On September 21, 2026, A.K. Akhmetbekova, Associate Professor at the Department of the Middle East and South Asia, delivered a leadership lecture titled "Abai’s Concept of the Perfect Man" for 3rd-year students of the Translation Studies educational program at the Faculty of Oriental Studies.
The main purpose of the event is to enhance the spiritual and moral potential of students, provide a deeper introduction to the heritage of the great thinker Abai Kunanbayev, and instill the core principles of the "Kemel adam" (Perfect Man) concept in the youth. In addition, the event aimed to harmoniously combine national values with the image of a future specialist, while developing critical thinking and leadership skills among young people.
During the lecture, the humanistic ideas and moral ideals reflected in Abai’s Poems and Words of Wisdom were comprehensively discussed. Students showed great interest by connecting the key qualities of a perfect man intelligence, education, diligence, kindness, and honesty—with the image of modern youth. The discussion method proposed by the lecturer boosted student engagement, allowing them to share their perspectives and exchange thoughts on shaping the portrait of an aware, progressive future specialist grounded in national values.
Such educational lectures make a significant contribution to the spiritual growth of students, their versatile professional development, and the formation of individuals who take pride in their country's cultural heritage.
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