The Istanbul Aydın University Karate Team became European Champions at the Intercollegiate European Karate Championships held in Warsaw, Poland, thanks to their determination and fighting spirit.

Istanbul Aydın University Board of Trustees Chairman Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın said the following in his statement regarding the IAÜ Karate Team, which achieved a historic success by winning the championship in a tournament featuring 145 universities and 326 athletes from 17 countries:

“I sincerely congratulate our students and everyone who contributed to this achievement. Today, we proudly say once again: IAU is a pioneer in every field, a leader in every field! This pride belongs to IAU, this pride belongs to Turkey, this pride belongs to all of us!” he said.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın visited Prof. Dr. Erol Özvar, President of the Council of Higher Education (YÖK). During the meeting, the Turkish-Arab University Rectors’ Congress, which will be held for the fifth time this year in Tunisia under the leadership of the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) in cooperation with the Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS) and the Arab Universities Union (AArU), was discussed with Ahmet Misbah Demircan, former Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism and Ambassador of Tunisia.

It was stated that this year’s congress, held under the theme “Transformation of Higher Education through Leadership, Innovation, and Regional Integration,” will bring together higher education institutions from Turkey and the Arab world under one roof once again, with the honorary presence of YÖK President Prof. Dr. Erol Özvar.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın emphasized that the strong ties to be established will not only increase academic productivity, but will also contribute to regional peace and development through educational diplomacy.

Prof. Dr. Aydın expressed his gratitude to Prof. Dr. Erol Özvar, President of the Council of Higher Education (YÖK), who has led the way in achieving international recognition, quality assurance, and collaborations through his vision and goals in the field of higher education.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın stated that the IAÜ 2025 Preference and Promotion Period, held between July 19 and August 13, was successfully completed this year with great interest from students. Prof. Dr. Aydın noted that academics, administrative staff, and volunteer students worked alongside prospective students, guiding them with great dedication, patience, and energy. He sincerely thanked all his colleagues who contributed to this process.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın congratulated all students joining the IAU family and expressed his hope that everyone would share the exciting feeling of new beginnings together.