Faculty of Social Sciences

The Faculty of Social Sciences has launched the Club of International Students (CIS) this academic year. Its goal is to facilitate the integration of international students into the life of the Faculty by organizing joint events. On September 25, the first meeting of the Russian‑speaking group for international students was held as part of the CIS. The meeting, which focused on Russian culture, was conducted by Sofya Cherepnina, a third‑year student at HSE. The participants were international students with varying levels of Russian-language proficiency – from beginners to those who speak the language confidently. The first meeting brought together several dozen students.

At the end of July the city of Sagana (Kenya) hosted the World Rafting Cup—the sport’s biggest international competition, drawing competitors from around the world. While it was the debut international tournament for HSE students, they achieved great success, with the Russian crew winning the bronze medal in the Mixed category.

In early June, the Science Republic initiative of the Centre for Student Academic Development presented popular science projects at the Science and Ice Cream Festival at VDNKh. On June 5, 13, and 14, HSE University ran an extensive programme of events, from lectures to intellectual games. The events took place at the BIOTECH Museum, Museum of Urban Economy of Moscow, and Smart City pavilions.