International Summer Professional Development School

From June 1 to June 14, 2026, Sh. Ualikhanov Kokshetau University will host an International Summer Professional Development School under the program:

“Bilingualism, Multilingualism and Clinical Linguistics: Contemporary Research Methods”

The School will feature lectures delivered by leading international scholars and experts:

• Maria Polinsky — Professor of Linguistics at the University of Maryland, College Park (USA)
• Olga Dragoy — Doctor of Philology, Professor, Neurolinguist, Director of the Center for Language and Brain at the Higher School of Economics (Moscow, Russia)
• Natalia Meir — PhD, Professor at the Department of English Literature and Linguistics, Bar-Ilan University (Israel)

Participants will have the opportunity to:

• explore current scientific trends and emerging research areas;
• learn modern methods of linguistic research;
• gain international academic experience and build professional connections;
• exchange knowledge and enhance professional competencies;
• receive an official certificate upon completion.

Welcome to a space of international scientific dialogue and professional growth!