It’s a very formal setting. How do you address someone respectfully?
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60%
Господин/госпожа + surname
18%
Товарищ + surname
22%
Мистер/миссис + surname
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What’s the neutral way to attract someone’s attention if you don’t know their name?
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26%
Молодой человек / девушка
1%
Мужчина / женщина
44%
Извините, пожалуйста
29%
Any of the above
Finding the right word to address a stranger can be tricky, especially when there are several options to choose from.
Read this article for a breakdown of polite ways to start a conversation along with a quick dip into history.
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Read this article for a breakdown of polite ways to start a conversation along with a quick dip into history.
#russia
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Meet Praveen Chandrasekar, a twice‑honored highly cited scholar in organic chemistry with over 20 years of research experience across France, Germany, Poland, Scotland, and Brazil.
For his latest project on organic solar cells, he chose St. Petersburg and ITMO University. Why Russia? Why ITMO? And can organic solar cells move beyond silicon?
Read the full interview to find out📌
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For his latest project on organic solar cells, he chose St. Petersburg and ITMO University. Why Russia? Why ITMO? And can organic solar cells move beyond silicon?
Read the full interview to find out
#science
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In mere minutes, Ildar coded his way to victory! 👨💻
A Bachelor’s student at ITMO’s Information Technologies and Programming Faculty, Ildar Gainullin has won the super final of University Battle 2026 by Yandex, taking home 1 million rubles. Ildar recalls:
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A Bachelor’s student at ITMO’s Information Technologies and Programming Faculty, Ildar Gainullin has won the super final of University Battle 2026 by Yandex, taking home 1 million rubles. Ildar recalls:
Speed reading was a big help here: for some tasks, I figured out the solution before my opponent even started coding.
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It’s the graduation day of ITMO’s Foundation Program students! ❤️
These international students have dedicated a year to mastering the Russian language at ITMO. In September, they will start their studies in their dream programs.
During the celebration, students received certificates of language proficiency, enjoyed poetry recitals from their peers, reminisced on shared experiences, and received heartfelt wishes from their teachers.
Wishing all our graduates the best of luck at ITMO and beyond!
These international students have dedicated a year to mastering the Russian language at ITMO. In September, they will start their studies in their dream programs.
During the celebration, students received certificates of language proficiency, enjoyed poetry recitals from their peers, reminisced on shared experiences, and received heartfelt wishes from their teachers.
Wishing all our graduates the best of luck at ITMO and beyond!
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The party may be over, but the memories will last ❤️
Enjoy a recap of the graduation ceremony for our Foundation Program students!
Enjoy a recap of the graduation ceremony for our Foundation Program students!
Meet Ma Ruimin 🏯
Ruimin grew up in China surrounded by ancient history, but her curiosity into the future – toward complex systems and the power of data to shape a better world. That path brought her to ITMO and here’s what she thinks about the environment here:
⬆️ Read Ruimin’s full interview here
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Ruimin grew up in China surrounded by ancient history, but her curiosity into the future – toward complex systems and the power of data to shape a better world. That path brought her to ITMO and here’s what she thinks about the environment here:
Very positive. It’s modern, international, and open to new ideas. There is a strong emphasis on technology, innovation, and interdisciplinary education, which aligns perfectly with my research goals. I also truly appreciate the support provided to international students.
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Big news for digital education 👨💻
ITMO has secured 196.4 million rubles in grant funding as part of the federal project TOP IT, held by the Ministry of Digital Development and the Analytical Center for the Government of the Russian Federation.
We ranked among the top three universities in Russia for training of top‑tier IT specialists! The funding will support the new educational program Software Engineering: AI Development and Deployment, running from 2026 to 2030.
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ITMO has secured 196.4 million rubles in grant funding as part of the federal project TOP IT, held by the Ministry of Digital Development and the Analytical Center for the Government of the Russian Federation.
We ranked among the top three universities in Russia for training of top‑tier IT specialists! The funding will support the new educational program Software Engineering: AI Development and Deployment, running from 2026 to 2030.
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Big wins, breakthrough science, and fresh discoveries. Here’s your weekly ITMO roundup 👇
🏆 ITMO graduate Alexander Panin joined the list of St. Petersburg’s best graduates at the annual ceremony at Peter and Paul Fortress.
🔬 ITMO physicists introduced MetaDiT, the world’s first AI model for supersensitive optics design.
🌿 From outdoor adventures to rediscovered classics: our latest Discovery of the Month is all about the little moments that made June special.
And here are a few highlights you may have missed 👀
☀️ Praveen Chandrasekar, a world-class organic chemistry expert who chose ITMO for his research into organic solar cells, explains why this field could shape the future of energy.
💬 Ever wondered how to politely address a stranger in Russian? We break down useful expressions, etiquette, and the history behind them in our latest language guide.
#newsdigest
🏆 ITMO graduate Alexander Panin joined the list of St. Petersburg’s best graduates at the annual ceremony at Peter and Paul Fortress.
🔬 ITMO physicists introduced MetaDiT, the world’s first AI model for supersensitive optics design.
🌿 From outdoor adventures to rediscovered classics: our latest Discovery of the Month is all about the little moments that made June special.
And here are a few highlights you may have missed 👀
☀️ Praveen Chandrasekar, a world-class organic chemistry expert who chose ITMO for his research into organic solar cells, explains why this field could shape the future of energy.
💬 Ever wondered how to politely address a stranger in Russian? We break down useful expressions, etiquette, and the history behind them in our latest language guide.
#newsdigest
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ITMO Family day is next week!
Register for the event and learn more about its musical headliner — the band HLEB 🍞
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Register for the event and learn more about its musical headliner — the band HLEB 🍞
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Remember your first ITMO Family Day? 😋
This year’s graduation party is shaping up to be one for the books. Spoiler: Hleb are headlining!
But the real question is: who else has fronted the festival over the years? And what’s the story behind this year’s main act?
Read the full article to find out 👈
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This year’s graduation party is shaping up to be one for the books. Spoiler: Hleb are headlining!
But the real question is: who else has fronted the festival over the years? And what’s the story behind this year’s main act?
Read the full article to find out 👈
#itmoinfo
Who draws the bridges of St. Petersburg? 🌉
If you’ve ever stood on the banks of Neva during a white night, watching massive steel structures slowly rise into the sky, you’ve probably wondered: how do they actually do that? Read on to find out!
And if you’re wondering where to watch them without the crowds? We’ve got the insider tips, too 😉
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If you’ve ever stood on the banks of Neva during a white night, watching massive steel structures slowly rise into the sky, you’ve probably wondered: how do they actually do that? Read on to find out!
And if you’re wondering where to watch them without the crowds? We’ve got the insider tips, too 😉
#spb
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The biggest ITMO party is back – with a whole new sound 💃
Get ready for:
• Non‑stop dance floor
• Giveaways from partners
• Multi‑genre DJ sets from the Megabyte team
📆 July 11, 11:55 PM
📌 Aurora Club, Pirogovskaya Emb. 5/2
🖇 Register for free
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Get ready for:
• Non‑stop dance floor
• Giveaways from partners
• Multi‑genre DJ sets from the Megabyte team
#events
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Meet Adzembeh Joshua Imoter from Nigeria 🇳🇬
A Master’s student at ITMO’s Faculty of Control Systems and Robotics, Joshua is intent on solving engineering challenges. And ITMO’s research culture? It exceeded his expectations, as he puts it:
Read Joshua’s full interview here👈
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A Master’s student at ITMO’s Faculty of Control Systems and Robotics, Joshua is intent on solving engineering challenges. And ITMO’s research culture? It exceeded his expectations, as he puts it:
During my search for universities, ITMO stood out because of its excellence in IT, innovation, and forward-thinking research. This convinced me it was the right place to advance my knowledge and pursue my career goals. To sum it up: if there is more, why not take it?
Read Joshua’s full interview here
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