a vivid lesson in respect, dialogue, and cultural understanding.
Students left inspired, with warm impressions and many new topics for discussion 🌍
Students of IMI KSMU visited a fascinating exhibition at the Kursk Regional House of Folk Art, where around 200 dolls from different continents were presented.
For many international students studying in Kursk, it was more than just a visit — it was a journey around the world without leaving the city.
From elegant Japanese dolls in silk kimonos to bright dolls from Cameroon, and traditional costumes of the Kursk region, the exhibition beautifully demonstrated how different cultures express their traditions through art. Particularly touching were the exhibits representing the students’ home countries.
For future doctors studying in a new cultural environment, such experiences are especially meaningful. They help strengthen the connection between cultures and remind us that despite our differences, we share common human values.
The exhibition, dedicated to the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia, became a vivid lesson in respect, dialogue, and cultural understanding.
Students left inspired, with warm impressions and many new topics for discussion 🌍
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🌍 Dialogue of the Peoples of the World at KSMU
On February 18, 2026, the International Medical Institute of Kursk State Medical University hosted a round table discussion, “Dialogue of Peoples in the Modern World,” in the university coworking space at the KSMU library.
Students from India, Russia, Zimbabwe, Brazil, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Nigeria, the Maldives, and Botswana came together for an open conversation about intercultural interactionH and student life in Russia.
🎉 The event coincided with the celebration of Chinese New Year — the Year of the Fire Horse. All participants congratulated their Chinese classmates. Malaysian students prepared a special interactive activity: each guest received a personal wish and pronounced it in Chinese, Russian, and English. As a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Chinese culture, everyone was presented with a traditional gift — a mandarin orange.
💬 During the discussion, students shared their first experiences in Russia, speaking about language barriers, cultural differences, adaptation challenges, and the importance of social support. Participants proposed practical ideas to improve the experience of international students — including language clubs and mentorship programs for newcomers.
The round table also addressed stereotypes, intercultural dialogue, and the role of education in strengthening international connections. A lively exchange of views unfolded on the topic of interethnic marriages, with many noting that such unions enrich cultures and strengthen bonds between nations.
✨ The atmosphere was warm and sincere. Students not only expressed their thoughts but also thanked the organizers for the opportunity to be heard.
One of the most memorable quotes of the day:
“Continents and countries separate us, but Russia has united us.”
The meeting became another step toward building an inclusive and friendly environment at KSMU. Open dialogue and mutual respect continue to unite our multinational student community.
On February 18, 2026, the International Medical Institute of Kursk State Medical University hosted a round table discussion, “Dialogue of Peoples in the Modern World,” in the university coworking space at the KSMU library.
Students from India, Russia, Zimbabwe, Brazil, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Nigeria, the Maldives, and Botswana came together for an open conversation about intercultural interactionH and student life in Russia.
🎉 The event coincided with the celebration of Chinese New Year — the Year of the Fire Horse. All participants congratulated their Chinese classmates. Malaysian students prepared a special interactive activity: each guest received a personal wish and pronounced it in Chinese, Russian, and English. As a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Chinese culture, everyone was presented with a traditional gift — a mandarin orange.
💬 During the discussion, students shared their first experiences in Russia, speaking about language barriers, cultural differences, adaptation challenges, and the importance of social support. Participants proposed practical ideas to improve the experience of international students — including language clubs and mentorship programs for newcomers.
The round table also addressed stereotypes, intercultural dialogue, and the role of education in strengthening international connections. A lively exchange of views unfolded on the topic of interethnic marriages, with many noting that such unions enrich cultures and strengthen bonds between nations.
✨ The atmosphere was warm and sincere. Students not only expressed their thoughts but also thanked the organizers for the opportunity to be heard.
One of the most memorable quotes of the day:
“Continents and countries separate us, but Russia has united us.”
The meeting became another step toward building an inclusive and friendly environment at KSMU. Open dialogue and mutual respect continue to unite our multinational student community.
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❄️ Two Tons of Snow? No Problem for KSMU International Students!
On February 19, 2026, after a powerful snowfall blanketed Kursk in tons of snow, international students of the International Medical Institute of Kursk State Medical University stepped up to support the city.
More than 60 students from across the globe joined forces to clear snow around the university dormitories and along Akhtyrskaya Street, making access to the university and central streets safer and more comfortable for residents and fellow students. They also ensured safe passage to public transport stops and nearby essential facilities.
The heavy snowfall had created serious challenges: sidewalks were buried, movement became unsafe, and municipal services were overwhelmed. In response, KSMU’s international students decided to take action and contribute to the community.
The day was not only about clearing snow. Female students organized cleaning efforts inside Dormitory No. 4 and at the International Medical Institute building — washing walls and staircases, polishing mirrors and glass surfaces, which sparkled in the February sunshine.
For many international students, shoveling snow was a new and exciting experience — some even compared it to a physical education class! 💪
Most importantly, the volunteer initiative became a true celebration of unity. Students from different countries worked shoulder to shoulder, supporting each other and sharing smiles.
💬 “At first, I thought it would just be cleaning,” said Gaurav, a student from India. “But it turned out we weren’t just clearing snow — we were building friendships. Now I know the people around me will always help.”
Another example that KSMU students are not only dedicated to their studies — but also to solidarity, teamwork, and community spirit.
On February 19, 2026, after a powerful snowfall blanketed Kursk in tons of snow, international students of the International Medical Institute of Kursk State Medical University stepped up to support the city.
More than 60 students from across the globe joined forces to clear snow around the university dormitories and along Akhtyrskaya Street, making access to the university and central streets safer and more comfortable for residents and fellow students. They also ensured safe passage to public transport stops and nearby essential facilities.
The heavy snowfall had created serious challenges: sidewalks were buried, movement became unsafe, and municipal services were overwhelmed. In response, KSMU’s international students decided to take action and contribute to the community.
The day was not only about clearing snow. Female students organized cleaning efforts inside Dormitory No. 4 and at the International Medical Institute building — washing walls and staircases, polishing mirrors and glass surfaces, which sparkled in the February sunshine.
For many international students, shoveling snow was a new and exciting experience — some even compared it to a physical education class! 💪
Most importantly, the volunteer initiative became a true celebration of unity. Students from different countries worked shoulder to shoulder, supporting each other and sharing smiles.
💬 “At first, I thought it would just be cleaning,” said Gaurav, a student from India. “But it turned out we weren’t just clearing snow — we were building friendships. Now I know the people around me will always help.”
Another example that KSMU students are not only dedicated to their studies — but also to solidarity, teamwork, and community spirit.
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