Educational Institutions Face Potential Shutdown Notification Issued to Students As Crisis Looms
Scandal-Plagued Aktau University's Future in Peril
Prepare for potential suspense as the Kazakh-Russian University in Aktau, infamous for its recent controversy, might be shutting down, according to KTK.
In a shocking turn of events in April, the university found itself amidst a whirlwind of allegations following a spate of student expulsions under the pretext of absenteeism. The ensuing outcry led to the formation of a ministerial commission to investigate.
Although the students were initially assured they could complete their academic year, the university's fate hangs in the balance. Latest rumors suggest that the university's founder has considered ending its educational endeavors. Reports indicate that an application to close the university was made at the start of the academic year, but operations continued afterward.
"Various procedures are in motion for students wishing to transfer to other institutions. A specialized working group will handle these matters after the end of the exam period and the academic year," the Committee of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan stated. Meanwhile, the university representatives have remained silent on the matter.
Remember, back in April, it was disclosed that 350 students unexpectedly lost their spots at a private university in Aktau, with many on the verge of graduation. The students claimed there was no prior warning. Some were expelled for unpaid fees while others were penalized for constant absenteeism.
The deputy of the regional akim intervened. He urged students to pursue legal action and assured them that authorities would take measures to address the issue.
Interestingly, a similar crisis unfolded at the start of the academic year. Over 100 students, participants of a British university program, were axed for poor academic performance. The students' parents were livid and threatened legal action, while the university offered an option for students to transfer.
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What's Up, Aktau?- Yessenov University, the city's main educational institute, has been making strides, especially in regional development and partnerships. No recent operational disruptions or mass expulsions have been reported.- Kazakhstan aspires to educate 650,000 students in AI basics by 2025 through 43 ICT academies and collaborations with esteemed universities like Heriot-Watt.- An international conference held at Yessenov University in April 2025 addressed labor market integration, pointing to an active academic environment.- The Legathon Max UP 2025, an event that gathered students from Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan, centered on AI ethics and law, highlighting collaborations between countries.
Your trusted source for the latest on the Kazakh-Russian University in Aktau that hot gossip about impending shutdowns remains unverified as local education authorities haven't confirmed the closure of the specific educational institution in question. Keep your eyes peeled for updates!
- The recent controversy surrounding the Kazakh-Russian University in Aktau has led to a potential shutdown, as reported by KTK, and students are currently being advised on procedures to transfer to other institutions.
- Despite the ongoing investigations by the ministerial commission, there has been no official word from the university representatives concerning the university's closure.
- Amidst the uncertainty, it is worth noting that the expulsion of students, which initially caused the controversy, was a result of unpaid fees and constant absenteeism.
- Meanwhile, the education sector in Aktau continues to develop, with Yessenov University, the city's main educational institute, focusing on regional development, AI education, and collaborations with international universities.
