March 2020 – Near East University I neu.edu.tr

The course content applied by Near East Primary School and Near East Preschool via Distance Education System is now available to all public and private school students

The Near East Schools, which switched to the digital education system with the interruption of education within the scope of the New Type Coronavirus measures in our country, opened the course materials and auxiliary materials to the use of the general public and students. In the distance education system, which is applied in order not to interrupt the education processes of the students, the Preschool groups, 3-5 years of age and elementary school from 1st year to 5th year, in all classes at every level, courses such as Turkish, Mathematics, English, Life Science, Computer, and Painting will be presented, explained, covered and solutions will be shown every day. How will the course contents be accessed? Along with the new course contents, study questions and answers for each course will be shared with the students. All course content and study questions will be available free of charge on the Near East Primary School (http://ydi.k12.tr) and Near East Pre-School (http://nec.k12.tr) web pages. Our parents and students will also be able to access the course content and study questions on the Instagram pages of the Near East Primary School and Near East Pre-School Preschool (yakindoguilkokulu and yakindoguokulonesi) and Facebook (Near East Pre-School and Nursery and Near East Primary School). Ertan Aligüllü: “We open our course contents to students in digital education environment…” Expressing that they added the video lesson application to the trainings that are handled with various materials at the Near East Elementary School and Near East Pre-School, Near East Schools Primary Education Head Ertan Aligüllü said that they will share their education programs with all students in the country. Ertan Aligüllü: “As of the Near East Schools Group, our lessons, which have been prepared with the great devotion of our teachers since March 10, due to the coronavirus epidemic, have been made available to all kindergarten and primary school students in the country as of Tuesday, March 31.” Stating that the students continue their classes with the distance education system in order not to be separated from education while they are away from the school, Aligüllü emphasized that it is important for children to learn new subjects and information and to get ready for the next school year with the distance education application where the new course topics will be explained, covered and their solutions will be shown. Saying that “We want to ensure that not only the students of the Near East Schools group but also all children of education age in the country benefit from the education”, Ertan Aligüllü noted that they have invested in the future of our country and the world by providing access to formal and non-formal basic education so that children affected by extraordinary situations are not kept away from the necessary knowledge and skills. Prof. Dr. İrfan Suat Günsel: “We are aiming to conduct education for our children with just a little loss…” President of the Board of Trustees of Near East University, who reminded that the students switched to the distance education system in order to continue their education without interruption during the period when the schools are closed due to the new Coronavirus epidemic, Prof. Dr. İrfan Suat Günsel said that lectures are opened to the public online so that all children of Preschool and Primary School in the country can benefit from their education system. Stating that they use all technological infrastructures in order to prevent the spread of the virus and continue the education life in the best possible and safe way, the students use all technological infrastructure to continue their education with distance education from their homes. Prof. Dr. İrfan Suat Günsel said, “We offer the lessons given by our teachers to the use of all our children in our country in order to overcome this process with minimum losses and at the same time to create equal opportunities in education and learning.” Stating that not only the students of the Near East Schools group but also all the children at the age of education can benefit from the course application they have integrated into the distance education system, Prof. Dr. İrfan Suat Günsel said, “As we set out to give the best education to our children, we, as the Near East Schools group, took steps with an understanding to contribute to the educational matters in the best possible way. In this challenging period of our country, we want to cover the education losses of our children from various age groups, by presenting the lessons we carry out online to ensure the continuity of education and training. We will continue to meet the needs of our society by converting the values we produce as Near East University into social benefit-oriented projects.”

Artist Lidiya Drozdova depicted the coronavirus outbreak at the brush tip for the Cyprus Museum of Modern Arts

Due to the spread of new types of coronavirus (Covid-19) worldwide, painters continue to reflect the epidemic and struggle on the canvases. According to the information provided by the Press and Public Relations Directorate of Near East University, artist Lidiya Drozdova supported the fight against coronavirus, which caused severe fear and anxiety around the world, reflecting her emotions on her canvas in order to prevent the negativities caused by the virus on human beings. The artist also gave the message of # Evdekal-Stayhome, emphasizing that the warnings and precautions of the authorities should be strictly followed and there is no way to put our health under risk. In the statement, it was reported that for the Cyprus Museum of Modern Arts a different artist will paint the struggle against the pandemic every day and will continue to share their emotions regarding the fight against coronavirus from different perspectives. Who is Lidiya Drozdova? Artist Lidiya Drozdova is the Person-in-charge of the Art Academy, a member of the Kazakhstan Designers Association, the French “Mondial Art” academy, the Georgian Artists Association, and of the London Eurasian Creative Association. She opened her solo exhibition at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Latvia in 2018. She is the official representative of the Latvian Culture and Arts in Kazakhstan. She held 12 solo exhibitions and participated in 55 group exhibitions. Her works take place in museums and private collections in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and abroad, such as Kazakhstan, Germany, Belarus, Iran, Czech Republic, Korea, Latvia, Japan, Russia and Thailand.

Through his paintings depicting the corona virus occasions that he prepared exclusively for the Cyprus Museum of Modern Arts, artist Yücel Yazgın messaged “Stay at Home”

Due to the global pandemic of Covid 19 caused by new coronavirus (nCoV), artists continue to reflect the rapid spreading epidemic and the struggle against it on the canvases. The Directorate of Press and Public Relations Office of Near East University released that artist Yücel Yazgın reflected his support by brushing the fight against coronavirus, which cause fear and anxiety over the globe, on canvas. Artist Yücel Yazgın noted that staying at home or even at workshop due to the pandemic caused by the new corona virus propelled him to produce with a special effort rather than not producing. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yücel Yazgın, the Head of the Department of Plastic Arts of the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design of Near East University, expressed his views regarding painting depicting the global pandemic CoVid 19. “I think, painting on an issue like coronavirus needs a very special effort. Staying at home and at the workshop propelled me to gain this special effort. Virus motivated me to produce instead of not producing. Since I was a child, I have been observing deformed parts of leaf, branch or stem of many plants in nature. I have observed that these deformed parts of plants have been renewed and have regained their specific form in shape after a time.While drawing my pictures, this natural wonder, self-healing power, with my observations that I have accumulated for many years has always inspired me. Across our country and the world, this new coronavirus has created a mismatch similar to this deformation in terms of our living conditions. I have tried to express the travel course of the coronavirus that collapsed on the humanity as a black stain with colors in this range of paintings that I titled as “Coronavirus Occasions”. Who is Yücel Yazgın? He was born on July 17, 1960 in Magunda village of Paphos. He received his primary education at his village and continued his secondary education at Şehit Turgut Secendary School in Poli and received painting courses from Ali Atakan during this period. Following 1974, along with his family, he migrated from Magunda and settled in Nikita.He continued his education at Güzelyurt High School and received painting courses from Emin Çizenel. He received his undergraduate education at the Department of Painting Teaching of the Faculty of Education of Gazi University between 1978-1982. Following his graduation, he worked as an art teacher at Bahçeliköy Primary School from 1984 to 1985. After working as graphic designer between 1985-1986, he was assigned to the Fine Arts Office of the Ministry of National Education and Culture. He was appointed as a teacher to Atatürk Teachers College in 1991 and as a lecturer to Atatürk Teachers Academy in 2000. In 2003, he received his master’s degree in Near East University Institute of Educational Sciences with a thesis on “Teachers’ views regarding the implementation of the 4th grade mathematics and art programs in a manner supporting each other”. He started his PhD education at the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design of Near East University in the academic year of 2012-2013. He opened four solo exhibitions and participated in various group exhibitions. His works take place in various collections including private collections, Cyprus Museum of Modern Arts and State Museum. He worked as a part time lecturer at Eastern Mediterranean University, International Cyprus University and Lefke European University between the years of 2007-2017. He contributed to Değirmenlik “Aleminyo Martyrs’ Monument” and “Cengiz Topel Monument” with his surface printing works. In 2018, he represented the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus at TUYAP ARTIST. In 2016, he retired from his post at Atatürk Teachers Academy. In 2017; he received his doctorate degree with his thesis on “Analysis of Cyprus Archaeological Cylinder Seals and Reflections on Print Making Art”. He authored two books respectively titled “Art Education Method” and “Calligraphy Handbook” that published by Eğiten Publishing House. He was also edited and authored a chapter in “Communication in Education” that also published by Eğiten Publishing House. Yücel Yazgın has many published articles in the fields of arts and arts education and papers presented at international congresses. In addition, he was deemed worthy for award at the “2nd Kemal Yücel Honor Award” competition with their three-authored study on “The Evolution of Intergenerational Game and Toy in Northern Cyprus”. He is the holder of the HARIZMI award granted to print and painting masters within the scope of ALASYA grand art awards given to master artists whose works are exhibited in the museums of Near East University. Yücel Yazgın, who continues his art studies, is a lecturer at the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design of Near East University and the Head of the Department of Plastic Arts.

Other than the COVID-19 Infections, Near East University Hospital Has Started to Offer Free Emergency Health Services

At the helm of the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Near East University, Prof. Dr. İrfan Suat Günsel, a decision has been made to provide emergency health services, free of charge, for people who need immediate medical attention due to cases other than the COVID-19 pandemic since the Dr. Burhan Nalbantoğlu State Hospital main building has been issued as the hospital to provide care for COVID-19 patients. Additionally, cancer and diabetes patients, and pregnant women will continue to be offered free medical and routine examinations. It was announced that according to the decision made by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Near east University, Near East University Hospital will be offering free-of-charge emergency services to people who need immediate medical attention in order to eliminate the public suffering due to the covid-19 pandemic, and in order to respond to serious health problems that may occur, and thus overcome these difficult days through being supportive. According to the statement made by Chief Physician of the Near East University Hospital regarding the decision made by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees Prof. Dr. Müfit C. Yenen said: “We have all kinds of preparations to meet the health needs of our people. We will meet the emergency needs of our people until the coronavirus epidemic ends and the state hospital begins to provide its routine services. We do not want anyone to worry about this also during this difficult period.” In addition to the above, Prof. Dr. Müfit C. Yenen expressed that his strong belief that as a result of the great efforts and devoted efforts of doctors and all healthcare professionals, the police and other state institution personnel, greater suffering will be prevented all together. Furthermore, while expressing his gratitude to everyone who is taking part in this critical process, he emphasized that all difficulties can be overcome in unity and solidarity. Routine Examinations and medical investigations for Cancer and Diabetes Patients and expectant mothers are continuing free of charge Again, due to a decision made by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees the prior week oncology and diabetes patients, who are among the patient groups who need regular control and examinations, to be continued without interruption under safe and hygienic conditions, as well as expectant mothers at the Near East University Hospital and Dr. Suat Günsel University of Kyrenia Hospital, all free of charge. Prof. Dr. Müfit C. Yenen added that they are ready to do their part for public health until the current process is completed. The decisions taken by the Board of Trustees of the Near East University last week were expressed to the press release as follows: As an institution that always cares and cares for cancer patients whose immune system is weaker than other patient groups, we think that the medical controls of oncology patients should be maintained under the conditions offered by our university hospitals. Therefore, examination and laboratory examinations of all oncology patients will be provided free of charge in our hospitals. It is a fact that diabetes patients should be more careful with Covid-19 than other patient groups. Medical examinations will be provided to these patient group, which requires special attention and care, through the suitable conditions offered by our university hospitals. During these stressful days of covid-19n outbreak, mothers who are expecting a baby have the opportunity to continue their routine examinations without any interruptions. For this reason and with the importance we attach to baby health, mothers who are expecting a baby are also included in the group to be provided free service. Patients with Fever and Cough Complaints should seek medical help at the Dr Burhan Nalbantoğlu State Hospital Outpatient Diagnosis Centre Outpatient Clinic is providing health services every day of the week. Chief Physician of the Near East University Hospital Prof. Dr. Müfit C. Yenen strongly emphasised that in accordance with the measures taken by the Ministry of Health, patients with fever and cough must apply to the “Fever and Cough” outpatient clinic established in Burhan Nalbantoğlu State Hospital Outpatient Diagnosis Centre. Moreover, he drew attention to the great sensitivity to this issue and that patients at risk of carrying the virus should NOT risk patients who will apply to the hospital due to other health problems. Furthermore, he reminded everyone that that the policlinic in question was reported to serve every day of the week.

Artist Erdal Aygenç painted for the Cyprus Museum of Modern Arts… Aygenç; Isolation should not prevent the production of art in the corona days

Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts of Near East University, artist Prof. Dr. Erdal Aygenç painted three acrylic paintings with the existing materials in the home environment during the Corana days. The artist stated that all three canvases were made by re-evaluating the unfinished paintings that were previously unfinished. According to the information provided by the Press and Public Relations Directorate of Near East University, the artist Erdal Aygenç said that “isolation” should not prevent an artist from producing art in some way because artistic production must continue. In the statement, it was reported that for the Cyprus Museum of Modern Art one artist will continue to share three of his or her artworks every day, such as paintings, prints, graphite, during the isolation days of Covid-19. Who is Prof. Dr. Erdal Aygenç? He was born on June 5, 1959, in Hopa. He completed his primary and secondary education in Hopa and his undergraduate education at Gazi University, Faculty of Education, Department of Painting. He completed his MA in 1986 and PhD in 1992 at Hacettepe University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Graphics. He worked as a research assistant, lecturer, and Assist. Prof. Dr. between 1985 and 2006 at Hacettepe University, and held administrative positions, served on academic boards and commissions. He has supervised MA and PhD thesis, and he served at the selection committee. His articles have been published in the fields of art and design, presented papers at symposia, participated in conferences, conducted sessions, took part in projects, and conducted workshops. He has participated in many national and international exhibitions as well as holding eight solo exhibitions up to now. He won awards in three international competitions, two in Belgium and one in Argentina. He has taken part as a jury member in national and international competitions. His artworks have appeared in domestic and international collections and museums. He has been continuing his academic life as a Faculty Member at the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design, Near East University, since 2006.

Reduce the risk of eczema while disinfecting your hands

Near East University Hospital, Skin and Venereal Diseases Specialist Dr. Serap Maden made suggestions to prevent the harmful effects of disinfectants that are used for hand hygiene and can cause allergic reactions in the skin due to the coronavirus epidemic, which has become a problem that concerns the whole world. Personal cleaning habits are of great importance in order to prevent the spread of “Coronavirus”, a problem that concerns the whole world. The first and most important step to prevent coronavirus spread is to wash hands. Hands should be washed by rubbing with soap for at least 20 seconds. In environments and situations where handwashing is not possible, hand disinfectants can be used until the hands are washed. So, how innocent do you think disinfectants used to provide hand hygiene? Hand disinfectants, which have recently become a part of our lives, invite eczema in case of frequent use. Near East University Hospital, Skin and Venereal Diseases Specialist Dr. Serap Maden made warnings and suggestions to prevent the risk of eczema that we face while trying to provide hygiene. Dr. Serap Maden; “Hand eczema shows itself with skin dryness, redness, flaking, blisters filled with fluid, cracking, itching and wound development.” Expressing that dryness, redness, flaking, fluid-filled blisters, cracking, itching and wound development are among the symptoms of eczema. Dr. Serap Maden pointed out that this risk increases due to the decrease of the moisture in the skin in cold weather. Stating that the hand eczema is seen more frequently in individuals prone to allergies, Dr. Serap Maden said that frequent water contact, soap, detergent, bleach, plastic gloves, chemicals and the use of certain cosmetic products trigger hand eczema. Dr. Serap Maden; “Prefer products with known efficiency, approved and moisturizing features.” “Although washing hands frequently with soaps and cleaners, the use of disinfectants with alcohol causes deterioration of skin integrity and an increased sensitivity to allergens. This can lead to hand eczema.” , saying Dr. Serap Maden recommended that while buying disinfectants with a protective effect from viruses and containing a high content of alcohol (70% and above), products with known effectiveness, approved and moisturizing properties should be preferred. Recommendations to prevent eczema Dr. Serap Maden listed the things that should be considered while washing hands and to protect them from hand eczema; “Wash your hands with warm water that is not too hot and cold. When washing your hands, choose soaps with moisturizing ingredients that will not irritate the skin. Using soap instead of liquid soap will reduce the risk of eczema. Since the moisture underneath the jewelry increases the risk of eczema, remove your jewelry while washing your hands. After washing your hands, dry them immediately and moisten them with a moisturizing cream. Choose non-perfumed and paraben-free products in the selection of moisturizer.”

Artist Anastasia Racovcena supported the fight against coronavirus with her brush for the Cyprus Museum of Modern Arts

Due to the spread of the new type of coronavirus (Covid-19) worldwide, artists continue to reflect the epidemic and struggle on the canvases. According to the information given by the Press and Public Relations Directorate of Near East University, artist Anastasia Racovcena reflected her support to fight with the new coronavirus, which caused great fear and anxiety worldwide, on the canvas. Artist Racovcena shared her works that reflect the coronavirus on the canvas in order to prevent the negative factors caused on people by the virus. Underlining the need to follow the calls of the authorities, the artist called # evdekal-stayhome” for sake of both our own health and public health. In the statement, it was reported that a different artist will make paintings depicting the fight through different perspectives against the virus for the Cyprus Museum of Modern Arts. Who is Anastasia Racovcena? She graduated from Komrat State University in 2002. The artist’s works are in the collection of the main educational section of Gagauzia. A letter of thanks was given to her by the General Directorate of Education in Gagauzia for making a collection of pictures for the establishment of the Ministry of Education. She received a letter of thanks from the organization of “TURKSOY” and the management of the city of Malatya for her contribution to the unification of the Turkish people with her participation in the international TURKSOY art exhibition. She was awarded numerous diplomas by the Department of Culture and Tourism as she participated in group art exhibitions. The artist’s paintings are in collections in Russia (Moscow), Moldova (Chisinau), Gagauzia (Comrat), Turkey (Malatya), Bulgaria (Sofia), Germany (Mellrichstadt). In 2016, she participated in the group art exhibition titled “Gagauzia Woman in Fine Arts” held in the city of Comrat. In the same year, she participated in the international group art exhibition held in Turkey, Malatya “TURKSOY” organization. In 2017, she participated in the group exhibition titled “Palette of the Motherland” held in the city of Comrat. She held 2 solo art exhibitions in the Gagauzia art gallery. She represented Gagauzia in the 19th open-air painting exhibition held in Turkey by TURKSOY. She participated in the annual group art exhibitions titled “Spring, Woman, Love” held in the city of Comrat, between 2017-2019.

Does Hydroxychloroquine prevent Covid-19?

Near East University Hospital Cardiology Department Specialist Assist. Prof. Dr. Hatice Kemal Günsel, drawing attention to the arguments circulating in social media and digital platforms regarding the medicine, named Hydroxychlorocine (commercial name Plaquenil), and arguing that it is preventing the Coronavirus, said that these arguments do are not true as there is no certain drug or vaccine against this virus which has deadly effects on cardiac patients. Assist. Prof. Dr. Hatice Kemal Günsel said that the news that some drugs could be used to neutralize the virus that caused the disease did not reflect the truth, and that there was information pollution regarding the use of hydroxychloroquine for the prevention of Covid-19 infection. “The drug of hydroxychloroquine has been used for many years in the treatment of rheumatic diseases as well as the treatment and protection of malaria. The drug, which was first produced in 1955, has been shown to disable the virus in its use in conjunction with antiviral and antibiotic treatments in the Covid-19 outbreak.” said Assist. Prof. Dr. Hatice Kemal Günsel, and stated that the current information available today is based only on Chinese experiences that have been severely affected by the Covid-19 outbreak, while experimental research on the effectiveness of the drug is still ongoing. Assist. Prof. Dr. Hatice Kemal Günsel; “The use of the Hydroxychloroquine apart from the doctor’s control can cause serious cardiac diseases that can cause death” Stating that the use of hydroxychloroquine drug has very important side effects, most often in the heart and eyes, Dr. Hatice Kemal Günsel continued her statements as follows; “Depending on the dosage of the drug, its effects on the heart can lead to death. It has toxic effects on the heart and can lead to heart failure due to weak contraction or thickening of the heart muscle (cardiomyopathy). Due to the negative impact of the cardiac electrical system, rhythm disturbances may also develop. By affecting the heartbeat waves, it can lead to prolonged “QT” interval and very serious rhythm disorders that may result in sudden death. In addition, these side effects can be seen in long or short-term use. For this reason, it is inconvenient to use the drug outside of the doctor’s control.” Assist. Prof. Dr. Hatice Kemal Günsel; “It can poison or corrupt the treatment process in the interaction with frequently used drugs.” Stating that the drug, which is known to have serious side effects on the blood and lymphatic system, brain and sensory organs, especially in the eyes, and apart from its effects on the heart, is excreted through the kidneys. Assist. Prof. Dr. Hatice Kemal Günsel stated that the careful use of the drug in kidney failure is vital. Apart from the known side effects, Dr. Günsel noted that the use of different drugs together could lead to other health problems. Assist. Prof. Dr. Hatice Kemal Günsel also stated that hydroxychloroquine interacts with many commonly used drugs, increasing the effects of the drugs used, causing poisoning, as well as decreasing its effectiveness and disrupting the treatment processes. Assist. Prof. Dr. Hatice Kemal Günsel continued her statements on the subject as follows; “Since it has an interaction with insulin or drugs used in people with diabetes, it can lead to a drop in blood sugar. In people who use anti-arrhythmic drugs due to heart rhythm problem, drug dose adjustment is vital. It can be fatal to use with drugs that have similar effects, such as antibiotics, as it causes prolonged “QT” prolongation, which can be fatal in a heart rhythm. As it decreases the effectiveness of epilepsy and seizure drugs, a dose adjustment should be made by the doctor.” “Hydroxychloroquine should only be used if it is prescribed by Infectious Diseases, Chest Diseases or Rheumatology Specialists.” “It is not yet known what the consequences of using the drug as an infection-preventing agent by high-risk healthcare workers or the community immediately after or after transmission with the Covid-19 virus are.” said Assist. Prof. Dr. Hatice Kemal Günsel, also adding that despite promising studies on hydroxychlorocine, the outcomes suggest that the use of the drug without the doctor’s approval or recommendation may be harmful, it would be right to use it only if prescribed by infectious diseases and chest diseases specialists or rheumatologists.

Artist Kanat Bukezhanov reflected his feelings on Covid-19 outbreak on canvas for the Cyprus Museum of Modern Arts

With the spread of the new type of coronavirus (Covid-19) worldwide, artists reflect their feelings on the canvas in order to draw attention to the epidemic and support the struggle from a different perspective. According to the information provided by the Press and Public Relations Directorate of Near East University, artist Kanat Bukezhanov reflected his feelings on the canvas to draw attention to the epidemic and infectious coronavirus spread around the world and to support the struggle from an artistic perspective. In the statement, it was reported that it will be continued to share the consequences of Covid-19 with different perspectives by different artists every day for the Cyprus Museum of Modern Arts. Who is Kanat Bukezhanov? He was born in Almaty, Kazakhstan in 1967. He is a writer and artist. His artworks focus on Expressionism and situational abstraction in art movements. He writes prose for children and adults. His stories are published in electronic literature magazines such as “Snowball”, “Russian Life”, “Foreign Backyard”, children’s magazine “Pampas” and “Literra nova magazine”. He obtained his education at the workshop of artist Gani Bayanov from Kazakhstan. He thinks that writing and painting are different ways of thinking. He drew noosphere paintings for many years. He participated in the Central Asia group contemporary art exhibition titled “Alternative Theses”. He participated in an exhibition dedicated to victims of political pressure in Astana. He constantly organizes solo art exhibitions at the «Ev Q» Theater in Almaty.

Artist Aidos Seidakul painted for Covid-19 outbreak for the Cyprus Museum of Modern Arts

With the spread of the new type of coronavirus (Covid-19) around the world, painting artists also paint to draw attention to the epidemic and support the struggle from a different perspective. According to the information given by the Press and Public Relations Directorate of Near East University, artist Aidos Seydakul painted to draw attention to the coronavirus, which spread throughout the world and took the lives of thousands of people, and to support the struggle against coronavirus with an artistic perspective. In the statement, it was reported that different artists will share their perspectives every day in line with the struggle against the Covid-19 within the scope of the Cyprus Museum of Modern Arts. Who is Aidos Seidakul? He was born in the Almaty region of Kazakhstan in 1993. In 2016, he graduated from the Abay National Pedagogical University of Kazakhstan. In 2018, he graduated from the Zhurgenov National Academy of Arts of Kazakhstan. He has been a member of the Young Artists Association of the Republic of Kazakhstan since 2015. He is a participant of the Republican exhibitions. In 2006, he won the “Neva Palette” competition. In 2015, he participated in the exhibition dedicated to the “550th anniversary of the Khanate of Kazakhstan”.