Believe in yourself, and Russia will open up all its opportunities to you!

Today, the heroine of our feature is Loayza Solorzano Silvia Fatima from Ecuador, a fourth-year student at National Research University “Belgorod State University” (BelSU), majoring in Translation and Translation Studies.

“My journey to Russia began with a dream of receiving a high-quality education and immersing myself in a new culture. I chose BelSU, and this decision has fully lived up to my expectations. Russia has become not just a country where I study, but a second home, where I have made friends, discovered new opportunities, and realized my potential.

Education in Russia has opened many doors for me.

I am not only gaining professional knowledge in translation, but also actively participating in the university’s social and cultural life.

I am especially proud of my achievements:

• Finalist of the Russian National Student of the Year Award in the category ‘International Student of the Year’;

• Winner of the regional stage of the Student of the Year Award;

• Prize-winner of the International Competition ‘Tell the World About Your Homeland’.

I actively participate in organizing cultural events, work as a translator, and assist in organizing international conferences.

I am particularly passionate about the International Friendship Club, where we create a space for students from different cultural backgrounds to communicate and connect.

I am also a representative of the Spanish Conversation Club and the head of the Latin American student community at my university.

During my studies, I have learned to:

• work effectively in multicultural teams;

• organize large-scale events;

• communicate effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds;

• turn ideas into real projects.

In the future, I want to continue developing international projects that promote mutual understanding between peoples and strengthen friendly relations between Russia and Ecuador.

My advice to students and prospective applicants is: do not be afraid to step outside your comfort zone.

Studying abroad is a unique opportunity to change your life, make new friends, and discover unexpected talents within yourself.

Believe in yourself, and Russia will open up all its opportunities to you!”