Strengthening the Status of the State Language: Students Present Kazakh Literary Classics

On 11 November 2026, a literary recitation evening entitled “The Great Steppe Through the Voices of Nations” was organised by A.A. Bekkulova, Senior Lecturer at the Department of History of Kazakhstan and Social Sciences, with the participation of students from group VM-MKAB-03-26.

The event aimed to strengthen young people’s respect for the Kazakh language, foster their interest in literature, and promote the works of Kazakh poets and writers among representatives of various ethnic groups, in line with the objectives outlined by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in his Address to the People of Kazakhstan regarding the enhancement of the status of the state language.

During the literary evening, held under the theme “Reason and Thought Are the Light of Humanity,” representatives of different ethnic groups recited poems and excerpts from the works of prominent Kazakh poets and writers. Through expressive intonation, stage presence and performance skills, the participants successfully conveyed the central ideas, national spirit and artistic features of the selected works.

The event emphasised that the Kazakh language is an important value that brings nations closer together and strengthens social harmony and mutual respect. In addition to becoming acquainted with the spiritual heritage of Kazakh literature, the students enriched their vocabulary and improved their critical-thinking and public-speaking skills.

The event promoted friendship and cooperation and clearly demonstrated the respect of the various ethnic groups living across the Great Steppe for the state language and the literary and cultural heritage of the Kazakh people. At the conclusion of the evening, appreciation was expressed to all active participants.