The message reads, in part:

“Your university makes a significant contribution to training professionals for Russia’s education system. Its graduates include academicians, People’s and Merited teachers, and winners of the Teacher of the Year competition. “It is important that Moscow State Pedagogical University carefully preserves the traditions of classical education while at the same time introducing innovative programmes. The university constantly develops its teaching methods and pays special attention to further vocational education and lifelong learning.

“During my visit to the university, I experienced a unique atmosphere of creativity through my discussions with the teachers and students.”