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ITMO among Russia’s top 3 universities for AI specialists The newest AI Alliance ranking has placed ITMO in the elite group, based on a survey of 140 tech companies. Out of 193 universities from 58 Russian regions, we are in the top three! Read the full story here⚡️️️ #itmoinfo 👍 ITMO on VK

Happy Russian Language Day! 🤓

Are you a sports fan? Then you’re in luck! 🏟️ In St. Petersburg, you don’t have to wait for major championships or even buy expensive tickets: every summer, the streets, rivers, and canals of the city double as sports arenas for all kinds of athletes. We’ve put together some major events to look forward to. Learn more about each of them here📌 #stp

Big ideas, smart systems, and summer vibes 🌟 Here’s your weekly digest from ITMO: 🤖 Researcher Alexey Vedyakov talks opportunities for robotics PhD students at ITMO: from manipulator robots to physical AI. 🧠 ITMO and AIRI have launched the new Multiagent Intelligence and Adaptive Systems lab, where researchers will create self-learning AI systems. ⚛️ Also in partnership with AIRI, ITMO has opened a virtual AI-powered lab for digital molecule design, where scientists can remotely model complex molecular systems. And now, some important posts you might’ve missed 👇 🌞 Summer is finally here, but so is exam season! We shared useful tips to help you stay focused, prepared, and ready to ace your tests. 🚴 This week, 100+ students kicked off the summer season at the Bike Ride with the Rector. #newsdigest 👍 ITMO on VK

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Yesterday, we welcomed summer the ITMO way — at the Bike Ride with the Rector! Just look at those happy faces 😍 Our giveaway winner, Abdelsalam Basyony, a second-year student of robotics and AI, also joined the ride. In his own words:

It was fantastic! Thanks to university life, I’d almost forgotten that cycling used to be one of my hobbies. But yesterday, ITMO reminded me of it! For two hours, it felt like St. Petersburg belonged to cyclists. We cruised through the city with music playing, photographers everywhere, alongside the Rector, and an incredible atmosphere all around. The only challenge was trying to look athletic while smiling for the cameras! 🙂‍↔️

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Persistence is the name of the game 🏅 Now in his second year of Bachelor’s studies, Jofani Patrice has learned that the biggest challenges always come with the biggest rewards.

The biggest challenge is adapting to a new language, culture, and environment. I overcame all of these by being persistent and consistent about my dream, and most of all, by staying positive and not giving up no matter what situation I found myself in.

⚡️️️Read Jofani’s full interview here #itmofaces 👍 ITMO on VK

Good news: summer’s here 🌞 Bad news: exams are here, too 🥲 But don’t panic — you can definitely ace all your tests. Here are some tips to rely on: 🖇️ Manage your time: plan your revision with to-do lists (so you don’t forget anything) and use time blocking to separate exam prep for different subjects. 🖇️ If you are struggling to start, try out the pomodoro method: work for 25 minutes, then take a 5 minute break. Rinse and repeat! 🖇️ Plan your rest. This is the one thing we often forget and yet the better rested we are, the better we can perform. Schedule at least half an hour of downtime at the end of your prep days. 🖇️ If you can do one thing for yourself, try and maintain your sleep schedule. Apart from all the other benefits of sleep, it’s what helps you store what you learn in your long-term memory. 🖇️ To keep your spirits up, celebrate even small victories, not just passing your test: revising a complex topic, solving a practice problem, or even bringing yourself to the library or coworking space in the first place — you can pat yourself on the back for any of these! Good luck with all your exams! We believe in you ☘️

The Bike Ride with the Rector is tomorrow 🚴 First off, congratulations to our winner, Abdelsalam Basyony, who gets a free bike for the day! Please DM us to claim your prize. We look forward to seeing everyone at the ride tomorrow! As usual, here are some tips if you weren’t able to secure a bike via the registration form: 🔵The route may include areas restricted for kicksharing services. To avoid any issues, we recommend renting a regular bicycle rather than an e-bike/e-scooter. 🔵Around the starting point of the ride, there are several designated parking areas of SmartBike, a stationless bike rental service. Be sure to download the app to check availability in advance! 🔵Another option is to rent from Velomarka. In this case, you may find it more convenient to arrive via the Begovaya metro station and then get to the starting point by bike. 🔵If you happen to be a bit late or can’t find the gathering point on the day of the ride, please contact our volunteers – we’ll add their names to this post tomorrow. 📆 June 2, 7:00 pm 📍 Primorsky Victory Park 🔗 Register for the ride here

ITMO among Russia’s top universities by employer reputation! 🏆 Per Forbes Education, ITMO has retained its place among the top 10 and is now ranked #2 in St. Petersburg – a reflection of the demand for ITMO graduates on the job market. #itmoinfo 👍 ITMO on VK

Another week, another set of achievements ✨ Here’s your weekly ITMO update: ⛸️ ITMO student, professional figure skater, and Olympic athlete Petr Gumennik has joined the Forbes Russia 30 Under 30 list in the Sports and eSports category. 🤖 ITMO, Skolkovo School of Management, and Yandex have launched a new program heads of AI teams, who will develop AI integration strategies, roadmaps, and financial models for businesses. 🎖️ WWII veteran, LITMO graduate, and ITMO researcher Vasiliy Reshetkin celebrated his 100th birthday after a lifetime of service — from fighting in WWII at 17 to developing high-speed film cameras with LITMO scientists. And now, some featured post recaps from this week 👇 🚴 It’s time for Bike Ride with the Rector! Join ITMO students next Tuesday with your bike, scooter, or roller skates. One international student can win a free bike rental for the day! 🥰 Looking for the perfect study spot in St. Petersburg? From cozy coworking spaces to budget-friendly cafés, we shared our favorite places to stay productive beyond campus. #newsdigest 👍 ITMO on VK

Is there a better place than an ITMO coworking space? 🥰 We can’t give you an impartial answer, but if you ever need (or want) to be productive beyond the university or your dorm room, here are our favorite locations to study for free – or on a dime – in St. Petersburg.

At least you’re all in this together 😮‍💨 👍 ITMO on VK

First came the cold – then the warmth 🇮🇳 Arnab Bose arrived in a new country with unfamiliar language, weather, and daily routines. Now, he’s thriving in ITMO’s Foundation Program and preparing for a future in physics research.

What really attracted me was the depth and structure of the Master’s programs in Russia. I found them to be very detailed and academically focused. ITMO also stood out because of its strong reputation, modern atmosphere, and the opportunities it offers to international students.

➡️ Read Arnab’s full interview here #itmofaces 👍 ITMO on VK

Happy birthday St. Petersburg 🐴 On May 27, our beloved city turns 323! To mark the occasion, we invite you to take a look at the heart of the city, aka Palace Square, and learn about some of the most notable events in its history: from a game of “living chess” in 1924 to a Paul McCartney concert in 2004. And just one more way to remember how beautiful our city is: share your favorite photos of St. Pete in the comments below.

White nights in St. Petersburg: magical, beautiful, and… impossible to sleep through? 🌙 If you’re an international student experiencing this for the first time, you’ve probably noticed that from late May to mid‑July, the sun never really sets. Great for evening walks. Not so great for your sleep! But don’t worry, there are ways to rest better during the twilight. We’ve rounded them up for you 😴 #stp 👍 ITMO on VK

ITMO is coming to Minsk 🇧🇾 This week, representatives of ITMO University will be attending the educational section of the International Exhibition of Advanced Technology in Minsk, the capital of Belarus! We invite students, as well as their parents, to come and learn more about Bachelor’s and Master’s programs at ITMO and the available scholarship opportunities. 📆 May 26-29 📍 Minsk-Arena, Pobediteley Pr. 111a

It’s time for the Bike Ride with the Rector 🚴 Take your bike, scooter, or roller skates and join us for our biannual bike ride next Tuesday, June 2! 🎁 One lucky international student will get a free bike rental for the day! Check the details on our VK. 📆 June 2, 7 pm 📍 Primorsky Victory Park (Krestovsky Ostrov metro station) 🔗 Register for the ride here

Registration for ITMO Family Day is now open! ☀️ Get ready for an open-air summer festival, an unconventional graduation celebration, and plenty of fun activities for everyone. 📅 July 11 📍300th Anniversary Park Register here🩵 #events 👍 ITMO on VK