With the contribution of Research Assistant Cengizhan Güler from Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU), Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences, Department of International Trade and Finance (English), an important cooperation protocol has been signed between Istanbul Gelisim University and the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Industry and Technology. Through this protocol, comprehensive and detailed data within the scope of the Entrepreneur Information System (GBS) have been made available for academic research. As a result, IGU academics have gained access to extensive economic and sectoral data on companies operating in Türkiye.

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Department of Software Engineering senior students Münevver Busenur Şengül and Merve Akgül have been awarded graduation project support for the 2025–2026 academic year within the scope of the SAYZEK (Defense Industry Talent Acquisition) (Research-Based Project – RBP) Program conducted by the Presidency of Defense Industries.

The Department of International Trade and Business Administration within the Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences at Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) is hosting a remarkable event on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. in the J Block Firnas Auditorium.

A technical field trip was organized on November 5, 2025, to Modyo TV, the broadcasting network featured on Istanbul’s public transportation systems, with students from Istanbul Gelisim University’s Department of Public Relations and Publicity. Under the guidance of Assoc. Prof. Sarp Bağcan, Head of the Department, the students had the opportunity to observe media production processes on-site.

The 4th International New Generations and New Trends in Tourism Congress, organized in collaboration with Sakarya University of Applied Sciences, Istanbul Gelisim University, Kodolányi János University in Budapest, University of Trento, University of São Paulo, and Varna University of Management, was held at Sakarya University of Applied Sciences. The congress brought together researchers, academics, and industry representatives working in the field of tourism, creating a multifaceted scientific platform to discuss new generations and evolving tourism trends. Topics such as the future of tourism, sustainable development, digital transformation, preservation of cultural heritage, and new tourism models were comprehensively addressed.

Organized under the leadership of the Ministry of Forestry and Agriculture, in collaboration with FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations) and UNFF (United Nations Forum on Forests), the Istanbul Forest Innovation Week brought critical issues to the agenda such as sustainable forest management, disaster response, climate change adaptation, and digital forest technologies.

Rector of Namık Kemal University, Prof. Mümin Şahin, paid a visit to Prof. Bahri Şahin, Rector of Istanbul Gelisim University, at his office. During the meeting, the two university leaders discussed potential collaboration opportunities and possible joint initiatives in academic fields.

The 3rd International Short Film, Video, and Photography Symposium—supported by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Directorate General of Cinema—was held on October 24–26, 2025. The event’s organizing committee included Asst. Prof. Emre Doğan, Chair of the Department of Radio, Television and Cinema at Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU), Faculty of Fine Arts (FFA), and Res. Asst. Dr. Eda Türkay, a research assistant from the same department.

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) took its place at ICEF Berlin 2025, one of the world’s most prestigious international education fairs. Held in Germany’s capital, Berlin, this major event brought together educational institutions, consultancy firms, and sector professionals from all around the world. Representing Istanbul Gelisim University at the fair were Head of Public Relations and Promotion Department Asst Prof. Bülent Deyirmenci, Head of Support Services Department İbrahim Acarer, and Director of International Student Affairs Umedjon Haitmurodov.

Opening Ceremony was held at the Mehmet Akif Ersoy Conference Hall on the Avcılar Campus with the participation of academics, students, administrative staff, and many guests in a vibrant atmosphere. Many distinguished figures from public institutions and organizations took part in the protocol. The opening speeches were delivered by Minister of Trade Prof. Ömer Bolat, IGU Chairman of the Board of Trustees Abdülkadir Gayretli, and IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin. In their speeches, they emphasized Türkiye’s economic goals, the strategic importance given to education, and the university’s international vision.