22 December 2025
HIGH HONORS AWARDED AT AMANZHOLOV UNIVERSITY
At Amanzholov University, a solemn award ceremony took place. The university rector, Mukhtar Tolegen, addressed the staff, highlighting the achievements of the awardees and expressing his sincere congratulations and best wishes.
In accordance with the Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the state award — the “Shapagat” medal — was solemnly presented to Saken Kasenov. The award was presented by the university rector, Mukhtar Tolegen. The medal is one of the high state distinctions recognizing contributions to the development of society and service to the interests of the country.
During the ceremony, the rector emphasized Saken Kasenov’s many years of fruitful work in the field of education and science, particularly noting his professionalism, responsibility, and significant contribution to youth education. In his speech, he stressed that conscientious work and high responsibility are always duly recognized and wished the university community continued success and achievements.
In his response, Saken Kasenov expressed gratitude for the trust and high honor, thanking the university leadership and his colleagues. He emphasized that he intends to continue dedicating himself fully to the cause of education, supporting youth, and contributing to the development of the university, wishing everyone unity and professional success.
During the event, Gulmira Makisheva was also honored. Senior Lecturer of the Department of Pedagogical Education and Management, Master of Pedagogical Sciences Gulmira Makisheva, received a Letter of Appreciation from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Her contribution to involving students and graduate students in research activities and developing the educational process was particularly noted during the congratulations.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, the university staff congratulated the awardees, wishing them good health, creative success, and new professional achievements.