IBL Week: Interview with Kamila Mateeva

November 8, 2013

Tell us a little about yourself.

I graduated from American University of Central Asia, Law Program. I worked in USAID ARD/Checchi (Legal Infrastructure for a Market Economy Project). Then I was admitted to a graduate program at Indiana University Law School under the partnership program between AUCA and Indiana University.  Upon return to Kyrgyzstan, I had two-year contract with AUCA to teach and I enjoyed doing it. Since then, I am teaching in AUCA for 8 years.  Along teaching I was a legal consultant in International Center for Non-for-Profit Law (part time) for several months; participated in several working groups on drafting several laws etc.

Why AUCA and not the other university?

I love the atmosphere and spirit of our university.Life brought me to AUCA after I graduated from it and I do not regret this. I am thankful to this institute for everything it has done for me.  I like this institute and I really believe that it is one of the best universities in the region. I would like to contribute to this university and make it better.

What courses do you teach?

I have been teaching Public International Law I and II courses, International Trade Law and other courses.  I never teach lectures and seminars. In all courses I try to have hybrid of lecture/seminar. I try to involve every student in a class discussion, try to find interest in the course because I would like my students’ have feeling and know that they gained knowledge in the courses I teach.

What are your most significant publications?

I would say that the most significant publication that I had is my contribution to a drafting of “Contemporary International Public Law: Cases and Materials” book. I was responsible for several chapters in this book that was published in three languages: English, Russian, and Kyrgyz. This book was initially drafted for law students (mostly from regions) who either do not speak English or do not have an access to the first original sources of Public International Law (which are mostly in English language).  I believe this book will be a great source for them to learn and explore the real International Public Law.

Who are AUCA students? How do they differ from students of other universities?

AUCA students are talented, open-minded, enthusiastic and ambitious young people. I believe that our students will be future leaders and great contributors in their communities.  

What advice can you give to potential students of IBL department?

Set the goal, work hard and attain it! There is no particular advice for potential students of IBL department but I believe that if a person works hard to achieve his/her goal, it will happen.  Practical advice: Try to receive high scores in Essay and remain with good enough scores in the rest of exams.

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