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• Student Spotlight: Michael Okeh Itodo, Nigeria

  In the bustling city of St. Petersburg, Michael, a young and ambitious individual hailing from Nigeria, aspires to become a catalyst for change in his home country's technological landscape. In this interview, he shares his remarkable experiences while unveiling the transformative power of education and the immense potential he sees in merging his newfound expertise with his homeland's growth and progress.

  29.06.2023

• Student Spotlight: Sutanu Chatterjee, India

  In the bustling St. Petersburg, a new chapter is about to unfold for Sutanu Chatterjee, an international student from India, as he eagerly awaits the start of his PhD journey at ITMO’s Department of Physics. Sutanu's life is a captivating blend of scientific exploration and vibrant personal pursuits. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of this ambitious and multi-talented international student, who has discovered a second home in Russia, embracing its cuisine, culture, and people with an open heart.

  22.06.2023

• Student Spotlight: Hossain Jafari, Afghanistan

  We first interviewed Hossain a year ago, when he was a student of ITMO’s Foundation Program. He’s now a Bachelor’s student in system and applied software. How has his life changed in a year? Did ITMO meet his expectations? Learn this and more in this insightful interview.

  15.06.2023

• Student Spotlight: Durhel Kibamba, Congo

  In a tale of ambition and cross-cultural exploration, Durhel, an international student from Congo, embarked on a journey to Russia in pursuit of higher education. With dreams as vast as the African savanna and an insatiable thirst for knowledge, Durhel's adventure in the land of snow-capped landscapes has just begun. In this interview, he shares a lot about his homeland while shedding light on his experiences in his new home.

  08.06.2023

• Student Spotlight: Carl Hakim, Egypt

  Over a span of 123 years, ITMO has witnessed countless stories of ambition and innovation unfold on its campuses. Walking on a similar path, our international student Carl Hakim has embarked on a transformative journey at ITMO, where he now stands as a second-year Master's student specializing in the revolutionary field of industrial ecology. In today’s interview, Carl delves into his project and shares his captivating experiences in the enchanting city of St. Petersburg, which has become his second home.

  01.06.2023

• Student Spotlight: Israt Jahan, Bangladesh

  It is often said that the best things happen to you when you least expect it. Such has been the case of Israt, who ended up falling in love with information technology and robotics out of the blue! Ever since that day, she strived hard to make her way from Bangladesh to Russia and gain a good education in the field of her choice. Read on to learn more about her life-changing moment and her other experiences at ITMO.

  25.05.2023

• Student Spotlight: Makha Karkout, Syria

  Eager to learn software engineering at one of the best universities in the world, Makha Karkout decided to travel all the way from Syria to Russia. Currently a student in ITMO’s Foundation Program, Makha will pursue a Master’s degree in software engineering come September. In today’s Student Spotlight, learn more about Makha’s native country, Syria, and her experiences in St. Petersburg.

  18.05.2023

• Student Spotlight: Bashar Mawase, Israel

  The wonderland of mathematics and coding brought Bashar Mawase all the way from Israel to St. Petersburg. Currently a student in ITMO’s Foundation Program, he plans to study mathematics and artificial intelligence during his Bachelor’s. Dig into today’s Student Spotlight to learn more about Israel and get an insight into Bashar’s new life in Russia.

  11.05.2023

• Student Spotlight: Lilia Tafran, Syria

  Driven by sheer passion for improving the current standards of global healthcare, Lilia Tafran, a student from Syria, decided to learn her trade in Russia. She won a full scholarship from the Russian government and enrolled herself at ITMO’s СhemBio Cluster (SCAMT). Today, we got the opportunity to meet her and learn about her early impressions of ITMO and St. Petersburg. How did she survive the winter and what are her plans for the summer? Read on to find out.

  04.05.2023

• Dorm Life 101: Lessons Learned From Living in a Shared Space

  Some call it the best time of their lives, others remember it with dread – either way, dorm life is bound to leave its mark on you. How can you ensure that you have the best possible experience? Luckily, you get to learn from our mistakes: below, you will find a list of all the things we wished we’d known before moving into a dorm room. Get all the perks of communal living, avoid its pitfalls, and stay sane – let the dorm life be good for you!

  25.04.2023