# Balıkesir University recruitment and outreach > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/balkesir-university-recruitment-and-outreach > Updated: 2026-08-03T10:03:06.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2. In late July 2026, Turkish educators highlighted Balıkesir as an attractive destination for university applicants, emphasizing the city’s quality of life, modern campuses and cultural assets. Prospective student Mustafa Canbey promoted Balıkesir University and Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University, while Dr. Talip Emiroğlu urged young people to pursue career‑driven projects rather than merely securing employment. A few days later, in early August 2026, Balıkesir University announced a hiring drive for 309 contract staff to fill health‑related positions, including nurses, technicians, psychologists and other support roles. Applications were opened through the President’s Career Portal, with the recruitment aimed at alleviating staffing shortages at the university hospital and boosting regional employment. Local AK Party leader Mehmet Aydemir and the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) highlighted the initiative as a significant development for the city and noted the introduction of a staff‑exchange system to improve university administration. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-03: Balıkesir University hires 309 staff for health services Balıkesir University will hire 309 contract staff, mainly health workers, with applications opening 3 Aug 2026. AK Party Balıkesir chief Mehmet Aydemir called it a key city development. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/balkesir-university-hires-309-staff-for-health-services ### 2026-07-29: Turkish educators urge university hopefuls to consider Balıkesir and focus on career dreams Turkish educators promote Balıkesir’s universities and urge students to prioritize their dream projects over simply picking a profession. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-educators-urge-university-hopefuls-to-consider-balkesir-and-focus-on-career-dreams --- Cite as: Balıkesir University recruitment and outreach. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/balkesir-university-recruitment-and-outreach