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
ICP Ambassador Talks: H.E. Nicholas Bowler, the British Ambassador to the KR
On September 25, the AUCA Makerspace CH hosted another session of the ICP Ambassador Talks series, featuring H.E. Nicholas Bowler, the British Ambassador to the Kyrgyz Republic. Ambassador Bowler delivered an engaging lecture on the concept of soft power and its continuing importance in international relations.... Read More
ICP Public Lecture Series: "Sovereignty with Chinese Characteristics: Historical Roots of Contemporary Foreign Policy"
Date: 26.09.2025
Time: 11:00- 13:00
Venue: CH, AUCA MakerSpace... Read More
Ambassador Talks Series: French Foreign Policy in Central Asia
The American University of Central Asia (AUCA) hosted H.E. Mr. Nicolas Faye, the Ambassador of France, for a lecture titled "French Foreign Policy in Central Asia." The event, opened by the President of AUCA, highlighted the growing ties between Europe and Central Asia, with France positioning itself as a key partner.... Read More
Ambassador Talks Series
Date: September 25
Time: 15:30-17:00
Venue: CH, AUCA MakerSpace
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Dr. Mirko Tasic’s OSUN Faculty Mobility at CEU Democracy Institute
Dr. Mirko Tasic, an Associate Professor in AUCA’s International and Comparative Politics Department, recently completed an Open Society University Network (OSUN) Faculty Mobility Fellowship at the Central European University’s Democracy Institute in Budapest, Hungary.... Read More
AUCA Club Fair 2025!
The AUCA Club Fair is one of the most anticipated events that marks the start of every academic year. It brings together the diverse and vibrant student community, showcasing the wide range of extracurricular opportunities available on campus.... Read More
