ENU students are leaders of international PR competitions in Bishkek and Krasnoyarsk

The Department of Media Communications and Public Relations at the Higher School of Journalism and Social Sciences of the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University has once again demonstrated its high potential on the international professional stage. Students of the "Public Relations" educational program returned with triumphant victories from prestigious communication forums in Central Asia and Russia, strengthening the university's international reputation.

The systematic participation of departmental students in international professional competitions has fostered a sustained dynamic of high achievement. This year, representing the university under the guidance of Gulnazym Algalieva, Senior Lecturer of the Department of Media Communications and Public Relations, was the "NOMAD" team, consisting of: Aziya Yeleuzhan, Alika Yeleuzhan, Aruzhan Murzagalieva, Symbat Orynbassar, and Zhannur Magzumova.

It is essential to highlight the long-term contribution of Gulnazym Algalieva in preparing student delegations for international competitions. The synergy of the mentor's extensive practical experience and the department's fundamental theoretical school allowed the "NOMAD" team to continue its winning streak this season.

The competition season for the "NOMAD" team began with the international olympiad held as part of the National Festival of Advertising and Public Relations "Zhoogazyn-2026" in Bishkek. Demonstrating high professionalism and creativity in solving practical cases, ENU students secured 1st Place. This victory reaffirmed the international competitiveness of the quality of education provided by ENU.

Following the festival, an official letter of appreciation was sent to the Rector of the L.N. Gumilyov ENU, Yerlan Sydykov, from the Rector of the J. Balasagyn Kyrgyz National University, D.Chontoev. The letter expressed gratitude for the university's active participation and specifically noted the high level of professional training, creative approach, and sincere interest of ENU students in the development of the communications sphere. This recognition serves as a testament to the strengthening academic and professional ties between the two leading universities.

Following their success in Kyrgyzstan, the team participated in one of Russia’s largest professional events—the international festival "PR and Advertising Week on the Yenisei 2026" (YarPR 2026), where they earned a comprehensive array of prestigious awards.

1st Degree Diplomas:

Team "NOMAD, ENU" - for the Best Solution to the "Apogee" company case in the "Sinyaya Shishka" (Blue Cone) All-Russian Communication Projects Contest;

Alika Yeleuzhan - in the category "Creative Development and Alignment with Vision" for solving the Krasnoyarsk City Clinical Hospital №20 case;

Aziya Yeleuzhan - in the category "Creative Development and Alignment with Vision" for solving the Krasnoyarsk City Clinical Hospital №20 case;

Aziya Yeleuzhan - for victory in the category "Relevance of Research";

Alika Yeleuzhan - Winner in the "Public Relations Technologies" section.

2nd Degree Diplomas:

Zhannur Magzumova - in the "Public Relations Technologies" section of the conference "PR and Advertising: Traditions and Innovations";

Aruzhan Murzagalieva - in the "Public Relations Technologies" section (Academic Supervisor: G. Algalieva);

Team "NOMAD" - for the successful solution of the JSC "SUEK-Krasnoyarsk" case;

Team "NOMAD" - for the solution of the OJSC "Yenisei Territorial Generation Company (TGC-13)" case.

3rd Degree Diplomas:

Team "NOMAD, ENU" - Laureate of the All-Russian Student Olympiad finals in the team competition for Territorial Branding;

Team "NOMAD, ENU" — for solving the "Enisey-STM" and "TS Komandor" cases within the "Sinyaya Shishka" contest;

Team "NOMAD" - in the team competition for Territorial Branding (2nd Degree Diploma in the subcategory);

Team "NOMAD" - in the Poster Competition (3rd Place).

These achievements serve as a direct indicator of the effectiveness of the L.N. Gumilyov ENU educational programs and the high academic level of the department’s faculty. By working on real-world business cases, future PR specialists successfully defended their practical skills before international experts.

Congratulations to the winners on their well-deserved success!