2025/2026 MEDIT Opening Program

The Alliance of Civilizations Institute (MEDIT) welcomed a diverse new cohort bringing together students from countries such as Uzbekistan, India, Belgium, Iran, Pakistan, Egypt, Georgia, and Japan at its annual Orientation Program.

The program began with a warm address by Assoc. Prof. Vahdettin Işık, Director of the Institute, is outlining MEDIT’s academic vision and expectations. This was followed by the Opening Lecture delivered by Dr. Heba Raouf Ezzat, setting a thoughtful tone for the intellectual journey ahead.

Later, Assoc. Prof. Önder Küçükural shared insights from a recent student-experience survey focusing on the essence of MEDIT and the students’ perception of it. Dr. Ercüment Asil briefed newcomers on graduation requirements, course registration, and academic regulations before students met individually with their course advisors.

The program concluded with a guided visit to the Süleymaniye Complex, led by Dr. Vehbi Baysan provided students with both an academic orientation and a cultural introduction to Istanbul’s historic heart.

With this orientation, MEDIT not only welcomed its new students but also reaffirmed its commitment to fostering intellectual growth and intercultural dialogue at the heart of Istanbul’s academic and cultural life.