A working meeting with a delegation from Yerevan State University was held at Pyatigorsk State University. The Armenian university was represented by leading experts in philology and intercultural communication, including members of the Department of English Philology, European Languages, and Communication: Department Head A.T. Knyazyan, Department Professor S.K. Gasparyan, and Department Lecturer E.D. Sargsyan.

Pyatigorsk University was represented by PSU Rector A.P. Gorbunov; PSU Vice-Rector for the Development of Spiritual and Ideological Strategic Guidelines and Human Resources, State-Interfaith and Intercultural Interaction, Associate Professor I.D. Ibragimov; Head of the Department of International Relations and Educational Programs, Associate Professor V.E. Mishin; Assistant to the Rector for Relations with International Organizations D.G. Kaplin; and Director of the Institute of Foreign Languages ​​and International Tourism, Professor A.M. Akopyants, and E.E. Avanesova, coordinator of internationalization and international cooperation at the Institute of Foreign Languages ​​and International Tourism.

During the constructive dialogue, the parties not only confirmed their intention to develop the partnership but also outlined specific areas for joint work.

A methodology for understanding verbal art was discussed at PSU.

Seda Gasparyan, a Doctor of Philology and Professor in the Department of English Philology at the Faculty of European Languages ​​and Communications at Yerevan State University, addressed the audience on the topic "Concerning the Methodology of Understanding Verbal Art."

Professor Seda Gasparyan not only presented her own perspective on the methodology but also engaged the audience in dialogue, emphasizing that understanding verbal art is the foundation of successful intercultural communication.

Cooperation between PSU and YSU opens new horizons for academic exchange and enriches educational programs with relevant international practices.

New students from Colombia arrived at PSU's Center for International Education to begin studying Russian as a foreign language.

During their first few days, the students became familiar with the university environment, took a sightseeing tour of Pyatigorsk, and explored the modern classrooms and laboratories. They were introduced to the faculties and key academic programs—from linguistics and international relations to economics, law, and IT—and were also told about the university's history, admissions opportunities, and prospects for academic and professional development. Special attention was paid to the university's international activities and programs for international students.

The students' arrival marked another step in developing international cooperation and strengthening cultural exchange.

The intra-university Olympiad "Artificial Intelligence in Economics" has concluded at PSU.

The Olympiad was organized by the Department of Economics, Management, and Finance. Participants solved tests and a case study, and used neural networks to complete a professional and creative assignment. Over 40 students competed, 25 passed all stages, and 8 became prize winners and nominees!

Winners:

1st place – Adelina Tavasieva (Institute of Translation Studies, Russian Studies, and Multilingualism);

2nd place – Alina Dzhioeva (Institute of Romano-Germanic Languages, Information and Humanitarian Technologies);

3rd place – Arman Melik-Tangiev (Institute of International Relations) and Ellada Allahverdova (Department of Public and Private Law Disciplines).

The nominees were: Elizaveta Bushueva (Institute of Romano-Germanic Languages, Information and Humanitarian Technologies), Edvin Tuniyants (Institute of International Relations), Regina Petryaeva (Institute of Romano-Germanic Languages, Information and Humanitarian Technologies), Angelina Artamonova (Higher School of Management).

An open lecture by a guest speaker from Yerevan State University was held.

Emma Davidovna Sargsyan addressed students and faculty on the topic "Language as a Cognitive and Social System: A Psychological Perspective."

Emma Davidovna is a lecturer in the Department of English Philology at Yerevan State University's Faculty of European Languages ​​and Communication and a graduate student in the Faculty of Philosophy and Psychology.

During her lecture, she examined the relationship between linguistic structures, cognitive processes, and social context, sparking a lively discussion.

Such meetings allow for comparison of academic schools, enriching the educational process with new approaches, and establishing strong interuniversity ties.

Portuguese without Borders – a new international course has launched at PSU.

The Institute of Foreign Languages ​​and International Tourism at PSU has launched an online course, "Portuguese as an Additional Language," for levels A1 and B1. Classes are taught by faculty from the Federal University of Minas Gerais in Brazil, ensuring complete immersion in the language, pronunciation, and cultural nuances.

The three-month course consists of 48 academic hours, and upon completion, participants will receive international certificates.

The new course opens up even more opportunities for students to network internationally and grow professionally.

The Institute of Law and Engineering at PSU held a history dictation for first-year students majoring in Jurisprudence.

Participants tested their knowledge of old and new toponyms of Pyatigorsk as part of the all-Russian competition "History of the Country – History of the Regions," dedicated to the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia.

The students not only immersed themselves in the history of their hometown but also saw how the names of streets and squares reflect the region's development, its cultural heritage, and its legal context. Experts noted the participants' high level of preparation and their genuine interest in the past of their region.

The plenary session of the regional interuniversity scientific and practical conference "Young Science – 2026" was held at PSU. The opening session featured presentations by the winners of the annual competition of scientific and innovative projects, "Innovative Potential of University Youth."

PSU Rector A.P. Gorbunov, Vice-Rector for Strategic Management, Development, and Innovative Project Activities E.V. Efimova, and Senior Analyst of the Information and Analysis Department A.V. Razduev addressed the participants with welcoming remarks, emphasizing the importance of supporting young researchers and developing scientific initiatives.

The conference brought together young scientists, graduate students, and undergraduates, serving as a platform for the exchange of ideas and the presentation of promising research projects.

PSU hosted a district seminar on the prevention of destructive behavior among young people.

The Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia for the North Caucasus Federal District initiated and organized the seminar-meeting. The event brought together representatives of government agencies, law enforcement agencies, ministries, religious denominations, and public organizations from the North Caucasus Federal District.

Participants discussed the rise in juvenile delinquency, crime prevention mechanisms, and the need for interagency cooperation to create a safe and supportive environment for young people.

During the discussions, special attention was paid to the role of educational organizations, spiritual and moral values, and the joint work of state and public institutions. Following the meeting, several participants received departmental awards.

Key events of the 13th International Congress on Cognitive Linguistics took place at PSU.

At the invitation of the organizing committee and PSU Rector Alexander Pavlovich Gorbunov, Julio César Madera Quintana, Rector of the University of Camagüey, participated in the congress. During the plenary session, he delivered a paper titled "Can Machines Think? Linguistics Facing the Challenge of Artificial Intelligence," dedicated to the challenges of artificial intelligence for modern linguistics.

An official meeting was also held with PSU Rector and Professor Alexander Pavlovich Gorbunov; Vice-Rector for the Development of Spiritual and Ideological Strategic Guidelines and Human Resources, State-Confessional and Intercultural Interaction Ibrahim Dzhavparovich Ibragimov; Head of the Department of International Relations and Educational Programs Viktor Evgenievich Mishin; Director of the Institute of Foreign Languages ​​and International Tourism Irina Mikhailovna Akopyants; and Coordinator of International Cooperation Programs Natalia Vladimirovna Khomovich.

Prospects for developing international cooperation between universities were discussed during the meeting.

The International Interuniversity Spring School "Psychology and Semantics of the Spatial Space of a North Caucasus Resort City" has opened at PSU.

The project, initiated by the Higher School of Economics, brought together researchers and students from three universities—HSE, PSU, and Samarkand State University named after Sh. Rashidov.

Ekaterina Vladimirovna Efimova, Vice-Rector for Strategic Management of Development and Innovative Project Activities, addressed the participants with welcoming remarks, emphasizing the importance of joint interdisciplinary research and strategic interuniversity partnerships in developing effective academic polylogue. Vyacheslav Ivanovich Shulzhenko, Professor of the Department of Russian Philology and Literary Creativity, and Almira Magometovna Kazieva, Professor of the Department of Literature and Pedagogical Technologies in Philological Education at the Institute of Translation Studies, Russian Studies, and Multilingualism, spoke about the key areas of work of the Center for North Caucasian Languages ​​and Cultures at PSU.

The school is dedicated to exploring business and psychological tools for analyzing urban environments. Participants will work on assessing the potential of resort towns in the North Caucasus, mastering methods for creating a psychological map of space, and developing practical recommendations for the development of tourism, business, and a comfortable urban environment.

The school will culminate in an applied project on creating unique urban spaces, integrating science, culture, and modern approaches to urban development.