Main Achievements of KAFU in 2024

2024 was a landmark year for the Kazakh-American Free University, which celebrated its 30th anniversary. During this period, the university demonstrated significant development in the educational, scientific and social spheres.

Celebration of the 30th anniversary of KAFU

KAFU celebrated its 30th anniversary with a series of grand events dedicated to the history and achievements of the university. Among the key events were the laying of the KAFU Alley, creative exhibitions and festive concerts, a scientific Congress, seminars and lectures by foreign teachers, the opening of new laboratories and classrooms.

A significant moment was the general meeting of the Association of Universities of the Republic of Kazakhstan with the participation of the Minister of Science and Higher Education Sayasat Nurbek. As part of the anniversary events, the university hosted more than 70 foreign partners, including the ambassadors of Germany, Slovakia and Israel.

International Cooperation

KAFU continued to strengthen international ties by signing new agreements with universities from the USA, Germany and Poland. Double degree programs were further developed, and students took part in internships and business practices in the USA and Germany. Visits of foreign delegations, including representatives of Co-Serve International, Resource Exchange International (REI) and Cumberland University, Arizona State University (USA), University of Michigan, Ohm University of Nuremberg (Germany), West Saxon University of Applied Sciences (Germany) became a platform for discussing new joint projects.

Accreditation of Educational Programs

The master’s and bachelor’s degree programs have been successfully accredited by the international agencies IQAA, ACQUIN and IQAA, which confirms their compliance with modern standards of higher education.

In 2024, new educational projects were initiated, and double degree programs with foreign universities were further developed.

Scientific and Social Initiatives

The university allocated grants in the amount of 5 million tenge to support scientific research. The teachers published works in prestigious international journals and became winners of various competitions.

Digitalization and Modernization

KAFU has taken a step forward in the field of digitalization: online courses on the Coursera platform have been launched, a Telegram bot for students has been created, laboratories and technical base have been updated. These innovations strengthen the position of the university as an advanced educational center.

Support for Student Initiatives

Students actively participated in social and environmental projects, creative festivals and sports events. These activities contributed to the development of leadership qualities and the development of talents.

Sports Achievements

KAFU students successfully performed in regional and national sports competitions, winning prizes.

2024 has become a time of significant successes and updates for KAFU. May the coming year bring new achievements, strengthening of the international status and development of educational and scientific initiatives.

We wish the university staff inspiration, new ideas and professional victories. To the teachers – grateful students and successful projects. To the students – bright victories and unforgettable student moments. May the university years leave the warmest memories!

KAFU – 30 years of success! This anniversary year will become the springboard for new achievements and opportunities.

Happy New Year!