Congratulations to the 2023 Graduate Student Paper Award Winners
The Central Eurasian Studies Society (CESS) takes immense pride in announcing the winners of the prestigious 2023 Graduate Student Paper Awards. This year, we are delighted to honor two outstanding scholars for their exceptional research contributions in the field of Central Eurasian studies. Nicholas Seay, Ohio State University Paper Title: “By Tractor and Plane: Pesticides […]
Are you a graduate student writing about Central Asia? Submit your application for the Davis Center Graduate Student Conference!
We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for graduate students specializing in Central Asian studies. The Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies at Harvard University is hosting a Graduate Student Conference dedicated to Central Asia, scheduled for April 26-28, 2024. This conference is a unique platform for U.S.-based graduate students at any stage […]
Call for Submissions: Graduate Student Paper Awards
Overview The Central Eurasian Studies Society (CESS) is pleased to announce the call for submissions for the Graduate Student Paper Award. This prestigious award is granted annually to outstanding papers written by graduate students and presented at the CESS Annual Conference. More Information Award Details Eligibility Criteria Evaluation Criteria Papers will be judged based on: […]
University of Pittsburgh Hosts Landmark Central Eurasian Studies Society Conference, Fostering Global Collaboration
The University of Pittsburgh recently became the epicenter of Central Eurasian scholarship as it hosted the annual conference of the Central Eurasian Studies Society (CESS) from October 19 to 22, 2023. In an event that has evolved into a cornerstone of scholarly exchange since its inception in 2000, this year’s gathering underscored the growing importance […]
Rashid Gabdulhakov’s “Plovism” Wins CESS’ Public Outreach Award
Plovism: A Beacon of Knowledge in Central Asian Studies CESS has proudly bestowed the 2023 Public Outreach Award to Rashid Gabdulhakov for his exceptional work on the “Plovism” website. Recognized by a distinguished committee comprising Alexey Ulko, a Culture and Art Consultant from Tashkent, Uzbekistan; Cholpon Turdieva, a Professor at the American University of Central […]
Musical and Artistic Legacies Emerge at the Mongolia Society Event
The Central Eurasian Studies Society’s annual conference convened a riveting panel hosted by the Mongolian Society on October 21, delving into the diverse musical and artistic legacies of Mongolia. Prof. Uranchimeg (Orna) Tsultem from the Herron School of Art + Design at Indiana University introduced the much-anticipated session. Irmuun’s Eye-Opening Research: Ms. U. Irmuun presented […]
Conference Insights | Between Lines and Screens: Decoding Media’s Role in Global Crises
On Saturday, at CESS’ annual conference, a panel discussion on media discourses and their impact on public narratives, helmed by Karlyga Myssayeva of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University and Ainur Slamgazhy of Astana IT University, offered invaluable insights into how media in Central Asia and other regions shape global conversations. Under the theme “Media Studies,” the […]
Conference Insights | Chechnya: A Tale of State, Tradition, and Individual Rights
At CESS annual conference, a distinguished panel of experts delved deep into Chechnya’s intricate legal tapestry, grappling with age-old traditions juxtaposed against the backdrop of modern governance. Jennifer Murtazashvili, Pauline Jones, Regine Spector, Jesse Driscoll, and Robert Crews, renowned scholars in areas such as state formation, customary law, and religious politics, congregated to unpack Egor […]
Conference Insights | Central Eurasian Academia in Today’s World: Crafting New Paths
On Thursday, October 19, 2023, a room of engaged scholars came together for a pre-conference workshop, brilliantly led by Aksana Ismailbekova, esteemed fellow at Leibniz-Zentrum-Moderner Orient and celebrated author of “Blood Ties and the Native Son.” The occasion? A prelude to the CESS 2023 annual conference titled, Success in Academia in Central Asia and Beyond: […]
Dr. Balihar Sanghera Honored with Edward Allworth Lifetime Service Award by Central Eurasian Studies Society
The Central Eurasian Studies Society (CESS) has bestowed the prestigious Edward Allworth Lifetime Service to the Profession Award upon Dr. Balihar Sanghera, recognizing his extraordinary lifetime contributions to Central Eurasian Studies. With an illustrious career spanning more than two decades, Dr. Sanghera has profoundly impacted the field through intensive research, mentorship, and his dedication to […]
