Erol Özvar

Gaziantep Forum III in Turkey

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Gaziantep Forum III concludes in Turkey

The third Gaziantep Forum, hosted by Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University (GİBTÜ), was held from October 21 to 23 at the Şahinbey Congress and Art Center. Under the theme ‘From Islamic Commonalities to a Uni

Turkey education reforms: placements, exams, and OYSS

49 clusters · 171 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey's Ministry of National Education details new exam system

The Ministry of National Education (MEB) is advancing its 2026–27 reform agenda through enhanced digital oversight, personnel management, and updated school regulations. A new School Management Regulation (No. 33323) has

Turkey 2026 exam and university placement cycle

101 clusters · 267 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Turkish families participate in KPSS secondary education exam together

The 2026 Turkish academic and examination cycle continues to evolve with updates to the Public Personnel Selection Exam (KPSS) series. Legal challenges regarding the Harran University Osmanbey Campus irregularities in Şa

Turkey-Syria academic and cultural cooperation

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: International academic meeting held in Damascus on Turkey-Syria relations

Turkey and Syria have initiated formal efforts to strengthen academic and scientific ties. A memorandum of understanding was signed between the Turkish Council of Higher Education (YÖK) and the Syrian Ministry of Higher

Turkey enacts 2026-2030 AI Action Plan and growth zones

29 clusters · 99 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkey launches AI-supported Cyber Vatan Program for 2027

Turkey has officially enacted its 2026-2030 Artificial Intelligence Action Plan via Presidential Circular. The strategy is built on four pillars—‘Recognize, Utilize, Produce, and Manage’—and aims to generate over 1 trill

Turkey and Cyprus 2026-27 school year commencement

34 clusters · 252 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkey Ministry of National Education announces 2026-2027 academic calendar

The 2026–2027 academic year in Turkey and Cyprus is characterized by significant administrative preparations, new curriculum implementations, and ongoing debates regarding educator welfare. While higher education institu

Turkey advances COP31 preparations amid policy and finance]s

60 clusters · 189 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: UN warns of emissions gap ahead of COP31 summit in Türkiye

As Turkey prepares to host the COP31 summit in Antalya (November 9–20, 2026), preparations have transitioned from academic engagement to formal diplomatic, technological, and financial frameworks. President Recep Tayyip

Turkey-Georgia education cooperation

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Turkey and Georgia sign higher education cooperation agreement

Turkey and Georgia have expanded their bilateral ties through new agreements focused on the educational sector. On October 2, 2026, Turkish National Education Minister Yusuf Tekin and Georgian Minister of Education, Scie

Turkey YKS placement, exam results, and student support

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Latest: Turkey Ministry of Youth and Sports KYK scholarship results pending

The 2026 YKS additional placement process, which allowed students not placed in the initial round to apply for approximately 110,000 vacant spots, took place between September 17 and September 21. Significant vacancies w

Turkish academic solidarity for Gaza and Palestine

8 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Gazi University hosts panel on Palestinian resistance

Turkish academic institutions have organized forums to address the humanitarian crisis and the future of higher education in Gaza and Palestine. In early September 2026, Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University

Turkish defense and aviation sector workforce development

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Turkish government agencies announce major personnel recruitment

Turkey’s defense and aviation sectors are experiencing significant growth, driven by national projects such as Kaan, Hürjet, Anka, and Aksungur. This expansion has created a high demand for skilled technical personnel an

Turkish higher education focus on Islamic studies

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Erol Özvar attends Imam Bukhari symposium in Denizli

Erol Özvar, President of the Council of Higher Education (YÖK), has participated in academic events focused on Islamic intellectual heritage and sciences. In Konya, Özvar addressed the ‘Classical Thought School Academic

Turkish higher education development and international reach

2 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Turkey holds 2026-2027 academic year opening ceremony

Turkey is reporting advancements in its higher education sector, focusing on both international academic standing and specialized scholarship programs. In late September 2026, National Education Minister Yusuf Tekin met

Ondokuz Mayıs University development

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Ondokuz Mayıs University targeted for Research University status

Ondokuz Mayıs University (OMÜ) has demonstrated growth in both athletic performance and academic standing. In the 2025-2026 Turkish University Sports Federation competitions, the institution rose to 13th place out of 167

Healthcare infrastructure developments in Afyonkarahisar

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Turkey expands healthcare infrastructure with new facilities

Healthcare infrastructure and services in Afyonkarahisar, Turkey, have seen recent developments. In mid-September 2026, the IVF Center at Afyonkarahisar State Hospital reported its first pregnancy successes following 81

Turkish government university security and unity initiatives

4 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Turkey launches academic year with ‘Terörsüz Türkiye’ theme

Turkish government officials have initiated efforts to integrate security and academic oversight within the higher education system. Following discussions between Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi and Higher Education Cou