Our Vice Rector & Director of the Center for Sustainable Development (SÜRKAM), Prof. Dr. Burcu Yavuz Tiftikçigil, represented our University at the "APAIE (Asia-Pacific Association for International Education) Education Fair" held in Hong Kong between February 23-27, 2026.

As part of the fair, which is one of the important meeting platforms of the international higher education field, meetings were held with representatives of various universities and institutions in order to strengthen our university's existing international collaborations and to evaluate new academic partnership opportunities.

The meetings held during the fair contributed to Istanbul Kültür University's internationalization strategy and also allowed for close monitoring of current developments in the field of international higher education. This process resulted in a productive fair period for our university, increasing its global visibility and exploring new collaboration opportunities.

The theatre play titled "Kadın Kafası," organized by the Istanbul Kültür University Fine Arts Application and Research Center (GSUAM), met with art lovers on Thursday, March 5 at 20.00. The play, staged at the Akıngüç Auditorium and Art Center, gave the audience many moments full of laughter. In the play, written and directed by İrfan Kangı; Alara Bozbey, Bengi Öztürk Akkaya, Billur Yazgan, Gümeç Alpay Aslan and İrfan Kangı took part. The play, which humorously addresses male–female relationships and familiar situations from daily life, gave the audience enjoyable moments, and the actors were applauded for a long time at the end of the show.

The Program of Graphic Design organized a talk titled “From Practice to Profession: Graphic Design Experiences” on Friday, February 27, 2026. Kağan Tiftik, Founder of Proba Media, participated in the event as the guest speaker, bringing industry experience to the campus. During the event, our students had the opportunity to learn about the practical aspects of graphic design, the realities of the industry, and the speaker’s professional experiences.

The event once again highlighted that design is not only about aesthetics but also a discipline that involves strategy, vision, and sustainable production.

The first session of the "Social Media School" program, implemented by the Design Factory operating within Istanbul Kültür University, was successfully held.

During the program's opening week, Simla Canpolat, known for her work on strategy and brand language in social media, was a guest at our university. In the session titled "Thinking Like a Brand: Strategy and Identity in Social Media" the importance of creating a sustainable language on social media, combining creative production with a strategic perspective, and correctly positioning brand identity in the digital realm were discussed.

Following the presentation, the event continued in a question-and-answer format, allowing students to directly benefit from Simla Canpolat's agency experiences, content production processes, and perspective on brand management. The highly interactive session attracted significant interest from the participants.

The Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design and the Department of Radio, Television and Cinema collaborated to organize a talk titled "Colors II" featuring designer and painter Emre Ertürk as the speaker. The program, held on Tuesday, March 3, at 13.00 in the Önder Öztunalı Conference Hall in the Ataköy building on the Bakırköy Campus, was moderated by Lecturer Dr. Architect Sevinç Ormancı.

The Department of Economics organized an "Alumni Panel: Career Journeys" event on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Moderated by Assist. Prof. Tuğba Özışık, the event featured alumni R. Berkay Mudrişler (2018) and Mustafa Emircan Işık (2025), who met with our students. Our alumni shared their experiences, from their student years to their career paths in the private sector and academia after graduation, and provided detailed information about their professions. The panel concluded after answering students' questions.

The “Kültür Open’26 Debate Tournament,” organized by the Debate Club, was held on February 21-22, 2026, at Seminar Hall 2 in the Ataköy building of the Bakırköy Campus. The tournament, which brought together participants from different universities, featured argumentative debates on current social, political, and ethical issues.

Organized by the IKU Logistics Club, a talk titled “Mining Logistics: All Processes from the Field to Export” was held on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 15.00 in the İncirli building of the Bakırköy Campus.

Andaç Erdem, Foreign Trade Manager at Niğtaş Inc., participated in the event as the guest speaker. During the talk, the logistics processes in the mining sector, from field operations to export, were discussed in detail. Participants had the opportunity to gain industry-based insights on many important topics, including production, storage, transportation, customs procedures, and export processes.

The brand-new medieval-themed card game Cardora has been designed for players who enjoy classic card games but are looking for a different and innovative approach. Based on a poker system, the game offers a strategic experience built around achieving the highest synergy through combinations formed at the end of each match.

Players encounter ever-changing chaotic dynamics, various tactical options, and a unique narrative flow in every playthrough. Cardora offers both a competitive experience with its multiplayer mode and roguelite-style single-player mode that allows different progression paths and strategies in each attempt.

With its thematic structure that combines strategy, risk management, and mastery of combinations, Cardora aims to bring a fresh perspective to the card game genre.

The Department of Nursing organized an online "Erasmus Information Meeting" on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Miray Akaydın, Senior Specialist in International Relations, participated as a speaker.

IKU Vocational School (MYO) organized a comprehensive evaluation meeting with Burak Dökme, Bonair Ground Services Manager, to discuss developing internship training collaboration.

The meeting, held on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, was attended by our Vocational School Director Prof. Dr. Mehmet Özer, our Deputy Director Lecturer Kerem Yücesan, and our Flight Operations Management Program Head Lecturer Evren Yılmaz.

We are resolutely continuing our efforts to strengthen industry-academia collaboration within an institutional framework and to increase our students' opportunities for practice-based education.

Assist. Prof.  Bilge Şan Özbilen,  from the Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design, gave a seminar on "Room Acoustics" to the Acıbadem Project Management Design Team on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, in collaboration with the Technology Transfer Office.

Organized by the Dean of Students Office - Kültür Point, a “Business English” training session will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026, via the CATS platform to support the career planning processes of our students and graduates.

In the seminar to be organized by the Department of Economics on Monday, March 9, 2026, the transformation of money and current developments will be evaluated.

In collaboration with the Faculty of Law and the Transparency International Association Türkiye, a webinar titled “The ABC of Corruption” will be organized. The event will feature Ekin Bayur, Director of the Transparency International Association Türkiye, as the speaker and will take place on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 12.00 via Microsoft Teams.

Organized by the Dean of Students Office - Kültür Point, “Career Preparation” training will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, via the CATS platform to support the career planning processes of our students and graduates.

In collaboration with the Effective Communication Club and the Department of Public Relations and Advertising, a talk titled “Brand Stories: Mia Klinika” will be organized to provide students with sectoral insights and inspiration through real-world examples. The event will feature Hande Kaya, Brand Manager of Mia Klinika, as the speaker and will take place on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 11.00 in the multipurpose hall on the first floor of the Ataköy building at the Bakırköy Campus.

Organized by the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences within the scope of International Women’s Day on March 8, a conference titled “International Branding and the Evolution of Trade: Competitive Advantage through Culture, Experience, and Digitalization” will be held. The event will feature Strategic Marketing and Brand Consultant Aylin Gözen as the guest speaker and will take place on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 11.30 at the Conference Hall of the Küçükçekmece Campus.

In collaboration with the Atatürkist Thought Club, the Atatürk’s Principles and History of the Turkish Revolution Research and Application Centre (ATAMER), the Women’s Solidarity Club, and the Philosophy Club, a panel titled “Pioneering Women of the Republic” will be organized within the scope of International Women’s Day on March 8, 2026. The event will present the stories and achievements of five pioneering women of the Republic, and will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 13.00 in the multipurpose hall on the first floor of the Ataköy building at the Bakırköy Campus.

The Department of Political Science and International Relations will organize a conference to examine the relationship between European Union Law and the European Convention on Human Rights in Romania and to evaluate the legal and constitutional challenges that have emerged in the process of European integration. The event will feature Dr. Mihaela Adriana Oprescu (Universitatea Babeş-Bolyai) as the speaker and will take place on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 13.00 in the Classroom B-502 at the Küçükçekmece Campus.

In collaboration with the Sevgi ve Kardeşlik Association and the International Relations Unit, a seminar titled “A Legal Perspective on the Procedures of Lawful Stay and Residence Permit Procedures in Türkiye” will be organized for international students. The event will feature Attorney Cansu Pişkinpaşa Köklü as the speaker and will take place on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 13.30 in the multipurpose hall on the 4th floor of the Ataköy building at the Bakırköy Campus.

In collaboration with IKU Youth Office and the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Youth and Sports, a talk titled “Ecological Literacy: Balancing Environmental Awareness and Eco-Anxiety" will be organized to encourage participants to rethink their relationship with nature and develop awareness of sustainable living. The event will feature Assist. Prof. Meryem Demir Güdül, a faculty member of the Department of Educational Sciences, as the speaker and will take place on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 14.00 at the Önder Öztunalı Conference Hall in the Ataköy building at the Bakırköy Campus.

The Faculty of Education will organize a training program titled “Cyberbullying and Other Online Risks: Prevention Training for Schools” to enhance both students’ and school psychological counselors’ knowledge and skills regarding cyberbullying. The event will feature Prof. Dr. Christine Bhat, Prof. Dr. Şenel Poyrazlı, Assist. Prof. Bilge Sulak Akyüz, and Assist. Prof. İbrahim Akmeşe as speakers and will take place on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 10.00 at the Akıngüç Auditorium and Art Center.

The Program of Public Relations and Publicity will be organizing a talk titled "Media and Communication in the Context of Sports Broadcasting" to inform students about the concept of sports announcing, its place in the sector, and the issues of image, content, and interaction in sports broadcasting. The event, featuring Exxen Sports Announcing presenter Onur Odacı as the speaker, will take place on Tuesday, March 11, at 12.00  in the 1A01 amphitheater in the İncirli building on the Bakırköy Campus.

MOBIGEN will be organizing a panel titled "Innovation and Entrepreneurship: From Science to Value" to discuss how scientific knowledge and research outputs can be transformed into social/economic value through innovation and entrepreneurship. The event, featuring Assist. Prof. Melis Durasi from Istanbul Health and Technology University and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Meri Taksi Deveciyan from our university, will take place on Wednesday, March 11, at 15.00  in the Önder Öztunalı Conference Hall.

The Mathematics and Computer Club will be organizing an "Interview Simulation" event to help students familiarize themselves with recruitment processes and prepare more consciously for technical interviews. The event, featuring Hepsiburada Engineering Team Leader Mehmet Demirci as the speaker, will take place on Thursday, March 12, at 13.00  in the Design Factory at the Ataköy building on the Bakırköy Campus.

In collaboration with UZEMER and the Dean of Students Office, an "LLM and NLP Training" will be organized for students preparing for and interested in the TEKNOFEST competitions. The training, which will be given by Computer Engineer Boran Toktay, will take place on Thursday, March 12, from 14.00 to 18.00 in the multipurpose hall on the 4th floor of the Ataköy building on the Bakırköy Campus.

The Department of Turkish Language and Literature will be organizing a conference titled "The Personality of Mehmet Akif and the National Anthem" to commemorate our nation's struggle for independence and shared values with respect and gratitude. The event, featuring Lecturer İsa Kocakaplan as the speaker, will take place on Thursday, March 12, at 14.00  in the Önder Öztunalı Conference Hall in the Ataköy building on the Bakırköy Campus.

The Dean of Students Office - Kültür Point, in collaboration with the Legal Counsel and the Faculty of Law, will organize an event titled "It's Not As Innocent As You Think!" for students who open their bank accounts to third parties for the purpose of generating income and are unaware that this is a crime. The event will be held on Friday, March 13, at 13.00 in the Önder Öztunalı Conference Hall in the Ataköy building on the Bakırköy Campus.

In collaboration with the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering and the Department of Industrial Engineering, a "Project Management, Risk Management and Change Management Information Seminar" will be held to raise awareness among students regarding project management, risk management, and change management. The event, featuring Project Management Professional (PMP) Assist. Prof.  Zeynep Doğruöz Gergin as the speaker, will take place on Friday, March 13, at 14.00 in the Önder Öztunalı Conference Hall in the Ataköy building.