On December 19, a general New Year’s concert for all groups was held at the Russian language courses. The students took a round-the-world trip and learned how New Year is celebrated in different countries. Each group prepared and presented on stage the traditions and customs of celebrating New Year in the chosen country. The participants were also able to take part in fun New Year’s competitions, and after the concert, taste the traditional Russian New Year’s salad “Olivie”, try tea from a samovar and enjoy the taste of gingerbread and Russian candies.