During the inaugural session of the academic year of the University of the Third Age at Ualikhanov University, Rector Marat Syrlybayev presented Professor François Vellas, President of AIUTA, with the insignia of Honorary Doctor of the University. This prestigious ceremony took place in the presence of professors, university representatives, and senior students of the University of the Third Age, which was opening its third academic year. The cooperation between AIUTA and the University of the Third Age of Ualikhanov University has contributed to the development of lifelong learning across all regions of Kazakhstan. Rector Marat Syrlybayev was elected in 2026 as a member of the AIUTA Board of Directors and represents Kazakhstan within this international body for cooperation among Universities of the Third Age.