The best graduates of 2026

• 2023  – Certificate of participation in the Start-Up Projects Competition organized by the Council of Young Scientists of M. Kozybayev North Kazakhstan University
• 2024  – Academic mobility program at the State Agrarian University of Northern Trans-Urals, Tyumen, Russian Federation
• 2025  – 2nd place diploma in the International Creative Projects Competition (Russian Federation)
• 2025  – 3rd place diploma in the International Information Technology Olympiad (Russian Federation)
• 2024–2026  Recipient of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Scholarship
• 2025  – Certificate of completion of a six-month internship at organic farms in Germany

Conference Participant:

• International Scientific and Practical Conference “Youth and Science – 2022”
• International Scientific and Practical Conference “Kozybayev Readings – 2024: Kazakhstan and Contemporary Challenges”
• International Scientific and Practical Conference “Multidisciplinary Issues in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Rheumatic Diseases”
• International Scientific and Practical Conference “Kozybayev Readings – 2026: Ecosystem of the Future, Synergy of Technologies and Human Capital Development”
• Republican Conference “Child Health – A National Priority in the Republic of Kazakhstan”, 2024
• V Interregional Scientific and Practical Conference “Modern Therapy: New Approaches and Current Research”, 2026
• Scientific and Practical Conference “Current Issues in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Respiratory Pathology”, 2024.
• International Scientific and Practical Conference “A Healthy Start to Life”, 2026

Author of Articles:

• “Multidisciplinary Team as a Current Strategy in the Treatment of Complex Diseases”, 2026
• “Assessment of Hemodynamic Parameters and External Respiration Function Indicators During Minimal Physical Exercise in Young Men and Women Aged 19–24”, 2022
• “Lungs Under Threat: How Viruses Are Changing the Landscape of Pneumonia”, 2024
• International Scientific and Practical Conference “Kozybayev Readings – 2026: Ecosystem of the Future, Synergy of Technologies and Human Capital Development”

Olympiad Prize Winner: Intra-University Olympiad of the Faculty of Medicine in the discipline “General Medical Practice”

Conference Participant:

• International Scientific and Practical Conference “Youth and Science – 2022”
• International Scientific and Practical Conference “Kozybayev Readings – 2024: Kazakhstan and Contemporary Challenges”;
• XVIII International Congress “Man and Medicine”, 2024
• International Scientific and Practical Conference “Multidisciplinary Issues in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Rheumatic Diseases”
• International Scientific and Practical Conference “Kozybayev Readings – 2026: Ecosystem of the Future, Synergy of Technologies and Human Capital Development”
• V Interregional Scientific and Practical Conference “Modern Therapy: New Approaches and Current Research”, 2026.
• International Scientific and Practical Conference “A Healthy Start to Life”, 2026

Author of Articles:

• “Multidisciplinary Team as a Current Strategy in the Treatment of Complex Diseases”, 2026
• “Hypertensive Crisis in the Spotlight: How to Recognize and Overcome the Dangerous Enemy”, 2024
• “Assessment of Hemodynamic Parameters and External Respiration Function Indicators During Minimal Physical Exercise in Young Men and Women Aged 19–24”, 2022

Awards and Achievements in Volunteer Activities:

• Winner of the “Best Volunteer” nomination (M. Kozybayev North Kazakhstan University, 2020)
• Certificate of participation in the Medical Volunteer School, 2020
• Letter of Appreciation for contribution to the development of the volunteer movement in healthcare and active participation in the Year of the Volunteer activities (2020)

Amir Agzamov

• Recipient of the Distinguished Senior Award 2026 (“Outstanding Graduate”) from the University of Arizona’s College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and the Environment
• Completed a funded international research internship at the National University of Singapore, conducting research in urban agriculture and biotechnology

Research Internships:

• Intern, Department of Plant Sciences, The University of Arizona (Tucson, USA, 2025), conducted research on the interspecific activity of tailocins produced by Pseudomonas and Pantoea bacteria.
• Visiting Scholar, Plant Breeding and Genetics Group, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) (Thuwal, Saudi Arabia, 2025), participated in research in plant breeding and genetics.
• Visiting Scholar, Protein and Proteomics Center, National University of Singapore, Amgen Scholars Program (Singapore, 2024), conducted research in protein engineering and proteomics.

Projects and Conferences:

• Author of the research project “Investigating the Potential of Coco Peat as a Sustainable Substrate Alternative in Modern Urban Farming Systems,” focused on exploring the potential of coco peat as a sustainable alternative to conventional substrates in modern urban agricultural systems.
• Participant in the Amgen Asia Symposium 2024 (Tokyo, Japan), organized by the University of Tokyo. Presented his research project “Investigating the Potential of Coco Peat as a Sustainable Substrate Alternative in Modern Urban Farming Systems” and participated in interdisciplinary scientific discussions with international researchers.

Certificates and Awards:

• Full state educational scholarship from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan for outstanding academic achievements and ranking among the top 2% of students in the country (2022);
• Enhanced state scholarship from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan for excellent academic performance (2023–2024);
• President’s Scholarship from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan for outstanding academic achievements, research activities, and leadership in the university community (2024–2025);
• Certificate of Appreciation from The University of Arizona for contributing to the development of international education social media as a Microcampus Ambassador (2024–2025);
• Certificate of completion of the professional development course “Prevention of Suicidal Behavior and Crisis Conditions among University Students” (Kozybayev University, 2025);
• Certificate of Appreciation from the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan for organizing and conducting the Biotech Lectures series (2025);
• Letter of Appreciation from Kozybayev University for organizing and conducting the induction ceremony for students majoring in Biotechnology (2024);
• 2nd place at the International Talent Show (The University of Arizona, 2025) for contributing to cultural diversity and student engagement.

Conference Participant:

• Certificate from the Dean of the Faculty of Education, A. Sarzhanova, for participation in the Republican Scientific and Theoretical Conference, 2024.
• Certificate for participation in the International Conference “Kozybayev Readings 2024: Kazakhstan and Contemporary Challenges of Our Time,” 2024.
• Certificate from the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports of Academician E.A. Buketov Karaganda University for participation in the round table “Current Issues of a Healthy Lifestyle and Initial Military Training,” 2024.
• Diploma as the winner of the “Mr. – Mrs. Volunteer 2024” competition, awarded by the Head of the KSU “Center for Public Development and Information,” 2024.

Author of Articles:

• Collection of materials of the Scientific and Theoretical Seminar “Application of Interdisciplinary Connections and Innovative Technologies for the Development of Physical Training of Military Personnel”: “Military-Patriotic Education in a General Education School,” 2023.
• Collection of materials of the Republican Scientific and Theoretical Conference “Innovative Teaching Methods in the Process of Physical Education and Initial Military and Technological Training”: “Application of Interactive Methods in Conducting Initial Military and Technological Training in a General Education School,” 2024.

Olympiad Prize Winner:

• Third-degree Diploma in the First Student Scientific Olympiad “Sirius”.

Certificates and Letters of Appreciation:

• Certificate for participation in the International Historical Dictation dedicated to the events of World War II, “Victory Dictation,” 2022.
• Certificate for participation in the language school for ethnic and cultural associations of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, 2023.
• Certificate confirming participation in the International Festival of Harmonious Relations “RaDoMiR,” 2024.
• Certificate for participation in the “Kyzylzhar Zhastary” Forum, 2024.
• Certificate of completion of the “Young Family” project school, 2024.
• Certificate of Appreciation from the National Guard of the Republic of Kazakhstan for contribution to the development of science in the Republic of Kazakhstan, 2024.
• Certificate for active participation in the International Youth Camp “Birlik,” 2025.
• Certificate for participation in the Republican master class “Mentimeter: A Tool for Interactive Lessons and Surveys,” 2025.
• Certificate confirming participation as a volunteer in the International Festival of Harmonious Relations “RaDoMiR,” 2025.
• Certificate for participation in the express course “Fundamentals of Ethnomediation: Prevention of Interethnic Conflicts,” 2025.
• Participant Certificate for the workshop “Nauryz in a New Way,” 2026.
• Certificate for successfully completing training and field activities, as well as for a significant contribution to monitoring and environmental education as part of “SKO Birding Camp 2026,” 2026.
• Certificate for participation in the Unity Run, 2026.
• Letter of Appreciation from R. Smagulov, Akim of Shal akyn District, for active participation in the district’s sports life, 2022.
• Letter of Appreciation for active participation in the “Taza Session” campaign, 2023.
• Letter of Appreciation from A. Khabibulin for active participation in the city’s volunteer activities, 2023.
• Letter of Appreciation from the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, 2024.
• Letter of Appreciation from R.S. Apergenova, Acting Chair of the Executive Board – Rector, 2024.
• Letter of Appreciation from the National Volunteer Network for active participation in flood relief efforts, 2024.
• Letter of Appreciation from E.M. Issakayev, Chairman of the Executive Board – Rector, 2024.
• Letter of Appreciation from B. Bazarbayev, Head of “Kogamdyk Kelesem,” for active participation in the activities of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, 2025.
• Letter of Appreciation from E.M. Issakayev, Chairman of the Executive Board – Rector, for active participation in various scientific, social, and cultural events of the University, 2025.
• Letter of Appreciation from E. Issakayev, Chairman of the Executive Board – Rector, for active participation in the volunteer life of M. Kozybayev North Kazakhstan University, 2025.

Sports Achievements:

• First-degree Diploma in the Basketball Spartakiad, 2023.
• Three-time regional champion in basketball at the “Ak Bidai” Summer Sports Festival, 2023, 2024, and 2025.
• Third place in the regional shot put competition, 2025.
• Diploma for first place in the “Healthy Habits” Marathon, 2026.

Author of Articles:

• “Using the Network Test Bench Software and Hardware Complex to Study the Features of Installation and Testing of a Network Cable.” Collection of Proceedings of the International Scientific and Practical Conference “Development Trends in Natural and Technical Sciences in the Modern World.” Petropavlovsk: M. Kozybayev North Kazakhstan University, 2022.

Olympiad Prize Winner:

• Third-degree Diploma in the Republican Subject Olympiad among students of higher education institutions of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the field of “Robotics,” Almaty, 2026.

Competition Prize Winner:

• Third place in the NASA International Space Apps Challenge “Galactic Problem Solver,” held in Petropavlovsk, 2024.

Winner of the Student Research Competition:

• Third-degree Diploma in the Republican Student Research Competition in the Educational Program 6B07106 “Robotics, Intelligent Systems and Instrumentation,” Astana, 2025.

Scholarship and Grant Recipient:

• Yesenov Scholarship, 2025.
• “Best Student Researcher” Grant, 2026.

Certificate Holder:

• Certificate of completion of the Search and AI course, Huawei, 2025.
• Certificate of completion of the AI Basics: Overview of AI course, Huawei, 2025.
• Certificate of completion of the Startup Academy course, AI-SANA, 2025.

Letters of Appreciation:

• Letter of Appreciation “For High-Quality Work as a Jury Member at the Regional Stage of the First Scientific Projects Competition of the Republican Robotics Competition,” 2024.
• Certificate of Merit for contribution to the development of science in the “Future of Science: Young Talents” category, 2025.

• Holder of the “Altyn Belgi” Certificate of Excellence
• Included in the list of gifted youth of Kazakhstan (Qazaqstannyn Darındy Jastary)
• Recipient of the First President’s Foundation Scholarship
• Recipient of the Presidential Scholarship
• Completed a 72-hour internship at the Faculty of History of Sh. Rashidov Samarkand State University as part of an academic exchange program at the international summer school “Lessons of World History” and defended a project entitled “Evolution of Interest in the Archaeological Science of Kazakhstan: From the Past to the Present”
• Completed the “Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Being a Teacher” course
• Completed the “Sociology for Beginners” course at Yessenov University

Certificate Holder:

• Certificate of participation in the race dedicated to the 85th anniversary of the University, 2022
• Certificate confirming the award of the Bronze “Elbasy Medal”
• Certificate confirming the award of the Silver “Elbasy Medal”
• Certificate of participation in the annual university Olympiad “Best in Law-2023”
• Certificate of participation in the International Scientific Conference of Students and Young Scientists “Akhynzhanov Readings–2023”
• Certificate of participation in the International Scientific Conference of Students and Young Scientists “Akhynzhanov Readings–2024”
• Certificate of participation in the scientific and practical conference “The Future Is in Our Hands”
• Certificate of participation in the university competition “Poetry Battle”
• Certificate of completion of the Introductory Seminar of the Human Rights School
• Certificate of completion of the “Gym Instructor. Basic Course” (96 academic hours)
• Certificate of completion of the International Field Archaeological School

Letters of Appreciation, Certificates of Merit and Diplomas:

• Letter of Appreciation “For high-quality work as a jury member at the regional stage of the First Scientific Projects Competition of the Republican Robotics Competition”, 2024
• Certificate of Merit for contribution to the development of science in the “Future of Science: Young Talents” category, 2025
• First-Degree Diploma, “100 Best Students of Kazakhstan”
• Third-Degree Diploma for participation in the Independence Day competition
• Letter of Appreciation from the Rector for student activities dedicated to International Women’s Day
• Letter of Appreciation from the Amanat Party for community engagement dedicated to International Students’ Day
• Letter of Appreciation for active participation in and organization of the International Historical Dictation on the events of World War II
• Certificate of Merit for participation in the organization of the “Halloween Party”
• Diploma for completion of field archaeological training and attainment of the status of “Young Archaeologist”
• Diploma of the “Rukhtastar” Award in the “Activist of the Year” category
• First-Degree Diploma, “100 Best Students of the Turkic Peoples”
• First-Degree Diploma, “100 Best Students of the CIS”

• An excellent student with a GPA of 3.9 and a holder of a diploma with honors from Manash Kozybayev North Kazakhstan University.
• Participant and co-organizer of the social project “Wings of a Child’s Dream”, implemented jointly with the Center for Support of Children in Difficult Life Situations of the Magzhan Zhumabayev District; received a Letter of Appreciation for her contribution to the implementation of the project, 2023.
• Author of the research article “Causes of Crime at the Present Stage in Kazakhstan”, published in the proceedings of the International Conference “Kozybayev Readings – 2024: Kazakhstan and Contemporary Challenges of Our Time”, Volume II, pp. 703–707.
• Actively engaged in research in the fields of combating corruption, anti-corruption culture, and legal regulation of the education sector.
• Author and co-author of research publications on current issues of criminal law, criminology, and anti-corruption policy in the Republic of Kazakhstan.
• Received a Letter of Appreciation from the Prosecutor’s Office of North Kazakhstan Region for active participation, exemplary discipline, and responsibility in studies, on the occasion of the Day of the Prosecutor’s Office of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 2025.
• Participant of the Republican Subject Olympiad in the Educational Program “Jurisprudence” among students of higher and postgraduate education institutions of the Republic of Kazakhstan, organized by Turan University, 2025.
• Completed the express course “Fundamentals of Ethnomediation: Prevention of Interethnic Conflicts”, organized with the participation of the Department of the Assembly of People of Kazakhstan of Manash Kozybayev North Kazakhstan University and the Ethnomediation Center of the Assembly of People of Kazakhstan of North Kazakhstan Region, 2025.
• Participant of the 20th International Scientific and Practical Conference “Technological Education of Schoolchildren and Professional Education in Russia and Abroad”, with a research article entitled “Anti-Corruption Standards of Conduct and the Formation of an Anti-Corruption Culture in Educational Organizations (A Case Study of North Kazakhstan Region)”, 2025.
• Participant of the International Scientific and Practical Conference “Kozybayev Readings – 2026: Ecosystem of the Future, Synergy of Technologies and Human Capital Development”, dedicated to the 95th anniversary of Manash Kozybayev, with a research article entitled “Formation of Anti-Corruption Culture and Standards in the Education System of the Republic of Kazakhstan: Legal and Practical Aspects”, 2026.
• Successfully completed the educational program of the School of Young Civil Servants, as evidenced by the corresponding certificate, Petropavl, 2026; graduate of the “Civil Service School” project.
• Participant of the round table “Anti-Corruption Standards and the Formation of an Anti-Corruption Culture in Educational Organizations (A Case Study of North Kazakhstan Region)”, Faculty of History, Economics and Law, Manash Kozybayev North Kazakhstan University, 2026.
• Received a Letter of Appreciation for participation in the round table “Anti-Corruption Standards and the Formation of an Anti-Corruption Culture in Educational Organizations (A Case Study of North Kazakhstan Region)”, organized by the Faculty of History, Economics and Law of Manash Kozybayev North Kazakhstan University on May 5, 2026.

Conference Participant:

• Student Scientific Conference “Student Research,” Department of Biology, 2026.

Article Author:

• Stages of Flowering of Fabaceae Plants in the North Kazakhstan Region / Bulletin of the North Kazakhstan University named after M. Kozybayev / Issue No. 3 (67). — Petropavlovsk: North Kazakhstan University named after M. Kozybayev, 2025. — pp. 34–41. Authors: Kalkabayeva M.M., Bazarbayeva S.M., Nusupova A.Zh., Berikova L.S.

Prize Winner of the Olympiads:

• Finalist of the Republican Debate Tournament “Ektu Cup 2024” (Youth Platform), Ust-Kamenogorsk, 2024.
• Finalist of the Republican Debate Tournament “President Cup 4” (Youth Platform), Pavlodar.
• Finalist of the Regional Debate Tournament “Үш би,” Kokshetau.
• Winner of the Regional Debate Tournament “Jurekten Jurekke Cup” (1st place), 2023.
• Winner of the Regional Debate Tournament “Bastama Cup 1.”
• Recipient of the “Best Judge” nomination at a regional debate tournament among school students.
• Regional Trainer in the World Schools Debate Format (WSDC/WSD Format).

Certificate Holder:

• Certificate confirming that the holder is a regional trainer in the World Schools Debate Format, having completed a full theoretical and practical course and acquired the knowledge and skills required to conduct training sessions for students as part of the regional seminar “New Methods of Organizing Debate Clubs in the Context of the World Schools Debate Format (WSDF),” 2024.
• Certificate of participation in the debate event under the project “NGOs and the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan: Effective Practices of Cooperation,” 2023.
• Certificate of participation in the sports and environmental festival “CLEAR FEST,” 2025.
• Certificate confirming participation in the training seminar “Future Leader — Today’s Youth,” held as part of the forum “Abai’s Complete Human Teaching: National Humanities and a Modern Perspective,” 2025.
• Certificate confirming participation in the two-day international practical seminar “Acting Together: Empowering Persons with Disabilities,” held on December 8–9, 2025, in Astana, 2025.

Letters of Appreciation, Certificates of Merit, and Diplomas:

• Winner and medal recipient of the “Best Student of Turkic Peoples” competition (1st place), 2024.
• Awarded a Letter of Appreciation by the Republican Public Association “Assembly of Zhastary,” 2024.
• Winner of the “Anti-Corruption Mindset and Academic Integrity” Brain-Ring Competition (1st place), North Kazakhstan Region, 2024.
• Awarded a Letter of Appreciation by the Rector of North Kazakhstan University named after Manash Kozybayev, 2025.
• Awarded a Letter of Appreciation by Sayasat Nurbek, Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 2025.
• Third-degree prize winner of the QUIZ intellectual game held as part of the Republican Student Forum “Сеніммен бірге,” organized in honor of the 180th anniversary of Abai Kunanbayev and the 85th anniversary of Kh. Dosmukhamedov Atyrau University, 2025..
• Diploma for demonstrating energy, activity, and enthusiasm during team games and quests held as part of the Republican Forum “ASK CAMP,” as a member of the “Original” team in the “OWNERS OF EXTRAORDINARY ENERGY” nomination, 2025.
• Third-degree prize winner of the “Urbathon 2025” competition of pilot projects for the sustainable development of Petropavlovsk, held at the regional IT hub SKO Hub, 2025.
• Participant of the training “Future Leader — Today’s Youth,” held as part of the forum “Abai’s Teaching on the Perfect Human: National Values and a Modern Perspective,” 2025.
• Letter of Appreciation from the Head of the “Birgemiz” Volunteer Front Office of North Kazakhstan Region for an active civic position, responsiveness, and contribution to the development of the volunteer movement, on International Volunteer Day, 2025.
• Diploma in the “Responsiveness and Initiative” nomination for an active civic position and contribution to the implementation of social and community projects, awarded by the Head of the “Birgemiz” Volunteer Front Office of North Kazakhstan Region, 2025.
• Letter of Appreciation from Issakayev E.M., Chairman of the Executive Board — Rector of North Kazakhstan University named after Manash Kozybayev, for contribution to the development of the student community, 2026.
• Winner of the “Best Student of the Year” nomination and recipient of the award in the “KU AWARDS: Манаш жұлдызы” competition, 2026.
• Letter of Appreciation from Issakayev E.M., Chairman of the Executive Board — Rector of North Kazakhstan University named after Manash Kozybayev, for participation in the implementation of the “SERPIN WAY 2.0” project, 2026.