The HSE University offers you lots of opportunities to develop you creativity and for cultural enrichment.
Student Initiative Support Centre provides support resources for HSE University students who are carrying out independent projects helping to develop their participants’ leadership skills, promote HSE University's reputation, as well as contribute to the life of the city, its residents, and the environment.
You can find announcements about the current events organized for students and by students here.
International Student Network
ISN HSE
ESN Local Section at HSE University in Moscow (ESN HSE Moscow) organises events for all students at HSE University. They work towards furthering internalisation of education and promoting student exchange in Russia. ESN organises different cultural events both for Russian and foreign students - from parties and city excursions to grand trips around Russia and other major projects. Culture Cafe, a buddy program, Pub Crawls, Tandem meetings, trips to other cities and dog shelters – find all of this in Erasmus Student Network HSE Moscow.
Telegram: https://t.me/isnhsemsk
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/isnhsemsk
Philanthropy
Green HSE University
Green HSE University is one of the strongest movements at the HSE University, and the group hopes you join! The team takes part in serious activities such as lowering energy consumption at the university and looking for heat leakages. Come talk with the ecology experts and learn that HSE University, for example, does not throw out metal scraps, but recycles them, or that the school regularly collects paper waste.
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/hsegreen
Best Buddies
Best Buddies is a non-profit organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-on-one friendships and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The mission of Best Buddies HSE University is to provide an opportunity for students to be matched in one-on-one friendships with individuals who have intellectual disabilities. Social experiences and relationships are a part of life; unfortunately, individuals with intellectual disabilities have historically been excluded from many of the social opportunities that most people enjoy. By becoming a Best Buddy, you will not only befriend someone with an intellectual disability, but you will also learn about yourself in the process.
Follow us on Vkontakte
Contact us: hsebestbuddiess@gmail.com
Open Your Eyes
One of the biggest charity organizations in HSE. They have four main focus groups: children and adults, the elderly, animals from shelters. Every month they visit boarding schools, hold workshops, quests and concerts there, organize charity fairs, collections of necessities and gifts at HSE campuses.
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/openyoureyes_charity
Discussion Clubs
Dialog+
Welcome to dialog+ – an international association of German and Russian economists!
Their aim is to strengthen economic contacts and cooperation between Russia and Germany, contribute to building a stronger civil society and market economy. They organize different events, including visits to prominent German companies to gain insights into the peculiarities of the business, as well as conferences and lectures devoted to the most topical challenges that both countries face.
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/dialog_ev
HSE University Debating Society
If you are international student at HSE University and would like to improve your public speaking and argumentation skills, meet good friends and spend time discussing burning social, economic or political problems, then welcome to HSE Debating Society! Teams from our club take part and perform well in all major debate championships. Debate sessions are hold at Pokrovsky Boulevard, 11.
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/club1635881
Tourism
MIEM HSE University Tourist Club
We are climbing and hiking. We will provide all the equipment needed. It's free. Don't worry. Be a tourist.
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/hse.travel
HSE Travel
This is a place where you can find like-minded people and companions for your trips around Russia. Explore the country and create your own travel projects.
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/hse.travel
English Speaking Clubs
English Speaking Club HSE
Welcome to English Speaking Club of Higher School of Economics! Here you have an opportunity to practice English in real-life communication with nice buddies!
If you are a foreign student you can meet many interesting Russian people, know a lot about Russian culture, tell about your experience and make good friends.
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/english_hse
Poboltaem?
Speaking anti-club for Russian and international students. During the study year they hold meetings in English, German, Spanish and some other languages.
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/poboltaemhse
PIE chat
This is not just a language or debate club - this is a community that can spark your interest in what's going on in the world. Here you can hear many different perspectives on hot topics and generate your own opinion.
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/pie_chat
Pugachyov English Speaking Club
In French
HSE French-Speaking Club
The HSE French club is an excellent opportunity to meet new people, learn interesting things and have fun. We are Russian students who are learning French. In our club, we discuss exciting topics, play games and socialise.
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/hsefrenchclub
Telegram: https://t.me/hsefrenchclub
In Spanish
HSE Spanish Club
Club brings together people who are in love with the Spanish language, history and culture of Spanish-speaking countries. During the meetings you will play quizzes and board games, speak to natives, discuss Spanish films and so much more.
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/clubespanol_hse
In Japanese
Hey! Say!
HSE Russian-Japanese speaking club is organized by the School of Oriental Studies. It is a zone of free interaction and development of intercultural communication. Also, since the club's meetings are held mainly in Japanese, it is desirable to have a basic knowledge of Japanese.
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/heysayhse
In Arabic
Arabic Club HSE
Welcome to the Arabian Club ✨
Here you can find everything connected with our Arabic culture: from our language to our music, dance, cuisine and the rich and diverse history of Arab people! Welcome to all Arabs and those who are interested in the Arab world.
Telegram: https://t.me/ArabianClubHSE
Vkontakte: https://vk.com/arab_club_hse