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Peoples' Friendship University was founded on February 5, 1960 by decision of the USSR Government. On February 22, 1961, the University was named after Patrice Lumumba, one of the symbols of the African peoples' struggle for independence. Students and scientists were free to study and conduct scientific research outside of the political context, firmly following the great principles of friendship and mutual support. On February 5, 1992, by decision of the Russian Government, the University was renamed Peoples' Friendship University of Russia.

On March 23, 2023, the Minister of Science and Higher Education of Russia V.N. Falkov signed order No. 313 on renaming the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia and returning it to the name of Patrice Lumumba. The corresponding changes were made to the University Charter.

Over its 63-year history, Peoples' Friendship University of Russia has gained international renown and earned a well-deserved reputation as a classical university, which has been ranked among the best Russian universities for many years and is rapidly rising in international rankings.

By uniting people of different cultures through knowledge, RUDN University forms leaders who make the world a better place.

Values and traditions of RUDN University

Regardless of rankings, age, geography, or specialization, all universities are united by common values. The core principles of our education are relatable and understandable to students and faculty worldwide.

Multinationality

RUDN University is the leader among Russian universities in terms of the share of international students in international rankings.
Weeks of culture of countries and regions of the world
Declaration of Tolerance
About 120 regional organizations
International study groups
International principle of dormitory living