
NEWS

IUCA Associate Professor Roman Valvakov (English Linguistics Program) Presented at Two International Conferences in Moscow
Roman Valvakov, Candidate of Philological Sciences and Associate Professor of the “English Linguistics” program at the International University of Central Asia, took part in two major academic events held in Moscow in March and April 2025.
4/9/25

IUCA at Francophonie Week 2025: French — a window to the world
On April 7, 2025, students of the “English Linguistics” program, accompanied by their French language instructor, Mirana Tsoi, took part in a vibrant cultural and educational program organized by the Embassy of France in Kyrgyzstan as part of Francophonie Week
4/7/25

Exploring Cultures Through Stories and Places: the Second Virtual Session of the Virtual Cultural Exchange
The second virtual session of the Virtual Cultural Exchange between STLCC and IUCA took place on February 27, 2025, further strengthening cross-cultural dialogue and academic collaboration. The session featured a virtual tour of STLCC’s campus, a presentation on St. Louis and Missouri, and an interactive quiz on local culture. A highlight of the event was IUCA student Akynov Adil’s recitation of the Manas epic, which introduced STLCC students to Kyrgyz oral traditions and sparked discussions on folklore and cultural heritage.
This collaborative program is made possible in part by the support of the Inner Asian and Uralic National Resource Center (IAUNRC) at Indiana University, which plays a key role in promoting cross-cultural educational initiatives.
2/27/25