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• Speak Like a Russian: Colors

  The words for colors are some of the first we learn in any new language. Simple and easy to remember, they also have connotations that you can use to spruce up your speech; although many of them are similar in most languages, knowing some of the local expressions will sure come in handy!

  08.07.2019

• The Magic of the ‘90s

  From runways to video games, the ‘90s are hot right now. What were they like for us and our families? Were they the “wild” years of the post-Soviet era when money vanished and mafia ruled? Or the times of frizzy hair and first music videos? Or just a childhood when all of this seemed normal? We asked around:

  02.07.2019

• Speak like a Russian: Science Words that Made it into Common Speech

  One thing that I really love about languages is how the meaning of many scientific terms change once regular people start using them. So let’s take a look at a few of them that made it into common Russian!

  24.06.2019

• Speak like a Russian: Speaking of Rain

  Summer has finally come, but you shouldn’t be expecting mild temperatures and lots of sunshine: it is the relentless rains that St. Petersburg is famous for. Much like the Eskimos who have a 100 words for different kinds of snow, we’ve come up with dozens of names for all kinds of rain. How about learning the basic ones?

  03.06.2019

• Master's Students from Mexico on Studying in Russia and ITMO's Art&Science Program

  Laura Elidedt Rodriguez Torres and Ethan Avila Hernandez left sunny Mexico to come to Russia and study on ITMO University’s innovative Art & Science Master’s program. In this interview with ITMO.NEWS, they discuss their Art & Science experience, the quirks of living in St. Pete, and advice for international students wanting to make the jump of studying in Russia.

  16.05.2019

• FAQ on Life in Russia

  The truth is: humanity is one. I grew up in Australia, and have spent the past six years living in Russia. I came here to take the challenge further and embrace yet another part of the world, to break down stereotypes, and to do my part in bringing cultures together. That has meant a change of lifestyle, a much broader outlook on the world and its history, and many hours of language study. Whenever I travel abroad, people ask me questions about life in Russia. So here are a few of my answers. 

  14.05.2019

• Speak Like a Russian: Digging In

  ​Not so long ago, we did an article about the greasy, hearty pleasures of Russian fast food. So, how about some Russian words that you can describe it with?

  13.05.2019

• Speak Like a Russian: Beyond the Wow

  As you dive into the new season of Game of Thrones, you might need to express your admiration, frustration and awe with words other than “wow”. Impress your friends with your Russian and claim your throne!

  15.04.2019

• The Joys of Spring, As Told By The Vitamin D-Deficient

  To misquote Leo Tolstoy, spring is the time of plants and wishful thinking projections of good weather. Now that the season has finally sprung in St. Petersburg, here’s what we at the ITMO.NEWS editorial team love about it and expect of it. Spoiler: 90% of this is just our gushing about the slightly warmer temperatures. (We live in the north, okay?!) Enjoy – and happy spring!

  02.04.2019

• Anecdotes: Telling Jokes the Russian Way

  The teacher asks the class: “Did you know that elements contract in the cold and expand in the heat?” Vovochka raises his hand… This is how anecdotes, a particular type of a Russian joke, often start out. With April Fools' Day just around the corner, we’re taking a deeper dive into this cultural phenomenon that is the most popular form of Russian humor.

  26.03.2019