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How One University Rector Forever Changed Russian Education

Kuzminov allowed maximal academic freedom, but it was this that tore apart his power and he was forced into compromises and obedience.

Russia’s Blacklisting of Bard College Signals End of Key U.S.-Russia Cultural Exchange

The U.S. liberal arts college has been labeled “undesirable,” effectively banning its dual-degree program with St. Petersburg State University.

unwanted affiliation

Russia Blacklists Bard College as ‘Undesirable’ Org

The move risks jail time for anyone associated with the U.S. liberal arts college, which has a study abroad program in St. Petersburg.

Moscow Launches University Covid-19 Vaccination Drive

So far 21 universities have agreed to offer vaccinations on-campus.

Russia Bans Unauthorized ‘Foreign Influence’ Educational Activities

The law appears to forbid unauthorized lectures, workshops and possibly Youtube talks and podcasts.

Russia Re-Opens to Foreign Students, Easing Coronavirus Travel Ban

Students will be required to show negative Covid-19 tests before and after entering the country.

chilling effect

Russian Academics Protest State Permits for Public Outreach

Draft amendments to Russia’s education law seek to stamp out “anti-Russian” influence in educational activities outside formal settings.

manufactured patriotism

Russian University Administrator Steps Down After Trick Pro-Putin Flashmob

It is at least the third known incident involving students misled into filming pro-Putin flashmobs amid recent protests criticizing the president.

Russian Education Panel Hosts Holocaust-Denying Webinar

A professor put forward the debunked theories on the eve of International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

influential educators

Moscow School Survey Tests Teachers’ Political Loyalty – Reports

The survey reportedly asks teachers whether they participate in political rallies or discuss news events with students.

learn from home

Moscow, St. Petersburg Universities Go Remote as Virus Surges

Russia’s two largest cities make up nearly one-third of the country’s 2.3 million infections.

TECH-SAVVY TEACHING

‘Geek Teachers’ Innovate Russian Classrooms

A project founded by two young teachers has supported remote learning during the coronavirus pandemic.

spotty connection

Siberian Student Climbs Tree for Internet Signal to Attend Remote Classes

The student's treetop video appeal to his governor quickly went viral on the Russian-speaking internet.

politics of memory

Russia Builds Replica WWII Prison Camp for Kids

The replica of a Finnish transfer camp was funded by a presidential grant for children’s patriotic education.

Moscow Schools to Partially Return to Classes to Contain Virus – Mayor

Students in grades 6-11, who account for two-thirds of new Covid-19 infections among children, will continue to attend remote classes.

controversial class

Siberian School Fined for ‘Hostage-Taking Lesson’

Footage showing fifth-graders cowering under their desks as masked men stormed their classroom had sparked a scandal.

slowing the spread

Moscow Announces Two-Week School Break to Contain Coronavirus

Moscow's daily Covid-19 caseload has risen from 625 to 2,300 since the beginning of September.

Remote Learning Takes Toll on Russian Schoolkids' Mental Health – Poll

“The data indicates the need for mass psychological support for children and adolescents,” the RBC news website wrote.

social media scrutiny

St. Petersburg Schoolchildren Screened for LGBT ‘Propaganda’

Teachers were instructed to submit detailed reports on students who post “LGBT symbols” to the police.

'DAY OF KNOWLEDGE'

Russian Schools Reopen as Coronavirus Cases Climb

Authorities have released a set of safety guidelines for classrooms as the country is still registering nearly 5,000 new cases a day.

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