INNOTECH

A Message From

The Founding President

R. F. "Rick" Shangraw, Jr., Ph.D.

R. F. Rick Shangraw, Jr., Ph.D.

R. F. "Rick" Shangraw, Jr., Ph.D.

Founding President

Innotech

Dear Students, Families, Partners, and Friends,

It is my great honor to welcome you to Innotech, a new-generation technological university in Kazakhstan developed in partnership with Arizona State University.

Innotech is being built with a clear sense of purpose: to educate the next generation of leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers for Kazakhstan and the wider region. At a time when the world is being reshaped by technology, new industries, and rapid change, universities must do more than transmit knowledge. They must prepare students to create, to adapt, to lead, and to contribute meaningfully to society. That is the vision at the heart of Innotech.

We are building a university that is international in outlook, rooted in Kazakhstan's aspirations, and focused on the future. Our goal is to offer students an education that combines academic rigor with practical experience, global standards with local relevance, and intellectual development with real career outcomes.

In partnership with Arizona State University, one of the world's most recognized leaders in innovation in higher education, Innotech is developing programs designed to meet the needs of a modern economy and an ambitious generation. This collaboration will help us bring globally benchmarked curriculum, innovative learning approaches, and expanded academic opportunities to students in Kazakhstan.

From the beginning, Innotech has been conceived as more than a university. It is a platform for talent development, research, entrepreneurship, and industry engagement. We aim to prepare graduates who are not only employable, but capable of shaping industries, launching ventures, and contributing to national and regional progress.

Our academic focus reflects this mission. Innotech is centered on high-demand fields such as business, technology, digital innovation, and other areas critical to Kazakhstan's long-term development. We are committed to close collaboration with employers and industry partners so that what students learn in the classroom connects directly to the real world. Internships, applied learning, industry-informed curricula, and innovation-driven experiences will be part of the student journey.

Our home in Almaty gives us a powerful starting point. As the country's leading business and cultural center, Almaty offers students direct access to employers, entrepreneurs, and a vibrant urban environment.

We are also committed to building a university culture defined by excellence, openness, curiosity, and integrity. We want our students to feel challenged, supported, and inspired. We want our faculty and staff to be part of a mission-driven institution that values innovation in teaching, relevance in research, and service to society. And we want our partners to see Innotech as a serious, trusted institution that is committed to quality and impact.

For students considering joining Innotech, I offer this simple message: this university is being built for your future. We believe Kazakhstan deserves institutions that are bold in ambition, disciplined in execution, and deeply committed to student success. We invite you to become part of a founding generation that will help shape the identity, culture, and legacy of this university.

For our partners and supporters, thank you for believing in what Innotech can become. Building a university is one of the most important and enduring acts of nation-building. It requires vision, collaboration, and trust. We are proud to be on this journey together.

This is only the beginning. I invite you to follow our progress, engage with our community, and help us build a university that will serve Kazakhstan, Central Asia, and the world with distinction.

With warm regards,

R. F. "Rick" Shangraw, Jr., Ph.D.

Founding President, Innotech

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