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About the Project Office

The Project Office of L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University is a center for coordination, monitoring, and development of all university project initiatives. Its mission is to implement a modern project management culture, increase the efficiency of strategic initiatives, and develop project competencies among staff and students.

The Project Office ensures a systematic approach to managing educational, scientific, and infrastructure projects by uniting departments and external partners to achieve the University's development goals.

Main Areas of Activity:

Project planning and support — from idea to implementation, with control over timelines, budget, and results;
Methodological and analytical support — development of standards, templates, regulations, training, and consulting;
Monitoring and performance evaluation — maintaining a project registry, KPI analysis, and risk management;
Integration of project-based approaches into education — developing competencies among students and faculty;
Digitalization of processes — application of modern IT tools for planning, communication, and reporting.

The ENU Project Office is a driver of sustainable transformation, forming a unified project management ecosystem and improving the quality of the university environment.

Project Office Activities

№	Project Title	Project Objective	Project Leader	Project Owner / Sponsor
1	Summer School of Russian & Eurasian Studies (SSRES)	Organize and conduct a summer school for University of Arizona students to improve their Russian and Kazakh language proficiency and gain insight into Kazakhstan’s socio-cultural life (by Aug 8, 2025).	Asem Ilyasova – Director, Institute of Continuing Education	University of Arizona; Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs A.B. Beisenbai
2	Zeren Photo Fest	Train students in photojournalism with national media involvement; at least 10 participants and 5 quality works each (by Nov 28, 2025).	Yerbol Yerdenbek – Head, Information Center	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
3	SmartVoice: Inclusive Education through Audiotechnology	Develop and implement a SMART.ENU module for automatic lecture-to-audio conversion with Kazakh language support (by Dec 22, 2025).	Assel Omarbekova – Director, Department of Digital Development	Vice-Rector for Digitalization / Chief Digital Officer G.T. Bekmanova
4	Two Bridges ENU	Conduct open ship-modeling competitions among students and pupils with ≥15 teams, ≥20 media publications (by Sept 20, 2025).	O. Tenbai – Head, Strategic Planning Office	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
5	IQUP	Host an intellectual competition among Astana universities to foster logical and critical thinking (by Mar 15, 2025).	Zh.A. Tilep – Director, Department of Social and Civic Development	Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development L. Telegenkyzy
6	Green Energy Management	Conduct the international summer school GEM with universities from Italy and Uzbekistan (by Sept 30, 2025).	A.V. Karmelyuk – Director, Department of International Cooperation	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
7	ENU Videocast – Education Without Borders	Produce and publish 7 podcast episodes on inclusive education on ENU’s YouTube channel (by Dec 12, 2025).	Yaroslava Kovaleva – Head, Center for Inclusive Support	Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development L. Telegenkyzy
8	ENU Kids Camp	Expand the university’s social benefits package for faculty and staff (by June 30, 2025).	Zh.A. Tilep	Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development L. Telegenkyzy
9	Eurasian Climate Talks	Conduct a series of events to promote sustainable development among students (by Dec 22, 2025).	R. Akshalova – Head, Department of International Law	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov; Embassy of Germany
10	Bolashak PRO Club	Increase faculty participation in the “Bolashak – 500 Scientists” fellowship and raise awareness (by Nov 28, 2025).	A.S. Maikanov – Director, Administrative Department	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
11	Ecological Oasis	Create a green eco-zone in ENU’s campus with ≥12 planted species and ≥10 media publications (within 2025).	O. Tenbai	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
12	Eco-Art Project: “See with Your Heart – Nature at Your Fingertips”	Hold 7 workshops and 2 exhibitions from recycled materials to create an inclusive art platform (by Dec 12, 2025).	Yaroslava Kovaleva	Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development L. Telegenkyzy
13	Psychologist-Practitioner School	Develop practical skills for ≥25 psychology students through applied training (by Nov 28, 2025).	N.B. Beissenova – Head, Center for Psychological Support	Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development L. Telegenkyzy
14	MGIMO Branch at ENU	Open a branch of Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO) at ENU (by Oct 30, 2025).	B.Zh. Somzhurek – Director, Higher School of Education	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
15	Laboratory of Sociological Research	Conduct an autumn data analysis school using Python, train 10 students and 2 lecturers, automate UVKOK (by Dec 20, 2025).	Sh.T. Akhmetova – Head, UVKOK	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
16	Global ENU Programs Abroad	Accredit ENU programs in China and launch training at Nankai University (by Oct 30, 2025).	A.O. Zhagyparova – Dean, Faculty of Economics	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
17	Luban Workshop (Tianjin)	Establish the Luban Workshop for AI, drones, and automation fields (by Dec 22, 2025).	Gulmira Tyleuberdievna Bekmanova – Vice-Rector for Digitalization, Chief Digital Officer of ENU	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
18	ICT Advisory Council	Establish a council under ENU to provide strategic recommendations for ICT and AI development (by Dec 22, 2025).	L.S. Sabitova – Director, Department of Online Learning	Vice-Rector for Digitalization G.T. Bekmanova
19	From Classroom to Leadership: Alumni Research (1996–2025)	Publish an analytical book on ENU alumni to mark the 30th anniversary (by Dec 22, 2025).	A.B. Smailova – Head, Marketing and Alumni Relations	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
20	Individual Lecturer Plan (ILP)	Develop a digital tool for organizing and systematizing faculty work (by Dec 20, 2025).	Sh.T. Akhmetova	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
21	Green Office	Establish ENU’s “Green Office” as a coordination center for sustainability, promoting eco-projects, infrastructure, and monitoring (by Dec 22, 2025).	N.R. Rakhimova – Head, Center for Sustainable Development	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
22	Astana Aruy – 2025	Organize a student beauty and image contest among Astana universities (by Apr 4, 2025).	Zh.A. Tilep – Director, Department of Social and Civic Development	Vice-Rector for Socio-Cultural Development L. Telegenkyzy
23	Altai Heritage Expedition – 2	Conduct a car expedition across the Altai region to study cultural heritage and promote ENU’s 30th anniversary (by Sept 1, 2026).	A.S. Maikanov	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
24	ESG and Sustainable Development (EMBA)	Launch an EMBA program on ESG and sustainability, develop materials, host expert workshops (by Nov 28, 2025).	Asem Ilyasova	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
25	Guest Campus	Open a guest-house floor for foreign professors and visitors; train tourism students in hospitality management (by Sept 2026).	A. Zhumataev – Director, Directorate of Student Dormitories	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
26	20 New Sports Sections	Launch 20 sports sections across various disciplines engaging ≥500 students (by June 1, 2025).	D.A. Rakhimzhanov – Head, ENU Sports Club	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development A.B. Beisenbai
27	ENU Global Research	Increase the number of international projects and faculty involvement in research collaborations (by Dec 31, 2025).	A.B. Zakirova, A.V. Karmelyuk	Vice-Rectors: D.R. Aitmagambetov, Zh.D. Kurmangaliyeva
28	ENUGrad Campus Construction	Build a new university campus with educational, research, housing, and tech-park facilities (by Dec 2030).	K.M. Sayabayev – Advisor to Rector on Construction	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
29	TechnoPark Laboratory	Develop infrastructure for the ENU-QURYLYS Engineering Center to advance green technologies (by Dec 2027).	K.M. Sayabayev	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
30	i-GALYM Digital Resource Center	Development of a digital platform by 31.12.2025 to ensure sustainable compliance of ENU research with international and national ethical standards, enhancing research quality for faculty and doctoral students through continuous consultation.	Baigabylov N.O. – PhD, Teacher Researcher of Sociology education department	Kurmangaliyeva Zh.D. – Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice Rector for Science and Commercialization

Closing event of 2025

The closing event marking the completion of 26 successfully implemented projects was held on December 19, 2025. During the event, the best projects and the best project managers were awarded. Currently, post-monitoring of the 2025 Project Portfolio is underway.

As a result of the closing event, the following outcomes were identified:

Within the University’s Project Portfolio, projects were implemented and successfully completed in the following areas: scientific, digital, educational, environmental, and image-building.

The projects listed below achieved their stated objectives and planned results.

Scientific Projects:

Project “Sociological Research Laboratory”

ENU Global Research

ICT Advisory Council

Digital Projects:

SmartVoice: Inclusive Education through Audio Technologies

i-GALYM Digital Research Ethics Resource Center

Educational Projects:

Green Energy Management (GEM) Summer School

Climate Talks Summer School

Master’s Degree Program 7M04145 – ESG and Sustainable Development (EMBA)

“ENU.VIDEOCAST – Education Without Borders”

“ENU Kids Camp” Summer Camp

School of Practical Psychology

20 New Sports Sections

“IQUP” Intellectual Competition among Astana Universities

Individual Faculty Plan (IFP)

Environmental Projects:

“Environmental Oasis” (within the framework of the “Green Campus” project)

Green Office

Eco-Art Project “Seeing with the Heart: Nature at Your Fingertips”

Image-Building Projects:

Branch of the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO)

Opening of the Luban Workshop (Tianjin Vocational University) at ENU

Summer School of Russian & Eurasian Studies (SSRES) in Kazakhstan

Launch of ENU Global Programs Abroad

Research Project “From Classroom to Leadership: ENU Alumni and Their Contribution to National Development” (1996–2025)

“Bolashak Pro” Club

“Zeren Photo Fest” Photography Festival

Astana Aruy

“TWO BRIDGES ENU” (Ship Modeling Competition for Talented Youth)

Training and Competency Development in 2025

July–August 2025 — project management training was conducted for 51 ENU employees.

November 19–22, 2025 — with a study visit to Moscow, Skoltech (Skolkovo), training was conducted for 13 key University staff members, including representatives of structural divisions and faculty deans involved in the “Construction of the ENUgrad Campus” project. The purpose was to study international best practices in the design, construction, and operation of world-class university campuses for application in the implementation of the strategic project.

December 8–12, 2025 — training and international Level D certification in project management were completed by 2 University employees, including one representative of the Project Office.

December 24–25, 2025 — training for faculty members and heads of structural divisions was conducted on the topic “Project Management and Institutionalization of the Project-Based Approach in the University,” with the participation of 30 attendees.

All participants successfully passed final assessment and confirmed their readiness to apply the acquired knowledge in practice.

All trainees completed final certification and demonstrated preparedness for practical implementation of the skills obtained. Photo reports from the training sessions are available on the official Instagram page of the Project Office: @enu_project_office.

These results demonstrate the establishment of a solid foundation for the further development of project activities at the University.

Promotion of Project Activities in 2025

To disseminate information about implemented initiatives and to foster a project-oriented mindset within the University, active information and media support has been utilized.

As of now, the official Instagram page of the Project Office has 1,382 followers;

10 interview videos have been published;

9 collaborative video productions have been prepared and released.

Systematic efforts to promote a project culture contribute to increasing the University’s openness, engaging young people, and shaping a positive public perception of ENU’s activities.

*The 2025 Regulations of the Project Office are available on the SMART ENU.

Image Projects of 2025

In order to strengthen international cooperation and build a sustainable image of ENU, the following initiatives are being implemented and prepared for launch:

opening of an MGIMO branch at ENU;
“Bolashak Pro” Professional and Leadership Development Club;
Luban Workshop (in cooperation with Tianjin Vocational Institute);
“TWO BRIDGES ENU” international competition;
Summer School of Russian & Eurasian Studies (SSRES) in Kazakhstan;
ECOART project “Seeing with the Heart: Nature at Your Fingertips”;
multimedia project “ENU.VIDEOCAST – Education Without Borders”.

Each project is aimed at expanding the partnership network and enhancing the university’s international recognition.

Portfolio of University-Wide Projects for 2026

№	Project Name	Strategic Direction	Project Manager	Project Goal	Implementation Period
1	ERULIK	Strategic direction 2 "Academic Excellence"	Zhambyl Amangeldiuly Tilep, Director of the Social and Civic Development Department	Creation of a comprehensive adaptation system for foreign students of the University, including informational and socio-cultural support, ensuring the participation of at least 50% of foreign students, increasing their level of adaptation in at least 75% of project participants (according to input and final monitoring).	March-November 2026
2	"Dialogue of Generations"	Strategic direction 2 "Academic Excellence"	Assem Serikovna Ilyassova, Director of the Institute of Continuing Education (EMBA)	Development of intergenerational interaction through joint projects, mentoring and increasing digital and social inclusion of participants. • involving at least 300 participants of different age groups per year; • conducting at least 20 intergenerational events (dialogues, master classes, lectures, project sessions); • development and implementation of at least 5 joint educational or socially significant projects; • involving ENU students and teaching staff in mentoring and joint project activities; • increasing the level of digital and social inclusion of senior students (based on the results of the survey - at least 70% of positive dynamics).	January-March 2026
3	"1+2" Model: Inclusive Volunteering Workshops	Strategic direction 2 "Academic Excellence"	Yaroslava Nikolaevna Kovaleva, Head of the Inclusive Support Center	Conducting training seminars for volunteers and staff supervising inclusive education in universities and colleges of Astana according to the "1+2" model, aimed at supporting students with special educational needs (SEN), in order to improve the quality of their academic, social and psychological support, format a culture of inclusive interaction and improve the educational inclusive environment.	January-December 2026
4	"My Story, My University, My World" (Educational project on the development of academic storytelling in English)	Strategic direction 3 "Internationalization and increasing global competitiveness"	Bakhytzhan Asetildayevich Orazaliyev, Director of the Scientific Library	Implement an English-language storytelling project for the 30th anniversary of ENU to develop public speaking and academic English. At least 30 students and staff will take part in the project; at least 30 stories in English will be created and publicly presented; the level of academic English and public speaking skills of participants will increase based on the results of input and final assessment/feedback.	March-April 2026
5	QS Eurasia Forum	Strategic direction 3 "Internationalization and increasing global competitiveness"	Anastassiya Vyacheslavovna Karmelyuk, Director of the International Cooperation Department	Strengthen the international image and academic reputation of the L.N. Gumilyov ENU as a leading scientific and educational hub of the Eurasian region by organizing and conducting the international QS Eurasia Forum in honor of the 30th anniversary of the university. Organizing and conducting a large-scale international academic forum in Astana together with the global analytical agency QS Quacquarelli Symonds. The event is timed to a landmark anniversary - the 30th anniversary of the L.N. Gumilyov ENU. To position ENU not just as a national university, but as a leading intellectual and integration center of the Eurasian space. The forum will become a platform for dialogue between leaders of higher education, the public sector and business. The event will include panel discussions on the quality of education, global competitiveness of universities and innovative approaches in science, as well as events demonstrating ENU's achievements over three decades.	February-November 2026
6	"Voices of Literature": student-teacher podcast about literature	Strategic direction 4 "Creation of an innovative ecosystem for students and teachers"	Alina Gennadyevna Uaisbayeva, Lecturer of the Russian Philology education department	Creating a platform for a meaningful conversation about literature in audio format and developing students' skills in oral academic speech, public speaking, analytical thinking and popularization of reading through the preparation of literary podcasts. The project is implemented in the format of regular studio meetings, where students together with a moderator prepare and record episodes on the following areas: Russian, Kazakh and world literature. Preparation includes reading works, developing questions, a brief scenario plan, distribution of roles and rehearsing the discussion. Recording takes place in the format of an interview or discussion with an analysis of the plot, characters, author's position, cultural and historical context and modern interpretations using methods of analytical and problem-based discussion.	March – December 2026
7	Individual plan of the teacher (practical part)	Strategic direction 4 "Creation of an innovative ecosystem for students and teachers"	Assel Sailaubekovna Omarbekova, Director of the Digital Development Department	Implementation and operation of a digital system for the formation and accounting of the Individual Plan of the Teacher (IPT).	January - December 2026
8	Valuable lectures	Strategic direction 4 "Creation of an innovative ecosystem for students and teachers"	Leilya Seitzhaparovna Sabitova, Director of the Online Learning Department	Development and launch of the online course "Valuable lectures" based on archival lectures of authoritative experts, including at least 10 lessons with video materials, summaries and final testing. The project "Valuable lectures" is aimed at creating an online course based on archival video lectures and speeches of authoritative experts (starting from 2000). The main idea of the project is to transform valuable materials from the archive into a modern structured educational product: with modules, summaries, assignments and final testing. The relevance of the project is due to the need to digitalize educational content, expand access to quality knowledge and preserve the intellectual heritage of the university.	March - November 2026
9	AI-based adaptive learning methods to improve the quality of education	Strategic direction 4 "Creation of an innovative ecosystem for students and teachers"	Kairat Sansyzbayevich Rsymbetov, Associate Professor of the Mathematical and Computer Modeling education Department	Development and implementation of an adaptive learning method based on artificial intelligence. Achieving the following effects: - increasing the academic results of students (by 15–25%); - reducing the share of academic debts and expulsions; - increasing the accuracy of knowledge assessment (based on IRT / ML / Learning Analytics); - formation of individual educational trajectories in real time; - the possibility of scaling the model to other universities and disciplines.	January - December 2026
10	avENUe (series)	Strategic direction 4 "Creation of an innovative ecosystem for students and teachers"	Asemgul Bakhytzhanovna Smailova, Head of the Marketing and Alumni Relations Department	To create and release an image video series dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, by the end of 2026, in order to increase the recognition of the ENU brand, strengthen the emotional connection with applicants, students, alumni and the public, as well as form a modern and holistic image of the university in digital media.	March – December 2026
11	ENUDocHub – a single centralized digital ecosystem for the development, coordination, approval and storage of internal documents of the NJSC "L.N. Gumilyov ENU" based on Smart.ENU	Strategic direction 4 "Creation of an innovative ecosystem for students and teachers"	Dinara Zhumagaliyevna Kenesbayeva, Head of Internal Control and Academic Compliance	Creation of a single centralized digital ecosystem for managing internal documents of the NJSC "L.N. Gumilyov ENU" based on the modernization of the current Catalog of normative documents Smart.ENU, providing the full life cycle of an internal document (development, coordination, approval and storage), reducing employee labor costs by at least 50%, increasing the transparency of interaction between departments and saving resources on paper document flow.	January - December 2026
12	"MOTIVATION DAY for ENU employees"	Strategic direction 5 "Improving the efficiency and transparency of the management and financing system"	Anuar Sapargaliyevich Maikanov, Director of the Administrative Department	The project "Motivation Day" is a corporate development platform held on a regular basis, aimed at increasing the professional and personal effectiveness of employees through presentations by internal and external speakers, educational sessions and exchange of practical experience. Creation of a unified space for learning, inspiration and development, where employees receive up-to-date knowledge, modern work tools and the opportunity for cross-functional interaction. The relevance of the project is due to the need to develop human capital, increase the level of staff engagement, adapt to changes in the external environment and format a culture of continuous learning. In the conditions of dynamic development of the labor market, systematic work with the motivation and competencies of employees is a key factor in the sustainability and efficiency of the Company.	February - November 2026
13	ENU SDGs Hub	Within the framework of the implementation of the Sustainable Development Policy of the NJSC "L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University".	Nesvelya Rakhimovna Rakhimova, Head of the Center for Sustainable Development	Creation of the ENU SDGs Hub — a university platform for promoting the UN SDGs, bringing together students, staff and partners. The hub includes three areas (scientific, infrastructural, social) and provides for the implementation of at least 30 initiatives to format a culture of sustainable development and social responsibility. Scientific: ESGLab ENU — development and implementation of ESG solutions in the university's activities and partner projects. Infrastructural: Zero Waste Campus Program (separate waste collection, reducing the ecological footprint), as well as until December 31, 2026 — installation of at least 2 SVC DC GB/T charging stations (50–160 kW) with the allocation of 2 parking spaces; expenses are covered by users, payment is non-cash. Social: "30 years of ENU — 30 good initiatives" — implementation of socially significant projects involving the university community.	April - December 2026
14	Guest Campus	Strategic direction 3 "Internationalization and increasing global competitiveness"	Azamat Adilgazyevich Zhumatayev, Director of the Department of Student and Office Housing	Opening a hotel floor for foreign professors and guests from abroad to develop hotel management skills among students of the "Tourism" department	2026-2030 (under approval)
15	Documentary film "30 years - creating ENU"	Strategic direction 5 "Improving the efficiency and transparency of the management and financing system"	Erbol Seitkaliyuly Erdenbek, Head of the Information Center	Show the public the main values of the university, reflect the system of continuity of generations in the university, convey the moral, ethical and spiritual dogmas of modern youth education of the university.	January - November 2026
16	Auto expedition "Altai Heritage"	Strategic direction 5 "Improving the efficiency and transparency of the management and financing system"	Anuar Sapargaliyevich Maikanov, Director of the Administrative Department. Ayan Galymzhanovich Alimbekov, Associate director of the Administrative Department	Popularization of the achievements of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the 30th anniversary of the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University. Familiarization with the cultural values of the ancient Turkic peoples of Altai. Study of the culture and life of the Kazakh ethnic group living abroad.	June - November 2026
17	"Implementation of a centralized management system for campus monitors (Digital Signage) in the Smart.ENU ecosystem"	Strategic direction 4 "Creation of an innovative ecosystem for students and teachers"	Vice-Rector for Digitalization / Chief Digital Officer G.T. Bekmanova	Implementation into the Smart.ENU ecosystem of a centralized management system for campus monitors as IoT devices until 31.08.2026, providing a full digital cycle of content placement (request → moderation → planning → automatic display → history). The project is aimed at creating a new marketing tool — a network of digital advertising stands in university buildings, which will allow not only to increase the efficiency of internal communications, but also to monetize advertising space by placing partners' content. The implementation of the project should ensure the achievement of target indicators: reducing content placement time and reducing manual operations by at least 60%, ensuring monitor availability (uptime) of at least 99%, as well as 100% completeness of maintaining the device register and display history for commercial and internal reporting.	February - August 2026
18	Postage stamp 30 years of ENU	Strategic direction 5 "Improving the efficiency and transparency of the management and financing system"	Associate director of the Administrative Department	Until December 31, 2026, ensure the issue of an anniversary postage stamp dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, in order to increase the university's recognition at the national and international levels, strengthen its image and popularize its achievements.	May - December 2026
19	ENU MADE	Strategic direction 5 "Improving the efficiency and transparency of the management and financing system"	Associate director of the Administrative Department	Until December 31, 2026, ensure the production and distribution of unique university laboratory products in gift packaging to increase ENU's recognition, strengthen its image and demonstrate scientific achievements.	May - December 2026
20	"ENU - anniversary review in numbers"	Strategic direction 4 "Creation of an innovative ecosystem for students and teachers"	Soniya Amangaliyevna Sarsekova, Deputy Director for Provision and Economics, Department of Infrastructure Development	By November 30, 2026, create a single confirmed set of key performance indicators of the Company over 30 years, suitable for regular use in management analytics and decision-making: evaluating financial dynamics, identifying trends and factors of change, justifying an increase/optimization of funding in various areas, preparing materials for the Board/Board of Directors and planning.	April - November 2026
21	Writers' department "QALAM"	Comprehensive strategic direction 2 and 5	Director of the Scientific Library of L.N. Gumilyov ENU – B.A. Orazaliyev	By the end of October 2026, modernize offices 301 and 101 of the ENU library, equip them with modern furniture, create the "QALAM" literary space and the "OQYRMAN" bookstore of Kazakh fiction, ensuring at least 30 literary events are held per year, in order to popularize Kazakh literature, develop reading culture and increase the creative activity of students.	March - October 2026
22	Video project "ENU Success Stories: Outstanding Alumni" for the anniversary of the NJSC "L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University"	Strategic direction 2 "Academic Excellence"	B.B. Kashkhynbay - Director of the Department for Academic Affairs	Until April 31, 2026, create and publish at least 30 videos about outstanding ENU alumni with a reach of at least 100,000 views on the digital channels of the University, aimed at strengthening the image of ENU as a research university and forming a positive brand among applicants, students and partners.	March - April 2026
23	Development of the educational, scientific and coworking infrastructure of the Institute of Digital Sciences and Artificial Intelligence (IDSAI)	Strategic direction 1 "Science and innovations, commercialization and technology transfer"	Shakhmaran Zhursinbekovich Seilov, Dean of the Faculty of the Institute of Digital Sciences and Artificial Intelligence	By the end of 2026, create a modern educational and scientific infrastructure for the Institute of Digital Sciences and Artificial Intelligence, providing an improvement in the quality of the educational process, the efficiency of scientific research and a comfortable academic environment for students and teaching staff by updating the material and technical base and organizing coworking spaces.	February - December 2026

Responsible Staff of Project Office

Position	Full Name	Internal Extension
Head of the Project Office	Yanushkevich Irina Matveevna	31-244
Chief Specialist of the Project Office	Asylkhanova Tomiris Kanatovna	31-244
Chief Specialist of the Project Office	Sabit Eldos Zhaskairatuly	31-263

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General Results

Within the framework of the university’s strategic priorities, the Project Office managed a portfolio of 30 projects in 2025 aimed at developing the scientific, educational, cultural, sports, and social potential of L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University.

By the end of 2025, all projects within the portfolio had been successfully completed, contributing to the improvement of the university’s academic environment and expanding opportunities for students and staff.

In addition, part of the projects planned for 2026 are dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the university and are focused on infrastructure modernization, strengthening the university’s image, and improving the quality of the student environment as part of the anniversary initiatives.

The successful implementation of the entire project portfolio demonstrates the effectiveness of the Project Office and its contribution to the university’s strategic development and modernization.In 2026, the Project Office is overseeing 23 projects, including three planned from 2025:

Guest Campus
Documentary "30 Years - The Making of ENU"
Auto Expedition "Heritage of Altai"