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Our University Nominated for the Barrier-Free University Awards

Our faculty buildings, library, and cafeteria at the Şile campus have been nominated in the "Spatial Accessibility" category for the 2023 Barrier-Free University Awards.

Third Place Award at the Groundbreaking Design Competition: "Reamy" Children's Chair Project

The competition's concept aimed to inspire the design of smart furniture that effectively addresses user needs and challenges, optimizes space utilization, and fulfills at least one of the functions of seating, resting, working, or storage while maintaining sustainability and high export potential.

International Relations Faculty Members Participate in the World Democracy Forum

At the World Democracy Forum, Prof. Dr. Rabia Karakaya Polat participated as a speaker in the panel "Democracy and Local Life / Local Governance" with her presentation titled "Political Participation, Representation, and Democracy in Local Governance."

Emeritus Prof. Dr. Cem Göknar’s Invention Officially Patented by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office

We extend our gratitude to Emeritus Prof. Dr. Cem Göknar for securing a patent that contributes to our university’s academic and research excellence.

Prof. Dr. Feryal Çam Çelikel Speaks at the IV. International Child Protection Congress

At the Trauma and Education panel of the IV. International Child Protection Congress, Prof. Dr. Feryal Çam Çelikel delivered a lecture on "The Developing Brain and Factors That Disrupt Learning."

TÜBİTAK Support for Our Psychology Students

Two research projects led by Psychology Department students have received support from TÜBİTAK, under the guidance of our esteemed faculty members at the Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences.

Research Assistant Kaan Gökçen from the Faculty of Art, Design, and Architecture Receives Honorable Mention for His Photograph

Lecturer Selçuk Öziş Wins Award at India's "Typography Day 2023" Poster Competition with His Design "Sacred"

Lecturer Selçuk Öziş from the Department of Visual Communication Design has received an award for his design titled "Sacred" at the "Typography Day 2023" Poster Competition held in India.

Populism and Politics Are Hollowing Out the Concept of "Design"!

2023-2024 Academic Year Vocational School Opening Ceremony

For the first time in many years, the Vocational School Opening Ceremony was held at the Maslak Campus.

2023-2024 Academic Year Opening Ceremon

The opening procession, filled with joy and excitement, was accompanied by a marching band and continued up to the Atatürk bust. Wreaths prepared on behalf of the Rectorate, Board of Trustees, and Feyziye Mektepleri Foundation were laid by Rector Prof. Dr. Hasan Bülent Kahraman, Board of Trustees President Mehmet Serdar Sarıgül, Feyziye Mektepleri Foundation Honorary Board Member Dr. Said Akçura, Board Member Arzu Akçura, and Board Secretary General Zeynep Sezerman.

Major International Art Success from the Visual Communication Design Department

At this prestigious biennial, artworks from our Visual Communication Design Department will be exhibited in Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, Honduras, Nicaragua, Guatemala, the United States, and Canada, marking a significant presence on the global art stage.

A Week Full of Art in Çanakkale: "Sentez İzler" Exhibition and ÜAK SDEK Meeting

Our Rector, Prof. Dr. Hasan Bülent Kahraman, Visits the University of Edinburgh

Discussions were initiated between our university and the University of Edinburgh to explore potential academic collaborations, student exchange programs, and the development of joint project platforms.