Students from Samara University Present at Latin America Conference

Students from Samara University participated in the Conference of Young Scholars "Latin America: Young Researchers Seeking New Perspectives on Regional Issues," organized by the Institute of Latin America of the Russian Academy of Sciences (ILA RAS).

The conference was held on April 24-25, 2025, in Moscow, bringing together undergraduate and graduate students from leading institutions in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and other Russian cities.

Throughout the event, participants delivered reports on the past, present, and projected future of the Latin American region, covering its politics, economics, and cultural characteristics.

Honored guests of the conference included:

·         Dmitry Mikhailovich Rozental, Cand. Sc. (History), Director of the ILA RAS;

·         Vladimir Mikhailovich Davydov, Dr. Sc. (Economics), Corresponding Member of the RAS, Scientific Supervisor of the Institute;

·         Vladimir Andreevich Goliney, Cand. Sc. (Political Science), Senior Research Fellow at the ILA RAS Center for Political Studies, Chairman of the ILA RAS Council of Young Scientists.

Master classes were conducted by:

·         Lyudmila Semyonovna Okuneva, Dr. Sc. (History), Professor at the Department of History and Politics of Europe and America at MGIMO University, Chief Researcher at the ILA RAS Center for Political Studies;

·         Pyotr Pavlovich Yakovlev, Dr. Sc. (Economics), Chief Researcher at the ILA RAS Center for Iberian Studies, Chief Researcher at the INION RAS Center for Interdisciplinary Research.

Young scholars also presented the results of their research: students and postgraduates delivered reports and presentations, answered questions from peers and research staff, and participated in lively debates.

In addition to attending lectures and presentations, the event program for participants included a visit to the museum of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia.

Samara University was represented by a delegation of young scientists from the History Faculty of the Institute of Social Sciences and Humanities:

·         Alina Pavlovna Mironova;

·         Elizaveta Andreevna Morozova;

·         Ivan Andreevich Sivkov.

We asked the students to share their impressions. Here's what Ivan Andreevich said:

"It was an unforgettable experience: so many participants, each one fascinating to listen to. Lively debates erupted after almost every presentation, and participating in them was a real pleasure. For me and my colleagues, participating in the conference provided excellent public speaking practice."

Elizaveta Andreevna wrote:

"Participating in the conference was an invaluable experience for me. I not only expanded my knowledge of current issues in the Latin American region but also gained the unique opportunity to meet and interact with leading researchers of Latin America in Russia.

During the master classes by renowned Russian scholars L.S. Okuneva and P.P. Yakovlev, I deepened my understanding of the economic, political, and social processes unfolding in South American countries and received answers to questions relevant to my research. Participation in the conference has provided me with powerful motivation to continue my work studying this incredibly fascinating region."

Alina Mironova echoed her colleagues' comments:

"This conference was a unique opportunity to present the results of my research. The range of topics covered was extremely broad, allowing me to learn new and interesting information about Latin America. Everything took place in a friendly atmosphere, and the questions from colleagues after my presentation helped me view my research topic more broadly and uncover new aspects.

In addition to the main program, a cultural event was organized – a visit to the Center for the History of the Russian Diplomatic Service, located in the building of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the Institute of Latin America of the Russian Academy of Sciences for providing such significant opportunities for young specialists and wish them continued success in their scientific endeavors."

Following the conference, participants received certificates and the opportunity to apply to have their research published.

Authors: Ivan Andreevich Sivkov, Ivan Mikhailovich Perepelkin.

Photo: Ivan Andreevich Sivkov.

Prepared by: The Student Scientific Society of the Faculty of Philology and Journalism.