The traditional "SQQ Party - 2025" celebration, dedicated to the start of the new academic year and the reception of first-year students at Astana International University, took place at the Rakhmadiev State Academic Philharmonic. The event, held in a special format, brought together faculty, students, and invited guests.
The festive evening opened with a specially prepared video, and the musical composition "Dudar-ai" created an atmosphere of celebration and unity. The event's hosts, Yerasyl Zhumagaliyev and Yeskendir Kimash, kept the audience in high spirits throughout the evening.
Vice President of Astana International University Kairat Amangeldyuly Abdrakhmanov delivered a welcoming speech. He congratulated the first-year students on their admission, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, responsibility, and a constant pursuit of knowledge on the path to professional growth. As part of the program, students from seven of the university's higher education schools presented seven-minute musical-theatrical mini-musicals on the theme "Generation Z and Change," showcasing their creativity and artistry. A jury consisting of representatives of government agencies, youth organizations, and university leadership evaluated the performances.
AIU's creative groups also performed on stage. The "Amanat" ensemble, the "Begim-ay" dance group, as well as the "AIU Tunes," "Dancing High," "Sheker Jaidarman," and "Ozge" theater groups captivated the audience with their vibrant performances and professionalism.
Following the evening's conclusion, the best higher education schools were awarded. The Grand Prix went to the Higher School of Law, first place to the Pedagogical Institute, second place to the Higher School of Information Technology and Engineering, and third place to the Higher School of Economics. The Higher School of Arts and Humanities, the Higher School of Natural Sciences, and BLCU received individual certificates for their active participation. The evening concluded with a musical gift for the students - a performance by renowned Kazakhstani artist Kuandyk Rakhym.
Such events, which have become a long-standing tradition at AIU, help first-year students adapt to their new environment, develop their creative potential, and reinforce the values of education and the arts. This year's reception evening marked an important milestone in the students' lives and another bright chapter in the university's history.