Marina Kiryushkina Named Interim Rector of GITIS

Vice-rector Marina Kiryushkina of the Russian Institute of Theatre Arts (GITIS) has been appointed acting rector of the university.

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Marina Kiryushkina was named interim rector of GITIS.
She was previously the deputy rector for general issues and project management.
The appointment took effect on August 6, 2026.
Grigory Zaslavsky resigned from the position of rector on August 4, 2026.
Zaslavsky had held the rector position since 2016.
Zaslavsky stated he resigned voluntarily.
Law enforcement agencies initiated a check into Zaslavsky's activities.
The investigation reportedly concerns alleged abuse of authority and improper salary payments.

Initially, the university announced that Olga Yermakova, the chief accountant, would temporarily perform the rector's duties after Zaslavsky's resignation, but this was later corrected. — vedomosti
The election of a new rector is scheduled to take place after November 1, with no exact date set. — kommerstant
Zaslavsky stated in an interview that he left the position by personal choice. — vedomosti
The Ministry of Internal Affairs launched an investigation into Zaslavsky the day after his resignation. — vm
Media reported that the investigation focused on the employment of Zaslavsky’s children and the legality of their salaries. — m24