IGU Expands Its Educational Range in Health Sciences: Midwifery Department Opens in the Faculty of Health Sciences

İstanbul Gelişim University, which has made a name for itself not only in academic achievements at the national and international level but also in sport, continues to achieve important successes through the national athletes it produces. İstanbul Gelişim University Sports Club, which successfully represents Türkiye in international events through its approach of supporting the development of sport and athletes, has added another world championship title to its record.

The educational event titled "Digital Applications in Classical Turkish Literature," led by Asst. Prof. Elife Ateş from the Turkish Language and Literature Department of İstanbul Gelişim University's Faculty of Economics, Administrative, and Social Sciences (FEASS), has been selected for support under the TÜBİTAK 2237-A Scientific Educational Events Support Program. To be realized through a collaboration between İstanbul Gelişim University, İstanbul Medeniyet University, and Marmara University's Center for Digital Humanities Practice and Research, the project aims to bring together the current methods and approaches developed in the field of digital humanities with Classical Turkish Literature research. The educational event, to be implemented under the leadership of Asst. Prof. Elife Ateş, aims to contribute to the wider adoption of digital transformation in the field.

İstanbul Gelişim University (IGU), which draws attention for its research-focused approach, international collaborations, and innovative scientific work, continues to contribute to the global world of science through research carried out in the health sciences. The work conducted within the university's interdisciplinary research culture not only produces academic knowledge but also pioneers the development of innovative solutions that directly affect public health. In this context, an international study in which Res. Asst. Görkem Açar from the Sports Management Department of İstanbul Gelişim University's Faculty of Sport Sciences participated as a researcher has secured an important place in the world literature with its findings on spasticity control in children with cerebral palsy.

İstanbul Gelişim University (IGU) continues to prepare its students for the future not only with theoretical knowledge but also with practice-oriented experiences, through its scientific research and industry collaborations. Standing out through academic work on today's critical issues such as climate change, sustainability, and risk management, IGU has achieved another successful example of university–sector collaboration.

İstanbul Gelişim University continues to draw attention through its support for social responsibility projects that make science accessible to all segments of society, support equal opportunities in education, and help children look toward the future with hope. In line with its vision of converting its academic expertise, technological infrastructure, and qualified human resources into public benefit, the university prioritizes initiatives aimed at introducing children to science and technology from an early age. One of the latest examples of this approach is the project titled "From the Steppe to the Sky: An Aviation Application for Village Children," led by Asst. Prof. Fatih Kılıç from the Aviation Management (English) Department of İstanbul Gelişim University's Faculty of Economics, Administrative, and Social Sciences (FEASS). The project was selected for support under the TÜBİTAK 4009 – Support Program for Village Schools, following scientific evaluations.

İstanbul Gelişim University continues to draw attention not only through its academic output but also through projects that produce solutions to society's real needs, bring different disciplines together, and support sustainable development. Standing out through its social benefit-oriented work across a wide range from education to health, from the environment to social services, İstanbul Gelişim University has once again demonstrated this approach with a new TÜBİTAK-funded project.

İstanbul Gelişim University (IGU) continues its educational approach of preparing students for the future not only with theoretical knowledge but also with applied practice, production, and industry experience. The Harvest Time Short Film Festival, organized for the third time this year by the Faculty of Fine Arts (FFA) Radio, Television, and Cinema Department, has evolved into an important platform supporting innovative production by bringing young filmmakers together under one roof. The festival, realized with the contributions of the university's internal and external stakeholders, made the work of young talents in cinema visible while allowing students to come together with industry professionals, share experiences, and reach wider audiences with their productions.

İstanbul Gelisim University (İGU) continues to increase its effectiveness in global academic networks through the scientific work it conducts at the national and international level in the areas of public economics, social economy, and cooperativism. Drawing attention for its research approach that prioritizes societal benefit, its interdisciplinary collaborations, and its internationalization vision, İGU makes important contributions to Türkiye's scientific representation in this field through its work within CIRIEC Türkiye. The university continues its efforts to advance the development of economic models centered on the public interest, to strengthen social economy, and to support knowledge production in cooperativism — assuming an active role in international research networks and aiming to make its academic knowledge base visible on a global scale.

İstanbul Gelişim University, which stands out for its quality-focused educational approach, continuous improvement philosophy, and strong industry partnerships, aims to train the health professionals of the future by equipping its students not only with academic knowledge but also with applied skills and professional competencies. In this context, the university continuously works to improve its educational processes by bringing together industry representatives, alumni, students, and academics on common platforms.

İstanbul Gelişim University continues to support its students' multifaceted development through its work in culture and the arts, alongside its academic achievements. Bringing scientific output together with art, IGU draws attention through events aimed at the preservation of cultural heritage and the encouragement of artistic production. As part of this effort, the 2nd Traditional SATMER Culture and Arts Festival, organized by İstanbul Gelişim University's Center for Art and Design Practice and Research (SATMER), brought together different disciplines of art under one roof and was held over three days to strong attendance and great interest.