On June 25-26, 2024, AUCA hosted a two-day “Digital Technologies for Libraries” training, which gathered 25 representatives from partner universities in the regions and Bishkek. The training equipped librarians and academic staff with the latest digital tools and strategies to improve library services.

 

 
AUCA's Sustainability Coordinator, Mira Dzhakshylykova, recently represented Central Asia at the 10th World Water Forum, bringing valuable insights and benefits to the university. She was selected and had the opportunity to speak at three sessions, including a prestigious high-level panel session.

During the opening of the Makerspace Learning and Design Center, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic Akylbek Zhaparov presented the Danaker Order to David Lakhdhir, Chairman of the AUCA Board of Trustees.

The American University of Central Asia has completed the construction of the Makerspace Learning and Design Center, which opened on Monday, June 24.

On June 6, 2024, AUCA Library and CTLT organized an “Information Literacy in Artificial Intelligence” training session, which gathered online over 50 participants from major regional universities in the country. 

Findings of Mammoth Tusk and Teeth Fragments in the Floodplain of the Jyrgalan River
On June 2, 2024, fragments of a mammoth tusk were discovered during quarrying in the Issyk-Kul region within the floodplain of the Jyrgalan River.

Integrating Energy and Resource Efficiency into Kyrgyzstan's Tourism Education Curriculum
The "Promoting Energy and Resource Efficiency in the Tourism Industry of Kyrgyzstan" (PERETO) project is being implemented by the American University of Central Asia (AUCA) in consortium with partner organizations: UNISON Group (Kyrgyzstan), Technopolis Group (Belgium), and Collaborating Center on Sustainable Consumption and Production—СSCP (Germany).

  On June 7, 2024, AUCA President Timothy O’Connor and Library Director Jyldyz Bekbalaeva met with Leszek Czerwinski, Sales Regional Manager at Cambridge University Press. The discussion focused on potential collaboration to promote electronic resources and publishing opportunities for the academic community in the country.

I am delighted to welcome you to one of the most momentous events of this academic year. Today, we celebrate a special day! We are marking a significant milestone as together we turn the page on an important chapter in the lives of our graduating students and acknowledge the privilege that AUCA faculty and staff had in working with you.

On June 1st, the American University of Central Asia proudly hosted the highly anticipated Commencement Ceremony for the class of 2024. This monumental event, the culmination of their academic journey, is a testament to their hard work and dedication.