On October 14, 2026, the Institute of Education and Management of West Kazakhstan Innovation and Technology University held its traditional Student Initiation Ceremony. This special event for first-year students consisted of an official ceremony followed by a concert programme.

During the event, Samal Amangeldiyevna Mashanova, First Vice-Rector of WKITU and Acting Vice-Rector for Academic and Teaching and Methodological Affairs, congratulated the first-year students on the beginning of a new chapter in their lives. She wished them success in their studies and research, creative achievements, and a bright future.

A group of students were also honoured for their contribution to the development of the city’s youth movement, outstanding achievements in sports, and active participation in the University’s social, cultural, and public events.

Ayanbek Imanbayevich Abekeshev, Vice-Rector for Educational Affairs at West Kazakhstan Innovation and Technology University, then addressed the participants. He congratulated the students on this significant occasion and emphasised that student life is an important and responsible stage in every person’s life. He wished them academic success, active involvement in public life, and the determination to represent the University with dignity.

During the ceremony, the University’s most active students received letters of appreciation from the Youth Resource Centre of West Kazakhstan Region, the West Kazakhstan regional branch of the ADILET Party, and the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of West Kazakhstan Region.

In keeping with tradition, the first-year students took a solemn oath, pledging to observe the University’s internal regulations, study diligently, strengthen the reputation of the student community, and uphold the honour of the University.

Following the oath-taking ceremony, Aigul Abibollayevna Ramanova, Director of the Institute of Education and Management, Candidate of Philological Sciences and Professor, formally presented student identity cards to the first-year students and wished them every success in their pursuit of knowledge.

The celebration continued with a vibrant concert programme. Student creative groups presented modern dance performances and humorous KVN sketches. Well-known national and regional performers also entertained the audience with popular songs and memorable performances, creating a joyful festive atmosphere.

The ceremony marked the first step of the new students into university life and became a bright and unforgettable occasion for everyone involved.