Professor Hulya Kasapoğlu Cengel from Turkey has arrived at Kozybayev University to deliver a series of lectures to students. She is a renowned scholar in the field of philology, a specialist in Turkic languages and culture, and holds a PhD degree. She teaches at Hacı Bayram Veli University (Ankara). Professor Cengel conducts research on the languages of Turkic peoples and the heritage of the figures of the Alash movement. More than 100 of her academic articles have been published in international journals and conference proceedings. “In 2023, I visited Kozybayev University to participate in an event dedicated to the 130th anniversary of Magzhan Zhumabayev. The people of Turkey know and respect Magzhan as a prominent representative of the Alash movement, a talented poet, and a distinguished figure in Kazakh literature. Today, Kozybayev University is recognized as a higher education institution of a high standard. We intend to further expand our cooperation, including in the fields of literary studies and philology,” Professor Hulya Kasapoğlu Cengel noted during her meeting with the university leadership. Her research focuses on Turkic languages and dialects (including the Kipchak group), the history of Turkic linguistics and writing systems. She is actively developing studies in comparative phonology, Turkic written monuments, and literature.   In 2023, by decision of the Academic Council of the university, Professor Hulya Kasapoğlu Cengel was awarded the title of Honorary Professor of the University. During this visit, she will deliver lectures at the Institute of Language and Literature on the works of Magzhan Zhumabayev.

Students met with officers from the North Kazakhstan Region Police Department. Key topics discussed included women’s right to personal freedom, liability for violence, stalking, and forced marriage, as well as issues related to countering religious extremism and terrorism as threats to Kazakhstan’s national security. The police officers spoke about traditional religions and the emergence of new religious movements in the country, highlighting their specific characteristics and directions. They also explained the dangers that religious extremism and terrorism pose in the modern world. Social and financial vulnerability among young people, a tendency toward maximalist judgments, psychological immaturity, and significant dependence on others’ opinions often contribute to the spread of radical ideas among youth. The police emphasized that inciting hatred, hostility, and degrading the dignity of others is unacceptable and that preventing such actions is a shared responsibility of society. To provide a clearer understanding of the issue, students were shown videos illustrating the consequences of involvement in extremist groups.   At the conclusion of the meeting, the officers answered a number of questions from the audience.

Career guidance activities have been organized at the university for students of the Foundation Faculty. This time, the event was held at the Faculty of Education. During the meeting, students received detailed information about academic programs, admission requirements, and state grants. Albina Malibayeva, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Education, spoke in detail about the specifics of the educational process, academic policy, and the types of support provided to students. Senior Lecturer of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports, Aidarbek Kudykenov, highlighted modern trends in the field of sports, the importance of teaching as a profession, and internship opportunities available to students. Educational programs in music and the arts, as well as opportunities for developing creative abilities, were presented by Zhanna Kulzhanova, Senior Lecturer of the Department of Music Disciplines.   The event became an important step toward making an informed choice of a future profession and generated great interest among the participants.

The university held the first meeting of the Sustainable Development Coordination Group. Over several weeks, the team prepared key documents, and the meeting summarized the results of this work. Participants discussed: The Regulation on the Coordination Group – a document defining its goals, tasks, and role in the university’s development; The draft University Policy on Sustainable Development; The Stakeholder Map – a tool for building effective dialogue with partners and the community. The event was an important step toward the systematic implementation of sustainable development principles in the university’s activities.

As part of a working visit, Chairman of the Executive Board - Rector Yerbol Issakayev and representatives of the Faculty of Agrotechnology visited the Gabit Musrepov District. The first site visited was the Novoishimsky Feed Mill, a modern feed-processing enterprise that plays a key role in developing the region’s feed base. The plant specializes in deep processing of grain raw materials and produces up to 2,500 tons of feed flour per day. This year, the enterprise launched a new line of activity – “Contract Feed Production,” which makes it possible to develop and manufacture high-performance feed rations based on individual farm formulations and supply them to dairy and beef farms across the region. The second site visited was Budyonnoye LLP, a modern dairy farm focused on the development of high-productivity livestock farming. To date, the first batch of pedigree cattle has already been delivered to the farm, and additional shipments are expected, allowing the enterprise to gradually reach its projected capacity. During the visit, participants thoroughly reviewed animal housing and feeding technologies, the organization of production processes, and veterinary support issues. Following the visit, the parties reached a mutual understanding on expanding practice-oriented cooperation. They agreed to organize industrial internships for students, involve enterprises in the educational process, and collaborate within a consortium of organizations in priority areas of agricultural science. A separate outcome of the meeting was an agreement to jointly develop a roadmap for key areas of cooperation - from feed quality assessment and ration optimization to scientific support of livestock projects.

A dialogue platform meeting titled “Talqylau”, dedicated to discussing the key directions of the Constitutional Reform of the Republic of Kazakhstan, was held at Kozybayev University. The event brought together students of the International Campus, university staff and faculty members, as well as deputies of the city maslikhat and representatives of the “Bolashak” branch of the AMANAT party. As noted by the participants, today there is a growing public demand for justice, transparency, government accountability, and real citizen participation in governing the country. It is precisely this demand that has become the starting point for the constitutional transformations. “It is here, in the university environment, that critical thinking, civic engagement, and a sense of responsibility for the country’s future are formed. Faculty members and students play a key role in shaping public dialogue. Constitutional reform is an important stage in the development of the state and society. Its successful implementation is impossible without the conscious participation of citizens, especially young people and the academic community,” said Alexander Zel, Acting Executive Secretary of the “Bolashak” branch of the AMANAT party. The draft of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan is a document that, in terms of its content and scale of changes, goes far beyond ordinary constitutional amendments. “The Constitution is about your future. It is a document that determines who will represent your interests in the country, how elections will be conducted, what rights and responsibilities will be established, and much more. There is currently a lot of misinformation online about the Constitutional reform. Therefore, it is important for everyone to review the new draft independently, reflect on it personally, identify the provisions that resonate with them or those they disagree with. The discussion of this draft is ongoing, amendments are being introduced, and the commission is working daily. So if you have suggestions, you can submit them,” addressed city maslikhat deputy Elena Semidotskikh to the students. Students had the opportunity to ask clarifying questions and express their opinions on the proposed amendments. In conclusion, the participants agreed that the draft of the new Constitution is not a rejection of accumulated experience, but rather its qualitative rethinking aimed at strengthening trust between the state and its citizens.  

A solemn graduation ceremony for master’s degree graduates was held at Kozybayev University. They had been working toward this day for two years. The event marked the culmination of a major intellectual journey that today’s certified master’s graduates completed by combining research, practice, and personal development. The occasion was significant not only for the graduates, but also for the entire university, which is marking another milestone in training highly qualified specialists for the fields of physical culture and sports, law, philology, engineering, pedagogy, journalism, and others. This year, 44 students completed their master’s programs, 7 of whom received MBA diplomas from a joint program with AlmaU. The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, as well as friends and family members of the graduates. “A master’s degree is not just another academic qualification; it is a conscious choice of the path of an expert, a researcher, and a leader. During your years of study, you not only deepened your knowledge but also contributed to science by working on dissertations and participating in international scientific and practical conferences. Today, our region needs qualified professionals more than ever. Whether in pedagogy, engineering, agronomy, or the humanities, it is you who will become the drivers of change in each of these fields,” addressed the graduates Aigul Nurpeissova, Member of the Management Board for Academic Affairs. The university staff wholeheartedly congratulate the master’s graduates on the successful completion of their studies and wish them confidence, professional growth, and bright achievements on their chosen path!

Kozybayev University student and Greco-Roman wrestler Islam Evloev continues to достойно represent Kazakhstan on the world stage. At the ranking tournament Zagreb Open 2026 (Croatia) - one of the most prestigious international wrestling competitions (freestyle, women’s, and Greco-Roman) held under the auspices of United World Wrestling (UWW) - our athlete claimed the silver medal. The competition took place from February 4 to 8 and set the balance of power at the start of the season. Islam competed in a new weight category for himself, up to 97 kg, confidently advancing through the entire tournament bracket and losing only in the final, finishing second among the world’s strongest wrestlers. Islam Evloev studies at the Department of Physical Culture and Sports, group. It is worth noting that the athlete already has major victories to his name, including titles at the U20 World Championship, the Asian Youth Championship, the XIII Summer Universiade of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and other national competitions. Last year, at the final of the VI Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, he won silver in the up to 87 kg weight category. Islam Evloev continues to confidently win international titles, confirming his status as one of the most promising wrestlers in the country. We wish him further success on this path!

The university hosted a guest lecture titled “What Really Influences Students’ Academic Achievement (in the Context of John Hattie’s Global Research).” The event was held within the framework of the “Оrleu – Kozybayev University” project and aimed at strengthening partnership ties with the Institute of Professional Development of the North Kazakhstan Region, a branch of JSC “National Center for Advanced Training Оrleu.” The keynote speaker was Leila Almagambetova, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Associate Professor, Director of the Institute of Professional Development for the North Kazakhstan Region, and a graduate of our university. The lecture was organized as part of the course “Contextualization of Educational Reforms” for second-year students enrolled in joint teacher education programs with the University of Arizona. The purpose of the guest lecture was to present and discuss, from the perspective of pedagogical practice, one of the most complex issues in the education system—assessment, which, alongside teaching and learning, is a key focus of educational reforms. The discussion was based on materials and findings from global research by John Hattie, an education researcher and professor at the University of Melbourne. Students were not passive listeners during the lecture. Based on their analytical engagement with the material, they worked on designing personal insights related to the application of assessment resources and tools. As a result of the event, the authors of the best questions on the topic, demonstrating critical thinking, received the monograph “Scientific and Methodological Foundations for the Formation of Competencies of Continuous Professional Development in Conditions of Academic Autonomy of a University” by Doctor of Pedagogical Sciences A. Murzalinova.