In an effort to boost awareness of the Erasmus+ program and encourage students to make the most of it, the International Relations Office organized the ErasmusDays event. The event kicked off with a tree-planting ceremony and featured various activities, including the opening of the Erasmus+ Experience Exhibition, the introduction of international student exchange opportunities, experience sharing, and even an award-winning knowledge competition.
The event took place at the HKÜ Congress and Culture Center and saw the participation of key figures such as Prof. Dr. Türkay Dereli, the Rector of Near East University, Prof. Dr. Tamer Yılmaz, Rector of Yıldız Technical University (YTÜ), Prof. Dr. Gül Rengin Küçükerdoğan, Vice Rector of Near East University, İhsan Kuyumcu, Coordinator of the International Relations Office, Simge Yılmaz, Erasmus Institutional Coordinator, and enthusiastic students.
Prof. Dr. Tamer Yılmaz, Rector of YTÜ, addressed the students, saying, “You must experience this excitement; Europe has much to learn from you. We are delighted you are here, and we hope your light continues to shine, illuminating Europe.”
During the event, Prof. Dr. Türkay Dereli, Rector of Near East University, met with students and shared, “Erasmus+ programs provide students with the opportunity to explore different countries, learn about diverse cultures, and promote their own culture. These programs support and accelerate the learning process, enabling students to gain valuable international experiences and share them with others. At Near East University, we fully support the Erasmus+ program and are committed to providing resources to allow more students to benefit from it. When you participate in Erasmus+ programs and travel to different countries, you’ll represent yourselves, our nation, our flag, and our university admirably. Making the most of this experience and using this opportunity wisely is crucial. We wish you all an enjoyable and successful Erasmus experience.”
