My Experience as a Guest Lecturer and Speaker in Different Countries
As a student of the Innovation Entrepreneurship Master's program at ITMO University, I was presented with various opportunities to cooperate with various universities.
Tackling Self-Improvement: From Consumerism to Actioning
Self-development, or self-improvement, as some may put it, has become quite a buzzword and a ubiquitous topic of interest, especially in the digital media space, garnering attention from both millennials and gen-z, as more than ever, people are aware of their emotions, skills, and strengths.
The Eye-Opening Journey of Language Learning
Learning foreign languages is a beautiful journey through history and traditions and even your own mind. In this article, I’m going to share its spectacular beauty with you and show you how far you can go without moving an inch.
Exploring the Museum of Cosmonautics and Rocket Technology
The Museum of Cosmonautics and Rocket Technology is one of the most famous and special museums in St. Petersburg. Exploring this museum is not just an excursion, but a fascinating journey into the history of Russian cosmonautics.
ITMO’s Buddy System
The Buddy System is a dedicated project of ITMO within the ITMO.STUDENTS club system to help international students settle down in a foreign country, interact with local students, and provide support with the dormitory move-in, medical checkups and all the other necessary administrative procedures. A buddy is like your first friend in Russia who helps you with adjusting to campus life, making new friends, and building relationships with people who can help you navigate your academic and social experiences.
Three Health Issues Associated With Working on a Computer — and Three Ways to Deal With Them
If you’ve been on the internet in the last couple of years, you have definitely heard of "investment in education" - basically, one of the key lines in marketing of various online-courses, especially when it comes to the IT sphere. But there is another investment that you can make if you want not only to make money in the future, but to save some — by not spending more than you have to on doctors and treatments. And if you are not the frugal type, maybe you’ll be interested in saving yourself from unpleasantries that come with illnesses associated with working on a computer. But what exactly are those?
How NOT to Start Coding
Nowadays, the field of software engineering is a very attractive one, looming with big opportunities, easy guides, and amazing working conditions, as well as high salaries. It's no surprise that there are a lot of people wishing to get into it, which produces countless arguments and advice on the subject of "where do I even begin?" But will that help you?
Abs in 2 WEEKS or Abs-olutely NO: Do Abs Challenges Actually Work?
You definitely have seen an abs challenge in the last two years, or maybe even have participated in one — maybe in the famous Chloe Ting’s Abs in 2 weeks, or blogilates' 100 Days of Abs — those videos were all the rage during the lockdown era. Now, as the hype seems to be wearing off, is the best time to reflect on those and find out if they are actually worth spending your time on.
Study Tips for University Students
As a university student here at ITMO, you are likely facing a unique set of challenges when it comes to studying and academic success. With so many distractions and competing priorities, it can be difficult to stay focused and motivated. But with the right approach and tools, you can make the most of your time and achieve all your goals. Here are some tips to help you study more effectively.
My First Experience of the Russian Winter
"It's the life of the crystal, the architect of the flake, the fire of the frost, the soul of the sunbeam. This crisp winter air is full of it." - John Burroughs