Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Faculty of Fine Arts Department of Interior Architecture has added a new one to its efforts to improve the creativity and design competencies of its students. The furniture designed and produced by the students of the Department of Interior Architecture within the scope of Furniture III course met with the visitors with the Modular Furniture Exhibition.

Innovative projects developed in Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Technology Transfer Office (TTO) and TEKMER ecosystem continue to commercialize with industry collaborations. In this context, an important cooperation agreement was signed between ULAV Defense Technologies established by IGU graduates and LENA Energy. Within the scope of the agreement, one transport drone was sold to LENA Enerji.

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU), which stands out with its innovative approach in education, continues to expand its academic range. As of 2025, 7 new departments and programs opened with the approval of the Higher Education Institution (YÖK) will offer education in different fields from informatics to basic sciences, from game development to digital transformation. These programs, which aim to equip students with competencies suitable for the needs of the age, will prepare them for the future world.

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) was fully accredited for 5 years as a result of the institutional accreditation evaluation carried out by the Higher Education Quality Board (YÖKAK). After the detailed audit process in December, IGU was entitled to receive accreditation at the highest level with the high standards it has shown in the fields of education, research and development, management system and community service.

Within the scope of the Coffee Talks activities organized by Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Dean of Students, an interview titled "Digital Marketing Techniques" was held. In the event, where students showed great interest, the basics of digital marketing, current strategies and innovations in the sector were discussed.

The results of "SCImago University Rankings 2025", in which the scientific research, innovation and social impacts of the world's universities are ranked according to SCOPUS and SciVal publication and citation data, were announced. Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU), which stands out with its studies, ranked 6th among foundation universities in the general ranking and 4th in the field of research, and ranked at the top in the categories of Economics, Planning and Civil Engineering.

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) hosted the works of Tan Oral, one of Türkiye's leading cartoon artists, and brought art lovers together with a meaningful exhibition. The works reflecting the artist's original lines met with art lovers in the exhibition.

Istanbul Gelisim University hosted a meaningful event within the scope of 8 March International Women's Day. In the event titled "Today's Female Leaders Talk, Future Female Leaders Listen", women leaders who have achieved significant success in the business world came together with students and shared their experiences.

Sabahattin Zaim University Rector Prof. Ahmet Cevat Acar and Vice Rector Prof. İbrahim Güney visited Istanbul Gelisim University Rector Prof. Bahri Sahin in his office. During the visit, views were exchanged on cooperation opportunities and academic studies between the two universities. Istanbul Gelisim University Vice Rector Prof. Necmettin Maraşlı and Secretary General Assoc. Prof. Serdar Egeli also attended to the meeting.

Istanbul Gelisim University hosted an event titled "The Secret of Performance: The Intersection of Nutrition and Sports", which addresses the critical role of athlete nutrition on performance. In the event held at Firnas Auditorium, Anadolu Efes Sports Club Dietitian Specialist Dietician Buket Mamur and Beylikdüzü Sports Club Dietitian Nursena Duman shared her professional experiences and conveyed important information in the field of athlete nutrition.