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Bringing New Geological Discoveries to Surface

The discovery of several small gold deposits in eastern Kazakhstan has sparked interest in the exploration of precious metals. Dr. Joyashish Thakurta, a faculty specialist focusing on economic geology in the Department of Geological and Environmental Science at Western Michigan University, noticed the potential of resource mapping in Central Asia. “There is a very little pre-existing study on the isotopic characteristics of this region,” says Dr. Thakurta.

Meanwhile, researchers at East Kazakhstan State Technical University sought international collaborations to better understand mineral deposits and evaluate the economic impact from geological research. Through a grant funded by the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan through the Central Asia university Partnerships (UniCEN) Program, the researchers have re-evaluated existing deposits and explored new mineral deposits through collaboration.

Find out more about the partnership at:https://unicen.americancouncils.org/bringing-new-geological-discoveries-to-surface/

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​​Apply for a U.S.-CAEF scholarship and become a new business leader in Central Asia. The scholarship offers funding for four years of undergraduate study in business administration, economics, software engineering, or applied math and informatics at the American University of Central Asia. On top of the tuition fees, the program provides monthly stipends, housing allowance, and travel expenses. Fellows’ classroom experiences are enhanced through additional professional development events such as networking opportunities, workshops, and fully funded regional internships.

The program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and administered by American Councils for International Education.

🎓 Apply now at: https://uscaef.org
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American Councils for International Education Uzbekistan represents the Open World Program, one of the most effective U.S. exchange programs for CIS countries administered by the Open World Leadership center. Through this program, since 2003, more than 150 professional fellows from Uzbekistan visited the U.S.
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Sardor Mukhamedaliev is the Open World Program alumnus. He is an entrepreneur, multifunctional business leader with 20-year experience. Expert in all aspects of sales, marketing, business development, communications and networking in Silk Road countries. Worked in leading multinational companies in the field of Telecommunications, Consumer Electronics, FMCG, Mobile Operator and Internet in CIS. Fluently speaks Uzbek, English, Russian, Turkish, Kazakh and Azeri languages.
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“It was impressive and unforgettable moments when we visited stunning New Hampshire in beautiful fall and spent there few days. Living with local families gave us real American spirit of leadership. I found the interactions with local communities very useful on better understanding of State's Problems and Opportunities. Excited to visit New Hampshire again, and visit Mount Washington”, Sardor says.

Excellent participation, Sardor! Good luck with your future endeavors! 👍🏻
​​Apply to win US-CAEF full ride Scholarship to pursue your bachelor's degree at American University of Central Asia now!

🔗Visit: uscaef.org
✅Application Deadline: 17:00, Monday, January 11th, 2021.

The program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and administered by American Councils.
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Please, meet Zafar Talipov, another finalist of the Uzbekistan Business Leaders Program 2020!🎊

Zafar Talipov currently works as a General Manager of "MebelPro Trade" specializing in the import and trade of furniture raw materials and appliances from Europe.
In 2019 Zafar initiated and organized the first nationwide international conference named "MebelPro" to develop the furniture industry in Uzbekistan. The conference gathered 350 participants and several international speakers from CIS countries who were able to exchange their knowledge with the local furniture producers.

"I believe that by participating in the UBL program, I will gain valuable knowledge in terms of entrepreneurship. Moreover, by obtaining practical experience, I will be able to bring my current business and the local furniture industry to a whole new level”, says Zafar.

The UBL Program team wishes the best of luck to Zafar! 👋🏻
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From Apples to Entrepreneurship

Central Asia is the ancestral homeland of the apple. Over the past decade, a team of scientists from Washington State University and Al-Farabi Kazakh National University conducted groundbreaking research on apple genomics to combat future crop diseases. Leadership at Washington State University’s Carlson College of Business saw an opportunity to advance business education with higher education institutions in Kazakhstan, given the existing research collaborations.

With a grant awarded through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils and funded by the U.S. Department of State through the Embassy in Kazakhstan, the Carlson College of Business expanded its partnerships with Narxoz University and Eurasian National University in the areas of business research, curriculum, education, and pedagogy.

Innovation is a key focal point for Washington State’s economic engine, as it is home to global technology and media companies that began as startups. In 2018, the government of Kazakhstan launched Digital Kazakhstan, a $1 billion initiative to accelerate the digital economy.

🔗Find out more about the partnership at: https://unicen.americancouncils.org/from-apples-to-entrepreneurship/

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Are you a USG or FLEX alum? Then hurry up for this fun trivia quiz about US Culture, and use your chance to catch up with your fellows.

We will start in 15 minutes. Please, log in to Zoom through this link: https://bit.ly/3m7O6lA
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Welcome our next YPIP alumnus 2020, Quyoshbek Mekhmonov! 🎉

What is YPIP?

The Young Professional Internships Program (YPIP) provides summer internships, networking, and mentorship for Uzbek students to gain professional business and STEM skills in a real-world environment.

“If I had to look back and pinpoint my proudest career moment to-date, it would have to be participating in the Young Professionals Internship Program which was organized by the American Councils. Doing so helped me understand how the materials I studied in textbooks applied to the real working world. If you're wondering what you might get out of participating in this internship program, here is a first-hand account of how interning helped me jump-start my career,” says Quyoshbek.

During the internship Quyoshbek was exposed to the IT field (Alif Tech Company) which was different from his major at the University. It helped him identify the areas he excelled at and those he needed to develop more. He was able to learn new skills, try out new tools along the way, and leverage his mistakes to motivate him further. Quyoshbek says, “ I realized what I want to do in the long term and, above all, what I do NOT want to do with my life. The YPIP helped me discover a career path I was passionate about – and one that would give me the chance to learn and grow within a company.”

“Throughout the internship program, I was lucky to have great people supporting me. While I acquired a variety of experiences and skills, I think the impact of having the opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals gave me someone to look up to and a goal to work towards,” adds Quyoshbek.

Way to go, Quyoshbek!

#acglobal #YPIP #YPIPalumni #internships #opportunitiesforyouth
​​U.S.-CAEF SCHOLARSHIPS 2021!

Experience AMERICAN-STYLE EDUCATION, earn a bachelor's degree from AUCA, an INTERNATIONALLY ACCREDITED university! IN-DEMAND FIELDS are: business, economics, applied mathematics and informatics, or software engineering. Become part of the CLOSE-KNIT U.S.-CAEF COMMUNITY of outstanding scholars, leaders, and innovators.

🔗Visit uscaef.org
✅Application deadline: 17:00, Monday, January 11th, 2021.

U.S.-CAEF is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and sponsored by American Councils.
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Healing the Soil and Protecting the Environment for Future Generations

The northern steppes of Kazakhstan are a land of two extremes: stretches of pristine natural beauty and patches of contaminated post-industrial landscapes. Less than 100 miles from the Ekibastuz, the industrial heartland of northern Kazakhstan, the Bayanaul mountain range teems with flora and fauna. But the future of the region depends on removing toxic substances from the environment and protecting resources for future generations.

With a grant awarded through the Central Asia University Partnerships Program (UniCEN), administered by American Councils and funded by the U.S. Department of State through the Embassy in Kazakhstan, a team of scientists from State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) and Toraighyrov University launched research collaborations in biodiversity conservation and ecosystem restoration. Researchers exchanged knowledge of the common characteristics of wetlands, forests, and soils and the potential for the remediation of damaged habitat.

🔗Learn more about this partnership: https://unicen.americancouncils.org/healing-the-soil-and-protecting-the-environment-for-future-generations/

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​​Happy New Year, Everyone! 🥳

Sending you all our positive vibes wherever you are!
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Meet our next YPIP alumnus 2020, Khumoyun Buronboev! 🎉

What is YPIP?

The Young Professional Internships Program (YPIP) provides summer internships, networking, and mentorship for Uzbek students to gain professional business and STEM skills in a real-world environment.

Khumoyun Buronboev recently won a grant from the Art and Culture development Foundation under the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan. He says, “My academic success at the university played a big role in getting the grant. But the experience gained in the YPIP was the main reason. I passed the interview confidently using the STAR system. Examiners who interviewed asked about my knowledge of English and added they would give more preference to those who speak it with confidence. The English lessons conducted twice a week, for two months, from a real American teacher helped me to improve my language skills. They were impressed by this fact. Also, we received tips on how to create our resumes correctly! If to compare my resume before the internship and after, one can find the huge difference.”

Khumoyun is thrilled to express his gratitude to the organizers and mentors of the YPIP program. He notes, “I want to thank all from the bottom of my heart for the help and support provided by the organizers. I want to let you know that your work and the time that you have spent with me personally have not been in vain! I reached a milestone! The grant that I received fully covers the cost of my education for a year, and this is a huge help for me and my family in these difficult days. And that's not all. After I graduate from the university and get a diploma, I will be employed under a contract in the structures of the Ministry of Culture of Uzbekistan. So, I thank YPIP again for everything!”

What a blast! Great news for the 2021, Khumyoun! 👍🏻🎊

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​​Apply to win US-CAEF full ride Scholarship to pursue your bachelor's degree at American University of Central Asia now!

🔗Visit: uscaef.org
✅Application Deadline: 17:00, Monday, January 11th, 2021.

The program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and administered by American Councils.
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Building Virtual International Partnerships in Higher Education

The distance between two research institutions in Kazakhstan and Pennsylvania is nearly 10,000 kilometers, but that hasn’t stopped students and faculty from building a close international partnership.

Since 2019, a top-ranked higher education institution in Kazakhstan, S. Seifullin Agro Technical University (KazATU), has connected its students and faculty with their counterparts at Pennsylvania State University. Both institutions prioritize the role of a global perspective in higher education. As studying or researching abroad is not always a possibility for students and faculty, these institutions have gone beyond borders digitally.

To support global experience for all its students and faculty, the Penn State Beaver campus developed the Experiential Digital Global Engagement or EDGE program. EDGE enables Penn State faculty to co-create curriculum with their peers in other countries, leveraging accessible technology platforms like Zoom to enhance student interaction.

🔗Learn more about this partnership: https://unicen.americancouncils.org/building-virtual-international-partnerships-in-higher-education/

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​​A FULL-RIDE SCHOLARSHIP THAT IS MORE THAN FREE EDUCATION in addition to full financial support for 4 years of your study at AUCA, U.S.-CAEF will help you every step of the way and lead you to succeed in the real world. Win a scholarship and enjoy the support of the U.S.-CAEF Family!

🔗Apply online today at uscaef.org.
✅Deadline: 17:00, Monday, January 11th, 2021.
​​#OpenWorldSuccess 🎉

Please, meet another successful fellow, Open World alumnus 2018 Dr. Bakhrom Radjabov from Tashkent, Uzbekistan! Currently, Bakhrom is the National Coordinator at GIZ (German Agency for International Cooperation) and an Adjunct Professor at Webster University (Tashkent campus).

“This was not my first visit to the United States. However, participation in the Open World program was truly exceptional”, says Bakhrom. “For the first time in my life, I have visited North Carolina, a wonderful city of Asheville – number 9 tourists' destination in the USA in 2018. I met amazing people – Rene and Stan, who lived in their private house in Hendersonville. Together we spent time, me discovering how people live in Rene's and Stan's county. Rene told a bunch of stories of her personal experiences as a woman working in the U.S. local government. I met their friends, listened to the local music, and watched local dances.
A tour of the national parks and beautiful gardens, I believe, made me feel the grace of North Carolina. During the small talks and longer conversations Americans opened their hearts, which is what I appreciated a lot. Before I left Rene and Stan, Rene gave me one of her books as a gift and the pleasant memory about North Carolina and the time I have spent there
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Open World Program team wishes the best of luck to Bakhrom Radjabov in his future endeavors! 👍🏻
​​Global Village Program is now accepting applications for Summer 2021!

Global Village is an intensive, five-week program on the campus of Lehigh University that teaches adults business, entrepreneurship and leadership skills while preparing them to thrive in a global community.

Enter a diverse world of cultures that you’ll be part of forever.Tomorrow’s leaders must operate in a global context, within evolving ecosystems, and collaborate across boundaries of all kinds. The Iacocca Global Village for Future Leaders is an intensive, five-week leadership experience at Lehigh University that helps you build cross-cultural leadership, professional, business and entrepreneurship skills, preparing you to thrive in a global community.

“Global Villagers” learn and live among an international, culturally diverse group of more than 60-90 peers from more than 35 countries.

✅Application deadline: FEB 1, 2021
🔗Learn more about application:
https://global.lehigh.edu/iacocca-institute/global-village
​​Great opportunity for FLEX Alumni! 🎉
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FLEX Alumni Grants are open and accepting applications now.
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The FLEX Alumni Travel and Professional Development Grants Program will offer alumni grants of up to $250 to support alumni participation in professional development opportunities, such as conferences and workshops, to develop skills and talents that they can later use to bring back to their communities and alumni networks at home.
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The FLEX Alumni Project Grants Program will give alumni the opportunity to initiate projects of their own design in their home countries. Grants will fall into two categories: Individual (up to $250) and Group Grants (up to $3000).
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Some possible projects include:
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✅Community service projects,
✅Projects to promote community participation,
✅Professional development activities,
✅Projects to support and promote knowledge of the English language and understanding of American culture,
✅Projects focused on Inclusion and Disabilities Issues, and any other projects judged to be in the spirit of the program by the selection committee.
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📆The deadline to apply for both grants is February 13, 2021.
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Hurry up and apply at https://ais.americancouncils.org/flexalumni
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Featuring our next Open World Success story!

Please, meet Open World alumnus 2017, Uzbekistan Parliament member Rasul Kusherbayev.

"We have heard a lot about the United States. I was especially interested in the work of the U.S. Congress. While visiting the United States with the Open World program, we have got acquainted with the work schedule of congressmen, working with voters, impressed by the role and participation of Congress in the adoption laws, especially the budget. Also of particular interest were the local offices of congressmen and how they deal with voters' appeals. Getting acquainted with the activities of lobbying organizations, courts, election commissions in the United States was also very informative.
Living in a host family helped me understand the lifestyle, habits, and behavior of the American people. Although we had very positive impressions of the rule of law among the population, free worldview, and expression of thoughts, we noticed some kind of deterioration in perceptions of the family, in particular, the relationship between children and parents. This may be explained by the difference in family conception between them and us. In a nutshell, I think the trip to the U.S. was a positive contribution to broadening my knowledge and professional outlook
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Well done Rasul! We hope you keep the Open World spirit.

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Please, meet Abdulaziz Kadirov! 🎉

Abdulaziz has become a finalist of Uzbekistan Business Leaders Program 2020

Abdulaziz Kadirov is also a FLEX program alumnus of 2005, currently runs an educational center titled Intellekt Kokand where over 100 happy students study and learn. Every year his team organizes charity events for orphanages in his hometown to support English language enthusiasts and book-lovers. Students of this educational center successfully participate in Republican Olympiads and hold high-scoring language certificates.

“Understanding that in today's oversaturated market being unique is not enough to scale, so I plan to bring new Marketing and Sales Techniques already in use in the USA. American educational markets have the best experience with diverse language learners and classroom innovations (not mentioning marketing know-how). With the help of the UBL program I will be able to dominate the industry with the best marketing and technical practices”, says Abdulaziz.

Congratulations Abdulaziz! We wish you a fruitful future! 😊
​​FEP FINALISTS ANNOUNCED! 🎉

American Councils for International Education are pleased to announce that 30 Bright Candidates were selected and announced as finalists for the Faculty Enrichment Program (FEP). The second Outbound Cohort will be sent to the U.S. for the Fall semester, 2021.

What is FEP?

The Faculty Enrichment Program
(FEP) offers university instructors from Uzbekistan the opportunity to enhance their pedagogical skills and professional disciplinary expertise through a four-month U.S. academic enrichment program.

While on the FEP, fellows will engage in curriculum development, explore alternative teaching methodologies, expand their knowledge in their fields of study, and gather new teaching materials and resources. Throughout their stay in the United States, fellows observe courses, attend academic conferences, and work closely with faculty mentors from U.S. host institutions of higher education.

Congratulations to the second FEP cohort! We wish you a rewarding, exciting, and educational journey. 👍🏻