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U.S.-Kazakhstan University Governance and Financial Management Workshop
On March 31 – April 1, the U.S.-Kazakhstan University Partnerships Program brought together 30 representatives of 6 Kazakhstan higher education institutions in Astana, Kazakhstan for a workshop led by University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison) experts. UW-Madison shared their best practices and coached the Kazakhstan universities on university governance, financial planning, revenue generation and program administration.
Kazakhstan universities used their time with...
UniCEN Internationalization Workshop: Over 40 Central Asian University Representatives Gather in Bishkek to Explore Opportunities for Global Collaborations
On March 24-25, 2023 Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN) Internationalization Workshop brought together over 40 Central Asian university representatives from Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. The distinguished delegation from 5 Turkmenistan higher education institutions attending for the first time marked a significant moment in the history of the UniCEN program, reflecting the growing interest and commitment...
U.S. – Kazakhstan University Partnerships Program awards announcement
American Councils for International Education announces the awardees of the latest round of U.S.-Kazakhstan University Partnerships Program grants to support projects between the U.S. and Kazakhstan higher education institutions.
Funded by the U.S. Embassy in Astana, Kazakhstan, the projects aim to create sustainable international engagement and partnerships between U.S. and Kazakhstan institutions of higher education in the areas of curriculum...
Tajikistan-U.S. Cooperation on the Development of Entrepreneurship Skills
Entrepreneurship skills are vital for promoting innovation, business growth, and competitiveness. On October 16, 2022, Homid Hasan Hoshimzoda – the Director of the Institute of Economy and Trade of the Tajik State University of Commerce – and Saidqosim Saidosimovich Mukhtorov – Head of International Center and Global Engagement – visited Old Dominion University in Virginia, USA to learn more...
Central Asian University Partnership Program (UniCEN) hosts the Sustainability & Grant Writing Workshop for Central Asian university partners in Tashkent, Uzbekistan
On November 4-5, U.S.-Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN) hosted Sustainability & Grant Writing Workshop in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Professor Khanjan Mehta, Vice Provost for Creative Inquiry at Lehigh University and Dr. Woden Teachout, a Leadership & Public Policy Professor at Union Institute & University facilitated the workshop. Both Dr. Teachout and Vice Provost Mehta have extensive careers in higher...
Development of an Innovation and Entrepreneurship Ecosystem in Uzbekistan
From September 20th until 23rd Dr. Haseeb Ahmed – the Dean of the Faculty of Management at Kettering University, Michigan, USA – visited Andijan Machine-Building Institute, Uzbekistan through the UniCEN Program sponsored by American Councils for International Education.
The purpose of his visit was to discuss the progress of the UniCEN grant project between Kettering University and Andijan Machine-Building Institute,...
U.S. Embassy Tashkent and American Councils Host Harvard College Writing Program Faculty for the Central Asia Academic Writing Workshop
The U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, in partnership with American Councils for International Education, invited Dr. Thomas Jehn and Dr. James Herron of the Harvard College Writing Program and Dr. Rauf Salahodjaev of the Higher Education Virtual Education Center to facilitate the Central Asia Academic Writing Workshop in Tashkent, Uzbekistan from June 22-23th.
The Central Asia Academic Writing Workshop brought 38...
Forging Cross-Border Collaborations Across Central Asia to Advance UN Sustainable Development Goals
On June 3-4, a diverse group of leaders across academia, business, and government gathered in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan for the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN) to share models and approaches to advance United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the “Connecting Academia, International Organizations, Government Agencies and Private Sector and Sustaining Cross-Border Networks Roundtable.”
Over 75 representatives from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan,...
Virtual Exchanges in Engineering Education
Virtual exchanges offer an untapped opportunity for students in U.S. and Uzbekistan to collaborate on engineering projects. The partnership between Colorado School of Mines and Navoi Mining Institute focuses on collaborative educational capabilities for engineering education. 36 students from Navoi Mining institute were selected to participate in group assignments in an Introductory Thermodynamics course. They teamed up...
Introduction to Food Safety and Agribusiness
Purdue University professors Dr. Amanda Deering and Dr. Kevin McNamara present an introduction to food safety and agribusiness for Tajikistani higher education. The series provides an overview of Purdue’s agricultural extension approach, an introduction to higher education partnerships, and how to stimulate conversations around outreach. Each video module is translated into Russian, totaling 180 minutes.
Building a Makerspace
University of Wisconsin-Madison facilitated virtual workshops to build new makerspaces for Tashkent Chemical-Technological Institute. Through the workshops on Computer-Aided Design and Onshape 3D modeling software, viewers learn how to create their own free EDU Onshape account and conduct workshop included activities. The workshop includes an introduction to the UW-TCTI collaboration as well as background information on the...
Ecotourism MOOC for Uzbekistan
Urgench State University visited ecotourism destinations to collect video materials to enrich the launch of the first massive online open course (MOOC) focusing on tourism in Uzbekistan. Video materials about ecotourism destinations in Uzbekistan provide open-source learning to promote Uzbekistan’s tourism potential:
Akchakul lake
https://youtu.be/YBdlh0P8iJE
Amudaryo...
Higher Education and Workforce Development
Through its collaboration with Namangan Institute of Engineering and Technology (NIET) the University of Tennessee-Knoxville (UNT) created a webinar series on the role of higher education in the economy. Videos cover the following topics:
Introduction to the University of Tennessee:
https://youtu.be/DKXhAxUjia0
Sustainable funding models...
Strengthening Environmental Protection and Sustainable Resource Management
Kazakhstan’s success in implementing its long-term environmental protection strategy relies on the knowledge and skills of a new generation of scholars, policy makers, environmental engineers, and natural resource managers. Through the U.S.-Kazakhstan University Partnerships program, funded by the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan and administered by American Councils for International Education, Michigan State University (MSU) and Kazakh National...
Revising Pre-Service Teacher Mathematics Course Materials
The Government of Kazakhstan supports the transition to secondary-level English-medium science and math instruction to improve workforce competitiveness. Through the U.S.-Kazakhstan University Partnerships Program, funded by the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan and administered by American Councils for International Education, Columbia University Teachers College (TC), Suleyman Demirel University (SDU) and Kokshetau State University (KSU) developed and implemented an...
Sharing Instructional Best Practices
Universities interested in improving student achievement must ensure that faculty have access to training. With the support of the U.S.-Kazakhstan University Partnerships Program, administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan, Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University (Abai KazNPU) and California State University-Sacramento (CSU) are improving the professional qualifications and soft...
Modeling Seismic Hazards for Students and Educators
The mountainous country of Kyrgyzstan is located in an active seismic zone, underscoring the need for techniques to assess risk. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, University of Oregon and American University of Central Asia...
Supporting Food Safety Education for Local Growers
Regional and international markets demand that food manufacturers produce final products that meet international quality and safety standards. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, Purdue University is collaborating with Tajik Agrarian University (TAU) and Tajikistan...
Advancing Human Genomics and Bioinformatics
Deeper understanding of the relationship between human genetic variation and population differences in disease distribution is a key step in informing health disparities around the world. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, University of California-Davis...
Building the Reputation of Agricultural Research in Uzbekistan
In a modern competitive world, the role of research in academic institutions is critical for sustainability and development. The quality of research work directly translates to the quality of teaching and learning in the classroom. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department...
Advancing Research in Plant Biotechnology in Kyrgyzstan
With a soil and climate that provides a favorable environment for horticulture, Kyrgyzstan has strong potential to become a leader in the production of high-quality fruit and vegetables. Through the Central Asia University Partnership Program (UniCEN) funded by the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent and administered by the American Councils for International Education, University of Maryland Eastern Shore...
Enhancing English Education and Teacher Training in Uzbekistan
The Ministry of Public Education of Uzbekistan has introduced significant reforms in the education sector to modernize approaches and methodologies and to link education standards to best international practices. These large-scale reforms include the goal of improving the standard of English language teaching and learning outcomes of students. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered...
Revitalizing Engineering Education in Uzbekistan
Engineering education in Uzbekistan requires global recognition to improve rankings and attract international students. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, Tashkent University of Information Technologies (TUIT) and Kent State University are collaboratively exploring ways to...
Catalyzing International Administrative and Research Collaborations in Engineering and Agriculture
Over the past three decades, the internationalization of higher education has become a priority in developing higher education in Uzbekistan and is considered an important tool in ensuring its economic stability. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy...
Enhancing STEM Research and Curriculum in Uzbekistan
The government of Uzbekistan has placed the development of science, technology, and innovation in the country as a top policy priority. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, Washington State University (WSU) and Urgench State University...
Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN) awards announcement
American Councils for International Education announces the awardees of the latest round of Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN) grants to support projects between U.S. and Central Asia higher education institutions.
Funded by the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, the 2021-2022 Central Asia University Partnerships (UniCEN) Program builds capacity for substantive international engagement between...
Preserving Architectural Treasures
Known for its ancient historical treasures, Uzbekistan’s tourism sector is rapidly growing as the country continues to open doors for foreign travelers. Preserving and maintaining historical landmarks is essential to ensure that future generations enjoy Uzbekistan’s architectural splendor. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), researchers at the University of California-Berkeley and Urgench State University spearheaded...
U.S. – Kazakhstan University Partnerships Program awards announcement
American Councils for International Education announces the awardees of the latest round of U.S.-Kazakhstan University Partnerships Program grants to support projects between the U.S. and Kazakhstan higher education institutions.
Funded by the U.S. Embassy in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan, the projects aim to create sustainable international engagement and partnerships between U.S. and Kazakhstan institutions of higher...
Supporting University-Industry Relations in Automotive Engineering
Kettering University and Andijan Machine-Building Institute (AndMI)
A new generation of qualified workers is essential for Uzbekistan’s automotive industry, based in Andijan. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, Kettering University and Andijan...
Exchanging English-Language Curriculum on Plurilingualism and Multiculturalism
Students across Uzbekistan have expressed interest and growing demand for modern English-language curriculum. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, the SIT Graduate Institute partnered with Nukus State Pedagogical Institute to advance...
Tackling Environmental Challenges through Curriculum Updates
American University and Ferghana State University
Ferghana Valley is most populous region of Uzbekistan, and environmental challenges are critical to the region's future. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, American University partnered...
Inviting a New Era for Business and Economics Education
Business education is rapidly transforming in Central Asia. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) and the Tajikistan State University of Commerce (TUSC) are working to improve faculty research...
Collaborating to Fight Global Infectious Disease
Spurred by the COVID-19 epidemic, the medical education community has placed increased emphasis in working together to fight diseases globally. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, the University of Illinois at Chicago and the Tashkent...
Launching Geospatial Technologies for Agriculture
Geospatial technologies are critical for Kazakhstan's agricultural sector to become more efficient and globally integrated. Through the U.S.-Kazakhstan University Partnerships program, funded by the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan and administered by American Councils for International Education, Monroe Community College (MCC) and Kazakh Agrotechnical University (KATU) are using geospatial technologies to identify wheat disease in Kazakhstan.
Suleyman Demirel University
Suleyman Demirel University (SDU) is one of the first private higher education institutions in Kazakhstan. It is situated in the mountainous town of Kaskelen, 20km from Almaty city center. The University was founded in 1996 and opened by the president of the country Nursultan Nazarbayev. SDU currently has four faculties: Education & Humanities, Engineering & Natural Sciences,...
Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN): Sharing Knowledge and Sustaining Networks
On October 29-21, 50 representatives of UniCEN partner universities from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan gathered near Tashkent to showcase the results of their partnerships, participate in networking sessions, and share new project concepts to sustain networks. In addition, six U.S. researchers and administrators from UniCEN partner universities (Michigan State University, Mississippi State University, and University of Nebraska-Lincoln) presented their partnerships as examples of best practice.
The conference was also attended by representatives...
Central Asia Genomics Symposium
The first Central Asia Genomics Symposium will be held in hybrid format at the National University of Uzbekistan on December 9-10, 2021 in Tashkent.
About this event
The symposium intends to be a hub for genomics-related research in Central Asia, where participants can learn, network and engage to empower new...
Inspiring the Next Generation of Engineers through Virtual Exchange
In light of adoption of remote learning spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) has gained rapid popularity as a model to support internationalization in the classroom. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in...
Call for Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation
The United States Embassy in Uzbekistan announces the competition for the 2022 Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP)
The deadline for submitting proposals is November 25, 2021
The Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation provides grants to preserve historic sites, artifacts, manuscripts and museum collections, as well as traditional forms of expression, such...
Introducing American Studies to Uzbekistan
In recent years, students in Uzbekistan have expressed interest in taking courses on U.S. history and contemporary society while improving their English skills. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, Union Institute and University partnered with Termez State University to launch the first American Studies course in Uzbekistan.
Beginning in...
Deploying Digital Learning in Kyrgyzstan
Higher education curriculum in Kyrgyzstan often does not align with the needs of a rapidly changing learning environment that embraces digital instruction. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey partnered...
Advancing Hands-On STEM Education
Uzbekistan’s leadership has outlined a policy to expand project-based teaching methods, students’ entrepreneurship skills and transform universities into centers for the development of education and science. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, professors from Massachusetts...
Improving English Language for Uzbekistan’s Tourism
As the tourism industry rapidly grows in Uzbekistan, there is increasing need for English proficiency. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, the University of Wyoming (UW) partnered with three Uzbekistan universities to improve English language learning for the tourism sector. Beginning in September 2020, UW assisted Bukhara...
Launching Online Courses for Agricultural Mechanization
Uzbekistan seeks to improve the efficiency of farming through increased mechanization, with great demand for curriculum modernization. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, Oklahoma State University and Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers (TIIAME) launched...
Improving English in STEM Teaching and Curriculum
Improving the pedagogy and updating English language curriculum is a critical need for Kazakhstan’s higher education system as it continues to reform. Through the U.S.-Kazakhstan University Partnerships Program administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan, Toraighyrov University, Pavlodar Pedagogical University, Shakarim University in Semey, and Kokshetau Abay Myrzakhmetov University...
Navigating the World of Academic Publications
Publishing in peer-reviewed journals is a priority for researchers in Uzbekistan higher education to disseminate their knowledge. Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. State Department through the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, Iowa State University and the Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization...
Revitalizing Medical Education
Uzbekistan has begun reconstructing its medical system and setting up clinics as a national priority. In the wake of the COVID-19 global pandemic, international collaboration to support the next generation of medical professionals is paramount.
Through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the...
Enhancing Teacher Preparation for English in STEM
Kazakhstan’s ambitious educational reform strategy calls for an increase of English skills among teachers of STEM subjects. Through the U.S.-Kazakhstan University Partnerships Program administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan, Kokshetau University and University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) are enhancing teacher preparation and teaching methodology.
Revamping English in STEM in the Classroom
Kazakhstan has embarked on an ambitious educational reform process to increase English skills among teachers and students by 2025. Through the U.S.-Kazakhstan University Partnerships Program administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan, East Kazakhstan Technical University (EKTU) and University of Delaware are collaborating to improve the level of English...
Key Curriculums for Ecology and Environmental Sciences in Kazakhstan and Central Asia Academic Institutions
Michigan State University and Kazakh National Agrarian Research University invites universities faculty members to participate in the «Key Curriculums for Ecology and Environmental Sciences in Kazakhstan and Central Asia Academic Institutions» workshop.
The goal of this project is to share and revise the curriculums of major courses required for ecological and environmental sciences for...
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