Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın met with members of the Istanbul Aydın University family during the Eid al-Adha celebration program.
The event emphasized unity and solidarity, highlighting that the university’s greatest strength lies in its people who share common goals and values.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın expressed his appreciation to all colleagues for their dedication and contributions, describing Istanbul Aydın University as a large family built on cooperation, shared values, and collective effort.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın welcomed Prof. Dr. Bilge Işık, known for her work in sustainable architecture, construction technologies, and earthquake-resistant structures. Discussions focused on strengthening interdisciplinary approaches in higher education, sustainable cities, environmentally friendly construction technologies, and opportunities for academic cooperation.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın welcomed Haşim Süngü, President of the Hashim Group and President of the DEİK Türkiye–Saudi Arabia Business Council.
The meeting addressed opportunities for strengthening economic and academic cooperation between Türkiye and Saudi Arabia.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın welcomed Prof. Dr. Muzaffer Elmas, Rector of Kocaeli Health and Technology University, President of the Board of Trustees Talip Emiroğlu, and Beykoz University President of the Board of Trustees Ruhi Engin Özmen.
The meeting included discussions on a shared vision among universities and the future of higher education.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın welcomed a delegation led by Otabek Sultanbekov, Deputy Governor of Tashkent Region Responsible for Social Affairs, at Istanbul Aydın University.
The meeting focused on cooperation opportunities in education, joint initiatives supporting youth development, and strengthening academic interaction.
The May Board of Directors Meeting of the UFRAD Franchising Association was held at Istanbul Aydın University under the President of Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın.
Prior to the meeting, discussions were held with TÜYAP General Manager İlhan Ersözlü and his delegation regarding the outcomes of the Franchise Istanbul Expo, successfully organized between 16–19 April 2026, as well as future planning activities.
During the Board meeting, the association’s activities, recent sectoral developments, and future objectives were comprehensively evaluated.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın welcomed Yaşar Doğan, President of TÜMSİAD and Member of the DEİK Board of Directors. The meeting included discussions on production culture, preparing young people for the business world, and the competencies required for the future.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın welcomed Emre Tonkuş, President of ASKON’s R&D and Technopark Cooperation Commission, Fatih İşgören, Chairman of the Education Sector Board, and Vice Chairman Volkan Şen.
The meeting focused on equipping young people with future-oriented competencies, addressing the evolving needs of the education sector, and strengthening university–industry cooperation.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın visited the Fashion Design Program’s 2025–2026 Graduation Project Exhibition titled “From Seven Hills to Nine Islands.”
After reviewing the students’ projects, he stated that the works successfully combined cultural heritage with contemporary design perspectives and demonstrated remarkable creativity and potential.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın welcomed Sadık Ayhan Saruhan, President of Saruhan Holding, and the accompanying delegation at Istanbul Aydın University. The meeting focused on the future of higher education, equipping young people with the skills required by a changing world, and strengthening university–industry collaboration.
