Zelenograd, Russia (Since July 1992) Zelenograd is one of the prefects of Moscow with a population of approximately 180,000, 40% having advanced graduate degrees. It has been a major industrial center for electronics and microelectronics, producing much of the Russian space program's technology. Blending technological advancement and environmental concerns, Zelenograd (which means "green city" in Russian) has created a green belt to preserve its natural surroundings. Zelenograd is home to the Moscow Institute of Electronic Technology and to the International Institute for Business Education (IBE), formerly Zelenograd Business College, co-founded by the University of Tulsa. TU and IBE regularly exchange students and faculty. Numerous adult exchanges and youth trips have reinforced the partnership's ties. In 2005, Three Booker T. Washington students traveled to Zelenograd, as part of an educational exchange with Zelenograd School #1150. During their visit, the students attended Russian classes and visted historical and cultural attractions. Past visits have included the Tulsa Area Chapter of the American Red Cross, which conducted a thematic youth exchange with the Red Cross Chapter in Zelenograd through a grant from Sister Cities International. The Tulsa Zelenograd Association hosts Tulsa's annual Women's Day Celebration, to celebrate women's achievements past, present and future. Tulsa Partnership Zelenograd Partnership Co-Chair Irina Krivtsova   Recent Events Resources Check out the Tulsa Zelenograd Message Board 4th Grade Student Project on Russia: Links to Information on Clothing, People, Currency, etc. To add a resource, send information and link to TGA webmaster. back to top Women's Day Celebration Zelenograd in Fall.