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• Experience St. Petersburg: Parks Perfect for Selfies this Autumn

  “A gloomy time, a delight for the eyes,” – or something close to that – is what Aleksander Pushkin, a famous Russian poet, called Autumn, he found it the most inspiring time of the year.  Maples are turning crimson and orange, birch trees are a shimmering waterfall of gold. Perfect for an Instagram picture, it’s a rare opportunity to kick up a vibrant, rustling leaf storm or make your own golden-leaf crown in one of St. Petersburg parks.

  12.10.2017

• Relocation Tips: Perks of Student Life in St. Petersburg (Part 2)

  Last week we told you about the advantages students in St. Petersburg have when getting around the city and exploring its cultural heritage. But what about having fun and feeling the taste of St. Petersburg? Today, we’ve prepared a list of the privileges that students and members of ITMO’s Student Union have in terms of going to the movies and theatre, eating and finding entertainment. After all, studying at the university is much more fun when you also get to enjoy yourself every once in a while. 

  19.09.2017

• Things to Do This Weekend: September 16-17

  Yet again, here we are with our review of this weekend’s events; some of them are totally not to be missed, so we hope that you’ve already gotten used to St. Petersburg's capricious weather, and won’t let it spoil your well-deserved rest. In any case, we wish you best of luck - and hope your weekend will be one to remember!

  13.09.2017

• Relocation Tips: Perks of Student Life in St. Petersburg (Part 1)

  St. Petersburg, Russia’s “northern capital”, is renowned for its sights, culture and entertainment. QS Top Universities ranks it as the 78th best city in the world for students. To help you get the most out of your stay in St. Pete, we’ve prepared a list of the special offers and opportunities that you, as a student, can enjoy in our city. In part 1 of this article, you’ll learn about the basic and most important advantages of being a student that will help you get around the city and get to know its sights and landmarks.

  12.09.2017

• ITMO Fellowship Stories: Look for a Team

  Gerhard Wohlgennant came to ITMO University from Austria to participate in the ITMO Fellowship Program. His main field of research is knowledge extraction from natural language. In this exclusive interview he gives us some insight into his past and current research and how he found this opportunity to work in Russia. 

  08.09.2017

• Things to Do This Weekend: September 9-10

  Time is going by quickly, and it's already mid-week, so, we’re back with our review of the cultural events you mind find to your liking! Be it art, music or just some fun way to get your mind off studying - our city has lots to offer;  just make your choice and get ready for yet another refreshing weekend in St. Petersburg!

  06.09.2017

• Things to do in St. Petersburg this weekend

  Studying, studying, and even more studying - being an ITMO student can be demanding, so you may well find yourself in a situation when you just don’t have the time to plan your long-awaited weekend. Well, ITMO.NEWS is always there to help, so we’ve decided to provide you with a quick review on the events you may find interesting!

  30.08.2017

• Relocation Tips: Getting Your Cell Phone in Russia

  You don’t have to pay exuberant roaming fees when you move to St. Petersburg. There’re lots of local options to choose from. Here’s what you need to know to get connected quickly

  08.08.2017

• Relocation Tips: Getting Your Visa and Registration in Russia

  Almost all foreign citizens need a visa to enter the Russian Federation, and the type of visa depends on their purpose of entry and the length of their stay in Russia. ITMO’s International Office helps international students and employees with the entire process and with all the necessary paperwork. Here’s what you need to know to have a general understanding of the process and to stay legal while you’re here.

  01.08.2017

• Cafe Society: A New Wave of Urban Coffee Culture Hits the Streets of St. Petersburg

  St. Petersburg is a city that seems always to be teetering on the edge of slumber. Whether it is due to the murky, fleeting days of winter, or the blazing White Nights in June and July, when no restful night-time sleep is possible, or because of the mysterious meteorological phenomenon that locals refer to simply as ‘davlenya’ or ‘pressure,’ the default state of people here is dreamy, hazy, bleary, perpetually drowsy.

  06.07.2017