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‘In My Life, There is Before and After HSE University–St Petersburg’

‘In My Life, There is Before and After HSE University–St Petersburg’
HSE University–St Petersburg is proud of its graduates. Our alumni pursue careers in a wide variety of fields—from academia and public policy to creative industries and international development. Each story is unique, filled with ambition, perseverance, and meaningful change. Today, we are excited to share the story of Giovanny Simon Machado—a graduate of the Master’s programme 'Applied and Interdisciplinary History "Usable Pasts"'. Now, he is a professor at the Department of Social Work at the Federal University of Pernambuco, Brazil. This May, Prof. Machado came back to Russia as a participant of the HSE University–St Petersburg International Partners’ Week 2025. 

‘Priceless Experience for Students and Badge of Honour for the University’

‘Priceless Experience for Students and Badge of Honour for the University’
Once a month, the HSE campus on Pokrovska hosts meetings of the Distinguished Alumni Lecture Series. This is a joint initiative by the HSE Alumni Centre and the ‘University Open to the City’ project team, where alumni give short talks sharing their experiences in career development and professional fulfilment. Anyone is welcome to attend, regardless of where they study or work.

HSE Business Club in China: Student Entrepreneurs Travel to the Economic Hub of Asia

HSE Business Club in China: Student Entrepreneurs Travel to the Economic Hub of Asia
HSE Business Club organised a unique trip to China for the Russian student entrepreneurial community. As part of their business mission, participants held a series of meetings with representatives from leading universities, entrepreneurs, and top managers of both national and international companies. They explored the specific features of the Chinese business landscape and gained valuable insights into the workings of one of the world's key economic centres.

'I Don’t Draw a Line between Work and the Rest of My Life'

'I Don’t Draw a Line between Work and the Rest of My Life'
Polina Yurova studied integrated communications at HSE University, and later, when she cofounded the EGGSELLENT gastronomic project, she experienced firsthand the importance of bringing people together for everyone's benefit. In this interview with Success Builder, she talks about the evolution of her business, the value of mistakes as a source of unique experience, and the importance of always leaving room for chance events.

'I Have Two Projects in Development in Hollywood and 20 in Russia'—HSE University Graduate Shares Experience of the Film Industry

'I Have Two Projects in Development in Hollywood and 20 in Russia'—HSE University Graduate Shares Experience of the Film Industry
Valery Kolesov is a seasoned and accomplished director, screenwriter, and producer. He was also the first student to enrol in the Film Production Programme at the HSE Campus in Perm. We spoke with Valery about his journey into the film industry and why there's no need to fear starting a new career—even if you've never worked in film before.