A delegation from the International University for the Humanities and Development (IUHD) is on an official visit to Kent State University (USA) from 17 to 27 August 2026. This was reported by the press office of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan.

According to the source, during the visit, representatives of the Turkmen university are studying the experience of the US higher education system and discussing with their colleagues issues relating to dual degree programmes, the quality of education, accreditation, the development of study programmes and modern teaching methods.

Particular attention is being paid to quality assurance and accreditation. The delegation is familiarising itself with approaches based on HLC, ABET and AACSB, as well as procedures for the evaluation and approval of study programmes. A ‘roadmap’ is also being drawn up to improve the quality assurance system and create new academic programmes at IUHD.

In addition, discussions during the visit are focusing on the admission and support of international students, and the development of MBA, Master’s and PhD programmes. The delegation visited the university library, the Design Innovation Hub (DI Hub), the Student Centre, halls of residence and other campus facilities.

Representatives from IUHD also held meetings with the management of the College of Honours, the Global Education and Partnership team and representatives from the Embassy of Turkmenistan.