Happy Nowruz to all who celebrate 🌸

As the vibrant tapestry of spring unfolds, ushering in the season of renewal and rejuvenation, we extend our heartfelt wishes to everyone celebrating Nowruz around the globe.

Some time ago, we reached out to some of our international students to learn how (and why) they celebrate this festival:

💠 Muslimbek Abdurakhimov, Uzbekistan:

In my country, Nowruz is a big celebration that’s all about traditions. Families come together to cook sumalak and spend time together. We also prepare a variety of traditional and national foods such as plov, sumsa, manti, kebabs, and assorted sweets.

💠 Hossain Jafari, Afghanistan:

During Nowruz, my family gathers together to start the new year and wish everyone good health and success. After celebrating the arrival of the New Year with each other in the family, we go around and visit relatives, acquaintances, and close friends.

💠 Zana Sherwani, Iraqi Kurdistan:

The original story of Nowruz is about a cruel king called Zuhak who had two snakes on his shoulder. One day, a skilled ironsmith named Kawa killed the king, ignited a fire, and burnt the snakes, bringing an end to the evil. This fire symbolizes the beginning of a new day (now-ruz).

💠 Akylzhan Kerimbay, Kazakhstan:

Since childhood, I’ve always celebrated Nowruz with my family and it holds a special place in my heart. Nowruz is not just a holiday but a time of joy, unity, and tradition. From the vibrant colors of the decorations to the laughter and warmth shared around the table, every moment is greatly cherished. Hope every one of you will experience the spirit of Nauryz, filled with joy, harmony, and renewal. Наурыз құтты болсын!

How do you celebrate Nowruz? Let us know in the comments 💭

The weather’s been peculiar lately, but don’t let that stop you from having a week full of action and fun. Here’s our guide 👇

🎬 TheatreHD: The Tempest
• Mar 22 | 7:30 PM | 600 RUB

Banish all worries and let the magic unfurl with a screening of Shakespeare’s The Tempest.

🎺Silent films with jazz orchestra
• Mar 23 | 5 PM | 600 RUB

Experience the golden era of silent comedies with live jazz accompaniment, as Chaplin’s antics in The Champion, Neighbors, and The Immigrant tickle your funny bone.

🖼 Exhibition: Just Because
• Mar 24 | 12-7 PM | 100 RUB

Step into a world of whimsy and wonder at the vibrant sculpture exhibition by Anikushin Workshop, where childhood dreams come alive and imaginations run wild.

📷 Chamber exhibition: analog photography by arv.ean
• Mar 26 | 10 AM - 10 PM | Free

Discover the serene allure of works by the artist arv.ean, who explores contrasts, shapes, and forms on a trip into a realm of tranquility amidst the bustling Sevkabel Port.

For more ideas, click here 👈
#weekends

📰 Dive into this week’s news roundup to stay abreast of ITMO’s cutting-edge developments and exciting events!

🌟 ITMO dazzles at the World Youth Festival with AI-based innovations, offering a glimpse into the future of education and technology

🎓 We chatted with Evgeniya Sokolova (Patrakeeva), the new head of ITMO’s Public Health Sciences Master’s program, about training the next generation of healthcare professionals

🚀 Organized in partnership with Yandex and VK, ITMO hosted the finals of the National Technological Contest, a major competition in big data and machine learning

🔍 Uncover the world of QA engineering with insights from Maksim Terichev, illuminating the vital role these specialists play in ensuring software and hardware systems’ reliability

🎨 Explore the rich tapestry of Russian culture through the lens of Orthodox Christian icons, where art and religion converge in timeless beauty

#newsdigest

ITMO is going to Kazakhstan 🇰🇿

Want to learn more about ITMO University first-hand? Visit the Study in Russia exhibition that takes place in Astana next weekend!

Our International Office representatives will be there to guide you on how to enroll in your dream program at ITMO and secure a tuition-free spot through one of our scholarship programs.

🔗 Find out the full list of universities attending and sign up

📆 March 30-31
📍 Astana, Russian House in Astana, Kenesary St. 39

⚡️In connection with the events in the Moscow region, we express our condolences to the victims and ask ITMO students and employees to be vigilant, take care of themselves and others.

Mass (cultural, entertainment) events at the university this weekend are going to be canceled or moved online. Classes scheduled on Saturday will take place as scheduled. If, for safety reasons, you wish to stay home, the faculty will arrange a blended learning format, if possible, or will not accommodate your absence.

The University takes all necessary steps to ensure your safety.

via @itmolnia

Happy birthday, ITMO 🎂🥳

Today, on March 26, we celebrate the remarkable journey of ITMO University through the past 124 years. While it’s tempting to list 124 things we love about it, the true magic lies in the people, our ITMO Family, who truly make it more than a university.

What does it mean to be an ITMO student? Find out in the video ❤️

Meanwhile, magic is happening on our campuses! Children and pets are enjoying events at ITMO Family Day Mini 🔮

Meet Abdulkareem Al-Zubaidi from the serene village of Falina in Yemen, whose quest for knowledge and cultural exploration has taken him on an adventure in St. Petersburg.

On his plans for the future, he said:

I aspire to pursue a Master’s degree in robotics and artificial intelligence. While I’m uncertain about where exactly I’ll end up, I want to continue my studies at ITMO if given the opportunity.

Read on to learn more about Abdulkareem’s story and his advice for future ITMO students.

Click here for the full interview 👈

#itmofaces

Why do prospective students choose ITMO? 💭

At the Education and Career International Exhibition in Minsk, Belarus this March, we had the opportunity to ask this question first-hand during a quick chat with a prospective Bachelor’s student Yulia Smirnova.

What program will you be applying to?

I’ve chosen software engineering, namely the Computer Technologies in Design program. What attracted me to it is the freedom to choose the fields I want to study, and the flexibility of my learning track.

How did you find out about ITMO?

I’ve learned about ITMO from Telegram. Also, I’m applying through Rossotrudnichestvo (the Russian Government scholarship). On their website, there was a list of universities and some information about each of them. ITMO caught my attention immediately. I’ve decided to take a look at its website — and I enjoyed it!

We wish Yulia the best of luck and look forward to welcoming her as an ITMO student soon 🫶

🌷 In spring’s gentle embrace, nature’s whispers bloom into symphonies of life. Ready to explore this version of St. Pete? Follow our guide 👇

🎭 Melancholia
• Mar 29 | 11 AM - 8 PM | 100 RUB

KGallery pays homage to Arkadiy Ippolitov, a renowned art historian, intertwining his writings and artworks in a captivating exhibition.

🌵 Botanical Holidays
• Mar 30 | 10 AM - 5 PM | 500 RUB

Explore greenhouses, museum tours, and themed exhibitions at St. Petersburg Botanical Garden – all with one ticket!

🇮🇳 Holi Festival
• Mar 31 | 12-9 PM | Free

Color your weekend at Sevkabel Port with the Holi festival: dances, workshops, yoga, and more await!

🔮 Yes to New Worlds!
• Apr 3 | 12 - 10 PM | 900 RUB

Dive into the fusion of art and science at Nadezhda Bey’s solo exhibition, exploring phygital realms with VR, AR, MR, and more!

For the full plan, click here 👈

#weekends

📰 Dive into this week’s digest: from immersive exhibitions to groundbreaking scientific platforms, discover the forefront of ITMO’s ingenuity.

🖼 Yes to New Worlds: ITMO graduate Nadezhda Bey debuts her immersive exhibition, featuring mixed reality and optical illusions, showcasing her talents honed at the Art & Science Master’s program.

🦠 Bioinformatician Anna Popenko sheds light on the significance of studying the gut microbiome, highlighting its connection to disease development and our environment, as part of ITMO’s research endeavors.

🗿 ITMO University and the Center of Mikhail Shemyakin recently unveiled a 3D exhibition, crafted by students in a collaborative effort. The event celebrates the self-portraits of artist Mikhail Shemyakin.

🇷🇺 ITMO students assume the role of university ambassadors, sharing insights and advice with school students across Russia, aiming to assist them in the admissions process through personal experiences.

💊 ITMO researchers introduce a groundbreaking platform for studying cell communication without disrupting cellular functions, promising advancements in targeted drug delivery and cell rehabilitation.

#newsdigest