Kozybayev University Celebrates the 70th Anniversary of Professor Zhumagali Ashimov

Today, the university honored our respected professor and Candidate of Philological Sciences, Zhumagali Ashimov. Zhumagali Mukashevich has devoted more than 30 years to higher education and has been working at M. Kozybayev North Kazakhstan University since 1994. Over the years, he served as chair of the university trade union committee, headed academic departments, led the Institute of Language and Literature, and served as Dean of the Foundation Faculty.

Currently, Zhumagali Ashimov is an Honored Professor of the Department of Primary, Preschool and Special Education. He has authored more than 70 scientific publications.

Zhumagali Mukashevich’s professional career is closely connected with the development of the education system in our region and the training of teaching professionals. Over the years, he has helped educate hundreds of specialists who are now successfully working in various educational organizations across the country.

“We always call our veteran professors and distinguished educators who stood at the origins of our university and made a significant contribution to its development our ‘brands.’ Such people are our pride and serve as role models for both the university community and our students. You are certainly one of them. I would like to highlight your professionalism, active involvement in the university’s public life, openness, and warm attitude toward people,” Chairman of the Executive Board – Rector Yerbol Issakayev said, addressing the honoree.

During the ceremony, Zhumagali Mukashevich was presented with the “Еңбек ардагері” and “Манаш Қозыбаев” medals in recognition of his many years of dedicated service, high professionalism, and significant contribution to the development of education.

Colleagues and graduates, family members and relatives, as well as representatives of the regional departments of education, physical culture and sports, the SKO branch of “Өрлеу,” and educational organizations from across the region gathered to congratulate the educator and mentor.

Many warm words were shared on this special day. Those whose lives had been significantly influenced by Zhumagali Mukashevich spoke about their memories of working with him.

“Seventy is a significant and beautiful milestone, one that hardly seems to match this cheerful, energetic, and optimistic person,” participants of the event noted more than once.

At the end of the evening, the honoree shared his own memories. He thanked everyone for their warm words and noted that he always takes pride in the achievements of his alma mater.

“I am truly grateful to fate for giving me this path: education and science. Having become an integral part of our university, I fondly remember the people who welcomed me so warmly: F.A. Sim, V.F. Zaibert, and Z.P. Tabakova. They did not allow me to doubt for even a moment that I had made the right decision in 1994 by joining the university community,” Zhumagali Ashimov said.

The evening was more than a celebration of a milestone birthday; it was a true celebration of dedication to the profession, wisdom, and meaningful work. People like Zhumagali Mukashevich are part of the university’s invaluable legacy, a living link between generations, and the heart of its academic community. His energy and sincere love for science and people continue to inspire young professionals, proving that a true calling leaves a lasting mark on people’s hearts.

We wish Professor Zhumagali Ashimov good health, boundless inspiration, many happy years, and countless joyful moments surrounded by his students, colleagues, and loved ones!