# Eastern Mediterranean University cooperation initiatives > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/eastern-mediterranean-university-cooperation-initiatives > Updated: 2026-08-25T06:48:52.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) has entered into several cooperation protocols to expand its academic and social reach. In August 2026, EMU signed a major agreement with Bursa Uludağ University (BUÜ) and the University-Industry Cooperation Development and Training Association (ÜSİGED). This partnership focuses on bridging academic knowledge with the real sector through collaborative work in agriculture, R&D, and entrepreneurship. The initiative includes plans for a Faculty of Nature and Life Sciences in Northern Cyprus and facilitates academic mobility via faculty exchanges and joint research projects. Shortly thereafter, EMU signed a separate protocol with the Cyprus Turkish Journalists Union (KTGB). This agreement provides educational support to journalists and their families, offering tuition discounts of up to 50%, which can increase to 75% for certain nationals enrolling via the YKS exam. The protocol also aims to facilitate internships for EMU students and prioritize graduates for employment within KTGB-related institutions. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-25: Eastern Mediterranean University and KTGB sign educational cooperation protocol The Cyprus Turkish Journalists Union and EMU have partnered to offer scholarships to journalists, while SOS Children's Villages launched a donation drive for students in need. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eastern-mediterranean-university-signs-scholarship-deal-with-journalists-union ### 2026-08-20: Bursa Uludağ University signs academic cooperation protocol with EMU Bursa Uludağ University, Eastern Mediterranean University, and ÜSİGED signed a protocol to advance academic and industrial cooperation in R&D, agriculture, and higher education. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bursa-uluda-university-signs-academic-cooperation-protocol-with-emu --- Cite as: Eastern Mediterranean University cooperation initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/eastern-mediterranean-university-cooperation-initiatives