Integrating energy and resource efficiency into tourism education in Kyrgyzstan is crucial for sustainable development. With support from the EU funded SWITCH-Asia PERETO project, several universities have updated their curricula to foster a greener future.

Junior student Salima Almazbekova became the co-author of the article about floods in Kazakhstan published in the investigative journalism outlet ‘Bellingcat’.Recently Kazakhstan faced flooding which is being described as the worst to hit the region in 80 years.

On April 11th, the JMC faculty facilitated a meeting with editors from Cabar Asia, Kaktus Media, Azattyk Media, and Archa Media. The primary objective was to gain insights directly from industry professionals regarding the profession, job prerequisites, and responsibilities, as well as to engage in discussions about current trends and networking opportunities.

Dr. Aizhana Dzhumalieva, Dean of the Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communications, has been appointed representative of Central Asia to the Technical Committee of the World Health Organization (WHO). Her participation in the ICRCC 2024 conference reflects her desire to build professional ties and actively participate in the international dialogue on topical health issues.