The Faculty of Education, in collaboration with the Istanbul Provincial Directorate of National Education, organized "Cyberbullying and Other Online Dangers: Preventive Education for Schools" to increase the knowledge and skills of both students and school counselors on cyberbullying. The opening speech of the event, held on Wednesday, March 11, at the Akıngüç Auditorium and Art Center in the Ataköy building on the Bakırköy Campus, was delivered by our Rector, Prof. Dr. Fadime Üney Yüksektepe. The event continued with speeches by Prof. Dr. Christine Bhat and Ord. Prof. Dr. Şenel Poyrazlı, moderated by Dr. Bilge Sulak Akyüz and Dr. İbrahim Akmeşe. Workshops were also held as part of the program with the participation of school psychological counselors.

Istanbul Kültür University’s Dean of Students Office organized “Student Forums” across all our campuses between February 24 and March 5, 2026, to directly listen to our students’ opinions and suggestions. During the five forums held in total, our students had the opportunity to share their experiences, expectations, and needs regarding university life. One of the forums held in the Ataköy building was specifically organized for our international students. The forums contributed to gathering valuable feedback for improving campus life by creating an open communication environment with students.

In collaboration with ATAMER, the Atatürkist Thought Club, and the Women's Solidarity Club, a panel titled "Pioneering Women of the Republic" was held on Tuesday, March 10. Moderated by Lecturer Ceren Çilek, the panel discussed the lives, works, and contributions to Türkiye's modernization process of the pioneering women of the Republic: Afet İnan, Süreyya Ağaoğlu, Bedia Akarsu, Hatice Nüzhet Gökdoğan, and Halet Çambel.

The event, which featured student presentations, included: Afet İnan's academic work in history and sociology, Süreyya Ağaoğlu's pioneering role in law as one of Turkey's first female lawyers, Bedia Akarsu's contributions to philosophy, Hatice Nüzhet Gökdoğan's work in astronomy and science, and Halet Çambel's achievements in archaeology and sports were discussed. The panel emphasized that the rights and opportunities provided to women by the Republic were embodied in the lives of these pioneering women, and that their determination, courage, and scientific achievements continue to inspire young people today and shed light on the future.

The Program of Flight Operations Management has been included in the KDM-EKS system of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (SHGM). The Head of the Program, Lecturer Evren Yılmaz, has obtained HAD authorization within the scope of the KDM-EKS system conducted by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (SHGM).

This authorization represents an important step that strengthens our program’s compliance with sectoral standards and its academic competence. At the same time, it contributes to enhancing our University’s educational capacity in the civil aviation sector and supports its strong collaborations with the industry.

Captain Pilot Uğur Demiröz, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Turkish Airline Pilots Foundation (PİLVAK), visited the Department of Public Relations and Advertising of the Faculty of Art and Design on Monday, March 9, 2026. Within the scope of the visit, evaluations were made regarding cooperation and content topics for the events planned between PİLVAK and the department.

Istanbul Kültür University Dean of Students Office, International Relations Unit, and the Love and Brotherhood Foundation collaborated to hold a seminar titled “A Judicial Perspective on Legal Stay and Residence Permit Procedures in Türkiye” on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the Ataköy building on the Bakırköy Campus. Lawyer Dr. Cansu Pişkinpaşa Köklü, who participated as a speaker, sharing the judicial framework regarding legal stay and residence permit processes in Türkiye with the students. The event, conducted in Turkish, Arabic, and English, provided students with the opportunity to ask questions and meet participants from different countries.

On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 12.00, the Program of Public Relations and Promotion of IKU Vocational School held a discussion titled “Media and Communication in the Context of Sports Commentary” in Amphitheater 1A01 of the Incirli building on the Bakırköy Campus. The event, featuring Exxen Sports Commentator Onur Odacı as a guest speaker, included presentations on the importance of commentary in sports media, communication skills, and industry experiences. Students showed great interest in the event, gaining valuable information about the field of media and sports communication and having the opportunity to find answers to their questions about the sector.

Our Department Chair of Common Courses, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Selda Salman, met with Kültür College high school students and gave a seminar titled "What is a Human Being?"

The presentation explored ancient philosophical questions about humanity, blending them with findings from disciplines such as biology and anthropology. The journey of humanity evolving from merely a biological species on Earth into beings who establish states, build civilizations, and develop technology was discussed through definitions of "rational and social beings" from Ancient Greece to the present day.

Deepened by the students' interest and questions, the philosophy seminar opened the door for young people to gain awareness of their own nature. This series of seminars organized for Kültür College students is planned to continue with different themes in the coming months.

The article titled "The Relationship Between Symptom Severity of Adult Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder and Emotion Regulation Difficulty, Intolerance of Uncertainty, and Attachment Styles," co-authored by Dr. Fatma Kayım, an academic from our Department of Psychology, has been published in the Journal of the Institute of Social Sciences at Çukurova University.

Our Women's Volleyball Team defeated Sabancı University 3-1 in the second week of the Turkish University Sports Federation (TÜSF) 1st League.

Our Men's Soccer Team faced Özyeğin University in the TÜSF Regional 1st League match played at Koç University Soccer Field. The first half of the very competitive match ended 2-2. Our team, which was down to 10 players in the middle of the second half, lost 4-3 after conceding a penalty goal in the last minutes.

Our Men's Chess Team, formed by students who placed in chess tournaments held at our university, participated in the TÜSF UNILIG Chess Turkey Championship held in Burdur.

A symposium titled “7th International Interdisciplinary Chaos Symposium on Chaos and Complex Systems” will be organized by the Istanbul Kültür University Vocational School in Athens, Greece, between June 19-21, 2026.

In collaboration with the IKÜ Mathematics Computer Club and the Turkish Mathematics Club, the "Mathematics Day Istanbul" event will be held on Saturday, March 14, at the Design Factory in the Ataköy building on the Bakırköy Campus to develop students' analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

The Dean of Students Office - Kültür Point will organize "Business English" training on Monday, March 16, via the CATS platform to support our students and graduates in their career planning processes.

The Dean of Students Office - Kültür Point will host "Career Preparation Trainings" on Tuesday, March 17, via the CATS platform to support our students and alumni in their career planning processes.

In collaboration with the Department of New Media and Communication and the New Media and Communication Club, a talk titled "Artificial Intelligence-Supported Digital Marketing" will be held to introduce the use of artificial intelligence technologies in digital marketing processes. The event, featuring MaruDerm Cosmetics Brand Consultant & Digital Marketing Specialist Pelda Yalçınkaya as the speaker, will take place on Tuesday, March 17, at 13:00 in the Erdal İnönü Seminar Hall at the Ataköy building on the Bakırköy Campus.

In collaboration with the Civil Aviation Club and the Program of Flight Operations Management, a talk titled "General Aviation Operations and Career Opportunities" will be held to introduce our students to the often overlooked aspect of aviation, general aviation, and to provide information about career opportunities. The event, featuring Bonair Ground Services Manager Burak Dökme as the speaker, will take place on Tuesday, March 17, at 13:00 in the 4A01 amphitheater of the İncirli building on the Bakırköy Campus.

In collaboration with UZEMER and the Dean of Students Office, a "Python Programming Training" will be organized for students preparing for TEKNOFEST competitions and those interested in the subject. The training, to be delivered by computer engineer Boran Toktay, will take place on Tuesday, March 17, from 14:00 to 18:00  in the multipurpose hall on the 4th floor of the Ataköy building at the Bakırköy Campus.

The Department of New Media and Communication will organize a "Basic Photography Workshop" to help students understand the basic functions of a camera and concepts such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. The workshop will be held by Ahmet Yiğit Ayünal, founder of Fikir Yapım, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 13:00 in the photography studio located in the basement of the Ataköy building on the Bakırköy Campus.