International Student Support Office (HSE – SPb)

⭐We invite you to apply to volunteer at the Third Russia–Africa Summit⭐ 🌍 Volunteers applications for the Third Summit Russia - Aftica are now open. The summit will take place on October 28 - 29 2026 in Moscow. The Russia - Africa Summit is a key event in Russian - African relations. The goal of the event is to strengthen cooperation between Russia and African countries in several directions: politics, security, economy, science and technology, culture, and humanitarian spheres. We are looking for proactive and enthusiastic individuals who want to help in preparing and hosting the event. More info about the summit is available at the link below: summitafrica.ru/?utm_refer... 🔔To register as a volunteer, please complete the application form 📝 ‼Application deadline: 6 September at 11:30 p.m. (23:30).

The Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation and the Association of Foreign Students invite international students at HSE University– St. Petersburg to take part in the intercultural contest “Russia Without Filters.” 🌍✨ The contest’s aim is to create an open creative platform for young people that fosters intercultural dialogue, strengthens an atmosphere of mutual respect, and shapes a modern image of Russia through creative work. 🤝🎨 The contest is held in three categories: 📸 Photoreportage 🎥 Video ✍️ Essay Submissions are accepted via email: aisrf@yandex.ru until 4 September 2026. Contact person: Stanislav Olegovich Vashko, AIS coordinator; email: aisrf@yandex.ru The contest results will be announced at a formal ceremony. As part of the event, there will be a photo exhibition of participants’ works, intercultural interactive zones, and an awards ceremony presenting diplomas of the I, II, and III degrees in each category 🏆🎉

We’re still savoring the memories of our camping adventure! It’s a pity we can’t share our impressions of the trip to Lake Gladyshevskoye… Or can we? Let’s watch the reel created by our student - Syed Razi Muhammad Raza Gillani! Thank you, Syed! 👏

From August 1st to 2nd, our international students traded city life for the forest on an unforgettable camping trip with the HSE Tour Club! 🏕️✨ The journey began in Shevelevo, where we set off on a 28 km hike over two days to the stunning Lake Gladyshevskoye. 🥾🌲 Under warm, sunny skies, we: - Mastered survival skills: setting up tents, making campfires, and cooking over open flames 🔥⛺ - Foraged for wild blackberries along the trail 🍇 - Gathered around the fire in the evening, sharing life stories, singing songs, and creating memories that will last a lifetime! 🎶🌟 This wasn't just a simple camping trip - it was a chance to connect with nature, challenge ourselves, and bond as a community. 🌍🤝 Huge thanks to all the students who joined us and to the HSE Tour Club for making this adventure possible! 🙌🌟

Our new adaptation project is about to start! We are looking for four curators for each of the dorms on Zaporozhskaya, Lensoveta, Shevchenco two English-speaking and two Russian-speaking students 🇬🇧 🇷🇺 The curators do a very important job: 💡 inform about the rules 💡 assist with adaptation 💡 organise events in the dorm 💡 communicate with the administration ⭐You will be awarded three credits for your participation in the project. Experience in participating in student clubs or organising events will be an advantage. If you are interested you can apply for the project here. After the selection process, you will receive all the necessary information. Application deadline: August 10th. Start: August 15th.

Hello everyone! August is here, and we’d love to invite you to a camping by Lake Gladyshevskoye! We’ll have a dip in the lake, tuck into some blueberries and enjoy the pine forest🫐🌲 📌 Where: Shevelevo 📌 When: Saturday–Sunday, 1–2 August  📌Organiser: HSE tour club Registration form: https://forms.yandex.ru/u/6a68a2d94936390e70a47b6b ❕Please note that there is a fee to take part, but you only need to pay once you have completed the form! We are putting together a group of 8 people. P.s. confirmation of your participation will be adding you to the group chat and you will pay the fee Cost: 600 ₽ for food Please transfer the money to +7 951 675 2983 (Anna A.) T-Bank 🚉Train from Finlyandsky Station at 9.55 am Return to the city on Sunday at 16:20 See you on the trip!

🌍 Join the ISU HSE SPb Team 2025/26! [Russian version in the comments below] Want to help international students adapt to Russia, share our culture and build an international community at HSE SPb? Join our Open Call! Open positions: • Buddy Coordinator — lead the buddy team & develop HR processes • Event Manager — organize cultural events & trips • SMM & Design — create visuals, run social media & promote events • ISU Buddy — welcome international students, help with dorm check-in, and show them around Why join us? 🎓 Official project activity & academic credits ⭐️А Extra point for HSE SPb international mobility + chance to apply for PGAS 💼 New skills, languages & experience for your CV 🌍 International networking ✈️ Trips & exclusive events 📌 How to apply: Fill out the form: https://forms.yandex.ru/u/6a6595b1505690b994155294 Deadline: August 15, 23:59 (Moscow time) You can apply for multiple positions! Questions? DM @kzokn on VK. We look forward to your applications! Always yours, ISU HSE SPb

🌿 Nature is the best anti‑stress! Scientists have proven that time outdoors reduces stress levels. We decided not just to read about it, but to test it ourselves! Yesterday, 16 July, our international students took a walking trip to Lukomorye near St. Petersburg 🚶‍♂️🌍 They explored the eco‑trail and wandered through the Park of the 300th Anniversary of St. Petersburg. Warm sun ☀️, singing birds 🐦, and incredible calmness — that’s what our day was all about. One of our students captured this amazing atmosphere in a video. Check it out below! 👇 Stay tuned for our next activities!😉

🛤️Dear students, we invite you for a summer activity to ecotrail at Lukomorye. The fairy-tale eco-trail "U Lukomorya" runs through the ancient park "Blizhnie Dubki," which was created during the reign of Peter the Great and is located in the natural reserve "Severnoye Poberezhye Nevskoy Guby." 👟Distance: 1.5 km 📍Meeting point: metro Begovaya (green line) there's a direct bus from this station ⏰Time: Departure 11am ↕️Return: around 5 pm (to be confirmed) 📅 Date: 16 July (Thursday) ❗ Registration form P.s. Be sure to bring a bottle of water, snacks for the hike, and an umbrella or raincoat. You can also bring sports equipment.