Turkey marks start of 2026-2027 academic year with new directives

academic year 2026-2027 YÖK directive Belt and Road Initiative Ice and Snow Economy Quran courses

The 2026-2027 academic year has commenced across various sectors in Turkey, marked by diverse institutional activities. The Council of Higher Education (YÖK) has issued a directive to all universities to incorporate the 'Terror-free Turkey' vision into their first lessons and opening ceremonies through academic panels and conferences to promote national unity.

In the realm of international academic cooperation, Atatürk University participated in the 'Ice and Snow Seminar' held in Harbin, China. This event, part of the Belt and Road Initiative, focused on the 'Ice and Snow Economy,' including winter tourism, technology, and sustainable infrastructure, facilitating new research and academic protocols.

Religious education also saw a new term with the opening of Quran courses in Erzurum, managed by the Presidency of Religious Affairs. These courses provide various educational levels, including specialized programs for 4-6 year olds and memorization training.

Additionally, primary and secondary education ceremonies were held in multiple regions, including Aliağa, Devrek, Alaşehir, and Vezirköprü, celebrating the start of the school year with traditional ceremonies and student performances.

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Ahmet Ulusoy · Alaşehir · Atatürk University · Celal Şükrü Sayınsoy İlkokulu · Devrek · Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı · Erol Özvar · Harbin · Ministry of National Education · Misak-ı Milli İlkokulu · Recep Tayyip Erdoğan · Safi Arpaguş

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[● 2 SOURCES] The seminar in Harbin focused on the 'Ice and Snow Economy,' covering winter tourism, technology, and infrastructure. www.medyagazete.com · www.aksiyon.com.tr
[○ 1 SOURCE] The 2026-2027 Quran course academic year was inaugurated with a ceremony in Erzurum. www.gazetepasinler.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Universities are requested to organize panels, academic studies, and conferences regarding national unity and social cohesion. www.haber3.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Atatürk University participated in the Ice and Snow Seminar in Harbin, China, to develop academic cooperation within the Belt and Road Initiative. www.medyagazete.com · www.aksiyon.com.tr
[○ 1 SOURCE] YÖK has instructed all universities to address the 'Terror-free Turkey' vision in their first lessons and opening ceremonies for the 2026-2027 academic year. www.haber3.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Quran courses offer various levels of education, including 4-6 age groups, memorization training, and distance learning. www.gazetepasinler.com