Presentation of the project ‘Your Move’

On February 28, 2025, the Primakov Center hosted the presentation of the All-Russian Student Project “Your Move”! The event was organized by the Department of Extracurricular Activities of Samara University. As part of the “Your Move” project, each student this year can choose from the following tracks: “I Do” Track – Teams of participants will present their projects and go through a series of challenges for a chance to win a one-million-ruble prize. “Trailblazer” Track – First-year students will have the opportunity to make their mark, dive into the student community and its opportunities, and explore the country’s youth policy …

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EnglishClub: ‘Well begun is half done!’

Well begun is half done! On the 27th of February 2025, EnglishClub met for the first time this term and discussed how the year has started, what our plans and aspirations are, compared approaches to getting things done and shared tips! It was fun and useful. The top recommendation of the day from one of the participants was a book – we’re attaching the link so you can read it too! We also remembered idioms to talk about our endeavours – we attach this task too, check yourself. Thanks to all participants for an interesting conversation! We are looking forward …

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Unitis: ‘U.S. Migration Policy’

Unitis participants discussed migration policy in the United States of America. During the session, they identified the advantages and disadvantages of different approaches to migration policy, including restrictive and open-borders policies. In addition, participants analysed the impact of migration processes on economic, social and political stability in the United States. It is gratifying to note that new participants took part in the discussion, which indicates a growing interest in the Discussion Club’s activities and the topics discussed! Special thanks should be given to our expert – Associate Professor of the Department of General History, International Relations and Documentary Studies Alexander …

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TurkishClub: ‘Russia and Turkey: fields of cooperation’

On the 25th of February 2025, TurkishClub participants discussed a wide range of issues related to cooperation between Russia and Turkey. We clarified several aspects: Are the prospects for cultural exchange and cooperation between museums of the two countries possible? Possible! We considered possible joint educational projects and programmes in the field of education. We analysed the tools and strategies used by both countries to promote their interests and influence in the world. Considered key projects and areas of cooperation in the energy sector and industry, as well as prospects for further development. The meeting allowed the participants to gain …

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International Mother Language Day

Так же как ручей журчит, наша речь всегда звучит! Под эгидою этих слов прошёл День поэзии в Центре имени Е.М. Примакова, который был приурочен к Международному дню родного языка. Мероприятие проведено при поддержке Координационного центра Самарского университета. Участники продекламировали любимые поэтические произведения на русском и иностранных языках.Среди выступающих был и директор социально-гуманитарного института Самарского университета Александр Юрьевич Нестеров, который выступил вместе с преподавателем кафедры философии Самарского университета Анной Ивановной Деминой с произведением Иоганн Вольфганг Гёте «Фауст». Своим выступлением наш добрый друг Leo Morot погрузил нас в чарующий мир французской поэзии, наглядно продемонстрировав инструменты игры слов, понять которые помогла переводчик Ксения. …

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IberAClub: ‘Carnival Palette of Iberoamerica’

The Carnival Palette of Iberoamerica: What it was like! The participants of the Primakov Centre’s IberAClub plunged into the world of colourful carnivals from Spain to Brazil to rousing rhythms. We talked about the history of carnivals: from pagan traditions to modern interpretations of this colourful phenomenon. We simulated a meeting of Francisco Franco’s council, where we offered arguments of opponents and supporters of the prohibition of carnivals in Spain during the dictatorship. We presented ‘guides’ to some carnivals and drew parallels with similar festivities of different nations of the world. And at the end they shared their own opinions …

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DerKlub: ‘The Legend of Lorelei’

On February 18, 2025, DerKlub hosted a meeting dedicated to the mythical figure of Lorelei — the enchanting Rhine nymph whose image continues to captivate imaginations not only in Germany but around the world. Together with the participants, we… discussed various theories about the origin of the name “Lorelei” and came to a consensus on the most plausible one; explored different versions of the folk legend and reflected on the tragedy woven into its narrative; read and analyzed Heinrich Heine’s poem “Die Loreley”: we identified its literary movement, examined the characters and their relationships, and uncovered the symbolic meanings hidden …

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The Primakov Centre signed an agreement with Lomonosov Moscow State University on student internships

Рады сообщить о важном событии в жизни нашего Центра! Мы подписали соглашение о прохождении практики студентов. Теперь студенты Московского государственного университета имени М.В. Ломоносова смогут проходить стажировку в Самарском национальном исследовательском университете имени академика С.П. Королева, а студенты Самарского университета в МГУ имени М.В. Ломоносова. Это сотрудничество – еще один шаг на пути к реализации нашей миссии – поддержке талантливой молодежи и развитию образования. Уже в этом году студент Института стран Азии и Африки МГУ имени М.В. Ломоносова Анжелика Васильева успешно прошла практику в Центре имени Е.М. Примакова. Студенты получили возможность применить теоретические знания на практике, погрузиться в реальную работу …

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The exhibition ‘Development of Rocket Engineering in Russia’ opened at the northern site of Samara University

15-22 февраля 2025 года в Самарском национальном исследовательском университете имени академика С.П. Королева прошла выставка «Развитие ракетостроения в России». Пройтись по страницам истории развития ракетостроения можно было в холле 22 корпуса Самарского университета. Выставка рассказала о жизни и работе известных деятелей космической отрасли нашей страны, в особенности, о Сергее Павловиче Королеве, имя которого гордо носит наш университет. Кроме того, были выставлены материалы из Архива РАН, а также АО “РКЦ “Прогресс” и ПАО “ОДК-Кузнецов” Организатор выставки: Центр имени Е.М. Примакова (Самара).

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The Government of the Samara region awarded the winners of SamInter-2024

On February 13, 2025, the Samara Regional Government hosted the award ceremony for the winners and participants of the Samara Interuniversity Competition of Student Research Papers on International Relations, SamInter-2024, which brought together students from universities across the region. Experts praised the high level of the submitted research papers, which focused on the regional development of external relations between the Samara Region and regions in Latin America and ASEAN countries. Students showed a marked interest in international projects in the aerospace sector, as well as in mechanical engineering. Dmitry Abramov, Head of the Department of Investment and Innovation Policy of …

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