Lecture by Daniel Ballast, Vice President of KAFU for International Programs and Relations

KASU continues to actively develop international programs and cooperation, providing its students with unique opportunities to study and communicate with representatives of different cultures.

On March 20, 2024, the Kazakh-American Free University hosted a guest lecture by Daniel Ballast, Vice President for International Programs and Relations. The lecture was organized for first-year students of the American KASU program in the framework of the discipline “Cultural Studies”.

Daniel Ballast, a native English speaker and representative of American culture, gave a lecture on “American Culture”. The lecture was held in English and covered a wide range of topics, including historical aspects, cultural traditions, social norms and current trends in American society. The students had a unique opportunity to learn firsthand about the culture of the United States of America, which greatly enriched their understanding of the subject.

The lecture aroused great interest among the students. They actively participated in the discussions and asked many questions, showing curiosity and a desire to deepen their knowledge of American culture. The questions covered a variety of topics, from national holidays and customs to the educational system and everyday life of Americans.

Daniel Ballast was happy to answer students’ questions, share personal stories and experiences, which made the lecture even more exciting and informative. The students noted that the meeting with a native speaker and a representative of culture was extremely useful and inspiring for them.