On June 25, 2025, a meeting between the Vice-Rector for International Affairs and Organizational and Legal Work, Denis Lits, and students of Samara and Ryazan Medical Universities who are undergoing educational pharmacognostic practice at VSMU was held.

The students shared their impressions of the practice and expressed gratitude to VSMU management for the opportunity to participate in the student program of international academic exchange, and noted the emphasis on the practical side of education at our university.

During the practice, the students got acquainted with the work of the Chair of Pharmacognosy and Botany, visited the botanical garden of VSMU, the Pharmacy Unitary Enterprise, and the Berezinsky Biosphere Reserve.

The Vice-Rector presented memorable gifts and invited students and teachers of partner universities to participate in international programs at VSMU.