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Nov 24th, students and staff of Astana International University visited the Library of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, where, as part of a series of meetings with well-known public and state figures, prominent scientists and well-known experts, a meeting was organized with Professor, Director of the International Institute for Intellectual Development (IMEI) - Mr. - JO GYU YUN *.

(*JO GYU YUN - Head of the IMEI Education Committee, Honorary Professor, Honorary Doctor of Education)

Mr. JO GYU YUN held a master class on the topic of mental education, arousing genuine interest among all those present. The lecturer made an excursion into the past of his country and introduced the participants to the success story of South Korea on specific examples.

All those present highly appreciated the professionalism of Mr. JO GYU YUN and expressed their hope for similar meetings in the future. 

Nov 23rd, the Center for Analytical Research (CAR) "Eurasian Monitoring" and the "Astana" International University (AIU) jointly held a strategic foresight session "Central Asia + Russia: new horizons of cooperation to build a common future" at the EXPO on the AIU premises. 

The event was attended by more than 30 Kazakh and foreign experts and specialists in this field, including representatives of the Russian Embassy. The moderator of the meeting was the director of the CAI "Eurasian Monitoring" Tazhibaev Alibek Timitaevich.

The experts suggested more active discussion of Foresight issues within the academic community of Central Asia, since the recommendations of these meetings are aimed at ensuring the stability and security of our countries.

In continuation of the forum held in October in Astana in the “Central Asia + Russia” format, the participants of the foresight session focused on finding recommendations and proposed ways to solve the following tasks:

1. Creating an image of a probable future on the territory of Greater Eurasia

2. Building a scenario for the transition from the present to the desired future in the form of a "road map" to enhance cooperation between the five countries and Russia

3. Formation of a set of strategic initiatives that will make it possible to fully implement the ideas of the forum participants.

It is planned that such meetings will be held on a regular basis.

An important event for our university took place on Monday 21 November 2022. A professor from Islamabad University, Pakistan (IRP) visited AIU. During his visit, an introductory lecture was held for students of the specialty of international relations, as well as a meeting with the management of the university. The main achievement of the negotiations was an agreement on cooperation between Astana International University and the university named by Fatima Djin (Islamabad). Thus, a unique opportunity has appeared for students to receive education within the framework of a joint program of academic mobility. We invite all interested students to take part in the educational program on academic mobility.

On November 24, 2022, Honorary Professor of the National Defense University of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermekbayev Nurlan Baiuzakovich visited our Higher School of Social Sciences and Humanities with a guest lecture.

The main agenda of the lecture was the topic "Motivation and self-education - important conditions for achieving the goal." The professor focused on the fact that it is extremely important to maintain a balance between the theory of the profession and practical experience. And in order to become a truly competent expert in any field of professional knowledge, you need to constantly learn and work hard.

The meeting was attended by students and teachers of the Higher School of Social Sciences and Humanities, specializing in international relations, translation and translation studies. Having extensive practical experience, Nurlan Baiuzakovich spoke about his experience in the field of international relations, state and diplomatic service.

В состав новой структуры вошли пять комиссий, которые будут заниматься решением вопросов науки, высшего образования и языковой политики.⠀

Создан Общественный совет при Министерстве науки и высшего образования РК, в состав которой вошли депутаты парламента, государственные и общественные деятели, ученые, преподаватели, представители гражданского общества и СМИ.⠀

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«Перед новым министерством глава государства ставит большие задачи. Все решения, касающиеся науки и высшего образования, мы предлагаем обсудить вместе. Работа Общественного совета определена специальным законом. Компетентность тоже высокая. Надеемся, что совет будет принимать во внимание мнение общественности, гражданского общества и оказывать нам поддержку», – отметил министр Саясат Нурбек.⠀

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⚡️Председателем совета избран президент Astana International University Серик Ирсалиев, имеющий большой опыт работы в сфере науки и высшего образования.

    On November 23, 2022, a meeting was held between 4th year students of Astana International University and specialists from the Employment Center of the Akimat of Astana city. At the meeting, experts provided information on state support measures: youth practice, first job, generation contract, silver age, social jobs, public works, short-term vocational training, state grants for the implementation of new business ideas. At the end of the meeting, the guests answered numerous questions from students We believe that this meeting will help our graduates in employment.

On November 26 of this year, Bakytnur Shuak, a 4th-year student of the educational program Computer Engineering and Software of the Higher School of Information Technology and Engineering, was awarded the diploma of the I degree "Best Student of the Year", a badge and his certificate, organized in accordance with the message of President Kassym-Zhomart Tokayev to the people of Kazakhstan "A fair  state. One nation. Prosperous society" and for the purpose of popularization among the youth of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

The National Innovative Research Center "Bilim-orkenieti" and the "Academy of the Best Students" accept documents for the release of the International Book Collection of talented students "THE BEST STUDENT of the Republic of Kazakhstan-2022" in the field of science, art, sports and students with high organizational abilities. Inclusion in the collection is carried out on a competitive basis.

The Association of Legal Entities in the form of the Association “National Movement “Bobek” held the VI International Conference “Youth and Science: New Trends in Independence” on November 25, 2022 in Astana in the Palace of Schoolchildren named after M. Utemisov, within the framework of which there were presentations of international book collections “Best Student of the CIS”, “Best Teacher of the CIS”, “Best Young Scientist of the CIS” and “100 New Faces-2022” among the countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States.

The participants of this conference were teachers, doctoral students, undergraduates and students of universities in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. The participants were warmly congratulated by the representatives of the Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Republic of Kazakhstan, E.M. Abiyev the Head of the International Organization “National Movement “Bobek”, Z.E. Kolumbaeva Professor of the University “Turan-Astana”.

In conclusion, the conference organizers awarded the winners and prize-winners of the nominations “Best Student of the CIS”, “Best Teacher of the CIS”, “Best Young Scientist of the CIS” and “100 New Faces-2022” among the countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States.

Among the awarded were representatives of our Astana International University: Associate Professor of the Pedagogical Institute Abzhakov Talgatbek Duysenbekovich - Diploma of the 1st degree and the badge “100 new faces-2022” among the countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States; graduate student of the specialty “Pre-school education and upbringing” (Technical and vocational education) Khairatbek Akmaral - Diploma of the 1st degree and the badge "100 new faces-2022" among the countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States. Professor of AIU Zhumabayeva Zaida Efimovna was awarded a Letter of Gratitude For the support provided to active youth in the project “100 new faces-2022” among the countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States.

Congratulations to our winners!

On November 23, 2022, as part of teaching practice, an open lesson was held by 2nd year master-student Mukhamedzhanov Nurym on the topic "Cellular mechanisms of DNA repair" for 2nd year bachelor students of the Biology educational program.

An open lesson was held according to the TBL method (team-based learning - a method of teaching in groups) under the guidance of a lecturer PhD Zhumagul M.Zh. The structure of the lesson consisted of a group test, an individual test and a situational task. The final grade was set taking into account the results of all tasks. The open lesson was held at a high level, the students were satisfied and noted that group work is one of the most effective ways of conducting classes and contributes to a better consolidation of knowledge. We wish success to Nurym in his future carreer!

On November 25, within the framework of the project "VI International Book Edition", aimed at popularizing science and personal achievements of young scientists of the CIS countries at the international conference "Youth and Science: new directions of Independence", held at the M. Utemisov Palace of Schoolchildren in Astana, a student of the Higher School of Information Technology and Engineering of our University Bakytnur Shuak he was awarded diplomas of the II and III degrees "The best young scientists -2022" and "The best student - 2022", as well as a badge, a medal certificate and a "Collection of the best young scientists". A letter of thanks was also presented to the scientific supervisor of Shuak Kutepova L. T.

The main goal of the project is to identify the best significant and innovative projects of young scientists, promote scientific interests, and create a common unifying platform for the development of science. The best young scientists who have made an invaluable contribution to the development of science throughout the CIS took part in this project, and inclusion in the collection was carried out on a competitive basis.

11/17/2022 At the Higher School of Arts and Design, a creative meeting of 2-5 year students of the specialty “Architectural Design” and “Graphic Design” took place with the famous designer, founder of the Simple studio branding agency - Sergei Tyurin.

Time: 10:30-12:30 h.

Venue: room 605.

Sergei Mikhailovich spoke about the formation and recognition of himself as a designer, the possibility of making money from design, methods of working with clients were considered, how to correctly draw up your project, how to pack a portfolio, what modern requirements are for graphic design, the top mistakes of a young designer, as well as in practice Students' work was reviewed.

The meeting took place in a creative, positive atmosphere. The meeting provided an opportunity for students to learn new professional skills and gain experience in creative communication with a high-level specialist.

On November 17, 2022, the faculty and students of AIU took part in a press conference on the project "Development and implementation of a set of measures to strengthen environmental culture among young people, organized by the public fund "Environmental Fund of Kazakhstan". The goal of the project was the environmental education of the younger generation in schools The event was also attended by the Vice Minister of Information and Social Development, deputy of the Committee on Ecology and Nature Management of the Majilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, NJSC "Center for Support of Civic Initiatives", representatives of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, universities and schools, etc. The speakers provided information on the holding of various environmental campaigns: competitions, trainings, "green" challenge, etc., which influence the formation of the environmental culture of young people, the use of innovative methods that are adapted to the interests of modern youth.