YTB International Student Academy Closing Ceremony Held in Isparta

Today, June 29, 2026, the city of Isparta witnessed one of the most important cultural and educational events for foreign students studying in Turkey. The closing ceremony of the "YTB International Student Academy" was hosted by Suleyman Demirel University (SDÜ) in cooperation with Isparta University of Applied Sciences (ISUBÜ) to celebrate the end of an intensive and successful training period [1].

Details of the Ceremony and Hosting by Isparta Universities The ceremony took place in Hall B of the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences at Suleyman Demirel University. Prominent figures attended the event, including Professor Dr. Mehmet Saltan, Rector of Suleyman Demirel University, Professor Dr. Yılmaz Çatal, Rector of ISUBÜ, and Recep Batu, the Provincial Director of Migration Management in Isparta. The presence of these officials demonstrates the high importance of YTB educational programs at both academic and governmental levels [1].

Dr. Mehmet Yurtseven, the coordinator of the International Student Academy project in Isparta, mentioned in his opening speech that this academy has been successfully implemented for the third consecutive year. He emphasized that the goal of this program is not only to transfer theoretical knowledge but also to create a platform for cultural and social interaction among students of different nationalities [1].

Academy Goals and YTB's Role in Supporting Students The YTB organization (Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities) does not limit itself to providing scholarships. The International Student Academy, as part of the organization's comprehensive strategy, seeks to strengthen the professional, academic, and social skills of students to prepare them for life after graduation [1][2].

During this course, students participated in various workshops including specialized training, cultural seminars, and extracurricular activities. These activities help students become better acquainted with Turkish culture and establish deeper bonds with the host society. According to the officials present, these programs play a key role in the process of adapting foreign students to their new environment [1].

Honoring Students and Future Outlook In the final part of the ceremony, students who successfully completed the course received their certificates. Professors such as Fatma Çalışkan and Ali Erten Tendiris expressed their satisfaction with the students' significant progress in learning the Turkish language and forming lasting friendships [1].

This academy is part of a larger network that covers thousands of students from over 100 countries annually. Graduates of these courses are recognized as "cultural ambassadors" of Turkey in their own countries and play an important role in strengthening international relations and public diplomacy [2]. With the conclusion of this term in Isparta, students are now ready, equipped with experience and knowledge, to pursue higher academic degrees and join Turkey's global alumni network.