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AIU hosted a guest lecture by MNU professor Indira Akylbaeva on the topic of "Humanism in Pedagogy and the Pursuit of Knowledge." The lecturer covered the ideas of the great teacher Ybyrai Altynsarin, offering a profound reflection on his unique views on humanism in the education system. The speaker emphasized the importance of developing humanism in modern pedagogy, where the key value is a person with his own moral qualities—honesty, justice, an active social position, patriotism, and a desire for knowledge. Indira Muratovna shared her extensive research experience, inspiring everyone present to explore new paths in the field of education and youth upbringing. The lecture became a real source of motivation for the students, propelling them into active participation in the broader society. The initiators of this event were faculty members of the Pedagogical Institute: Aliyeva A.Ya., Kazhigaliyeva A.B., and Kaziyev A.B.

An exciting event called "Journey to the Literary World" was held at Astana International University under the guidance of Ph.D Professor of the Pedagogical Institute Kozhagulova G.K. The organisers of this literary journey were 4th year students of the OP "Russian Language and Literature" - Zuleikha Bekmurzina and Dilnaz Serikova. Students presented great poets and writers to the world in two languages, Russian and Kazakh. 

The complex beauty of the word F. Tyutcheva was perfectly revealed by Alina Krykbayeva, a 1st year student of "Russian Language and Literature", with the poem "What life wouldn't teach us". Students who embodied the theatrical world of "Strongstorms" on stage A. Ostrovsky - Aizere Shalkarkizy, Alexei Pachkovsky, Kirill Kosimov, Akbobek Sarsenbiyeva and Valeria Ovsyannikova, gave the audience a unique experience. Soul With. Yesenina, E. Yevtushenko and V. Vysotsky was felt on stage by 1st and 2nd year students - Gennakhunova Sabina, Ksenia Kravchenko, Sarsenbina Ayaulym and Kyzdarbekovna Almasia. 

1st year master's student in the specialty "Management" Abdirakhman Gulnur, within the framework of a memorandum of cooperation with the scientific research university Higher School of Economics (Moscow с.), was selected to participate in the international educational internship "Study Tour Experience" from November 13 to November 27, 2023.

In 2 weeks, Gulnur listened to useful and necessary lectures and received answers to her questions. The organizers introduced foreign students to the university and library, and held interesting lectures from leading university professors.

In addition to learning, the internship allowed to meet new friends and see the history and culture of another country. As Gulnur notes, our university creates good opportunities for students, the main thing is to use these opportunities on time!

As part of the meeting, a master class on painting shopping bags “I bring beauty” was held. The children were presented with a variety of subjects of images and drawings, the choice of which was made by the authors themselves. The guys worked in a creative, positive atmosphere, demonstrating a fairly good graphic culture. The master class provided an opportunity for children with special educational needs to learn new professional skills and gain experience in creative social communication, as well as, with the help of student mentors, to quickly write a finished drawing including their author’s vision and ideas.

We sincerely hope that our creative meeting will help children discover additional potential for the development of personal creativity and allow them to feel the magic of art.

We wish the children good health and, in the future, improved professional skills and creative results!

On 11/09/2023, as part of educational work, a creative meeting was held between the teaching staff and students of the Higher School of Arts and Design of Astana International University with students of the Nurly Zhurek Social Service Center.

As part of the meeting, a master class on painting shopping bags “I bring beauty” was held. The children were presented with a variety of subjects of images and drawings, the choice of which was made by the authors themselves. The guys worked in a creative, positive atmosphere, demonstrating a fairly good graphic culture. The master class provided an opportunity for children with special educational needs to learn new professional skills and gain experience in creative social communication, as well as, with the help of student mentors, to quickly write a finished drawing including their author’s vision and ideas.

We sincerely hope that our creative meeting will help children discover additional potential for the development of personal creativity and allow them to feel the magic of art.

We wish the children good health and, in the future, improved professional skills and creative results!

On 11/09/2023, as part of professional education, the team of the Higher School of Arts and Design of the Astana International University accepted an invitation on behalf of the exhibition company Business Media Central Asia (BMCA) and delegated 4th and 5th year students of the specialty “Architectural Design” with the leader T. Kiseleva. A. to the international exhibition Interlight Central Asia, organized at the EXPO IEC in Astana.

Interlight Central Asia is an event that is a key platform for demonstrating advanced solutions and technologies in the field of lighting, lighting design, electrical engineering and automation in the Central Asian region.

The children got acquainted with the expositions presented at the exhibition by well-known companies and took part, as listeners, in the events of the business program, which included seminars, round tables, lectures and master classes from experienced designers such as Sergey Sizy, Konstantin Tsepelev, Ksenia Lanikin, on current issues of design and operation of modern urban lighting, the use of decorative lighting in the design of houses and apartments.

This event is an excellent opportunity for students to enrich their knowledge, learn about the latest trends in lighting design and acquire practical skills.

11/16/2023, within the framework of professional education, namely the specialized discipline “Materials Science”, 3rd year students of the Higher School of Arts and Design of the Astana International University, specializing in “Architectural and Graphic Design” under the guidance of teachers from the school Fendt Yu.B. and Kiseleva T.A. visited the production workshops of Astanastroysteklo LLP, the largest Kazakh company specializing in the supply of glass and mirrors suitable for decorating building facades, creating interiors and non-residential premises.

Students became familiar with the range of glass used in the construction of modern buildings, the production technology of double-glazed windows for windows and stained-glass windows, and their optimal dimensions.

This meeting is an excellent opportunity for students to supplement lecture material with practical knowledge and learn about the latest trends in the use of glass in construction.

As part of a guest lecture for students of the Pedagogical Institute at Astana International University, Professor of the Department of Pedagogy at L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Doctor of pedagogical sciences Saira Nagashibayevna Zhienbaeva was invited.

The lecture is dedicated to topical issues in the development of preschool education. During the lecture, the features of working with preschool-age children, problems in preschool education, and digital socialization were discussed. Within the conversation, students received comprehensive answers to their questions, expressed gratitude to Professor Zhienbaeva S.N., and to the organizer of the guest lecture, Professor of AIU Zhumabayeva Z.E.

Guest lecture on nuclear medicine – meeting with NIS students

On November 23, 2023, at the invitation of the NIS of Physics and Mathematics, a meeting was held between associate professor, PhD, graduate of the Bolashak program Serik Nurkenov with school students. During the meeting, the lecturer made a presentation on the topic: “Physical principles of nuclear medicine”, and also outlined the issues of training specialists in the field of “Physics” on the basis of AIU.

The event was attended by over 50 students of grades 9-11, as well as subject teachers. The students showed great interest in the topic presented.

Academic mobility is one of the major startegic directions of AIU's development. Currently the University has been successfully implementing programs of external academic mobility with the Adam Mickiewicz University (AMU). AMU is the major academic institution in Poznań and one of the top Polish universities. The university is organized into six principal academic units—five research schools (humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, as well as sciences related to art) consisting of twenty faculties and the doctoral school. The university employs roughly 4,000 academics, and has more than 40,000 students who study in some 80 disciplines.

Every year, Astana International University offers one-semester exchange program for all students. The main requirements for selection are English language proficiency and academic performance as measured by GPA. Biology students Aida Tenebek (2nd year) and Islam Temirgaleev (4th year) are currently studying at the Adam Mickiewicz University (Poland) under the academic mobility program and they are grateful to Astana International University for the opportunity to study at one of the best Polish universities.

The School of Natural Sciences together with the "Urbanitarium Astana Club 2023" held the closing of the urban studies club for teenagers aged 13-16. From July to November 2023, more than 100 Astana teenagers took part in a free educational program. The training was aimed at studying the environmental aspects of city life and urban development. The participants of the Urbanitarium Astana Club received theoretical and practical knowledge about the basics of urbanism and urban ecology from Kazakhstani experts and practitioners, visited field trips and explored the area of Lake Maly Taldykol. At the closing of the club, teenagers will present the results of their own urban research.

Urbanitarium Astana Club is implemented within the framework of the Tabiğat Labs project in partnership with Chevron and Urban Forum Kazakhstan. The project participants are Fading TSE, YEMAA artist residence, Main Botanical Garden, Impact Hub Almaty. Project partner: Astana International University, Qazaq Geography and Makerspace Astana.

On November 23, at the Astana International University (AIU), a meeting of strategic importance was held with the Vice-Rector of the University of Le Havre France, Mr. Castorio. The key result of the meeting was the signing of a memorandum of cooperation between the two educational institutions.

This memorandum implies the implementation of joint double-degree programs in international logistics and design, as well as in natural sciences, which will provide students with the opportunity to receive education and recognition of qualifications in both countries. Possibilities for the exchange of students and teachers were also discussed, which would enrich the educational experience and promote further cultural exchange.

The scope of cooperation also includes joint research, especially in the field of logistics. This will provide unique opportunities for students and researchers from both universities to contribute to the development of modern technologies and practices in the logistics sector.

The Vice-Rector of the University of Le Havre held a meeting with AIU students, introduced the French educational institution and answered numerous questions from the student audience. This event was an excellent opportunity for AIU students to get to know a representative of a foreign university more deeply, as well as expand their horizons in the field of international education.

This cooperation reflects the desire of both parties to create an educational environment conducive to the exchange of knowledge and experience, as well as the development of international partnerships in the field of higher education.