🇷🇺🇨🇩From Congo to Mordovia: A Journey of Passion, Football, and Culture ⚽️ 🎓

🔣Meet Graziano Ibu, a graduate student at Mordovia State University! Originally from Congo, he moved to France, then chose to pursue his studies in Russia to strengthen Russian-African ties.

👨‍🎓 His story: 
From playing football in France to diving into the world of Russian education, Graziano is building a bridge between two cultures. At university, he's not just mastering mathematics but also embracing Russian culture and helping promote Russian-African relations.

⚽️ On the football field:
Graziano plays for the student team “Khoroshee Delo – MRSU,” where students from all over the world unite, training together and learning about each other's cultures.

🇷🇺 Mordovian culture: 
He’s actively exploring the unique traditions of Mordovia, even wearing a traditional costume at an event in the V. N. Rzhavitin Botanical Garden. He also had the chance to meet the Head of the Republic of Mordovia! 

😎 Advice for international students: 
"Engage in activities, learn the language, and don’t be afraid to ask questions. That’s the key to making new friends and fully embracing the experience!" 

🗣Follow Graziano’s incredible journey as he combines his love for sports, education, and culture! Full interview you can read here

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