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The magazine of Spartanburg Methodist College, Frontiers

Just over 20 years ago, SMC alum Stepan Khrouslov stood before the National FFA Convention in Kansas City, MO, to read a personal message from Russia’s then president, Boris Yeltsin, to the group. Yeltsin’s message discussed the economic situation in Russia at the time and expressed desire that we never return to the Cold War. It was faxed in just before the start of the convention; Khrouslov immediately volunteered to share it with the crowd. “I came up to the chief officer and asked him whether I could read the greeting from Boris Yeltsin. He asked me if I had a suit and tie, and after I said yes, he said he didn’t mind.” At the time, Khrouslov, a Moscow native, had come to the United States through an exchange program with the FFA (Future Farmers of America) and planned to study agriculture. “It was a great chance for me to come to the United States, gain an experience, save some money and get my education,” he remarked. Khrouslov graduated from SMC with high honors in 1993 and went on to Wofford College. “After returning back to Russia in 1997, I worked with companies like Coca Cola and Ford, thanks to the education I got at SMC,” he said. Shortly thereafter, he started “To Russia with Ease,” a travel organization that stands as a major national resource for free information about Russia. “It’s recommended by most international chambers of commerce, embassies, economic sections of the embassies, business associations and business clubs all over the world. We also work with the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Russian Ministry of Economic Development.” To Russia With Ease (www.torussia.org) offers up-to-date coverage and traveler’s information, particularly from Moscow and St. Petersburg. It also features a directory of cultural and educational exchange organizations, safety travel tips, business opportunities and even Russian recipes. Khrouslov’s organization is the go-to guide for prospective – and current – Russia-bound travelers from all over the world. Creating this outlet, he says, was inspired by his trip “from Russia with ease! Thanks to the FFA and the education I got in the United States, I was able to find great jobs in Russia.” Khrouslov currently lives in Moscow with his wife and young daughter. Visit www.torussia.org to find out more!

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