The International Summer School remains the only facility of its kind in Central Asia for those who are interested in Central Asian Studies and the Turkic World in a historical transition period. Its primary role is to promote the exchange of information and to communicate the knowledge and experiences of the Kyrgyz nation in various fields through seminars, conferences, workshops, and daily Kyrgyz language courses during nineteen days of sessions. Lectures and seminars will be complemented by visits, field tours, and musical events.