In 2024, ITMO.NEWS wrote and translated hundreds of articles. But which ones made it into the top 10?

Here are our most viewed texts from 2024 – in case you’re looking for a handy read during your holidays:

🥇 5 Russian Streaming Services to Try in 2024

🥈Must-Read Russian Books for Learners of Any Level

🥉 Three Keys to Deciphering Slavic Folklore Symbols

4️⃣ Virtual Power Plants, Real Electricity: Tanzanian Researcher Jackson J. Justo on Artificial Intelligence and Future of Power Industry

5️⃣ A Guide to Public Transport in St. Petersburg

6️⃣ Student Spotlight: Yemane Habtemichael Gebremeskal, Eritrea

7️⃣ Stay Fit in Style: 10+ Russian Activewear Brands

8️⃣ The Most Puzzling Letter of Russian Alphabet

9️⃣ Student Spotlight: Abubakr Mustafa, Sudan

🔟 5 Exhibits To See in the Hermitage Museum

Hi there! Just checking in to see how you’re doing 🕵️‍♀️

React to this post with your current mood!

Meet Idrisa Kiryowa – a writer, scientist, sustainability enthusiast, and, of course, an ITMO student 🔥

My journey as a self-made writer stems from my rich experiences – from childhood to education, and my travels across Egypt, Poland, Germany, the USA, Russia, and India.

Curious about how he ended up pursuing a FoodTech Master’s degree in Russia? Discover more in his interview 👈

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Aaaand… just like that, the long winter holidays are over 🥲

Wishing everyone a smooth transition back to your study routine!

No reason not to keep the fun going!

Whether you’re ready to dive into 2025 or want to savor the holiday cheer a bit longer, here are some fun things to do:

⛷ Events and places to visit

• Visit ROSPHOTO, Annenkirche, or the Ice.Life exhibition at Sevkabel for more festive magic.
• Stroll along Nevsky, pop by Palace Square, and explore Vasilyevsky Island.
• Make it festive at the city’s many ice rinks – don’t forget to dress warmly!

🎨 Ring in the New Year with culture

• Savor the art of Viktor Vasnetsov, Karl Bryullov, and other masters.
• From coffee to emotions, the city’s most unusual museums have it all covered.

❄️ Plan a day out

• Hit the ski slopes or explore wintery palace grounds.
• Find new perspectives in the city with our handy guides.

🏡 Stay warm and celebrate at home

• Try Russian Old New Year customs, like kolyadovanie or midnight wish-making!
• Declutter, plan your year, or recharge with cozy games and movies.

For more details, visit our article on ITMO.NEWS 👈

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Welcome back!

How did your holiday season go? Ours was pretty great – here’s a few highlights:

☃️ The ITMO.NEWS team has made a list of their top winter essentials – from home decor to outdoor activities – that make winter unforgettable. Maybe you’ll find a new favorite, too!

🪐 ITMO researcher Mikhail Sokolov unraveled the science of the Dune universe in his latest lecture. A fascinating read!

🐍 To mark the Year of the Snake, we explored this animal’s role in Slavic culture – from house guardian to rain-bringer.

🔎 The holidays may be over, but ITMO’s Museum of Optics is always open visitors who wish to explore its many curious artifacts.

Looking for ideas for some last-minute outdoors fun?

🧣 Discover new architectural gems, learn about Russian history, and reconnect with nature all at once by visiting one of these top historic mansions around St. Petersburg.

Stay cozy, stay curious, and gear up for an exciting year ahead!

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Are you into physics or robotics? Would you like to enroll in a Master’s program at ITMO without exams? 💪

Sign up for ITMO Mega Contest, an online entrance competition for Bachelor’s students and graduates.

Participants can choose between two tracks:

✨ The Physics track will include theoretical and practical tasks from various domains of physics
✨ The Robotics track will test your knowledge of control theory and other related fields

The winners will get the chance to join a Master’s program within their selected track.

⌛️ Don’t miss out – registration closes on January 14!

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25 Russian cartoons for learners of any level 📺

Animation can be the perfect way to learn a new language – and get acquainted with its culture! For an efficient-yet-enjoyable learning experience, we’ve prepared a list of top Russian cartoons for learners in collaboration with ITMO’s Foreign Language Training Center.

And if you’re in more of a bookworm mood right now, check out our post about the best books for improving your Russian🤓

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Hello from our colleagues in Ankara 🇹🇷

ITMO University is taking part in the selection of candidates from Turkey for the Russian Government scholarship. The winners will have the opportunity to study in Russian-taught programs at ITMO on a tuition-free basis!

We also invite anyone interested in studying at ITMO to visit the Russian House in Ankara! Representatives from the International Students Learning and Support Center, Marina Serova and Yulia Garmalyga, will be happy to answer your questions about studies and admissions.

📆 January 13-15, 10 am – 5 pm
📍Ankara, Hilal, Rabindranath Tagore Cd. 68

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Dear students, how’s your exam season going?

🤓 — Nailing it!
😎 — Got enough points to skip my exams
😭 — Don’t ask me

Meet Ricardo Augusto from Angola 🇦🇴

Tech, languages, basketball – software engineering student Ricardo manages to pursue all his diverse interests at once! What drives him? Here’s what he has to say:

In high school, my classmate and I created hospital management software that impacted disease control in Moçâmedes. It showed me how technology can improve public health. My goal is to develop solutions that make life easier and better, and ITMO is the starting point for achieving that.

Read the full interview here 👈

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