International Online Olympiad in Foreign Languages dedicated to the 30th anniversary of L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University was held at the Faculty of International Relations

On February 27, 2026, the Department of Foreign Languages of the Faculty of International Relations at L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University held its annual International Online Student Olympiad in Foreign Languages (English, German, French, Spanish) for students of non-linguistic disciplines.

The aim of the event was to promote multilingualism, enhance motivation for learning foreign languages, and expand students' sociocultural, linguistic, and intercultural competencies.

The event began with an official opening ceremony, where welcoming speeches were delivered by Board Member – Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs A. B. Beysenbai, Acting Dean of the Faculty of International Relations A. K. Kupayeva, and Head of the Department of Foreign Languages of the Faculty of International Relations L. K. Meirambekova, and Miguel Trigo Narbona, Spanish language lecturer at the Department of Foreign Languages

They emphasized that in today's world, amid the continuous deepening of globalization, exchange and cooperation are becoming increasingly important for individuals and countries alike. Undoubtedly, knowledge of foreign languages and the ability to overcome language barriers are among the key conditions for developing and strengthening these connections. Mastery of a foreign language opens new horizons, serving as a gateway to another culture and enabling not only a deeper understanding of others but also a fresh perspective on oneself.

They also highlighted the importance of such events, which serve as excellent platforms for knowledge and skill exchange among students and provide an opportunity to demonstrate their high level of foreign language proficiency.

The Olympiad was conducted online, allowing for broader participation and enabling students from different countries to join. More than 100 students from 3 countries and 7 universities took part in the competition, including partner universities of L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University: Belarusian State University (Belarus), Osh State University (Kyrgyzstan), Karakalpak State University (Karakalpakstan)

Universities from Kazakhstan that participated in the Olympiad included: Karaganda Buketov Research University (Karaganda), Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz (Karaganda), K.Kulazhanov Kazakh University of Technology and Business, MGIMO branch of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation in the Republic of Kazakhstan, A.K. Kussainov Eurasian Humanities Institute, Astana International University (Astana), Kazakh Agrotechnical Research University named after S. Seifullin (Astana)

First-year students of non-linguistic disciplines competed in the English language category, while second-year students participated in the French, German and Spanish language competitions.

The Olympiad consisted of two stages:

First round – Listening comprehension

Second round – Speaking on a given topic

Participants who scored over 90% in the first round were eligible to advance to the final stage of the Olympiad.

The jury included both international and domestic professors:

• Sam Barber– English language instructor, Working Consortium, Astana
• Zarema Nadrchina– French language instructor, French Alliance, Astana
• Migel Trigo Narbona– Lecturer, Department of Foreign Languages, Faculty of International Relations, L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University
• Gulshat Zeynelkhabidenovna Beysembayeva– Senior Lecturer, Department of Foreign Languages, Faculty of Philology, L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University
• Anna Mikhailovna Yesengaliyeva – Professor, Department of Foreign Languages, Faculty of International Relations, L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University
• Ademau Kayirgeldinovna Akylbekova– Senior Lecturer, a Master of Philology, Pavlodar Pedagogical University named after A.Margulan

The jury noted the high level of preparation among all participants.

Results of the Olympiad:

English Language Category

First Degree Diplomas:

• Rukhsar Khoso (N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)
• Layikzhan Kydyrkhozha (K.Kulazhanov Kazakh University of Technology and Business)

Second Degree Diplomas:

• Nurayim Sadyk (L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)
• Arailym Kayrat(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)
• Ratmir Yensegenov(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)
• Amina Abdrakhmanova(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)

Third Degree Diplomas:

• Inkar Zhumazhan(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)
• Ayazhan Toleu(Karaganda Buketov Research University)
• Zhan Tazabek(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)
• Sagynysh Satpekov(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)
• Ramil Mukhamedov(Osh State University)
• Akylzhan Zhaksybek(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)

German Language Category

First Degree Diploma:

• Sakhinur Khalilova(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)

Second Degree Diplomas:

• Ayana Satarbayeva(Osh State University)
• Nurzada Nurbekkyzy(Osh State University)

Third Degree Diplomas:

• Amir Turarov(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)
• Inkar Temirgali(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)
• Galina Beifus(Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz)

French Language Category

First Degree Diploma:

• Aigerim Muratova(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)

Second Degree Diplomas:

• Ainur Khabiyeva(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)
• Nadira Makhmut(L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)

Third Degree Diplomas:

• Polina Shlyakhtunova(Belarusian State University)
• Farida Assadullayeva (Karaganda Buketov Research University)
• Luobov Mikhaylovich (Belarusian State University)
• Adiya Maksot(Kazakh Agrotechnical Research University named after S. Seifullin)

Spanish Language Category

First Degree Diploma:

• Polina Nossovich(Belarusian State University)

Second Degree Diploma:

• Alla Gurskaya(Belarusian State University)
• Yeskedir Muratov (Karaganda Buketov Research University)

Third Degree Diploma:

• Maksim Vilkockiy(Belarusian State University)
• Kamilla Akhmetbekova (L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University)

The winners of the Olympiad were awarded First, Second, and Third Degree Diplomas. The Department of Foreign Languages of the Faculty of International Relations expresses sincere gratitude to the jury members for their active support in organizing the International Online Student Olympiad and to all participants for their interest in the event and their demonstration of high foreign language proficiency.

We look forward to further fruitful collaboration!