On April 8, 2026, the Classics Caravan took place at the NU Library, bringing together students, faculty, and invited guests for a literary event celebrating classical works in the Kazakh language and fostering meaningful dialogue on reading culture. Organized by the Department of Kazakh Language and Turkic Studies at the School of Sciences and Humanities at NU, in collaboration with Qasym Publishing House, the event created an engaging space for exchange of ideas and discussion.
The central focus of the program was a series of book talks on the role of classical literature in the modern digital age. Speakers reflected on evolving reading habits, the continued relevance of classical texts, and the importance of translation and publishing in expanding access to knowledge in Kazakh.
Invited speakers included Yerlan Ashim, Aliya Ashim, and Perizat Myrzakhmet, along with other poets, writers, and scholars. Their book talks highlighted the importance of supporting Kazakh-language content, strengthening reading culture, and encouraging new generations of readers. The program concluded with an open discussion and Q&A, where students had the opportunity to engage directly with speakers, ask questions, and share their perspectives on literature, translation, and education.
A book fair was also held earlier in the day, offering a selection of Kazakh classics and world literature in translation. The event concluded with a book signing, and 14 copies of selected titles were donated to the NU Library, enriching its Kazakh-language collection.
The central focus of the program was a series of book talks on the role of classical literature in the modern digital age. Speakers reflected on evolving reading habits, the continued relevance of classical texts, and the importance of translation and publishing in expanding access to knowledge in Kazakh.
Invited speakers included Yerlan Ashim, Aliya Ashim, and Perizat Myrzakhmet, along with other poets, writers, and scholars. Their book talks highlighted the importance of supporting Kazakh-language content, strengthening reading culture, and encouraging new generations of readers. The program concluded with an open discussion and Q&A, where students had the opportunity to engage directly with speakers, ask questions, and share their perspectives on literature, translation, and education.
A book fair was also held earlier in the day, offering a selection of Kazakh classics and world literature in translation. The event concluded with a book signing, and 14 copies of selected titles were donated to the NU Library, enriching its Kazakh-language collection.