International University of Central Asia (IUCA), located in Tokmok, Kyrgyz Republic, abbreviated as IUCA, was founded in 2008 by the Charity Christian Fund to meet the higher education needs in Central Asia. For many years, the Universal Abundant Life Center has been directly involved with a shared vision and burden, accepting the invitation to carry on the vision passed down by the founding elder, Elder Yang Jiashan.

The university aims to nurture young leaders and professionals from Kyrgyzstan and Central Asia in both academic and personal development. It upholds the highest moral standards, where outstanding academic achievements reflect students’ honest efforts, and each diploma represents genuine accomplishments. This is not an empty claim, as the region is plagued by rampant corruption and falsification. Employers recognize IUCA as an exception, hence placing great value on diplomas and certificates issued by IUCA both in Central Asia and around the world.

IUCA is committed to providing world-class education, emphasizing a holistic learning environment for every student’s holistic development (physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual). Students are equipped and nurtured here to become successful, integrity-driven leaders who can actively contribute to society. The university pledges fair treatment to students and encourages applications from students of diverse beliefs, nationalities, and ethnicities.

Situated in Tokmok, with a population of seventy thousand, adjacent to the 4900-meter peak of the Tianshan Mountains, it is the birthplace of the Tang Dynasty poet Li Bai. It is 60 kilometers from the capital city of Bishkek, approximately 90 minutes by car from the international airport. In the 1830s, it was developed by the Uzbek Khan, and the population gradually increased. During the Soviet era, Tokmok was a special military stronghold. Many Kyrgyz and Uzbek people reside here, along with Russians, Uighurs, Donggan, and Tatars.

The campus facilities provide an international standard learning environment with modern comfortable classrooms and facilities, including a fully equipped technology information room for academic courses and language learning.

Of particular note, the Xuyang Education Building of the International University of Central Asia in Kyrgyzstan, which has been planned for nearly a year and a half, commenced construction in September and October 2022. The groundbreaking ceremony was held on June 10, 2022, with over a hundred attendees witnessing this historic moment. The Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan was also invited to attend and encourage. It is hoped that the completion of the education building will become a new landmark in Tokmok, contributing to the educational cause of Kyrgyzstan and bringing renewal in education, humanities, society, morality, and other aspects with the spirit of Christian education.

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Over the past decade, the International University of Central Asia (IUCA) has experienced rapid growth in student and faculty numbers, leading to a pressing need for expansion due to insufficient facilities. The new education building not only addresses the immediate need for additional space but also provides a platform for the university to achieve a balanced education in moral, intellectual, physical, and social aspects. Through upgrades in both infrastructure and campus culture, students will be nurtured for balanced development in spirituality, character, and leadership. Gratefully, a devoted couple, inspired by their love for the Lord, has generously contributed to the construction funds, which have been meticulously planned and are finally underway.

The new education building boasts nearly 3300 square meters of floor space, approximately 35500 square feet, making it a medium to large-scale educational structure. It comprises two main sections: the northern part houses a multifunctional auditorium with a seating capacity of 350, serving various school gatherings and also acting as a regional conference center for educational, community, cultural, and exhibition events. The southern part consists of teaching and administrative centers, with seven medium to large classrooms concentrated on the first and second floors, facilitating student learning and interaction while minimizing traffic between classes.

In addition to providing state-of-the-art teaching equipment, the ground floor features a comprehensive academic system where students can efficiently handle various tasks such as admissions, course registration, fee payments, scholarship applications, transcript requests, and job opportunities, enhancing service quality and administrative efficiency. The second floor, besides classrooms, houses a spacious library catering to the daily learning and research needs of students and faculty while preparing for future academic accreditations. The third floor accommodates administrative offices for school leaders (president, vice president, dean of academics, dean of student affairs, etc.) along with faculty offices, meeting rooms, and counseling spaces. The basement is primarily designated for student activities, recreation, socializing, clubs, choir rehearsals, and rehearsals, and will also provide diverse sports and entertainment facilities such as table tennis, foosball, (aerobic) dance, fitness, and physical training to promote students’ physical and mental well-being.

We earnestly request prayers for the smooth progress of construction, ensuring all aspects of cooperation fall into place (funding, regulations, materials, construction safety, and coordination with various entities), making this project a crucial landmark proclaiming the name of the Lord in Kyrgyzstan, and even in Central Asia. The city set on a hill cannot be hidden, and may this endeavor expand the reach of the Lord’s heart for Central Asia and beyond, bringing glory to God.

For further details, please visit the IUCA website at https://iuca.kg/en/.