Alumni Spotlight: Bilol Tursunov

Bilol Tursunov, left, and fellow Student Affairs intern Farangiz Muradova

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Meet Bilol Tursunov, who earned two bachelor's degrees from Webster University Tashkent in 2026, one in Economics and another in International Relations.

What stood out about your studies at Webster?

Webster taught me how to be a true leader. It prepared me for adult life. My journey of leadership at Webster started with the Connection Leader Program. We coached about 50 freshmen students to adapt to university life smoothly. 

I tried to be active in sport as well. I love to play table tennis and was part of the University’s table tennis team. In my sophomore year, I became a table tennis club coordinator and coached new students in our club. At the same time, I was part of the Student Government Association’s event committee for a second year.

In my third year of studies, I applied for an internship with Student Affairs and was accepted. It was truly a new experience for me. We were the bridge between the administration at Webster and the students. Every day, we saw different problems, initiatives and advices from students. 

For my last year at Webster, the best year of my student life, I was offered to continue my internship at Student Affairs, and I accepted immediately due to my passion to work at Webster. The most unexpected part for me was the SGA elections of 2025-2026 with me in the President position. My friends and I were one team and decided to be the face of Webster. With the help of students who voted for our team – who saw us as true leaders –  we won the election. Throughout the whole year, we represented Webster at the international level.

How did your Webster degree help advance you in your career?

One of the biggest advantages is the international recognition of Webster’s diploma, which gives graduates the opportunity to work not only in local organizations but also in international companies. My double major in Economics and International Relations has also been directly relevant to my current work at IT Park Capital. The knowledge and skills I gained from both fields have helped me better understand economic, international and business-related aspects of my work.

Throughout my Webster years, I had many opportunities to take responsibility and lead others. I served as SGA President, worked as a Connection Leader and mentor for freshman students, coached students through the table tennis club and completed an internship in Student Affairs. Each of these experiences taught me how to communicate, manage teams, take responsibility and support others.

What is something valuable you have learned during your career?

One of the most important things I have learned throughout my career is that people should not be afraid to open up. You must be open, communicate with others, share your ideas and be willing to take opportunities when they come.

I believe that we should not let other people’s opinions or lack of support stop us from pursuing our goals and dreams. Sometimes, you simply must believe in yourself, take initiative and keep moving forward.

What advice would you give to others who are considering Webster for their degree?

My advice to anyone considering Webster University is to take the opportunity and make the most of it. You have the chance to study at one of the leading universities in Tashkent and in Central Asia, while becoming part of an international academic community.

Webster is not only about getting a degree. It is about meeting new people, building a strong network, developing your skills, taking leadership opportunities and discovering what you are capable of. So if you are considering Webster, I would say take the opportunity, be active, get involved, meet people and make the most of your years at Webster.

What is your favorite spot on your Webster campus?

I have several favorite spots at Webster University Tashkent, and each of them has a special meaning to me.

The first one is, of course, B7, the Student Government Association room. Many of the ideas we developed in that room eventually became real events and experiences for the Webster community. That makes B7 a very special place for me.

Another place that I really loved was the Student Affairs Department. My experience there helped me become more confident, communicate with different people and step out of my comfort zone. I came to Webster as an introverted person, but through my experiences in Student Affairs and throughout university life, I became much more open and confident.

So these two places will always be special to me because they remind me of how much I have grown during my years at Webster.

Is there anything else you’d like to share?

One accomplishment I am particularly proud of is the international experience I gained during my time at Webster.

When I was 18 and had just started at Webster, some of my friends and I decided to participate in the Work and Travel program in Germany. The experience gave us the opportunity to live and work in another country, experience a different culture, become more independent and gain a much broader perspective of the world.

What makes this experience even more special is that we participated in the program three summers in a row. Since one of the main requirements was to be an active student, being a Webster student gave me the opportunity to continue participating. During those summers, I also had the chance to travel around different parts of Europe and meet people from many different backgrounds. Looking back, I believe these experiences helped me become more open-minded, confident, independent and comfortable communicating with people from different cultures. 

It was about stepping outside my comfort zone, gaining real-life experience and making the most of the opportunities I had as a Webster student.