American University of Central Asia
Founded in 1993, AUCA develops future leaders for the democratic transformation of Central Asia. American University of Central Asia is an international, multi-disciplinary learning community in the American liberal arts tradition. AUCA is the first university in Central Asia to offer US accredited degrees in liberal arts programs through a partnership with Bard College in the United States.
“I am excited to have the opportunity to lead the American University of Central Asia at this critical time. AUCA promotes and enables academic freedom and provides a shared meeting place for people of diverse backgrounds and various worldviews, brought together by their passion for to students, in the months and years to come.”
AUCA HIGHLIGHTS
AUCA LAW, LL.M. & HUMAN RIGHTS PROGRAM ALUMNI THANKSGIVING REUNION — HIGHLIGHTS
We are delighted to share moments from our Law Alumni Thanksgiving Reunion that took place on November 27, 2025. It was a warm and memorable gathering for the AUCA Law Program community. Graduates, faculty, and friends came together to celebrate, share career insights, and reflect on the growth of the Law Program.... Read More
Empathy Lab in Bishkek
On November 14, the classrooms of the American University of Central Asia (AUCA) turned into an unusual “laboratory” — the No Hate Lab. Instead of boring lectures, the program featured social experiments: the hosts launched an “empathy system,” a stand-up comedian shared personal stories, and participants immersed themselves in the world of TikTok challenges and meme battles.... Read More
Ambassador Talks Series: The longstanding bilateral relations between Switzerland and the Kyrgyz Republic
As part of the ongoing Ambassador Talks series at the American University of Central Asia (AUCA), the university welcomed H.E. Mr. Siroco Messerli, Ambassador of Switzerland to the Kyrgyz Republic, for an engaging discussion on the longstanding bilateral relations between the two countries and Switzerland’s evolving foreign policy priorities.... Read More
AUCA Hosted an Eco Quiz Dedicated to Ecology and Sustainable Development
On November 15, 2025, the AUCA Sustainability Program under CCE, the AUCA Green Club in partnerhsuip with Public Union “Jerdin Baldary” hosted a quiz dedicated to environmental protection, climate change, and sustainable development.... Read More
ICP Public Lecture Series: "Building a UN Career with WFP: Driving Local Impact, Shaping Global Change"
The ICP Department is pleased to invite you to the Ambassador Talks with the UN World Food Programme Representative and Country Director Mr. Kojiro Nakai, on November 26 (Wed.), at 10:30, in CH/Maker Space.... Read More
Ambassador Talks: "The Longstanding Bilateral Relations Between Switzerland and the Kyrgyz Republic"
The ICP department invites you to join the Ambassador Talks with Mr. Siroco Messerli, the Swiss Ambassador to the Kyrgyz Republic.
Date: November 19
Time: 15:30-17:00
Venue: CH, Maker Space... Read More
