An all-Russian seminar was held at the New Chersonesos Museum and Temple Complex with the participation of Valery Falkov, Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.

Participants discussed the formation of the socio-humanitarian part of the unified core of higher education—the basis of a new model that will unite the humanities for all students of Russian universities.

The rector of PSU, chairman of the Council of Rectors of Universities of the North Caucasus Federal District, Professor Alexander Pavlovich Gorbunov, took part in the discussion, emphasizing: “The fundamental importance of the social and humanitarian core in terms of life and activity is higher than the fundamental importance of the natural science and technological components of education.”

Teachers of secondary vocational education at PSU – S.N. Bashkirova, I.S. Stroeva, B.A. Agadzhanov – took part in the fifth anniversary All-Russian Forum of Class Teachers.

After going through several stages of selection, from questionnaires to tests and video presentations, they received certificates of participation in the forum.

Pyatigorsk State University has launched its first intra-university competition in the discipline of “Ethno-Conflictology” for senior students.

More than 60 students are competing in their knowledge of ethnic conflict analysis, demonstrating the level of skills necessary for working in a multinational society. The key objective of the Olympiad is

not only to assess the level of knowledge, but also to promote the development of young people's desire for unity among peoples for the good of the Motherland.

The participating students represent the following institutions: the Institute of International Relations; the Higher School of Design and Architecture; the Institute of Foreign Languages and International Tourism; the Institute of Translation Studies, Russian Studies, and Multilingualism; and the Institute of Romance and Germanic Languages, Information and Humanities Technologies.

The first round of the Teaching Debut competition has been completed.

This year's theme is “Unity of Russia through the strengthening of cultural and interethnic ties.”

Team members from all faculties presented impressive performances in which they introduced their teams.

The primary branch of the Russian Children and Youth Movement “Movement of the First” at PSU is 2 years old!

The rector of PSU, Professor Alexander Pavlovich Gorbunov, addressed the participants with a welcoming speech, noting the importance of the movement's activities in the life of the university, and the rector's advisor on educational work and youth policy, Elvira Dmitrievna Kondrakova, thanked the students for their activity, responsibility, and contribution to the development of youth initiatives.

Students from the Higher School of Design and Architecture at PSU are participating in the “School of Dreams” program.

Under the guidance of teachers and experts, our students are developing a design project for School No. 1 in the city of Lermontov as part of a major renovation program.

The team has already begun work: they have conducted a study of the space and surveyed participants in the educational process.

The 11th National Abilimpix Professional Skills Championship was held in Moscow.

Representatives of Pyatigorsk State University took part in it for the first time!

Associate Professor Maria Pavlova of the Institute of International Relations served as an expert at the national stage, and fourth-year student Mariana Batdyeva took second place in the “Translator” category.

Abilimpix brings together people with special abilities from all over Russia and helps them realize their professional potential!

The INNOVATOR business club of the Department of Innovation, Marketing, and Advertising hosted the NOVA: BUSINESS UPGRADE case championship. Participants solved a real-life problem from the project's partner, the Lungo coffee shop: to develop strategies for growth and customer acquisition.

A special feature of the event was the participation of students from the Law Institute of PSU, who acted as legal experts. They helped the teams take legal aspects into account when developing business strategies.

The championship was attended by experts in marketing and entrepreneurship, as well as project partners: the Lungo coffee shop, the Fakt clinic, the A8 art studio, the LS stretching studio, IT TOP College, and the Russian Academy of National Economy and Public Administration under the President of the Russian Federation.

The winning team was given the opportunity to implement their project in collaboration with the Lungo coffee shop.

PSU students took part in a large-scale event dedicated to National Unity Day!

At the foot of Mount Mashuk, in Komsomol Park, more than a thousand residents and guests of Pyatigorsk gathered to celebrate the holiday and demonstrate the strength of friendship between the peoples of the Caucasus.

The #WeAreTogether event began with the performance of the folk anthem “Mother Earth” and ended with an impressive dance of unity, in which over a thousand people took part.

The Center for International Education at PSU held a meeting with foreign students on the topics of safe living in Russia and compliance with the law.

Experts talked about measures to counter extremism and terrorism, explained the main provisions of anti-terrorism legislation, and reminded attendees of the importance of mutual respect between representatives of different cultures.

Such meetings help students adapt, understand the rules of life in Russia, and maintain an atmosphere of trust and tolerance.

The first meeting of the book club “Carried Away by Books” took place in an atmosphere of warmth, inspiration, and love for literature.

Participants shared their impressions of their favorite books, played games, discussed, and chose a new story to read together.

Each meeting is an opportunity to find like-minded people and discover new literary worlds.

The Institute of Foreign Languages, International Tourism, and Management held its traditional festival dedicated to Friendship Day.

Students presented colorful dance and music performances, and guest groups created an atmosphere of true celebration of culture and unity.

Today, PSU Rector Professor Alexander Pavlovich Gorbunov officially launched a unique professional development program designed specifically for those who are just starting their careers in science and teaching.

Over the course of three weeks, participants will take intensive modules on the most relevant topics, ranging from starting a teaching career and scientific activity to digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and educational work.

This is an opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge and experience: classes are taught by the rector, vice-rectors, and leading experts of the university. This is the first step towards professional growth, inspiration, and awareness of your mission at the university!

On November 4 and 5, Yerevan State University hosted an international conference entitled “Education and Research in Digital Age Societies,” which discussed issues of innovation in education, digital education, research processes, citizenship, and civic values in the context of digital transformations.

The conference was attended by Irina Sergeevna Miller, Associate Professor of the Department of Journalism, Media Communications and Public Relations at the Institute of International Relations of YSU, with a presentation entitled “Digital Nomads as an Obvious Political Factor and a Hypothetical Political Actor,” in which she highlighted the impact of digitalization on modern society, the spread of digital nomadism, and its influence on socio-political processes.

Digital nomadism, a rapidly growing phenomenon, is attracting increasing attention from researchers and politicians. In the context of accelerated digitalization and globalization, not only are new work tasks and forms of employment emerging, but also new forms of social and political organization that are not linked to the traditional concept of the state as a territorial unit.

The conference was attended by scientists, teachers, and researchers from various countries, including Armenia, the United States, the United Kingdom, Austria, the Czech Republic, and Russia.

The second Parents. Online 2.0 forum is being held at PSU.

This large-scale event aims to support parents by providing them with specific tools and real-life examples for solving pressing issues in one of the most important areas of life: raising children.

The rector of PSU, chairman of the Council of Rectors of Universities of the North Caucasus Federal District, Professor Alexander Pavlovich Gorbunov, addressed the forum participants with a welcoming speech.

He noted the importance of open dialogue between teachers, parents, and experts, emphasizing that raising the younger generation is a shared responsibility of the family, school, and society.

The event was organized by the Russian Children and Youth Center together with the Russian Society “Znanie.”

The Institute of Foreign Languages and International Tourism at PSU presented its programs at the Regional Career Fair and Festival in the historical park “Russia – My History.”

In the interactive “Immersion Zone,” teachers and students from the Institute held master classes on tourism, hospitality, and restaurant management.

Schoolchildren from the Stavropol Region tried their hand at being tour guides, administrators, and service specialists, while IIAMT partners Ladya and Light talked about employment opportunities in the region's tourism industry.

Over two days, the Institute team conducted immersive tours for 2,000 schoolchildren, contributing to the development of career guidance and the promotion of professions in the hospitality industry.

PSU launched the All-Russian campaign “Axiological Dictation.”

The campaign aims to preserve and strengthen traditional Russian spiritual and moral values. PSU students were the first in the country to take a 25-question test on state symbols, memorable dates, value orientations, and quotes from prominent cultural figures.

Representatives of the university's administration and faculty gave welcoming speeches, noting the importance of the initiative for the formation of civic responsibility and the strengthening of the spiritual foundations of the individual.

Participants received personalized certificates, and the “Axiological Dictation” became a step toward the development of a conscious attitude toward the values and history of Russia.

PSU students took part in a round table discussion on youth employment and the impact of current trends on the labor market. Participants agreed that success is possible when there is a balance between creativity and practical skills.

The FANK Science Film Days have kicked off at PSU.

They'll run until November 14. This project is meant to introduce students to modern films about science and maybe even inspire them to do their own research.

The opening film of the festival is Anastasia Zverkova's documentary Music of the Stars, which attempts to draw the attention of a wide audience to the starry sky and show that it is not a lifeless space, but a unique and dynamic world.

The film's main characters, astrophysicists Alexander Moskvitin and Alexei Medvedev, attended the screening and afterwards shared their impressions of working on the project with the audience, as well as talking about modern methods of space exploration and the combination of science and creativity.

The screenings were organized by the FANK Festival of Contemporary Scientific Cinema with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation as part of the Decade of Science and Technology.

The team of the Primary Trade Union Organization of Students and Postgraduates of PSU at the All-Russian competition for the best student council of dormitories “OBSHAGA” of the Russian Federation.

From October 30 to November 2, more than 400 participants gathered in Moscow to improve the activities of student councils of dormitories.

The forum featured a rich educational program, during which participants attended lectures and improved their knowledge. There was also a round table discussion on current issues in the regulatory framework for student dormitories.

The anniversary “Great Ethnographic Dictation” took place in the Stavropol Region!

Students of the Institute of Foreign Languages and International Tourism took part in the 10th All-Russian educational project “Great Ethnographic Dictation.” The event was held in the historical parks “Russia - My History” in Pyatigorsk.

The campaign traditionally brings together residents from all over the country, helping them learn more about the culture and traditions of the peoples of Russia.