Moscow State University
| Also known as |
- MGU,
- MSU,
- Moscow University
M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University (, romanised: Moskovskiy gosudarstvennyy universitet imeni M.V. Lomonosova, often abbreviated МГУ, MSU, MGU) is the largest university in Russia. Founded in 1755, it also claims to be the oldest university in Russia. As of 2004, the university has some 4,000 staff teaching 31,000 students and 7,000 postgraduates. Its current rector is Viktor Sadovnichiy. In 1940, the university was renamed in honor of its founder, Mikhail Lomonosov.
The university was established on the instigation of Ivan Shuvalov and Mikhail Lomonosov by a decree of Russian Empress Elizabeth dated January 25 (January 12 old style), 1755. First lessons were held on April 26. January 25 is still celebrated as Students' Day in Russia.
It is disputed whether Moscow State University or St. Petersburg State University is actually the oldest higher education institution in Russia. While the former was established in 1755, the latter, which has been in continuous operation under...
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- Jan 25, 1755
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