Al-Farabi KazNU Student Wins “Qazaq Aruy 2026”!
We warmly congratulate Asylym Otepbergen, a fourth-year student of the 6B05102 – Biology educational programme at the Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, on winning the Grand Prize at the national “Qazaq Aruy 2026” competition!
According to the results of the live audience vote, Asylym received 17,164 votes, earning widespread recognition and support from viewers. This remarkable achievement reflects her talent, determination, grace, intelligence and outstanding personal qualities.

The “Qazaq Aruy” national beauty contest aims to promote national identity, beauty, intelligence, talent, and the spiritual values of Kazakh women. The victory of our student is a great source of pride for the University, Faculty, and Department.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Asylim’s academic advisor, Chinargul Zhakypkyzy, PhD, Assistant Professor of the Department of Botany and Agroecology, for her professionalism, dedication, continuous support, and mentorship, as well as her significant contribution to the student’s education and personal development.
Dear Asylym! Once again, congratulations on this remarkable achievement! We wish you continued success, endless inspiration, and the courage to reach new heights! May your future accomplishments continue to bring pride to our University and inspire the younger generation!
Congratulations on your well-deserved victory! We are proud of you!
Department of Botany and Agroecology
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