Can you change the life of a university, city or country if you have
only just entered your first year? Participants of the Student Self-Government
Bodies Day at Karaganda Industrial University were shown that it is not
necessary to hold a high position to do so. It is enough not to remain on the
sidelines, to propose ideas and to be ready to take responsibility for your decisions.
The event was held on September 11, on the eve of Family Day. This gave
the meeting a special meaning, because responsibility, respect, mutual support
and readiness to help others are formed primarily in the family, and then
manifested in studies, public life and attitudes towards others.
The first part of the event, which brought together about 300 students,
was dedicated to civic responsibility, safety, youth initiatives, volunteering
and development opportunities. The meeting began with the performance of the
National Anthem of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
One of the main topics was the new Constitution of Kazakhstan. Public
figure and editor-in-chief of the city newspaper «Теміртау тынысы» Nurlikhan
Kalkamanuly spoke about how to apply the provisions of the Basic Law in
everyday life. His presentation was entitled “Constitution of the Republic of
Kazakhstan: A Guide to Application for Leaders”.
Participants were invited to view the Constitution not as a complex
legal document, but as a clear guideline for a young person. It established the
rights and freedoms of citizens, defined their duties and created a legal basis
for youth participation in public life. The new Constitution placed particular
importance on the development of human capital, education, science and
innovation. For students, this meant more opportunities to acquire knowledge,
develop their abilities, take initiative and participate in decision-making.
At the same time, leadership is impossible without respect for the law
and other people. This idea was continued by Nurkhan Nurmakhanov, a member of
the regional information and awareness-raising group, political scientist and
deputy of the Temirtau City Maslikhat. He spoke with students about the
prevention of terrorism and extremism, modern information threats and ways to
recognize destructive ideas. Particular attention was paid to critical thinking
and responsible behavior on social media.
Samal Ibragimova, Head of the Anti-Corruption Compliance Service of
KarIU, spoke about integrity and personal responsibility. She emphasized that
an ethical university environment is built through the actions of every
individual. True leadership begins with principle, fairness and a willingness
not to turn a blind eye to violations.
Akerke Li, Director of the Temirtau Youth Resource Center, introduced
first-year students to city programs and projects. Students learned where they
could seek support, how to find like-minded people and how to turn their own
ideas into real initiatives.
A separate discussion was devoted to creativity. Alexey Li, Head of the
“Magnitka” KVN League, spoke about how participation in KVN helps reveal
abilities, learn to speak in front of an audience and become part of an active
student team.
Meken Nagyzbek, Head of the “Shanyrak” Volunteer Center, spoke about
volunteer activities. He demonstrated that volunteering provides not only an
opportunity to help people, but also valuable life experience: it teaches
people to work as a team, take responsibility and see the results of their
actions.
Miras Yauda, Head of the “Zhasyl El” project, spoke about employment and
environmental initiatives for young people, while Vusal Mamedov, Coordinator of
the “Taza Kazakhstan” project, spoke about the role of young people in
improving the city and fostering a responsible attitude towards the
environment. Participants were reminded that the cleanliness of streets,
courtyards and public spaces begins with the daily actions of every resident.
Ilya Usov, Chairman of the Temirtau City Branch of the “Zhastar Rukhy”
Youth Wing, explained how to go from an idea to a public project. Students
received practical advice on building a team, finding support and implementing
their own initiatives.
The safety and psychological well-being of young people were also not
overlooked. Tatyana Stepanova, a psychologist and specialist in countering
bullying and cyberbullying, explained how to recognize bullying, protect
oneself, support a person facing pressure and where to seek help. The main
conclusion was simple: silence and indifference make the problem worse, while
timely support can change the situation.
The series of presentations was concluded by Ardana Myrzanova, Regional
Coordinator of the republican project “Reading Nation” of the Youth Resource
Center of the Karaganda Region. She spoke about the development of reading
culture and reminded participants that books help broaden horizons, critically
assess information and form an independent position.
The first part of the event brought together various topics, but each of
them led to one conclusion: a student can be not just an observer, but a
full-fledged participant in the life of the university and society. This
approach reflected the spirit of the new Constitution, at the center of which
are the person, their development, rights, responsibility and contribution to
the future of the country.
At the end of the event, the organizers officially declared the Student
Self-Government Bodies Day open. The program continued with an introduction of
first-year students to the student organizations of Karaganda Industrial
University.
Photo Gallery
