Shymkent holds a ceremony marking State Symbols Day

On June 4, a celebration was organised in Shymkent to mark the Republic of Kazakhstan’s State Symbols Day.

Shymkent Akim Gabit Сыздыков attended, emphasising that the State Flag, Emblem and Anthem are the principal symbols of the country’s unity and independence.

Students led by our university’s Vice-Rector for Educational and Social Affairs, Б. Садыковым, actively participated in the celebration and expressed their respect for the state symbols. These symbols are sacred values embodying our people’s history, culture and independence.

Such educational events strengthen young people’s patriotic spirit and love for their homeland.

Research seminar with year 2 master’s students

The university organised a research seminar on current areas of scientific inquiry with the participation of year 2 master’s students.

The students presented their research findings and exchanged views on the theoretical and methodological aspects of their dissertations. Modern research methods, working with sources and the requirements for preparing research articles were widely discussed.

The event maintained a high academic standard and helped develop students’ research abilities, cultivate scholarly thinking and facilitate the exchange of experience. Participants received recommendations for improving their work and methodological advice on future research directions.

Kazakhstan Student Spartakiad 2026: Dostyk takes second place in volleyball!

At the Republic of Kazakhstan Student Spartakiad 2026, the Dostyk team from Academician А. Куатбекова Peoples’ Friendship University took second place among 49 teams in the volleyball tournament! 🥈

Throughout the competition, our athletes showed great skill, unity and unwavering determination to win, representing the university with honour.

🏆 Final tournament standings:
🥇 I place — Sports Academy
🥈 II place — Peoples’ Friendship University (Dostyk team)
🥉 III place — Kazakh National University

Our sincere thanks to Head of Department А. Айтжанову and team coach С. Бектурееву for their substantial contribution to this result! We wish them more memorable victories and sporting success! 🎉

An organizational conference on teacher education programs for the 2025–2026 academic year was held.

Organizational Conference Held for Teacher Education Programs (2025–2026 Academic Year)

On May 22, 2026, an organizational conference for first-, second-, and third-year students enrolled in teacher education programs took place at the Academician A. Kuatbekov Peoples’ Friendship University.

Participants included Farida Kenesovna Myrkheeva, Director of the Sh. Ualikhanov General Education School No. 18; Sabira Zhanabayevna Taitelieva, Deputy Director for Academic Affairs; Baglan Talgatovich Madibekov, Career Guidance Counselor; as well as faculty deans, internship supervisors, and students.

During the conference, Aisulu Anuarovna Shalkeeva, Head of the Employment and Internship Department, discussed the importance of pedagogical internships and explained the procedures for processing the necessary documentation.

At the conclusion of the event, students received answers to their questions and were given useful recommendations in preparation for their internships.

Tashkent hosts the III International Altyn Kanat Art Agro Fine Arts Festival

Tashkent hosted the III International Altyn Kanat Art Agro Fine Arts Festival.
In 2026, from April 27 to May 7, Tashkent State Agrarian University successfully organised the traditional III International Altyn Kanat Art Agro Fine Arts Festival. Artists from several countries presented their creative works to the public. Festival events took place in Uzbekistan’s historically and culturally significant cities of Samarkand, Bukhara and Tashkent. Its distinctive focus was to explore agriculture through fine art and reveal the sector’s artistic dimensions.
Representing Academician Ә.Қуатбеков Peoples’ Friendship University was Асан Сүйерқұлұлы Байназаров, Associate Professor and Docent of the Department of Architecture and Design and a member of the Artists’ Union of Kazakhstan. His works attracted particular interest from audiences and festival guests.
During the festival, Tashkent State Agrarian University and Academician Ә.Қуатбеков Peoples’ Friendship University signed a memorandum and agreement to strengthen cooperation, develop academic mobility and exchange experience among undergraduate and master’s students. Under the memorandum, the parties will implement joint projects in research, education and creativity and establish a long-term partnership.

Updating modern degree programmes: innovation and the employer’s perspective

In 2026, on May 6, at the initiative of the Head of the Department of Pedagogy and Psychology, Doctor of Pedagogical Sciences and Professor Искакова Лаура Тұрлыбекқызының, the department’s staff held an informative seminar on “Updating Modern Degree Programmes: Innovation and the Employer’s Perspective”.

Experienced education specialists and employer representatives attended. Those sharing their experience included Alan International School Principal Ж.А. Тажиева; Director of the Shymkent Institute of Professional Development branch of Orleu National Centre for Professional Development JSC М.А. Медетбекова; Principal of School-Lyceum No. 23, Ж.Д. Тойлыбаева; Principal of Ы. Алтынсарин School-Gymnasium No. 65, А.С. Қайыпов; Deputy Director of the Shymkent Education Department’s Psychological Support Centre Ж.Б. Утесинова; Head of Kindergarten No. 24, Г.Е. Тойбаева; Acting Director of the Music College Е. Абдухайымов; Methodologist at AL-NUR7 Nursery-Kindergarten Г. Ахметова; Psychologist at School-Lyceum No. 23, Д.А. Тойлыбаева; Music Teacher at Ы. Алтынсарин School-Gymnasium No. 65, Г.А. Елжанова; and Primary School Teacher Г.Т. Бекмухамедова.

The seminar examined new subjects as part of programme updates. Participants made specific proposals to include artificial intelligence, inclusive education and work on the Adal Azamat strand of the Unified Character Education programme in degree programmes for the 2026–2027 academic year.

The well-organised event became an effective forum for discussing current educational issues. Important decisions were made to strengthen cooperation between employers and the academic community.

Shymkent’s Arbat hosted a competition for young florists and designers, attracting around 50 participants

Shymkent’s Arbat hosted a competition for young florists and designers, attracting around 50 participants. The exhibition featured traditional handmade items and floral arrangements, along with a cultural programme. Design students from Academician А. Куатбекова Peoples’ Friendship University also took part, presenting their creative work.

AN INTERNATIONAL MEETING BRINGING TOGETHER RESEARCH AND EDUCATION

A delegation from Academician Ә.Қуатбеков Peoples’ Friendship University attended an international meeting at a higher education institution in Kielce, Poland, focused on developing cooperation in research and education.

The delegation met the institution’s rector, vice-rectors, deans and students and discussed opportunities for partnership in detail. An agreement to strengthen bilateral cooperation was signed at the conclusion of the meeting.

The parties held specific negotiations on joint research, academic mobility, exchanges of experience and dual-degree programmes in education and economics.

The Polish partners warmly welcomed the delegation and extended generous hospitality. The meeting was an important step towards wider international links and new opportunities in education and research.

We are confident that the agreements will lead to concrete projects and that the partnership between the two institutions will continue successfully.

Today, the Department of Philology held an important seminar bringing together current priorities in education and research.

Today, the Department of Philology held an important seminar bringing together current priorities in education and research. Participants discussed digitalisation in modern education, connections between theory and practice, and improvements to degree programmes.

The Department of Philology and employers held a seminar entitled “Digital Transformation: New Momentum for Education and Research”, focusing on improving programmes and strengthening students’ work during placements.

Participants sharing their experience included Mamyt Amangeldi Алтыбайұлы, Head of Kazakh Language and Literature at Ж.Тәшенов University and Candidate of Philological Sciences; Мусабаев Руслан Сапаралиевич, English teacher at Lermontov General Secondary School No. 17; Мыңбаева Үрзия Ізбасарқызы, Deputy Head for Academic Affairs at Lermontov General Secondary School No. 17; Аширов Мухан Зулпидинович, Head of Educational Activities at Otyrar College; Мирзахмедов Аскар Алибекович, Director of Abylaikhan Innovative School; and Myrzadaulet Gulnur Хабибуллақызы, Deputy Head for Academic and Methodological Affairs at Shymkent Higher Pedagogical College.

The seminar addressed the role of digital transformation in education and research, new opportunities for training future professionals and the importance of engagement and knowledge sharing with employers.

🌿 Such insightful meetings improve education quality and give fresh momentum to future professionals’ development. The partnership between the Department of Philology and its partners will continue to underpin productive projects and valuable initiatives.