Celebrating Language and Legacy: InteRussia Fellows at the Kostomarov Forum

The InteRussia fellows in Russian studies took part in the 5th International Kostomarov Forum held at the Pushkin State Russian Language Institute. This year’s theme, “Language and Culture,” pays tribute to the legacy of Vitaly Kostomarov, whose 95th anniversary is being celebrated in 2025.

The Kostomarov Forum is a major international platform dedicated to the study and promotion of the Russian language and culture. Held annually at the Pushkin State Russian Language Institute, the forum brings together scholars, educators, and cultural figures from across the globe.

The forum wasn’t just about theory — our fellows also explored Moscow’s cultural landmarks, including the Pushkin Museum, the House of Russian Émigrés, and the Institute’s own heritage spaces.

A highlight of the week?

Meeting their academic supervisors for the first time — the very scholars who will help them shape and co-author their research articles during the programme.

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Inside the White Coats: A Day in the Life of InteRussia Medical Fellows 📃

What does a typical day look like for our doctors? It’s a deep dive into real clinical experience — working side by side with top-tier professionals at Sechenov University, Russia’s first and leading medical school. From observing high-precision surgeries to learning the subtle art of diagnosis, our fellows are not just watching — they’re growing, contributing, and becoming part of something bigger.

This is where the real magic of medicine happens:

🔵neurology;
🔵pharmacy;
🔵robot-assisted surgery in urology;
🔵minimally invasive coloproctology;
🔵dentistry;
🔵integrative medicine.

Each day brings a new case, a new challenge, and a new spark of inspiration. But the experience of our medical fellows goes far beyond hospital walls. When they’re not in clinics or operating rooms, they’re diving into the world of Russian scientific innovation and culture.

Curious to see more of what happens behind the scenes? Stay tuned and follow our journey💙

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Ahlan wa sahlan, Habibti! ⭐️

A new chapter of the InteRussia fellowship has officially begun — this time bringing together journalists from the Middle East and North Africa.

On May 27, the official opening ceremony of the program took place at the headquarters of RT Arabic in Moscow. This year’s participants include professionals from leading media outlets in Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Lebanon, Mauritania, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.

📌 Sergey Orlov, Deputy Executive Director at the Gorchakov Fund, took part in the opening ceremony and welcomed the fellows on behalf of the program’s organizers.

After the official part, the participants toured the RT editorial offices and got an insider’s look into how news channels operates behind the scenes.

Over the next month, the fellows will engage in daily masterclasses and professional training sessions delivered by the RT Arabic team, meet with leading Russian experts and media professionals, and — as one of the program’s highlights — attend the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

We are thrilled to welcome our new fellows and wish them a meaningful and inspiring journey through Russia!

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