Issues of literary criticism and digital culture were discussed

The republican scientific and methodological conference "The Transformation of the discourse of literary criticism: digital culture and media practice", dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the publicist, writer, literary critic, winner of the International Prize "Alash" Amirkhan Mendeke, was held at the al-Farabi Kazakh National University.

The scientific meeting became a meaningful platform where the ways of development of Kazakh literary criticism were considered, as well as the spiritual heritage of the writer and topical issues of literature were discussed.

During the conference, representatives of the intelligentsia, colleagues, literary critics and students of the hero of the day congratulated him and dwelt in detail on his creative path. Special mention was made of the critic's many years of teaching at KazNU, where he educated several generations of specialists, as well as his contribution to science and literature.

Speaking at the event, member of the University's Board, Vice–Rector for Financial and Economic Affairs and Infrastructure Development Abdrakhman Tasybayev stressed the importance of critical thinking in the spiritual development of the nation. He presented the hero of the day with a special greeting from the Chairman of the Board, Rector of Al–Farabi Kazakh National University Zhanseit Tuimebayev and awarded him the Farabi gold medal.

Honored Worker of Kazakhstan Kanseit Abdezuly noted in his speech: "This is not only the Amirkhan holiday, it is the celebration of all Kazakh literature",- he stressed the special place of the critic in the national literature.

The next congratulatory speech was given to Merek Kulkenov. He conveyed the congratulations of the State Adviser of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerlan Karin and emphasized the courageous creative position of Amirkhan Mendeke. In his speech, he said that the writer was distinguished from a young age by his integrity and fairness in literary criticism, having managed over time to combine a critical view with wisdom and a deep understanding of literature.

During the event, a memorandum of cooperation was signed between the Al-Farabi Kazakh National University and the Writers' Union of Kazakhstan. The document was assessed as an important step aimed at strengthening scientific and creative ties in the field of literature and journalism.

In addition, the presentation of the collection of the republican scientific and methodological conference "The Transformation of the discourse of literary criticism: digital culture and media practice" took place. The publication presents scientific articles devoted to new directions of modern literary criticism, digital culture and literary processes in the media space.

At the end of the conference, Amirkhan Mendeke expressed gratitude for the respect and appreciation shown to him by the guests, organizers, colleagues, friends and students who took part in the event. The informative meeting became an important platform for understanding the past and present of Kazakh literary criticism.

Press-service of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University