• 05 December 2025
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University staff bid farewell to Rector on her new appointment

A meeting was held at the Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University with Zharasova Gulzhan Sagidullaevna, Chairwoman of the Committee for Higher and Postgraduate Education of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The meeting was attended by the Chairman of the Board – Rector of the University, Beibitkul Karimova, the professorial and teaching staff, heads of structural divisions, young scientists, representatives of the intellectuals, mass media, and students. 

In her report, Gulzhan Sagidullaevna highlighted the significance of the ongoing reforms in the country's higher education system and shared the work being done by the sectoral ministry to enhance the academic autonomy of universities, improve the quality of education, and strengthen human resources.

Furthermore, the committee chair noted that for the first time, Korkyt Ata University has been recognized among leading global educational institutions in the QS World University Rankings. Over the past 5 years, 39 new innovative educational programs and dual degree programs have been launched in collaboration with reputable universities in Europe and Asia. Gulzhan Sagidullaevna announced that compared to the 2019-2020 academic year, the student contingent has increased 2.2 times, and the number of students studying on state grants has risen 4.8 times. Committee Chair Gulzhan Zharasova announced the transition of the university's Rector, Beibitkul Sarsemkhanovna, to a new position, who had successfully directed the potential of the Aral Sea educational center and led to significant achievements. The university staff received the news with excitement.

University staff and students bid a regretful farewell to Rector Beibitkul Sarsemkhanovna as she moved to her new position. Veterans of education highly praised the Rector's six-year tenure and noted her significant contribution to the university's development. The staff expressed their profound respect for Beibitkul Sarsemkhanovna and wished her success in her new position. The Rector, who relentlessly worked towards the development of the main educational center of Aral region, was presented with the university's highest award – the «Golden Medal named after Korkyt Ata».

In her turn, the rector expressed her sincere gratitude to the staff for their support in fulfilling the assignments of the Head of State and the sectoral minister, as well as for the conscientious and responsible implementation of each program and project.

«The employees of this sacred institution – the Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University – have increased their income from research activities by 9.3 times. Due to the support of the ministry and the dedicated work of the staff, over the past 6 years, income from science has amounted to 2,608,591.0 thousand tenge. The amount of internal grants to support young scientists has also significantly increased. Through joint efforts, we have updated the internal material and technical base for the educational process. Since 2020, 185 classrooms have been renovated, and updated libraries have been opened. The botanical garden has been reconstructed, and the greenhouse has been transformed into an experimental site. I can say that I have invested all my efforts in attracting foreign scientists, facilitating internships for scientists at leading universities worldwide, and, in general, in creating a comfortable environment for students to acquire knowledge without hindrance. Due to the unity and diligent work of the staff, we have achieved remarkable results. I express my gratitude to everyone», said Beibitkul Karimova.

To conclude the event, local improvisational singer Ruslan Akhmetov performed his heartfelt dedication.

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