Meet the FIUTS Summer 2021 SUSIs: Russia

FIUTS is thrilled to welcome 24 undergraduates from Brazil, India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Russia, and Tunisia as part of the 2021 Study of the US Institute (SUSI) for Student Leaders on Education and the Future of Work. While this program usually takes place in person in Seattle, we are excited to host our first virtual SUSI this summer!

During the 5-week virtual program, the group will study the ways in which technology, innovation, and globalization are prompting the development of new initiatives to educate and prepare youth with the professional skills needed to succeed in the future. They will also take part in curriculum development seminars to prepare them to develop and lead trainings that benefit their home communities.

Every day this week FIUTS will introduce the SUSI participants from one of the six country groups that make up the 2021 cohort. Continue on to read more about the SUSIs representing Russia!

Alina Vinokurova

My name is Alina Vinokurova and I’m from Russia, Ekaterinburg. I’m a student of the Ural State Pedagogical University, finishing my 4th year of education. And there is one more year to study and I’m going to graduate in 2022. At the university I study languages: German and English! I really enjoy teaching kids! It gives me so much energy and inspiration! As for my hobbies I like different kinds of art: I sing, dance and draw. I’m also a part of our University Media Center. We create, film and edit different videos about student events, writing and posting articles in our social media networks. Apart from university activities, I enjoy volunteering. I have been helping at our regional volunteer center “Volunteers Ural” (or we call it “Volural”) for almost 7 years! I love meeting new people and making friends, leaving my comfort zone and accepting new challenges! So I hope this program will help me with that and bring a lot of new experience and emotions!

Tsymzhit Sambueva

"It lies in the ability to get the other person's point of view and see things from that person's angle as well as from your own."

My name is Tsymzhit and I'm from the coldest region of Russia - Siberia. Recently I have completed my Bachelor's degree in International journalism. I work as a photographer and content creator for social media. The thing that inspires me the most in photography is showing people how truly beautiful they are, see their reactions, and sometimes tears of happiness! During my university studies, I joined Irkutsk Regional volunteer center and participated in international events. In 2019 I went to Wuhan, China as an exchange student for 6 months and that was an eye-opener experience for me. It was so overwhelming and inspiring to see people with absolutely different backgrounds in one place talking about things that unite us. That moment I understood that everyone actually the same, but different! In my free time, I like hiking, riding a bicycle, listening to music, and walking.

Elizaveta Mishchishina

My name is Liza, I’m from Russia, Samara. I’m 21 years old. My major is International Relations and I do like everything connected with this sphere. Among my professional interests there is digital diplomacy and international informational security. I have been engaged in social activity since 17 years old. I was the President and twice the Vice-President of the organization AEGEE-Samara, and currently I’m the CEO of regional organization «World of Youth». I organize different international and local events in my region connected with international relations.  I speak English, Russian, German and a bit of Spanish, and I have a big dream to learn Japanese language. As for my hobbies, I love reading classic literature and learning languages. Also I’m keen on Japanese culture.

Ekaterina Siuskina

My name is Katerina and I'm from Russia, my hometown is Kursk. I'm currently finishing my 3rd year as a student of theory and practice of translation (English, German and Chinese) at Kursk State University. Next year I will be a graduand, still can't believe that! I will surely miss the English literature classes and Practice of Translation classes with my favorite teacher who is also my curator! I have been a huge fan of movie industry since I was a tiny baby watching Disney classics! Now it is more of a serious passion, as I often read about the history of the film industry, famous Russian and international directors and producers. And my best friend is a pretty well-known actress, so it's easier for me to dive in this industry! Always ready to chat about movies, movie soundtracks etc.! 🎬 I also really love to read about current ecological situation in the world and search for different scientific studies on that topic. I'm a member of "Fridays for Future" international movement and I'm proud to be a part of such a passionate, kind and empowering community!💚 By the way, I'm endlessly happy to be a part of the SUSI Program this year! I really look forward to knowing more about other participants and sharing knowledge and experience with you, you are all so unique! Stay healthy during these hard COVID-19 times! ❤️‍

The Study of the US Institute (SUSI) for Student Leaders is a program of the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, with funding provided by the U.S. Government, administered by Meridian International Center and FIUTS. The 2021 program will run virtually from June 28th through July 30th.  

The Study of the U.S. Institutes promote a better understanding of the people, institutions, and culture of the United States among students, teachers, and scholars. Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) are short-term academic programs for groups of undergraduate leaders, educators, and scholars from around the world. Learn more about the Study of the U.S. Institutes here.