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• Student Spotlight: Belhouchet Mohammed Siradj, Algeria

  Meet Belhouchet Mohammed Siradj, an international student at ITMO who has transitioned from aviation engineering to computer systems to pursue his passion for technology. In this interview, Belhouchet offers a glimpse into how curiosity and resilience can pave the way for innovation.

  19.12.2024

• Student Spotlight: Calvin Hanggara, Indonesia

  Studying abroad is more than an academic experience – it's an adventure filled with challenges, discoveries, and personal growth. In this interview, we sit down with Calvin, an exchange student from Indonesia. From exploring ITMO’s curriculum to experiencing his first snowfall and reflecting on the cultural and academic surprises in Russia – let’s dive in!

  12.12.2024

• Student Spotlight: Dorsa Abbasi, Iran

  Dorsa’s move to Russia brought her more than just academic opportunities. From an unexpected encounter with a fellow passenger to the welcoming faces of teachers and peers at ITMO, her experience underscores the surprising ways culture and generosity can cross borders. 

  05.12.2024

• Student Spotlight: Reham Qassem, Syria

  From the sunlit streets of Tartus to the academic halls of ITMO! As an international student, Reham is embracing the challenges of this new chapter in her life while balancing her passion for information security with a growing love for painting and cultural exploration.

  28.11.2024

• Student Spotlight: Ramy Mohamed Mohamed Said, Egypt

  From the Nile Delta to Russia's top IT university: Ramy has set out on a path of learning at ITMO. His interest in robotics and drones, coupled with his curiosity about Russian culture, is one of a student eager to make the most of his opportunities in a new country. Here's his story.

  21.11.2024

• Student Spotlight: How Diego Arbildo Prieto Went From Student to Professor

  In today’s interview, we reconnect with a student whose academic path has reached new heights since our last conversation. Since getting his Master’s at ITMO, Diego has returned to the university to get his PhD while also working full-time at Jilin International Studies University (China) – and that's not even all he’s working on! Are discipline, passion, and clear objectives all it takes to manage everything at once? Let’s find out.

  14.11.2024

• Student Spotlight: Djurdje Pavlovic, Serbia

  Having made the transition from the lively streets of Belgrade to the tech labs of St. Petersburg, Djurdje is embracing the rhythm of student life in a new country. As he navigates language lessons, sub-zero winters, and the warmth of shawarma stalls in St. Petersburg, Djurdje shares what it’s like to be a Serbian student in Russia — and why he’s encouraging others to follow.

  07.11.2024

• Student Spotlight: Yash Kulkarni, India

  Yash, a Mumbai native now studying in St. Petersburg, shares an insider’s view on life as an exchange student at ITMO. From navigating new flavors to bonding with the locals, he reveals what it’s like to dive into Russian academia, the warmth of cultural exchange, and the joys of discovering unexpected connections in a foreign city.

  31.10.2024

• Student Spotlight: Raman Khan Ahmadi, Iran

  Raman Khan Ahmadi, an international student from a small village in northwestern Iran, is laying the foundation for his future at ITMO University. Passionate about software engineering and neurotechnologies, Raman is building a successful career in AI and programming. In this interview, he talks about his journey so far and the importance of professional networking for future ITMO students.

  24.10.2024

• Student Spotlight: Ramiro Gabriel Halfon, Argentina

  “The world needs you, go out and help it become a better place to live in,” is Ramiro’s everyday motto. A student in the Master’s program FoodTech, this young changemaker from Argentina is striving to make a difference in numerous ways.

  17.10.2024