PSU faculty participated in the federal educational program "Mashuk."

From September 23 to 26, the Mashuk Knowledge Center hosted the educational program "Modern Practices and Tools for Educational Work in Higher Education," bringing together 150 faculty members and administrative and management teams from Russian universities.

Pyatigorsk State University was represented by an inter-institutional team of six faculty and specialists, combining expertise in innovation, law, youth policy, linguistics, tourism, art, and design.

Over the course of four days, participants explored modern approaches to mentoring and educational work, discussed the role of faculty, the development of university communities, and new formats for interacting with students, and also participated in master classes and teamwork.

Participation in the federal program provided the PSU team with an opportunity to exchange experiences with colleagues from Russian universities, strengthen professional ties, and gain new tools for developing educational work and student initiatives.

Recently, the "Dream. Goal. Result" forum for first-year students, organized by the Student and Graduate Council, was held in Mashuk.

Elvira Dmitrievna Kondrakova, Advisor to the Rector for Educational Work and Youth Policy, delivered an inspiring opening speech.

Over three action-packed days, participants participated in engaging training sessions that developed dexterity, resourcefulness, and ingenuity, and attended educational modules where they learned about the development opportunities offered by the Student Council.

All first-year students who attended this wonderful event took home vivid emotions, new acquaintances, and, of course, warm memories that will warm their hearts for years to come.

PSU participated in the XXXIX session of the Scientific Council on the History of Education and Pedagogical Science.

The international scientific and practical conference "The University's Mission in the Professional Education of Teachers: Historical and Pedagogical Discourse and Current Trends" was held at I.S. Turgenev Oryol State University.

I.B. Fedotova, Doctor of Pedagogical Sciences and Director of the Institute of Translation, Russian Studies, and Multilingualism, based on PSU's experience and chaired the "Historical Memory in Pedagogics" section. Thus, the Pyatigorsk historical and pedagogical school was well represented at the international forum, which is the main venue for presenting the key results of the scientific and pedagogical work of the country's leading universities.

The conference was held as part of the XXXIX session of the Scientific Council on the Problems of the History of Education and Pedagogical Science at the Department of Philosophy of Education and Theoretical Pedagogy of the Russian Academy of Education.

PSU held an Open Day.

Pyatigorsk State University opened its doors to prospective students and their parents. Guests were introduced to the university, its infrastructure, educational opportunities, and student life.

At the opening ceremony, participants watched a film about PSU, after which the university's rector, Professor Alexander Pavlovich Gorbunov, delivered a welcoming address. Alexander Pavlovich spoke about the specifics of student education and training at PSU, as well as the upcoming 2027 admissions campaign.

Ekaterina Vladimirovna Efimova, Vice Rector for Strategic Development and Innovative Project Activities, introduced guests to opportunities to earn additional points for individual achievements.

Alla Viktorovna Grigorieva, Head of the Center for Pre-University Education, Career Guidance, and Adaptation Technologies, discussed the procedures for administering the Basic State Exam (BSE) and Unified State Exam (USE) in 2027, as well as supplementary education programs.

The Open Day provided prospective students with an opportunity to learn more about PSU and take another step toward making an informed choice of profession and life path.

The literary heritage of the North Caucasus was presented at the Lenin Library.

The Russian State Library hosted the presentation of the "Anthology of Literature of the Peoples of the North Caucasus." The five volumes of this large-scale publication were prepared by Pyatigorsk State University and published by Sneg Publishing House between 2022 and 2026.

For the first time in this format, the anthology brings together the literary heritage of the peoples of the North Caucasus in Russian translations – from the earliest original works to contemporary literature. The five volumes allow us to trace the development of the region's literary traditions and explore the diversity of its artistic culture.

Presentation participants discussed the history of the development of the literatures of the peoples of the North Caucasus, the characteristics of their artistic heritage, and the contemporary impact of their works. Special attention was paid to the significance of the anthology as a scholarly and educational project aimed at preserving and popularizing the literary heritage of the peoples of Russia.

This publication will be of interest not only to philologists, literary scholars, historians, and cultural researchers, but also to anyone who wants to discover the diversity of Russian literature and see the country's shared cultural space through the language of fiction.

Five PSU students have been awarded scholarships from the Stavropol Krai Governor.

The following students have been awarded scholarships:

Ellada Eduardovna Allahverdova;

Aleksandr Semenovich Kazyuba;

Aleksandra Nikolaevna Ostapenko;

Valentina Vladimirovna Yelkina;

David Alanovich Khinchagov.

The scholarship is awarded to students for outstanding academic achievement, research, and community service.

The monthly payment is 15,000 rubles for secondary vocational students and 22,000 rubles for higher education students. The scholarship is paid by the Stavropol Krai Ministry of Education beginning September 1st throughout the academic year.

"We have many such stars. I am proud of our youth and promise that we will continue to create all the conditions for everyone to realize their potential and build a successful future here in Stavropol Krai," said Vladimir Vladimirov, Governor of Stavropol Krai.

Pyatigorsk State University celebrated the opening of a Mother and Child Room, created as part of the "Help Mom Study" project.

PSU Rector Alexander Pavlovich Gorbunov ceremoniously cut the red ribbon. He noted the importance of creating comfortable conditions for young parents, wished them well-being, and emphasized that the university will continue to develop support measures for students and staff with children.

Olga Viktorovna Petrova, Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, warmly congratulated the gathered young parents with children, representatives of the university's management, and its public organizations on the opening of the Mother and Child Room via video link. She noted the importance of achieving the goals of the national "Family" project and creating opportunities for parents to combine education and professional work with childcare.

The equipment for these cozy rooms was funded by a targeted subsidy from the Russian Ministry of Education and Science and co-financing from PSU. The new space is now available to students and staff with children. Its premises are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable short-term stay with a child: a place for feeding and changing, a children's play area, a bathroom, and a relaxation area.

A discussion panel entitled "International Agenda in the Age of Digital Media" was held at the Institute of International Relations at Pyatigorsk State University.

Anton Mikhailovich Shitikov, Advisor to the International News Agency "Rossiya Segodnya," addressed future journalists, media professionals, and public relations specialists.

"A professional in international relations must be able to perceive any content, even shocking, as purely work material, maintaining emotional stability and the ability to identify manipulative techniques. If work constantly evokes strong emotional reactions and unsettles a person, it is recommended to change to a less stressful field," noted A.M. Shitikov.

The main topics of the discussion were:

how the international agenda is changing in the digital environment;

what skills are needed today by students majoring in media;

the high level of responsibility of international journalists.

The discussion provided an opportunity to discuss current challenges in the modern media environment and gain practical guidance from a specialist with professional experience.

Valerievich Arturov, Chairman of the Board of the All-Russian Public-State Movement of Children and Youth "Movement of the First," visited PSU.

As part of the visit, a meeting was held with PSU Rector Alexander Pavlovich Gorbunov and the Rector's Advisor for Educational Work and Youth Policy, Elvira Dmitrievna Kondrakova. The participants discussed cooperation between the university and the "Movement of the First," as well as prospects for joint work in the area of ​​youth education and development.

Artur Valerievich also visited the Patriotic Education Center, the L.K. Klenevskaya PSU History Museum, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. He attended a presentation, "Milestones of the Era in Faces and Fates," dedicated to the history of the university and the people associated with its development.

Pyatigorsk State University held a student tourism video business card competition, "Caucasus in Frame," as part of Tourism Week. It was dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the revival of the Caucasian Mountain Society.

The competition was initiated and organized by M.I. Chernienko, a lecturer in the department, who prepared the event, attracted partners, and assembled the expert jury. She also served as the host of the in-person round. E.V. Khubieva, a lecturer in the department, also participated in organizing and running the competition.

The participants' task was to create a short video business card for a tourist attraction in the Caucasian Mineral Waters region and present it in a way that would attract potential tourists. During the in-person round, the participants presented their projects, discussed their selection of sites and video ideas, and answered questions from the jury.

Following the results of the competition, the winners were determined, and the grand prize was a certificate for a visit to the indoor pool at the Pyatigorsk Narzan sanatorium. In conclusion, E.N. Goncharova, Head of the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, presented the expert jury with letters of gratitude for their professional evaluation of the work and support of student initiatives.

"Caucasus in Frame" brought together tourism, modern media technologies, and student creativity, allowing the participants to reimagine the tourism potential of the Caucasian Mineral Waters.

Pyatigorsk State University held entrepreneurship training sessions for students. Two days of intensive work, new ideas, and vibrant emotions followed.

Participants explored the topic, simulated the creation of their own project, and learned about opportunities for further development. Everyone was able to choose their own path: some joined the team of an existing project, others designed or launched their own startup, and still others received the necessary resources to realize their idea.

Experts carefully selected the materials, evaluated the programs, and compiled cutting-edge cases and trends in tech entrepreneurship. Participants gained the knowledge that aspiring startuppers truly need.

These two days included the training program "Technograd: Startup Creation"—a life-simulating game that allowed everyone to discover their potential and abilities.

The training sessions are part of the University Technological Entrepreneurship Platform, part of the federal project "Technologies" and part of the national project "Efficient and Competitive Economy."

The PSU Volunteer Center and the PSU LAMPA creative association supported a large-scale three-day jazz festival, which took place in a cozy open-air courtyard in the heart of Pyatigorsk.

The PSU Volunteer Center helped with the event, greeting and coordinating guests and festival participants.

Each day of the festival was dedicated to a specific musical genre:

September 18 – Electronic Jazz Dance Day:

Murad Ibragimov;

Lay Far Dance Orchestra.

September 19 – Fusion and Original Music Day:

Space Dust;

Anton Gorbunov Trio.

September 20 – Traditions Day:

Opus;

Daniel Adiyants Trio.

Behind every great event is a team of people who help it happen. PSU volunteers became part of this team and contributed to the Jazzwatersfest.

PSU is opening a new season of entrepreneurship training.

This semester, PSU trainers will conduct a series of training sessions under the TechnoGrad program for students from leading Russian universities in the North Caucasus, Volga, Southern, Far Eastern, and Northwestern Federal Districts.

Participants will have the opportunity to gain practical entrepreneurial experience, assess their own competencies, and take the first steps toward creating a technology project.

As part of the TechnoGrad training program, participants will participate in a life-simulating game that will help them discover their potential and abilities. Students will experience the role of technology entrepreneurs and discover their passion for the field. Together with their team, they will develop a smart city model and package it into a finished project for presentation.

The training sessions are part of the University Technological Entrepreneurship Platform, part of the federal project "Technologies" of the national project "Efficient and Competitive Economy."

PSU Open Day will be held on September 26th.

PSU will host an Open Day for high school students in grades 8–11 and their parents.

During the event, participants will have the opportunity to:

Get acquainted with the university, its unique educational programs, and its cutting-edge model of personal and professional development;

Learn more about applicants' individual achievements, which qualify them for additional points during university admissions;

Finalize their career path at the university's Preparatory Department;

Receive up-to-date information on OGE and USE preparation and the 2027 exam procedures.

Participants will be given a guided tour of the university.

Tours: from 9:00 AM;

Start: 10:00 AM.

Venue: Pyatigorsk, Kalinina Avenue, 9.

PSU at the International Youth Festival.

From September 11th to 17th, Yekaterinburg hosted one of the country's largest youth events, the 2026 International Youth Festival.

Sofya Nikolaevna Pavlenko, a lecturer in the Department of Psychology of Personality and Professional Activity at PSU, was among the participants of this large-scale event. The festival brought together 10,000 participants from 191 countries, with over 113,000 applications submitted.

Over 150 world-class speakers addressed the participants during the festival. The event concluded with a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Viktorovich Lavrov, which Pavlenko also attended.

As part of Tourism Week, dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the revival of the Caucasian Mountain Society, the Institute of Foreign Languages ​​and International Tourism of Pyatigorsk State University is holding a tourism video business card competition, "The Caucasus in Frame."

Students from all PSU institutes are invited to participate; they can participate individually or as part of a team.

Entertainers are asked to choose a tourist location in the Caucasian Mineral Waters—a natural landmark, tourist attraction, historical site, urban route, or other tourist attraction—and create a short video business card for it.

Particular attention is given to locations related to the history and activities of the Caucasian Mountain Society.

Entries will be evaluated by a jury of representatives from the media and tourism industries, and the authors of the best video business cards will receive prizes and awards.

Applications and competition entries will be accepted until September 18th.

September 22nd: Competition finale and presentation of entries.

All video business card requirements, deadlines, and submission procedures are specified in the Competition Rules.

https://disk.yandex.ru/d/938XqUlNJkD5Pw

Five students of Pyatigorsk State University became winners of the competition for a scholarship from the Government of the Russian Federation for the 2026/2027 academic year.

The scholarship recipients were:

Alexandra Dashko;

Denis Petrenko;

Anna Tsygankova;

Valeria Kushnareva;

Sarmat Bitarov.

Receiving a scholarship from the Government of the Russian Federation is recognition of high academic results, achievements and significant potential of students.

PSU held its first extended Academic Council meeting of the new academic year.

The agenda of the extended meeting of the PSU Academic Council (which was attended by heads and staff of all university departments and student organizations) included the following:

The results of the 2026 university admissions process;

PSU's priorities and key objectives as a co-integrated, ideologically-focused, transformative, and creative university for the 2026/2027 academic year in the context of the updated Development Program to 2036;

Approval of the work plan of the PSU Academic Council for the 2026/2027 academic year and a list of priority issues for consideration by the Academic Councils of Institutes/Higher Schools and Departments in the 2026/2027 academic year;

Approval of the Regulation on the Organization of Socio-Political Work at the Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education "PSU";

Also, approval of the updated Regulation on the Effective Contract and a discussion of organizational measures for the full university staff's participation in the upcoming parliamentary elections.

In his speech, Alexander Pavlovich Gorbunov outlined and described the university's main priority and key objectives for the 2026/2027 academic year in the context of the updated Development Program to 2036 and reported on the successful results of the admissions campaign.

PSU has selected a candidate for the "Alpha-Future" grant.

A meeting of the selection committee chaired by Professor Elvira Kondrakova, Advisor to the Rector for Educational Work and Youth Policy, was held at Pyatigorsk State University. The committee selected the university's candidate for a grant under the "Alpha-Future Grants for Faculty" program.

The goal of the competitive selection is to identify and support young PSU faculty members who demonstrate significant achievements in teaching, contribute to improving the quality of education, including through the introduction and implementation of a new educational model, and enhance the university's academic competitiveness.

Following the competitive selection process, Alina Levit, Associate Professor of the Department of Oriental Languages ​​and Cultures and Junior Research Fellow at the PSU Research and Educational Center for Applied Linguistics, Terminology, and Lingvocognitive Technologies, was named the winner. She has been recommended for a grant of 250,000 rubles.

The Institute of Foreign Languages ​​and International Tourism (IFLMT) of PSU invites submissions to the scientific journal "Language and Culture in the Era of Integration of Scientific Knowledge and Professionalization of Education."

Scholars, lecturers, researchers, foreign language teachers, graduate and master's students, and undergraduate students are invited to submit their articles.

The issue's topics include contemporary research in linguistics, intercultural communication, linguodidactics, digitalization of education, cognitive and corpus linguistics, translation studies, psycholinguistics, language policy, and other areas.

All articles are peer-reviewed and checked using the Antiplagiat system (originality: at least 75%).

Submission deadline: November 10, 2026.

Submissions should be sent to: conference.iiyamt@pgu.ru

A historic event in the development of Islamic theology in Russia has received official confirmation.

On December 23, 2025, a historic event occurred in the Russian scientific and educational space – for the first time in the history of Russian science, a dissertation in the academic specialty 5.11.2 "Historical Theology (Research Focus: Islam)" was successfully defended under the state academic certification system.

A dissertation entitled "The Islamic Concept of Religious Tolerance as Interpreted by Tatar Theologians of the Volga and Ural Regions in the 18th – Early 20th Centuries" was submitted for consideration by the dissertation council. The author of the study was Ramis Albertovich Fatkhullin. Stanislav Konstantinovich Osipov, PhD, Associate Professor at Pyatigorsk State University, served as the research supervisor.

The dissertation was completed with the scientific and organizational support of the Department for the Coordination of Research and Innovative Project Activities in Specialist, Master's, and Postgraduate Studies at Pyatigorsk State University.

Following a meeting on December 23, 2025, the dissertation council unanimously decided to award Ramis Albertovich Fatkhullin the degree of Candidate of Theology.

In August 2026, this decision received final official confirmation, based on the conclusion of the Higher Attestation Commission (HAC), by order of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation: Ramis Albertovich Fatkhullin was awarded a Candidate of Theology certificate.

PSU continues to make a significant contribution to the development of theological education and science, the training of highly qualified academic and teaching staff, and the formation of a modern academic school in the field of historical theology.