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A summer school in Russian language and culture is taking place at ITMO!

We stopped by to chat with the participants and learn why they chose Russian over other languages 🎀
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It’s time for news of the week! Make sure you don’t forget to read our recent updates πŸ˜‰

πŸ“ƒ Yandex is launching its first practice-driven PhD program in AI – and ITMO is one of the program’s first partners.

🀝 ITMO researchers have conducted a large-scale study on the demand for soft skills among employers. Discover the most important competencies for young job seekers.

🧠 For World Brain Day, we’ve explored the latest trends in neuroscience, including synchronized brains.

πŸ₯Ό Recently, the 13th SCAMT Workshop Week wrapped up at ITMO. Learn more about its participants and their projects in chemistry, biology, and IT.

And a short recap from this week’s feed:

πŸ† For the second time in the row, ITMO tops AI Alliance ranking of universities in AI.

πŸ‘£ When weather calls for long walks, use these tools to become your own tour guide in St. Petersburg

#newsdigest #itmo
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Pictures from the Foundation Program graduation πŸ“·

On June 27, ITMO celebrated the graduation of its Foundation Program students. We are excited to share pictures from the event by Megabyte Media.

Check out this folder to find your photos πŸ‘ˆ

Don’t forget to share this post with your fellow graduates!
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Are you making the most of your summer? Check with our bingo πŸ’

Even if you have some blank spaces, there’s still a whole month left to fill them in! Make use of our summer guide to St. Petersburg, packed with insights into the best things to do in the city πŸ‘ˆ

#stp
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We wanted to make a meme for this post, but we felt too old for trends πŸ˜”

…just like the landmarks of St. Petersburg that we explore in our latest story! Let’s put on our historian hats and turn our attention to the city’s oldest:

πŸ“• Bookshops
🌳 Trees
🍩 Donut shops
πŸ’€ Cemeteries
🏨 …and more

#stp
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Hone your Russian – be your best self – and buy some warm socks ✈️

Discover a collection of insider tips from those who have done it all – our international students!

To learn how you can make the most of your study abroad experience, read the full article on ITMO.NEWS πŸ‘ˆ

#studentlife
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Realism of the Unseen – a new exhibition by ITMO Art & Science students πŸ‘

On display at the showcase are 20+ projects by first-year students of ITMO’s Art & Science Master’s program. The works, created in the media of biodesign, live materials, robotics, and digital worlds, include: a sculpture that turns alive, a digital memory box, a robot artist, and other interactive objects.

What is digital immortality? Can we discover new means of communication between animals and humans? How – and why – can you try on some bacterial makeup? Find out in our story or by visiting the exhibition yourself πŸ”Ž

πŸ“† Until August 11, 2024
πŸ“ AIR space, Birzhevaya Liniya 16
🎫 Free entrance, get your ticket here

#itmo
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Happy birthday to Harry Potter πŸ§™β€β™‚οΈ

While the legendary wizard is turning 44 (😳) today, our love for this universe is truly timeless!

Let’s conjure up some ITMO magic and imagine what our university would look like if it were part of the Wizarding World 🏰
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Despite the gray skies over St. Petersburg today, the upcoming week is anything but dull πŸ˜Άβ€πŸŒ«οΈ

πŸ–Ό Event Horizon
β€’ Aug 1 | 10 AM - 6:30 PM | Free

From conventional oil painting to VR, take a stroll in the park and catch Sergey Belousov’s exhibition at Yelagin Island’s Konyushenny building.

πŸ’ƒ Ali Alışır In Motion
β€’ Aug 2 | 11 AM - 11 PM | 700 - 1000 RUB

Turkish artist Ali Alışır’s ongoing exhibition explores form and cognition through two equally unusual series of artworks.

πŸ«• Intelligent Flea Market
β€’ Aug 3 | 12 PM - 10 PM | Free

Our beloved flea market is now set up in big white tents near the sea at Sevkabel Port. Expect the usual mix of creative local brands, delicacies, clothes, jewelry, a fun DJ set, and DIY workshops.

🎺 Violet Stompers. Jazz Sunday
β€’ Aug 4 | 8 PM | 700 RUB

Led by young saxophonist Violetta Potapova, this jazz collective celebrates the Golden Age of Swing from the 1960s. Immerse yourself in the era and enjoy!

For the week’s other events, go here πŸ‘ˆ

#events
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