A Mevlit ceremony was held at the T Block mosque of Istanbul Aydın University (IAU) in honor of the late Ayşe Çebi, the mother of Küçükçekmece Mayor Kemal Çebi. The ceremony was attended by IAU President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, Mayor Kemal Çebi, and the deputy mayors of Küçükçekmece.
Prof. Dr. Ahmet Bolat, Chairman of the Board of Turkish Airlines, along with Mehmet Erdoğan, Member of the Board of TAV, Hediye Güral, Chairman of NG Hotels, and Banu Dedeman, President of Dedeman Holding, visited Istanbul Aydın University (IAU).
During the visit, discussions were held regarding new regions in Turkey for cultural tourism. Ideas were exchanged on the development of these regions. Following the meeting, IAU President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, expressed his gratitude for the pleasant discussions and the visit.
The October meeting of the Western Platform, a think tank of Istanbul Aydın University (IAU), was held. The guest speaker for this meeting was T.R. Minister of Justice Yılmaz Tunç.
During the meeting, development projects in the western regions, as well as collaboration between education, the business world, and the public sector, were discussed. In this context, IAU President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın stated, “These initiatives, which focus on social development, play a significant role in regional development both academically and economically. As IAÜ, we will continue to contribute to Turkey’s development through the academic and social responsibility projects of the Western Platform!”
The opening ceremony for the 2024-2025 academic year of Istanbul Aydın University (IAU) was held with the participation of T.C. Minister of Justice Yılmaz Tunç, IAU President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, IAU Vice Rector Prof. Dr. İbrahim Hakkı Aydın, and many academics.
After the opening speeches by Prof. Dr. İbrahim Hakkı Aydın, Deputy Rector of IAU, and President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, T.C. Minister of Justice Yılmaz Tunç delivered the opening lecture.
Following this, T.C. Minister of Justice Yılmaz Tunç presented awards to the academics who were included in the 2024 World’s Most Influential Scientists list, which was announced in collaboration with Elsevier and Stanford University. He congratulated the academics for their contributions to science and international success, and expressed gratitude to Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, President of IAÜ, for his continuous support of academics.
IAU October Board Meeting was held with the administrative team of Istanbul Aydın University (IAU) in October. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, President of IAU, attended the meeting.
During the meeting, discussions were held on the university’s strategic goals for the new academic year and future projects. Existing issues were discussed, and evaluations were made regarding the plans in place. In this context, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın stated, “As always, I express my gratitude to my esteemed colleagues who work alongside me to enhance the quality of education. I am confident that as the IAÜ family, we will raise our success bar even higher. Together, we will continue to achieve new successes.”
The IAUP held its 20th Triennial Conference in Beijing, China, from October 13 to 15, 2024. This gathering of higher education leaders focused on the theme “Generative AI and the Future of Higher Education,” addressing the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on universities.
More than 60 international speakers shared their insights on how AI is reshaping educational structures, teaching, and learning globally. Topics such as the ethical dimensions of AI, fostering innovation in education, governance, talent development, and the overall role of AI in shaping the future of higher education were discussed.
Istanbul Aydın University President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, also participated online, highlighting the importance of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education. In his speech, he stated: “The integration of artificial intelligence into university governance, along with the technological revolution we have experienced in recent years, requires us to rethink university operations. Otherwise, one of the most critical elements here would be to overlook the contributions that AI and technology bring to data-driven decision-making processes.”
TEKNOFEST 2024 Opens with the Spirit of National Technology! The world’s largest aviation, space, and technology festival, TEKNOFEST 2024, kicked off with a grand opening, bringing together thousands of participants in an incredible atmosphere. Istanbul Aydın University (IAU) has proudly taken its place at TEKNOFEST, held in Adana.
On the first day of TEKNOFEST 2024, AK Party Deputy Chairman Ömer Çelik and Adana Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Zeydan Karalar visited the IAU stand and received information about IAU’s projects. Later, TEKNOFEST Chairman Selçuk Bayraktar also visited the IAU stand, examining the innovative projects by IAU students. IAU President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın expressed his gratitude to Bayraktar for his interest and support for the projects.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın joined his colleagues and student entrepreneurs for dinner, sharing reflections on the day. “I thank my teammates for their dedicated work. Adana, with its warm people and unique cuisine, has made this gathering even more special,” he stated.
On the second day, Deputy Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Osman Boyraz visited the IAU stand, closely examining the projects and providing substantial support for the students’ innovative ideas. Fatma Nur Aydın, President of Cyprus Science University, also joined the festival, representing her university. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın said, “As Istanbul Aydın University and Cyprus Science University, we are delighted to support and inspire our youth. I would like to thank all the participants, young engineers, scientists, and technology enthusiasts involved in this festival. You will build the future, and we will always be by your side!”
On the third day, Prof. Dr. Rahmi ER, Rector of Turkish Aeronautical Association University, visited the IAU stand and learned more about our projects. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın thanked him for his visit. Later that day, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at TEKNOFEST 2024, stating that Turkey is advancing toward becoming a country that not only uses but also designs, develops, produces, and exports technology.
On the fourth day, TÜBİTAK President Prof. Dr. Orhan Aydın visited the IAU stand. Turkey’s second astronaut, Tuva Cihangir Atasever, also met with Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, who expressed his pride in learning about Atasever’s experiences in space research, thanking him for his valuable contributions. At TEKNOFEST Adana, where technology and innovation are on display at the highest level, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın also met with Istanbul Technical University Rector Prof. Dr. Hasan Mandal. Together, they exchanged ideas on inspiring the country’s youth and making greater strides in science, technology, and entrepreneurship. Boğaziçi University Rector Prof. Dr. Mehmet Naci İnci and Vice Rectors Prof. Dr. Fazıl Önder Sönmez and Prof. Dr. Gürkan Selçuk Kumbaroğlu visited the IAU stand on the fourth day. IAU was honored to introduce our technology-focused projects and research to them and expressed our gratitude for their visit.
IAU’s Psikod Team Achieves Third Place in Champions League! Established in 2022 with the support of the Istanbul Aydın University Technology Development Center and the IAU Information and Technology Club, the Psikod Team achieved an impressive third place among 170 teams in the TEKNOFEST 2024 Champions League with its MOTO (Mobile Game Therapy Room) and AI-Supported MOTO Portal projects! Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın congratulated the team, expressing his heartfelt pride and wishing continued success to the team whose projects bridge technology and psychology, shaping the future.
The September meeting of the Intellectual Thought Platform at Istanbul Aydın University (IAU) took place with the participation of the guest speaker, Minister of Health Prof. Dr. Kemal Memişoğlu.
During the meeting, Minister Prof. Dr. Kemal Memişoğlu delivered a presentation on the topic of “Transformation and Future of Health Services in Turkey.” Following this, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın expressed, “Under the leadership of our Minister, Prof. Dr. Kemal Memişoğlu, Turkey will continue to exceed world standards in healthcare. I extend my heartfelt gratitude for his valuable contributions and kind participation.”
The 2024-2025 Academic Year Opening Ceremony of the Faculty of Medicine at Istanbul Aydın University (IAU) took place with the participation of the Minister of Health, Prof. Dr. Kemal Memişoğlu. The event was attended by IAU President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, Rector İbrahim Hakkı Aydın, Faculty of Medicine Dean Prof. Dr. Halil Alış, vice deans, academics, and students.
In his opening speech, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın remarked, “On this meaningful day that inspires the doctors of the future, we collectively emphasized the sacredness of medical education once again. At Istanbul Aydın University, we continue to train compassionate and skilled doctors with our expert academic staff and modern infrastructure. Prof. Dr. Kemal Memişoğlu is an exemplary leader with groundbreaking contributions in both healthcare management and the medical field, known for his deep commitment to his profession and people-focused approach. He has led numerous pioneering projects, from advancing healthcare policies to improving medical education. Today, his heartfelt and experience-rich speech to our future doctors was a source of inspiration. His profound knowledge and vision, as he conveyed the sacredness and responsibilities of the profession to our students, provided an invaluable opportunity for them. We extend our gratitude to the Minister and wish our students a successful academic year!”
The program concluded with the opening lecture delivered by Minister of Health Prof. Dr. Kemal Memişoğlu.
Hasan Akgün, Mayor of Büyükçekmece and a long-time friend of Istanbul Aydın University (IAU) President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, visited IAU.
During the meeting, they discussed potential collaborations in the field of education and exchanged ideas on ongoing projects, while also planning future initiatives. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın expressed his gratitude for the visit.
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