Organized by the Language, Thought and Literature Club, this event aims to present the literary works of the students of the Department of Turkish Language and Literature and to provide a platform for them to share their writing journeys.

The purpose of this event, organized by the Language, Thought and Literature Club, is to enable students to read and analyze Oğuz Atay’s Waiting for the Fear from an academic perspective. The event aims to improve students’ skills in textual analysis and

A comprehensive training program designed for Erasmus+ Department Coordinators to standardize institutional processes, clarify mobility procedures, and strengthen the understanding of duties and responsibilities within Erasmus+ coordination. Purpose of the Event: The main purpose of this training is to ensure that all Erasmus+ Department Coordinators develop a unified understanding of their roles, responsibilities, and workflow processes. It aims to support more effective, consistent, and smooth management of student mobility procedures while enhancing communication and cooperation among coordinators. What Will Be Done During the Event: • Detailed explanation of Erasmus+ student procedures • Discussion of common challenges encountered by coordinators • Practical examples on Learning Agreements, nominations, applications, acceptance letters, and grant procedures • Updates on new practices, regulations, and digital platforms • Clarification of departmental coordinator responsibilities • A Q&A session evaluating real-life cases shared by coordinators Why the Event Is Being Held: • To standardize all Erasmus+ procedures within the institution • To eliminate information gaps between coordinators • To reduce recurring problems faced by students and staff • To prevent frequent mistakes and reduce workload • To align with the institution's internationalization strategies • To prepare for increased mobility numbers in the new term How the Event Will Be Conducted: The training will be delivered in person through presentations, sample case analyses, process flow diagrams, and interactive Q&A sessions. Both theoretical explanations and practical demonstrations will be used to ensure clarity and engagement. Benefits for Participants: • Better understanding and management of Erasmus+ processes • Reduction of workload and acceleration of administrative procedures • Clearer understanding of coordinator responsibilities • Establishment of a common operational language and procedure • Enhanced awareness of internationalization within the institution

A collaborative exhibition will be held between students in the Culinary, Pastry, and Graphic Design departments. In this event, graphic design students will create a poster detailing the stages of New Year's-themed food creations and the resulting graphic design. The poster will be transformed into a meal by the Culinary and Pastry students, who will then exhibit the two together.

The purpose of this event is to provide comprehensive training to counselors on the theoretical foundations and application methods of art therapy, enabling them to effectively utilize creative expression techniques in their work with clients. Istanbul Gelişim University aims to enhance the professional competence of counselors and, by introducing them to art-based intervention tools, contribute to the development of a more holistic and creative approach in the field.

“Urban and Architecture Seminar Series 3 – Industrial Buildings in Istanbul and the Importance of Their Potentials for the City: Adaptive Reuse” What will be done in the event: Within the scope of the seminar jointly organized by ICUAM and CSYBUAM, the importance and potentials of disused industrial buildings within the urban context will be addressed through examples of adaptive reuse. Five invited speakers will present the cases of Santral Istanbul, Bomontiada, Feshane-i Âmire, Darphane-i Âmire and Bakırköy Baruthanesi respectively; for each building, the transformation processes and their new relationships with the city will be discussed. How the event will be conducted: The event will be held face-to-face in our university’s conference hall and will be conducted through PowerPoint presentations. Each speaker will have 20 minutes for their presentation. Following all presentations, a Q&A and a short discussion session will take place. The event will be open to all undergraduate and graduate students of architecture and interior architecture, as well as academic staff. Why the event is being held: The seminar is organized to draw attention to the value of industrial buildings in Istanbul, which, despite having lost their original functions, remain significant in terms of urban memory, cultural heritage and contemporary urban life. It aims to highlight, through concrete examples, how adaptive reuse practices can serve as a tool for preserving these buildings, integrating them into the city and providing them with new public functions. Benefits for participants: Participants will have the opportunity to evaluate the role of industrial heritage in the city and to explore the design, conservation and planning dimensions of adaptive reuse processes through concrete examples from Istanbul. By comparing the transformation experiences of five industrial buildings located in different scales and contexts, they will be able to develop critical and creative perspectives on the future of industrial structures. Event date and time: Tuesday, 30 December 2025, between 11:00 and 13:00, in our university’s conference hall. İnvited Speakers ; Sinan Mert Ayşe Selin Türkmen Pınar Ergün Ahmet Marzoq Seval Akbulut

Providing information on postgraduate education, with particular emphasis on the integrated master’s program./The purpose of this event is to provide information on postgraduate education, with particular emphasis on the integrated master’s program. Specifically, the event aims to inform undergraduate students who are currently in their fourth year of study about the integrated master’s program, which allows them to begin master’s-level education concurrently, and to offer guidance on how they may shape their academic specialization and career paths following the completion of their undergraduate studies. The event will feature Prof. Dr. İzzet Gümüş, Director of the Graduate School, as a guest speaker. He will provide students with detailed information about the integrated master’s program as well as other postgraduate programs offered within the Graduate School. In this way, students will gain comprehensive insight into both the integrated master’s program and alternative postgraduate education opportunities

Topic of the Event: The event “Career Journey in Aviation” focuses on the career paths of aircraft maintenance professionals, the challenges and opportunities within the aviation industry, and the real-life experiences shared by technicians working actively in the field. Purpose of the Event: The aim is to provide students with a clearer understanding of career progression in aviation, inspire them through the experiences of industry professionals, and help them shape their own career plans with greater awareness. What Will Be Done During the Event: Technicians Levent Şancı and Erdem Erdem will present their professional journeys, explain key responsibilities in aircraft maintenance, and discuss how the aviation sector operates in real-life conditions. After the presentations, a Q&A session will allow students to ask questions directly to the speakers. Why the Event Is Being Held: The event is organized to increase students’ awareness of the aviation sector, clarify their career expectations, and support their preparation for professional life by exposing them to real industry insights. How the Event Will Be Conducted: The event will follow a seminar/interview format. It will start with an opening speech, continue with presentations from the invited technicians, and conclude with an interactive Q&A session. The event will be conducted face-to-face with active student participation. How the Event Will Benefit Participants: Students will gain accurate knowledge about career opportunities in aviation, develop a comprehensive understanding of aircraft maintenance roles, benefit from industry networking, and receive valuable guidance to shape their future career plans.

Project Details: Volunteer for a total of 20 hours at the shelter Feed the animals and assist with their care Help organize the areas Valid from November 15, 2025 to May 15, 2026. What Participants Will Receive: • A Social Responsibility Project Certificate from Gelişim University and English School Avcılar • Free participation in the English School Avcılar Grammar Club for certificate holders!

These artistic events, held at the Istanbul Gelişim Art Gallery, aim to enhance the artistic development of Gelişim University's academic staff and students, and to foster cultural interaction.