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
DARMARKA & ECO-HALLOWEEN
Boo! Halloween is coming! The AUCA campus is already beautifully decorated, and we invite you to celebrate the “spookiest” holiday of the year with us – while having fun and being more eco-friendly!... Read More
AUCA Hosts AALAU Presidents' Forum on the Purpose of the University in the Age of AI
Bishkek, 9-10 October 2026
The American University of Central Asia (AUCA) hosted the Annual Presidents' Forum of the Alliance of Asian Liberal Arts Universities (AALAU) on 9-10 October, marking the first time the University held the forum.... Read More
AUCA Librarians at the Manuscript Conservation and Restoration Training
From October 11 to 16, 2026, AUCA librarians attended the Manuscript Conservation and Preservation Training, organized by the National Library of the Republic of Kazakhstan. ... Read More
TREE PLANTING at the Elm Grove
Join us for AUCA’s traditional Tree Planting Event at the Elm Grove (Karagachevaya Rosha) on October 24, 2026, organized by the AUCA Center for Civic Engagement.... Read More
ICP Public Lecture Series: "The Future of Humanitarian Action: Diplomacy, Leadership and the Next Generation" by Mr. Carl Skau
Department of International and Comparative Politics kindly invites you to the ICP Public Lecture Series with Mr. Carl SKAU, the UN World Food Programme.
The registration is required via the link.... Read More
Big Wins for TCMA at the II ToonDook International Animation Festival!
We are excited to celebrate some great news from the II ToonDook International Animation Festival, held from October 9 to 11 in Bishkek! Our TCMA student and alumna films took home top honors, showcasing the incredible talent and storytelling within our community.... Read More
