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• The Unexpectedly Superstitious Side of St. Petersburg

  It might be the 21st century and we are planning our trips to Mars – but don’t let that fool you! Some of us still believe in superstitions and in some kind of spooky force out there casting good or bad luck our way. And if you are in for some luck, wealth, love, and maybe good grades, keep on reading – we know the secrets and are eager to fill you in.

  05.10.2020

• Staff Spotlight: Mingzhao Song, China

  Mingzhao Song, a researcher at the Faculty of Physics and Engineering, came to St. Petersburg almost eight years ago and since then has made a significant contribution to ITMO University’s research activities. In an interview for our portal, he talks about his breakthrough in the field of wireless charging of electronic devices and his unusual hobby.

  01.10.2020

• ITMO’s Cultural Navigation Course: Lectures, Challenges, and Quests

  The Navigating St. Petersburg's Culture course has become one of the disciplines taught at ITMO University. Its program includes lectures on the city’s cultural environment, its architecture and suburbs, literature, theater, and much more. Learn more about the course in this article by ITMO.NEWS.

  28.09.2020

• From the Peter and Paul Fortress to Five Corners: a quick guide to St. Petersburg for First-Year Students

  St. Petersburg is the cultural capital of Russia, the largest IT center in the country, and, of course, the home of ITMO. Hello, first-years! Now, you are officially a part of ITMO Family. And if you haven't had time to get to know the city yet, we made these five maps for you. On them, we have collected key attractions and the most interesting places worth visiting. And all of them are very close to the university’s buildings. We will start from the University’s main building on Kronverksky Pr. 49, let's go!

  01.09.2020

• This Mostly Stay-At-Home Weekend in St. Petersburg: August 29-30, 2020

  Enjoy your last chance to shake things up before the new semester starts with socially distanced yet fun activities in St. Petersburg.

  26.08.2020

• How to Rent an Apartment in St. Petersburg

  There are several dormitories available for all ITMO University students, but what if you would prefer to rent your own place? Where do you look for it? What should you keep in mind? See our tips below.

  21.08.2020

• Get Outside: Socially Distanced Activities in St. Petersburg

  Though summer’s nearly at its end, there’s still plenty of time to find new experiences or rediscover old ones. But with the health concerns still looming over us, what are we left to do? Surprisingly enough, a lot of things! Let’s dig into the list of just a few of the exciting (and safe!) activities you can enjoy in St. Petersburg these days.

  18.08.2020

• Digging Deeper: Literary Origins of St. Petersburg Metro Stations

  It’s no secret that the St. Petersburg Metro is one of the world’s most exquisite and beautiful underground transit systems. But its interiors aren’t the only things worth noting. While anyone with even a cursory knowledge of the Russian language will probably be able to glean the meanings of most of its stations’ names, there are a few that would require a bit more in-depth knowledge of Russian culture. Today, we’ll look at some of the stations that bear the names of Russian writers, poets, and other masters of the written word.

  04.08.2020

• Environmental-Monitoring Water Drones to Be Tested on St. Petersburg Rivers

  In the future, the floating robots, which were developed by the staff of the company Airalab together with ITMO University engineers, might appear in the water bodies of Africa, Asia, and Latin America, as negotiations are already underway. Learn more in this article by ITMO.NEWS.

  28.07.2020

• Experience St. Petersburg Like a Local: Petrogradsky District

  Glamor meets unique Nordic charm in this historic area of St. Petersburg, perfect for a day of urban adventuring. 

  07.07.2020