8 LPU students represent India at fully funded summer programmes in Russia

In a step towards global academic engagement, eight students from Lovely Professional University (LPU) represented India at prestigious Summer University Programmes in Russia.

Five students attended Ural Federal University in Yekaterinburg, while three joined Kazan Federal University in Kazan.

Selected under fully funded scholarships covering airfare, accommodation, tuition and all programme expenses, the LPU students joined over 300 international participants from countries including Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Abkhazia, Indonesia, Egypt, Morocco, Mongolia, Oman, and others, alongside Russian students.

The programme combined advanced academic learning with cross-cultural engagement. Participants attended lectures, seminars and hands-on workshops led by leading professors of Kazan Federal University and industry specialists. They also took part in excursions, language learning activities and cultural programmes designed to introduce them to the heritage of the Republic of Tatarstan and the progressive urban landscape of Kazan.

Bringing additional laurels to LPU, the university’s team led by Khushi Thakur, a Bachelor of Architecture student, secured top honours in the Summer School Hackathon. Sharing her experience, Khushi remarked, “This programme expanded my vision of design and collaboration beyond borders. Networking with brilliant minds from around the world has been both inspiring and deeply rewarding.”

Dr Ashok Kumar Mittal, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Founder Chancellor of LPU, stated, “At LPU, education is not confined to geographical boundaries. We envision a learning ecosystem where our students operate confidently on global platforms, engage with the finest minds, and contribute to shaping the future with ideas that transcend borders.”