At
the initiative of the faculty of the Department of Social and Humanitarian
Disciplines and World Languages, a literary and musical evening dedicated to
the 140th anniversary of Mirzhakyp Dulatuly — a prominent figure of national
spirituality and an outstanding representative of the Alash movement — was
held. The event was attended by students, teachers, and staff of the
university`s structural units, who gained a deeper understanding of the
spiritual heritage of this distinguished figure of national literature and
history, receiving valuable insights and impressions.
The main goals of the evening were
as follows:
• to widely familiarize young people with the creative legacy of Mirzhakyp
Dulatov, convey his ideas of national independence to the present generation,
and foster patriotism, spiritual awareness, and respect for historical
consciousness among students;
• to reveal the contemporary relevance of the “Oyan, qazaq!” appeal;
• to develop students’ language abilities within the framework of trilingual
education.
During
the evening, students staged an expressive scene from the novel “Baqytsyz
Jamal”. In Kazakh, Russian, and English, they presented new perspectives on
the social themes of the work, shedding fresh light on the profound issues
raised by Mirzhakyp concerning women’s rights, social justice, and human
destiny.
One
of the highlights of the event was the students’ recitation of fiery poetic
lines from the collection “Oyan, qazaq!”. They emphasized that this
historical work is an eternal call to the youth, retaining its relevance over
time and, moreover, becoming a source of spiritual strength for the younger
generation.
The
literary evening was enriched by music embodying the national spirit. The küy
performed by dombyra players, poetry recited by representatives of various
ethnic groups, and the students’ performance of meaningful poems such as “Segiz
ayaq” filled the audience with a special sense of patriotism and created a
profound and thoughtful atmosphere.
This
event became not just a commemorative meeting but a step toward exploring
national history, understanding the ideals of Alash, and honoring the spirit of
Mirzhakyp. Students felt the diligence and courage of this great figure with
their hearts, as well as his unwavering devotion to the future of the nation,
deeply absorbing the spirit of statehood.