SDU Library organized a Storytelling event to promote reading among children and encourage a culture of reading.

During the event, children were introduced to The Little Prince, a masterpiece of world literature, through an engaging and interactive presentation tailored to their age group. Participants became acquainted with the book’s main characters and discussed important values such as kindness, friendship, and responsibility.

As part of the program, a quiz based on the book was held, allowing children to actively participate and demonstrate their knowledge and creativity.

In addition, a buffet was arranged for the participants, and an entertainment program featuring animators was organized. This helped create a joyful atmosphere and increased the children’s engagement throughout the event.

A total of 55 children took part in the event. At the end of the program, all participants received certificates of appreciation and commemorative gifts.

The event contributed to fostering children’s interest in reading, broadening their horizons, and developing their creative and communication skills.

On May 26, 2026, SDU University hosted the Annual Forum of the Academic Integrity League (AIL) titled “Building Trust in Higher Education,” dedicated to the 8th anniversary of the organization. The event was moderated by Andrey Bogdanchikov, Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Digitalization at SDU University.

The Academic Integrity League (Akademiialyq Adaldyq Ligasy) is a leading association of higher education institutions in Kazakhstan, committed to fostering transparency, fairness, ethics, and mutual trust within the national higher education system.

During the panel session, leading experts and university executives delivered insightful presentations addressing current digital and institutional challenges in higher education.

Participants were presented with the results of the League’s post-monitoring analytics, key directions for the further development of its ecosystem, as well as the outcomes of the project office’s work on developing quality assurance and academic integrity standards for schools and colleges.

In addition, experts discussed pressing issues related to maintaining academic integrity in the era of rapidly evolving artificial intelligence, the use of digital university analytics tools to prevent academic misconduct, graduate responsibility, the development of sustainable institutional culture, and the importance of academic ethics in medical education.

The forum program also included an official award ceremony honoring the League’s experts, followed by a campus tour of SDU University.

The second half of the day was dedicated to the official General Assembly meeting of the League. A total of 12 applications were reviewed, including presentations from six universities seeking membership in the League. In accordance with internal regulations, the remaining six applications were postponed until the next meeting.

During the meeting, the official Guidelines for the Use of Artificial Intelligence within the Academic Integrity League were also formally approved.

One of the key outcomes of the meeting was the election of the Chair of the League’s General Assembly for the 2026–2027 academic year. Two leading Kazakhstani universities — the International Information Technology University (IITU) and M. Kozybayev North Kazakhstan University (Kozybayev University) — competed for this position.

Following the voting results, Kozybayev University was elected as the new Chair of the Academic Integrity League by majority vote.

The SDU University community sincerely congratulates Kozybayev University on this honorable and responsible appointment. We are confident that the new Chair’s institutional expertise and commitment to academic values will provide strong momentum for further strengthening academic integrity standards across Kazakhstan’s higher education system.

At the initiative of the HR Department, the SDU Extension Center organized an 80-hour professional development course titled “Application of Artificial Intelligence in the Educational Process” for the university’s administrative staff.

The course, included in the Register of Educational Programs, consisted of three modules and aimed to enhance participants’ digital competencies as well as develop practical skills in the effective use of artificial intelligence tools in professional activities.

During the course, participants explored the capabilities of modern AI tools and gained practical knowledge in document management, information processing, text generation, workflow optimization, and automation of daily professional tasks.

Upon completion of the program, participants who successfully fulfilled all course requirements were awarded certificates. These certificates will be taken into account during the attestation process.

The SDU Extension Center expresses its gratitude to all participants for their active engagement, as well as to the speakers — Ibrahim Tunger and Bakhtiyor Meraliev — for sharing their valuable expertise and professional experience.

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SDU University has awarded a targeted research funding grant to a research team led by Malik Satayev.

The main objective of the project is to explore the formation of value-oriented education principles among future teachers, as well as to analyze the impact of university pedagogical practices and professional socialization on this process.

The research will examine the role of value-based approaches in education, the influence of pedagogical practice on the professional development of future specialists, and current challenges in modern teacher education. The project’s findings are expected to contribute to the advancement of pedagogical education and the development of promising research areas within the academic community.

The SDU University community wishes the research team productive work, meaningful scientific achievements, and successful publications. We believe this grant will become an important step toward new research initiatives and large-scale scientific projects.

The BrutW1nx team, consisting of SDU University female students, achieved outstanding results at the SUCTF 26 cybersecurity competition by winning 1st place in the “Techno Women” nomination. The team also received a cash prize of 300,000 KZT.

During the competition, the participants demonstrated strong analytical thinking, practical cybersecurity skills, the ability to make decisions under pressure, and effective teamwork. This achievement reflects not only the high level of the students’ preparation but also the growing role of women in the fields of IT and cybersecurity.

SDU University places great emphasis not only on theoretical knowledge but also on practical experience, teamwork, and students’ participation in professional competitions at both national and international levels. Such achievements highlight the importance of supporting talented youth and creating more opportunities for women in the technology sector.

We congratulate the BrutW1nx team on their well-deserved victory and express our gratitude to Satbayev University and the mimicats team for organizing SUCTF 26.

On April 29, 2026, SDU Extension Center summarized the results of the professional development program “Fundamentals of Endowment and Fundraising.”

The program served as an effective platform for professional dialogue and experience exchange among participants from various regions of Kazakhstan. A total of 29 participants from different cities, representing academic, managerial, and educational sectors, took part in the training.

The final day of the program featured key events highlighting its practical focus and the development of partnership initiatives. A meeting was held with representatives of the Aurora Ala Corporate Foundation and the leadership of SDU University, where the results of joint work were discussed and future cooperation prospects were outlined. A memorandum of cooperation in the fields of education, science, and innovation was also signed.

As part of the closing events, participants attended a campus tour and a closing ceremony, where certificates were awarded. The program concluded with a networking session involving graduates, speakers, and partners.

Throughout the course, special emphasis was placed on developing core competencies in endowment management, strategic fundraising, and the sustainable development of educational institutions.

The program was implemented through the joint efforts of SDU Extension Center and the Aurora Ala Corporate Foundation, laying the foundation for further development of practice-oriented educational initiatives and the expansion of partnership programs.

SDU University expresses its sincere gratitude to the Department of Corporate Development and Alumni Relations, as well as the fundraising office, for their support and valuable contribution to the program.

On April 24, 2026, SDU University hosted Cybersecurity Day 2026, an educational conference dedicated to network and cybersecurity. The event was organized with the support of Fortinet and Cloud24.kz, bringing together over 400 students from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.

The conference aimed to introduce students to modern approaches to IT infrastructure protection, real-world case studies, and current industry requirements. Participants had the opportunity to explore real-life engineering scenarios, learn about emerging cyber threats, and engage with industry professionals.

The event opened with welcome remarks from the Dean of the School of Information Technologies and Applied Mathematics (SITAM) at SDU University, Рамис Ахмедов, and Commercial Director at Fortinet, Елжан Насипов. They emphasized the importance of practice-oriented education and collaboration with industry partners.

The program featured technical and expert talks delivered by specialists from Fortinet and Cloud24.kz. Антон Манушков presented a session on cybersecurity threats in 2026, highlighting the impact of AI, LLMs, and quantum technologies. He also delivered a talk on SecOps, focusing on modern approaches to operational security.

Бауыржан Амангос and Айдос Ускинбаев shared practical insights into infrastructure implementation. Руслан Шаймарданов discussed next-generation campus networks, while Жулдыз Курманбекова spoke about career opportunities. Анель Сейисагатова and Камилла Абишева shared their professional growth journeys.

A key highlight of the event was the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between SDU University and Cloud24.kz. The document was signed by First Vice-Rector of SDU University Давронжон Гаипов and CEO of Cloud24.kz Данияр Байоралов. The agreement aims to enhance practice-oriented education and strengthen collaboration with industry.

In addition to the lecture sessions, participants engaged in interactive activities, including Kahoot quizzes, hands-on tasks, and work with demo stands and lab infrastructure.

Cybersecurity Day 2026 became a valuable platform uniting students, experts, and industry partners. The event demonstrated strong interest in cybersecurity and highlighted the importance of university-industry collaboration.

SDU University expresses its gratitude to Fortinet and Cloud24.kz for their support and contribution to the development of the professional community.

Technopark SDU continues to systematically develop the Legal Tech field, bringing together law and technology. This initiative aims to support innovative solutions and advance digital transformation in the legal sector.

Technopark SDU is open to collaboration with Legal Tech organizations and startups working in this domain. Particular focus is placed on legal process automation, data analytics, digital legal services, and AI-powered solutions.

Key areas of collaboration include:
— joint projects and pilot initiatives
— implementation and testing of technological solutions
— research and educational projects
— collaborations with the university’s industry partners

The primary goal of Technopark SDU is to build a sustainable Legal Tech ecosystem and support projects at every stage — from idea to market entry and scaling.

An important milestone in this direction was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with GRATA International. The document was signed during the official visit of the GRATA Global Council to SDU University.

This partnership creates new opportunities for participants of the Technopark SDU ecosystem, including access to industry expertise, participation in joint projects, and professional knowledge exchange.

If you are developing a Legal Tech product or interested in collaboration, feel free to contact us:
📩 technopark@sdu.edu.kz