Strategic Visit from Canada to Istanbul Gelisim University: Steps Towards International Cooperation with UFV

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Career Guidance Application and Research Center, in cooperation with İŞKUR, organized a major event shedding light on youth employment. Next Gen’25, titled “New Approaches in Youth Employment: The New Face of Career in the Era of Twin Transformation,” brought together academics, industry representatives, and students to comprehensively discuss the ongoing transformation in the world of careers.

Kübra Kocakuş, an athlete of Istanbul Gelisim University Sports Club, won the gold medal in the women’s Muay Thai 60 kg final at the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Demonstrating fighting spirit, high performance, and consistent gameplay throughout the tournament, Kocakuş delivered a determined performance in the final match, securing the top spot on the podium.

The results of the “UI GreenMetric World University Rankings 2025” have been announced. Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU), which draws attention with its environmental sustainability efforts, has achieved another significant success this year, continuing its upward trend from previous years. First included in the GreenMetric ranking in 2022, IGU increased its total score in 2025 and ranked 669th in the world. Evaluated among 1,547 universities in the overall ranking, IGU placed 71st in Türkiye and 14th among the foundation universities in Türkiye.

The 2025 Academic Board Meeting of the Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences (FEASS) at Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) was held on December 4 at the Mehmet Akif Ersoy Conference Hall, with the participation of IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin, IGU FEASS Dean Prof. Kenan Aydın, and all administrative units. The meeting addressed important agenda items, including the evaluation of the current state of the faculty, the determination of future goals, and the strengthening of academic processes.

Rector of Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Prof. Bahri Şahin and Vice-Rector Prof. Necmettin Maraşlı participated in the talk titled “Career Opportunities in the 21st Century”, organized by Süleyman Nazif Anatolian High School as part of the Career Days. The event aimed to raise students’ awareness about career choices, the future job market, and university selection processes. It also served as an important meeting to strengthen high school–university collaboration. During the program, students had the opportunity to both closely explore today’s changing career dynamics and gain information about the academic and professional opportunities offered by IGU.

The rapidly advancing impact of the digital age is directly connected not only with technology but also with the psychological and social structures of individuals. In his new work titled “The Invisible Threat of the Digital World”, Asst. Prof. Bülent Tansel, Assistant Professor at Istanbul Gelisim University, Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences, Department of Psychology, examines the deep and long-term effects of digitalization on the psychological development of young people. Written as the result of a comprehensive study conducted in cooperation with the Ministry of National Education within the scope of Istanbul Gelisim University’s Scientific Research Project (BAPSIS), the book analyzes the threats young people face in the digital world from a scientific perspective, and offers comprehensive solutions for families, teachers, and community leaders on how to address these challenges.

As part of the December 3 International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Istanbul Gelisim University participated in the program held at Bakırköy Municipality’s Barrier-Free Living Center, marking a day full of awareness. The event began with a speech by Asst. Prof. Abdullah Yüksel Barut, Director of the Istanbul Gelisim University Vocational School of Health Services. Bakırköy Mayor Assoc. Prof. Ayşegül Ovalıoğlu, in her speech, emphasized unity with the words, “Towards accessible tomorrows in the light of solidarity and equal citizenship,” and expressed her gratitude to Istanbul Gelisim University for their support.

The event titled “Glocal Approach: Regional Brand Management in Global Markets”, organized by the Istanbul Gelisim University Department of Public Relations and Publicity, took place on December 2, 2025, at the Firnas Auditorium with a high turnout. Guest speaker Fatma Yeşim Tütüncü, Marketing Director of the Hygiene Category at Evyap, shared with students the global journey of the brands she manages, the company’s culture, and the decisive role of consumer insights in brand strategies. Tütüncü highlighted the operations of Evyap which is a well-established brand active since 1927 across a wide geography stretching from Iraq to Uzbekistan and from Russia to Africa. She emphasized that positioning a Türkiye-origin brand on the international stage carries a special meaning and responsibility for her.

The Novus “Social Media and Perception of Reality” Workshop, organized by the students of Şehit Batuhan Ergin Anatolian High School on November 29–30, 2025 at Istanbul Gelisim University, was held with great participation and interest. The workshop aimed to thoroughly examine the effects of social media on individuals, addressing numerous significant topics ranging from ethical issues in the digital world to the psychological well-being of young people.