Orientations for the 2025-2026 Academic Year have been completed

Üsküdar University's orientation days for the 2025-2026 academic year have been completed. The orientation programs, which were carried out with the participation of academic and administrative staff, were completed with the Faculty of Preparatory, Humanities and Social Sciences, Communication, Engineering and Natural Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, and Vocational School of Health Services. 

The orientation programs for the new academic year, which began on September 22 with the Faculties of Medicine and Dentistry, were completed this week with other faculties at the Nermin Tarhan Conference Hall on the Central Campus, the Ibn Sina Auditorium at the Faculty of Health Sciences, and the Emir Nebi Conference Hall on the Çarşı Campus.

 Prof. Dr. Nazife Güngör: "Being a good communicator is based on being a good person."

As part of the Communication Faculty Orientation program, Üsküdar University Rector Prof. Dr. Nazife Güngör also gave a speech. Güngör said, "Dear students, welcome, everyone. You are excited, which is wonderful because excitement is the most important source of motivation on the road to success. Starting today, set goals for yourselves and draw up your roadmap in line with these goals. If you want to study communication to become a journalist, advertiser, or producer, you are taking the first step today. First and foremost, being a good communicator is based on being a good person. Because our profession is intertwined with people and society. It is our responsibility to contribute to society and guide it towards the better. To do this, we must read extensively, develop our culture, and stay close to art and science. The more we read, think, and question, the more versatile and visionary individuals we become." 

Prof. Dr. Gül Esra Atalay: "You are at one of Turkey's best communication faculties."

As part of the programs where information about all the university's operations and activities was shared, Communication Faculty students also gathered. The opening speech of the orientation program was delivered by Prof. Dr. Gül Esra Atalay, Dean of the Communication Faculty. 

Atalay said, "Today is the first day of a four-year journey. During this process, we will work to prepare you for the sector in the best way possible and graduate you as communication professionals. You are truly at one of Turkey's best communication faculties, and being a graduate of Üsküdar University's Communication Faculty will be an identity you will carry with you throughout your life. For this reason, I recommend that you actively participate in classes, events, and all opportunities. Being a university student is not just about attending classes; it also requires being immersed in the city you live in, especially the artistic and cultural opportunities that Istanbul offers. Participate in events, get to know the city, and feed off its cultural richness. Because a communicator is someone who is aware of everything and immersed in culture and art. We have an open-door policy at our faculty. You can always reach out to your advisors, department chairs, and the dean's office." 

Prof. Dr. Deniz Ülke Kaynak: "You will be able to create your own synthesis by blending different disciplines." 

During the orientation for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, general information about the faculty was provided. The opening speech of the program was delivered by Prof. Dr. Deniz Ülke Kaynak, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. 

Kaynak said, "Today, our students among us are taking their first steps into university. This is an exciting start for both them and us. Over the next four years, we will not only impart knowledge to you, but we will also teach you to think, question, and learn. University is a place where you can create your own synthesis by blending the perspectives of academics from different disciplines, not just from a single source. What matters here is your desire to learn. We are merely your guides. University is also a powerful networking space where you will gain new friendships, interests, and experiences. I recommend that you attend your classes regularly and actively participate in club and seminar activities. Following in the footsteps of our successful graduates, I believe that you too will make a difference in your own field. Remember, your advisors and professors will always be there for you throughout this process. I hope you spend these four years productively and efficiently, with mutual respect and affection."

Lecturer Dilek Batur: “Our goal is to provide a strong language foundation”

The opening speeches for the Foreign Languages and Preparatory Program orientation sessions held at the Nermin Tarhan Conference Hall were delivered by Foreign Languages Coordinator Lecturer Dilek Batur. 

Providing information to students about the preparatory program, Batur said, "As Üsküdar University English Preparatory School, we provide education with a system that has international EQUALS accreditation. This means quality, reliability, and continuous development. Our education progresses with a modular system. Students progress step by step from A1 to B2 level. We closely monitor your progress with regular exams, short tests, and teacher evaluations in each module. You also learn English terminology relevant to your field with ESP courses specific to your departments. In short, our goal is not only to teach you English but to provide you with a strong language foundation that you can use in your academic and professional life." 

International students gathered

Presentations were made during the orientation organized by the Directorate of International Relations. In this context, the efforts made to ensure that students from all over the world receive the highest quality education and training services were discussed.  

Prof. Dr. Osman Çerezci: "We are raising competent individuals who are beneficial to society"

Prof. Dr. Osman Çerezci delivered the opening speech for the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences orientation. Çerezci said, "You have taken an important step by choosing Üsküdar University, and I congratulate you all. As the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, our goal is to educate you not only with knowledge but also as competent and socially beneficial individuals in your profession. Our faculty will provide you with every kind of support through its strong academic staff and research infrastructure. In addition to your classes, participate in clubs and activities to develop yourselves socially and culturally. You can easily reach your advisors, department chairs, and the dean's office for any matter. I wish you all a successful educational journey."

The Faculty of Health Sciences orientation program took place in two separate sessions

The opening speeches of the orientation program were delivered by Prof. Dr. Arif Aktuğ Ertekin, Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences. Students gathered at the NP Health Campus and the Çarşı Campus according to their departments. 

Prof. Dr. Arif Aktuğ Ertekin: "We are starting the new academic year together with excitement."

Speaking at the orientation, Ertekin said, "We are starting the new academic year together with excitement. Today, I had my first class with a student from the Mediterranean; we really missed you all. For us teachers, communicating with students is both educational and energizing. My expectation from you is that you succeed in your studies, but also take advantage of Istanbul's cultural and social opportunities. Build beautiful friendships, because friendships formed at university last a lifetime. Your teachers will always be there for you. Our doors are open whenever you have problems or needs. I hope the new semester will be productive, healthy, and beautiful for all of us."

Dr. Ömer Faruk Karasakal, Assistant Professor: "Gains such as social responsibility courses will prepare you for professional life."

The Health Services Vocational School (SHMYO) orientation program took place at the Çarşı Campus. The opening speeches of the program were made by Dr. Ömer Faruk Karasakal, Director of the Health Services Vocational School (SHMYO). 

Karasakal said, "You have left a challenging year behind and have been placed in one of the 38 programs of our Vocational School. May this choice be beneficial for you, your family, and our country. Over the next two years, we will equip you with courses that combine theoretical knowledge with practice, laboratory work, field applications, and summer internships. Additionally, courses in positive psychology, professional ethics, communication skills, and social responsibility will prepare you for the professional world. You can gain academic experience through R&D opportunities like TÜBİTAK 2209 projects. University is not just about classes; it is also a place for social and cultural development. It is very important for you to participate in social contribution processes through 93 active student clubs and various activities. With all this, our goal is for you to graduate as a qualified graduate who is proficient in their profession, has strong communication skills, and is socially developed. Your advisors, program chairs, and the administration will always be by your side."

Following the opening speeches at the well-attended program, the department heads and directors within Üsküdar University provided information to newly enrolled students about the upcoming academic year.