PSU participates in the “Acceleration School” within the framework of the large-scale project and educational intensiv “Archipelago 2025”.

The event is organized to develop university programs to support student startups and achieve technological sovereignty of Russia.

Among the organizers and mentors from our university are Natalia Mikhailovna Kashirina - in the role of assessor, as well as Yulia Mikhailovna Ilyaeva and Natalia Vasilyevna Kostenko - in the role of team mentors.

The experience and expertise of our organizers help the participants of the event to set ambitious goals and turn them into reality.

Darya Sukhovskaya gave a lecture at the Mamison art festival.

The Mamison art festival organized by Kavkaz.RF with the support of the republic's government was held in North Ossetia for the first time. The event is already being called a manifesto of the new cultural identity of the Caucasus.

Darya Sukhovskaya, associate professor at PSU, a philosopher and researcher of creative industries, spoke in this unique space. Her lecture on the Caucasian cultural code became the intellectual point of attraction of the festival. Daria Nikolaevna emphasized that the culture of the Caucasus is not only a tradition, but also a resource for the development of creative industries and the search for the region's identity in the global world.

"Today the Caucasus needs contemporary art as much as art needs the Caucasus. This is a space of meanings, where the past is not preserved in a museum, but is reinterpreted and becomes a foundation for the future," said Daria Sukhovskaya.

Sofya Nikolayevna Pavlenko became the leader of the rating of the All-Russian Forum “Mashuk”.

Sophia Pavlenko, a teacher of the Department of Psychology of Personality and Professional Activity of PSU, took part in the “Researchers” direction.

At the forum Sophia Pavlenko held an author's master class “Neuro-navigation in learning - the way to effective learning”, based on the principles of neuropsychology.

Sofia's pedagogical practice was included in the leaders of the forum rating, and her development will be published in the methodological manual of the “Mashuk Knowledge Center”!

PSU's hard work in the Archipelago-2025 event was recognized with an honorary award.

The Acceleration School, part of the Archipelago-2025 project, has come to an end in Skolkovo. The event was aimed at developing university programs to support student startups and achieving technological sovereignty for Russia.

The university's hard work earned it an honorary award in the category “For the Development of Sovereign Acceleration.” PSU specialists made a significant contribution to the preparation and conduct of the event, generously sharing their experience and useful materials.

In Pyatigorsk, at the T2 SPOT venue, a lecture was given by Daria Nikolaevna Sukhovskaya, Candidate of Philosophical Sciences and Associate Professor, on the topic “Millennials and Zoomers: Two Generations Changing the World.”

Daria Sukhovskaya spoke about the formation of values and worldviews of two generations—millennials and zoomers—noting the differences in their social attitudes, ideas about work and life, and the role of the digital environment in their self-determination.

The event concluded with an open discussion, where participants were able to ask questions and discuss the prospects for the influence of generations on the future.

Students from the Institute of Foreign Languages and International Tourism at PSU took part in the “Mountain Friendship” student tourism gathering in North Ossetia.

“Mountain Friendship” is a platform for the country's most active students, where new youth initiatives are discussed and the student tourism agenda is formed.

The support of the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education gives the gathering strategic status and opens up new opportunities for future specialists in the industry.

The participation of PSU students in such a large-scale event was an important step in their professional development.

PSU Rector Professor A.P. Gorbunov took part in the city conference of education workers in Pyatigorsk.

The annual city conference of education workers was held at the A.D. Dementiev City House of Culture No. 1. The theme of the meeting was “Strategy for the development of the municipal education system: from challenges to innovative solutions.”

The event was attended by 460 teachers from Pyatigorsk, Mayor Dmitry Yuryevich Voroshilov, deputies of the SK Duma, university rectors, representatives of the clergy and public organizations.

The conference was attended by the rector of Pyatigorsk State University, chairman of the Council of Rectors of Universities of the North Caucasus Federal District, Professor Alexander Pavlovich Gorbunov, who emphasized the importance of cooperation between universities and schools in training future teachers and noted that the university is ready for new projects in the field of education.

PSU continues to expand international cooperation in the field of education.

One of the important results of the 2025 admissions campaign was the admission of students from China to a joint bachelor's program in Information Security.

In addition, another 114 students from Liaoning Polytechnic University began studying under a dual degree program, which has been in place since 2022.

This result confirms the high status of Russian education and the interest of foreign students in PSU programs.

The training will be completed in Pyatigorsk, where students will acquire modern knowledge and skills in the field of cybersecurity.

On September 3, an expanded meeting of the Academic Council was held in the Grand Hall of PSU with the participation of staff and student leaders. The main topic was the transition to a new model of higher education.

PSU Rector Professor Alexander Pavlovich Gorbunov presented the key provisions of the reform: a unified level of “higher education,” new terms of study, updated standards, enhanced practical training, and closer cooperation between universities and employers.

The rector noted that the mission of PSU is to remain a center of education, science, and innovation, preparing leaders of a new type.

Institute of Foreign Languages and International Tourism joined the Autumn Cultural Marathon 2025.

Today, the Institute of Foreign Languages and International Tourism hosted a performance by young accordionist Nikita Kuznetsov, a student at the Gnesins Russian Academy of Music and winner of numerous international competitions.

The students of the Institute of Foreign Languages and International Tourism not only enjoyed the musician's virtuoso performance, but also had the opportunity to ask questions about the artist's professional development, competition experience, and secrets of his craft.

PSU students among the winners of the federal competition “Student Startup.”

Sergey Kufenko and Vyacheslav Kolesnikov, students of the “Innovation” program at PSU, were among the winners of the prestigious federal competition.

This year, more than 11,600 applications were submitted from 75 regions of the country and more than 320 universities. Amid such competition, our students' projects in the field of digital technologies received support for implementation.

The victory of PSU students is a contribution to achieving Russia's national goal of technological leadership. The university creates opportunities not only for acquiring knowledge, but also for turning innovative ideas into real projects.

People's Artist of the Russian Federation Konstantin Petrov will hold a master class for beginner painters as part of the Autumn Cultural Marathon 2025 project. Participants will have a unique opportunity to work with the master and see the creative process from the inside.

This cultural and educational project is being implemented with the support of the Russian Cultural Foundation and the Pyatigorsk City Administration and combines concerts, exhibitions, master classes, and creative meetings for young people.

September 8;

At 12:00 p.m.;

In Auditorium 111, Higher School of Design and Architecture.

A master class by Konstantin Petrov, People's Artist of the Russian Federation from the Higher School of Design and Architecture, was held at PSU.

Future painters had a unique opportunity to work alongside the master, see the creative process from the inside, and ask questions that interest novice artists. The atmosphere of the class was a real source of inspiration for the participants.

The event was part of the Autumn Cultural Marathon 2025 project, which brings together concerts, exhibitions, master classes, and creative meetings for students.

The Center for Armenian Language and Culture at the Institute of Foreign Languages and International Tourism at PSU invites first-year students to an amazing journey into the world of Armenian language, history, and traditions.

The meeting with first-year students will take place:

September 9;

At 3:30 p.m.;

In Room 211 of the Institute of Foreign Languages and International Tourism.

As part of the “Learning by Serving” program, Pyatigorsk State University master's student Eduard Ambartsumyan developed projects to modernize the central street of Kirov and the square in the village of Elkhotovo. The social customer was the administration of the rural settlement.

Result:

Graphic and interactive visualizations of the street and squares.

Consideration of the opinions of local residents and the capabilities of the administration.

Introduction of national motifs—Ossetian and Alanian ornaments.

The project was highly praised by the village administration. The head noted the high level of execution, attentive attitude to cultural heritage, and a modern approach to improving the territory.

The modernization ideas have been accepted and are ready for implementation. Ahead lies the transformation of Elkhotovo into a modern and comfortable place to live.

PSU student Daria Sukhovskaya is among the participants of the Potanin Foundation Laboratory.

The “It's Important to Me” Practical Laboratory was held in Moscow, bringing together the winners of the Potanin Foundation's personal philanthropy and altruism competition.

A special event was a meeting with Konstantin Khabensky, who shared his experience in charity work.

The results of the Alpha Future Grants program have been announced.

Following the meeting of the competition commission for the selection of applicants for the Alpha Future Grants program, the following ranking of grant applicants has been compiled by the Pyatigorsk State Linguistic University, a federal state budgetary educational institution of higher professional education: Grants" program, the following ranking of grant applicants was formed:

1st place – Nina Minasovna Parsegyan (12.8 points);

2nd place – Daria Nikolaevna Sukhovskaya (11.6 points);

3rd place – Alina Alexandrovna Levit (10 points);

4th place – Sofya Nikolaevna Pavlenko (9.4 points).

The final results are based on the average score, which is calculated from the scores given by all members of the committee.

PSU has been included in Vladimir Potanin's foundation's ranking of the country's best universities.

The ranking assesses not only academic results, but also leadership potential and the activity of students and teachers in science and extracurricular life. This is further confirmation of PSU's high status and the quality of its master's programs.

PSU volunteers became part of the team that organized the Jazz Waters jazz festival.

As the coordinators note, student participation in such events not only contributes to the development of the volunteer movement, but also gives them the opportunity to acquire unique skills in the field of event organization and cultural life of society.

Volunteering in the field of culture has been and remains one of the most important and favorite areas of activity for PSU volunteers.

In honor of Tourism Day, the Hospitality Industry Center of the Institute of Foreign Languages and International Tourism at PSU, together with the Mineralka Tour Club, is organizing a trip to the Karachay-Cherkess Republic.

You will enjoy the clean air and sound of water at the Medovy Waterfalls, take unforgettable photos against the backdrop of the natural monument at Mount Koltsa, and experience hospitality and comfort at the Tea House.

September 27;

1600 rubles (transfer and excursion included):

Horseback riding: +800 rubles (1 hour, optional);

Meals are not included in the basic price.

Reserve your spot by September 22!

For all questions and reservations, call: 8 (905) 448-33-74

PSU will host a meeting of the Why? How? Who? network club with Nikolai Badulin, candidate of technical sciences, business angel, and CEO of FiBr OJSC.

The program includes: global challenges of the digital age, strategizing methods, and practical analysis of startup projects.

September 12;

In the reading room of the PSU library (9 Kalinina Ave.);

From 12:20 p.m. to 3:20 p.m.