MSU Center for European and Eurasian Studies

Sharing this upcoming event from OISE at MSU, August 17, celebrating the journeys of Dr. Anar Kalzhanova and Dr. Gakku Rakhimova International Bolashak International Scholars.

EVENT REMINDER: Join us on Monday, 17 August as we mark the culmination of the journeys of Dr. Anar Kalzhanova and Dr. Gakku Rakhimova at the Michigan State University College of Education as Bolashak International Scholars—Kazakhstan’s flagship, one-year scholarship program.

The Office of International Studies in Education (OISE) advances global perspectives in teaching, research, and outreach.
MSU VIPP Centre for International Programmes - Bolashaq Samantha Caughlan

The Center for European and Eurasian Studies is pleased to share this community event hosted by the Office for International Students and Scholars. Please see the shared post below for event details and registration information.

Don't miss the biggest match of the tournament!⚽🏆

Join OISS and cheer alongside fellow international students and scholars as we watch the world's biggest soccer match together! Come enjoy an afternoon of great company, trivia, ice cream, and chances to win prizes!

Wear your favorite team's jersey or colors for a chance to win a prize!

Sunday, July 19
International Center, Room 115
The fun begins at 2:00pm

To help us best plan for ice cream and prizes, please complete this form if you plan on attending: https://forms.gle/ksefCSWQ9WSyqnVy6

Join us for a World Soccer Watch Party at the International Center!
Come watch Argentina vs. Egypt at noon and connect with fellow students, faculty, staff, scholars, and community members.
July 7 at 12pm, Noon
International Center, Room 115
Everyone is welcome. We hope to see you there!

Join us on July 23rd from 6-8pm at Sidestreets Delicatessen (The Original) in Charlotte for an IACL Social! Members and prospective members are welcome to join!
Plenty of parking available at the rear entrance.

Beat the heat and join us for a World Soccer Watch Party at the International Center!

Come enjoy exciting matches from around the world in the comfort of the A/C, connect with fellow students, faculty, staff, scholars, and community members, and cheer on your favorite team!

Match Schedule
Monday, June 29 | 1:00 PM – Brazil vs. Japan
Tuesday, June 30 | 1:00 PM – Côte d'Ivoire vs. Norway
Wednesday, July 1 | 12:00 PM – England vs. DR Congo
Thursday, July 2 | 3:00 PM – Spain vs. Austria

Location: International Center, Room 115

Everyone is welcome!

It’s going to be a hot one this week—come cool off in the International Center and watch matches from around the world! Connect with fellow students and scholars, enjoy the A/C, and cheer on your favorite team!

Who are you rooting for?!

Monday, June 29 @ 1:00pm: Brazil vs. Japan
Tuesday, June 30 @ 1:00pm: Côte d'Ivoire vs. Norway
Wednesday, July 1 @ 12:00pm: England vs. DR Congo
Thursday, July 2 @ 3:00pm: Spain vs. Austria

All matches will be shown in the International Center, Room 115.

Check the OISS Events Calendar on the OISS website for additional watch parties taking place throughout the tournament.

Soccer brings the world together! Join us at the MSU International Center to watch international matches, celebrate your favorite teams, and connect with our global community.

📍 International Center, Room 115

Match Schedule:
• Monday, June 22, 1:00 PM – Argentina vs. Austria
• Tuesday, June 23, 1:00 PM – Portugal vs. Uzbekistan
• Wednesday, June 24, 3:00 PM – Switzerland vs. Canada
• Friday, June 26, 3:00 PM – Senegal vs. Iraq

Everyone is welcome. We hope to see you there!

The excitement continues! ⚽

Join the OISS in the International Center, Room 115, to watch matches from around the world, connect with fellow students and scholars, and cheer on your favorite teams.

Monday, June 22 | 1:00pm | Argentina vs. Austria
Tuesday, June 23 | 1:00pm | Portugal vs. Uzbekistan
Wednesday, June 24 | 3:00pm | Switzerland vs. Canada
Friday, June 26 | 3:00pm | Senegal vs. Iraq

Check the OISS Events Calendar on the OISS website for additional watch parties taking place throughout the tournament.

World Soccer Watch Parties at MSU!

Hosted by MSU International Studies and Programs, World Soccer Watch Parties at the International Center (Room 115) offer an opportunity to connect with the global Spartan community while enjoying exciting international matchups.

Join us for this week's featured games:

Tuesday, June 16 | 3:00 PM
France vs. Senegal

Wednesday, June 17 | 1:00 PM
Portugal vs. DR Congo

Thursday, June 18 | 12:00 PM
Czechia vs. South Africa

Thursday, June 18 | 3:00 PM
Switzerland vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina

CEES staff will be on hand to support and welcome attendees at the following screenings:

Thursday, June 18 | 3:00 PM
Switzerland vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina

Tuesday, June 23 | 1:00 PM
Portugal vs. Uzbekistan

Whether you're supporting your home country, following a favorite team, or simply looking to enjoy the tournament with fellow Spartans, we hope you'll join us.

Location: International Center, Room 115

CEES Director Volodymyr Tarabara joined a Michigan State University delegation at ALT University in Almaty, Kazakhstan, to strengthen academic partnerships in Central Asia and explore new opportunities for collaboration in research, education, and exchange.

Led by Titus Awokuse, Vice Provost and Dean for MSU International Studies and Programs, the delegation met with ALT University leadership, including Chair of the Board–Rector Meruert Zharmagambetova, toured research and innovation facilities, and discussed future partnerships that support faculty collaboration, student mobility, and global engagement.

The visit reflects MSU's ongoing commitment to building meaningful international partnerships and advancing scholarship across borders. Learn more about the visit at https://alt.edu.kz/en/news/alt-university-opens-new-horizons-of-international-cooperation-with-a-leading-u-s-university/.

Great to see continued collaboration between Michigan State University and partners in Kazakhstan.

During this week’s visit to the Kazakh National Women’s Teacher Training University, MSU delegates met with Chairperson of the Board – Rector Beibitkul Sarsemkhanqyzy Karimova to discuss strategic partnerships, academic exchange, and opportunities for future joint initiatives in education and research.

The visit highlights the importance of international cooperation in strengthening global academic connections across Eurasia and beyond. CEES Director Volodymyr Tarabara was among the MSU representatives participating in these discussions.

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🌍 CEES at VIPP–Bolashak Alumni Reunion in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
The MSU Center for European and Eurasian Studies (CEES) was proud to participate in the VIPP–Bolashak Alumni Reunion, bringing together alumni, partners, and colleagues to celebrate ongoing collaboration.
CEES Director Volodymyr Tarabara took part in the panel discussion, contributing to conversations on strengthening international partnerships. We were also pleased to have ISP Dean Titus Awokuse in attendance, highlighting MSU’s continued commitment to global engagement.
It was great to reconnect with alumni and see the impact of programs like MSU’s Visiting International Professional Program (VIPP) and the Bolashak Program.
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