On September 1, an official matriculation ceremony was held at St. Petersburg State University of Economics. The ceremony was attended by the vice-chancellor of UNECON Igor Maksimtsev, members of the chancellor's office, representatives of the Department for work with graduates and partners, and city leaders. Students were congratulated on the beginning of the academic session and sincerely wished success, new knowledge, creative and sporting achievements, while noting that the 1st of September is an important holiday not only for school children and students, but also for their parents and teachers.