πFEP: If knowledge is not put into practice, it does not benefit anyone
β Meet Shokirjon Sunnatulloev β an FEP Fellow from Navoi State University of Mines and Technology currently being hosted by West Virginia University!
πDuring his fellowship, he observed and participated in lab sessions related to coal preparation and analysis. He has also participated in the 2023 Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration (SME) Annual Conference and Exposition.
πΈThe SME Annual Conference and Expo are one of the worldβs largest and most important conferences related to mining and minerals.
πDuring the conference, Shokirjon had the opportunity to test a mining equipment simulator and network with top academics, industry experts, and investors.
π₯In reflecting on his FEP experience thus far, Shokirjon says: βPractice is learning. Active practice, meanwhile, is one of the greatest forms of learning, because the mistakes you make while practicing reveal important insightsβ.
β Meet Shokirjon Sunnatulloev β an FEP Fellow from Navoi State University of Mines and Technology currently being hosted by West Virginia University!
πDuring his fellowship, he observed and participated in lab sessions related to coal preparation and analysis. He has also participated in the 2023 Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration (SME) Annual Conference and Exposition.
πΈThe SME Annual Conference and Expo are one of the worldβs largest and most important conferences related to mining and minerals.
πDuring the conference, Shokirjon had the opportunity to test a mining equipment simulator and network with top academics, industry experts, and investors.
π₯In reflecting on his FEP experience thus far, Shokirjon says: βPractice is learning. Active practice, meanwhile, is one of the greatest forms of learning, because the mistakes you make while practicing reveal important insightsβ.
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π€UniCEN: a positive relationship and mutual trust through internationalization
β In Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan the next workshop on Internationalization in Higher Education, organized by American Councils, is just getting started.
βοΈDuring the next few days, on March 24-25, 2023, representatives of Central Asian universities will discuss the importance of internationalization for higher education, its key trends, benefits etc.
π―Feruza Khajieva, faculty staff of Bukhara State University and the FEP (Faculty enrichment program) alumna, is one of the 10 participants from Uzbekistan HEIs. She says βInternationalization is part of the global knowledge economy. I believe that the workshop will provide us with the necessary tools and knowledge to enhance institutional strengths through strategic partnershipsβ.
πΈWe wish a very productive workshop with exciting and encouraging discussions and exchange of knowledge!
πFor more information visit https://unicen.americancouncils.org/
β In Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan the next workshop on Internationalization in Higher Education, organized by American Councils, is just getting started.
βοΈDuring the next few days, on March 24-25, 2023, representatives of Central Asian universities will discuss the importance of internationalization for higher education, its key trends, benefits etc.
π―Feruza Khajieva, faculty staff of Bukhara State University and the FEP (Faculty enrichment program) alumna, is one of the 10 participants from Uzbekistan HEIs. She says βInternationalization is part of the global knowledge economy. I believe that the workshop will provide us with the necessary tools and knowledge to enhance institutional strengths through strategic partnershipsβ.
πΈWe wish a very productive workshop with exciting and encouraging discussions and exchange of knowledge!
πFor more information visit https://unicen.americancouncils.org/
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Upon the Navruz holidays, the Ambassador of Uzbekistan to USA, Javlon Vakhabov, welcomed another group of FLEX students from Uzbekistan currently studying at high schools in Nebraska, New York, Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, & Oregon. Ambassador Vakhabov provided them with a tour of the embassy and wished them success in the future!
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π«For inquiries, please follow the FLEX program announcements:
Instagram | Telegram | Facebook | Website
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FEP: Inspiration does exist, but it must find you working
πΈMeet our next FEP fellow, Sanjar Jumanazarov - a lecturer at Silk Road International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage (Samarkand), hosted by the University of Wyoming, USA.
π―Recently he has been able to take part in 13th IEEE Integrated STEM Education Conference at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, where he met distinguished professors and researchers from all over the USA.
π Silk Road IUTCH has already signed an MOU with University of Wyoming. Moreover, Sanjar met with the Dean of Haub School Prof. John L. Kaprowski, who emphasized the importance of mutual partnership.
πOn March 25, 2023, Sanjar participated in celebrating the NAWRUZ at the University of Wyoming. He says: βCultural diversity brings a collective strength that can benefit all of humanity. And the true success of FEP fellow is more than gaining solely for yourself. It will be seen what you could bring to your countryβ.
πΈMeet our next FEP fellow, Sanjar Jumanazarov - a lecturer at Silk Road International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage (Samarkand), hosted by the University of Wyoming, USA.
π―Recently he has been able to take part in 13th IEEE Integrated STEM Education Conference at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, where he met distinguished professors and researchers from all over the USA.
π Silk Road IUTCH has already signed an MOU with University of Wyoming. Moreover, Sanjar met with the Dean of Haub School Prof. John L. Kaprowski, who emphasized the importance of mutual partnership.
πOn March 25, 2023, Sanjar participated in celebrating the NAWRUZ at the University of Wyoming. He says: βCultural diversity brings a collective strength that can benefit all of humanity. And the true success of FEP fellow is more than gaining solely for yourself. It will be seen what you could bring to your countryβ.
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πUniCEN: The more we share, the more we have!
β On March 24th and 25th, American Councils organized the UniCEN Workshop on internationalization in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
π―After participating in the workshop, Anvar Karimov - a faculty member of Samarkand Institute of Economics and Service organized an informational seminar to share what he learned.
πDuring the seminar, he shared information about the COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) and EDGE (Experiential Digital Global Engagement) programs. He also shared strategies for integrating culture and global learning into the teaching process.
πΈAnvar says: βThe important thing I learned from the Bishkek workshop is the crucial point is not to obtain new facts but to discover new ways of thinking, and the great aim of education is not knowledge but action. So, I hope using the skills I obtained during the workshop we can enhance our activity in internationalization.β
πFor more information visit https://unicen.americancouncils.org/
β On March 24th and 25th, American Councils organized the UniCEN Workshop on internationalization in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
π―After participating in the workshop, Anvar Karimov - a faculty member of Samarkand Institute of Economics and Service organized an informational seminar to share what he learned.
πDuring the seminar, he shared information about the COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) and EDGE (Experiential Digital Global Engagement) programs. He also shared strategies for integrating culture and global learning into the teaching process.
πΈAnvar says: βThe important thing I learned from the Bishkek workshop is the crucial point is not to obtain new facts but to discover new ways of thinking, and the great aim of education is not knowledge but action. So, I hope using the skills I obtained during the workshop we can enhance our activity in internationalization.β
πFor more information visit https://unicen.americancouncils.org/
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American Councils for International Education in Uzbekistan renews its Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Preschool and School Education.
On March 27, American Councils renewed its MoU with the Ministry of Preschool and School Education of Uzbekistan, further strengthening its cooperation and dedication to the development of educational reforms and the relationship between the US and Uzbekistan. The updated MoU provides a framework for the successful joint implementation of several American Councils-administered programs, such as Youth Employment Skills (YES) funded by the United States Agency for International Development and Future Leaders Exchange, English Access Microscholarships, and English Speaking Nation funded by the U.S. State Department, supporting goals of the Ministry to equip youth with necessary skills for workforce readiness and to advance English language teaching and learning.
American Councils looks forward to continuous fruitful cooperation with the Ministry.
On March 27, American Councils renewed its MoU with the Ministry of Preschool and School Education of Uzbekistan, further strengthening its cooperation and dedication to the development of educational reforms and the relationship between the US and Uzbekistan. The updated MoU provides a framework for the successful joint implementation of several American Councils-administered programs, such as Youth Employment Skills (YES) funded by the United States Agency for International Development and Future Leaders Exchange, English Access Microscholarships, and English Speaking Nation funded by the U.S. State Department, supporting goals of the Ministry to equip youth with necessary skills for workforce readiness and to advance English language teaching and learning.
American Councils looks forward to continuous fruitful cooperation with the Ministry.
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πFEP: Meeting with U.S. Dept. of State Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs
β Diloromkhon Ismoilova, FEP fellow from Fergana State University, was placed as a visiting faculty at Michigan State University, where she is engaged in curriculum development, exploring alternative teaching and assessment methodologies.
πRecently she and FEP fellows at MSU met with U.S. Dept. of State Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs. FEP fellows shared experiences in terms of academic, social and cultural life at Michigan State University. Representatives of U.S. Department of State shared with fellows many other programs for Uzbekistan scholars and encouraged to keep contributing to the lifelong relationship between the two countries.
πΈFor more information visit https://fep.americancouncils.org/
β Diloromkhon Ismoilova, FEP fellow from Fergana State University, was placed as a visiting faculty at Michigan State University, where she is engaged in curriculum development, exploring alternative teaching and assessment methodologies.
πRecently she and FEP fellows at MSU met with U.S. Dept. of State Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs. FEP fellows shared experiences in terms of academic, social and cultural life at Michigan State University. Representatives of U.S. Department of State shared with fellows many other programs for Uzbekistan scholars and encouraged to keep contributing to the lifelong relationship between the two countries.
πΈFor more information visit https://fep.americancouncils.org/
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Forwarded from U.S. Embassy Tashkent
Ambassador Henick was honored to meet with the alumni of the Open World Exchange Program after their return from the U.S. These leaders included members of parliament, representatives from the Ministry of Justice and Supreme Court, agricultural experts, and members of the Uzbekistan Direct Investment Fund.
During their ten day exchange, these participants had the opportunity to live with American host families. This unique experience provided them a better understanding of American life and allowed them to share traditions and culture from Uzbekistan with their hosts.
During their ten day exchange, these participants had the opportunity to live with American host families. This unique experience provided them a better understanding of American life and allowed them to share traditions and culture from Uzbekistan with their hosts.
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Forwarded from Central Asia University Partnerships (UniCEN)
π―In March, the UniCEN (Central Asia University Partnerships Program) Internationalization Workshop was successfully completed in the Kyrgyz Republic.
πOver 40 university representatives from Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan came together to learn about student mobility, academic mobility, credit systems transfer, development of international education offices, enhancing international student and faculty recruitment, and more.
πΈU.S. experts shared insights about the American higher education system, while American Councils provided practical tips for engaging with U.S. universities.
πUniCEN is a platform to create sustainable ties and increase opportunities for collaboration between U.S. and Central Asian higher education institutions.
β Learn more about the UniCEN Internationalization Workshop here
πOver 40 university representatives from Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan came together to learn about student mobility, academic mobility, credit systems transfer, development of international education offices, enhancing international student and faculty recruitment, and more.
πΈU.S. experts shared insights about the American higher education system, while American Councils provided practical tips for engaging with U.S. universities.
πUniCEN is a platform to create sustainable ties and increase opportunities for collaboration between U.S. and Central Asian higher education institutions.
β Learn more about the UniCEN Internationalization Workshop here
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Each exchange program fellow is a cultural Ambassador of their country
π Nozima Jabborova, a Faculty Enrichment Program (FEP) fellow from Tashkent University of Information Technologies, is currently being hosted as a visiting faculty at Texas A&M Corpus Christi, where Nozima explores alternative teaching and assessment methodologies, and expands her knowledge in IT field.
π―On March 30, 2023, Nozima took part in the Parade of Nations β one of the most important events of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. The Parade of Nations and Multicultural Festival celebrates diversity with a colorful parade of flag-bearing students, staff, and community members.
πΊπΏDuring the Parade, Nozima represented Uzbekistan. She says: βYour pride for your country should not come after your country becomes great; your country becomes great because of your pride in it. During the Parade, while carrying the Uzbekistan flag I felt love, devotion, and support all around me. Thanks FEP for such an amazing experienceβ.
π Nozima Jabborova, a Faculty Enrichment Program (FEP) fellow from Tashkent University of Information Technologies, is currently being hosted as a visiting faculty at Texas A&M Corpus Christi, where Nozima explores alternative teaching and assessment methodologies, and expands her knowledge in IT field.
π―On March 30, 2023, Nozima took part in the Parade of Nations β one of the most important events of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. The Parade of Nations and Multicultural Festival celebrates diversity with a colorful parade of flag-bearing students, staff, and community members.
πΊπΏDuring the Parade, Nozima represented Uzbekistan. She says: βYour pride for your country should not come after your country becomes great; your country becomes great because of your pride in it. During the Parade, while carrying the Uzbekistan flag I felt love, devotion, and support all around me. Thanks FEP for such an amazing experienceβ.
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