The orientation program for 1st-year Child Development students started at 11:00. Students were informed about the opportunities offered by the university, the academic staff, Double Major Programs, and Erasmus opportunities. Additionally, they were briefed on TÜBİTAK projects, master's programs, and entrepreneurship support provided by the university.
For 2nd, 3rd, and 4th-year Child Development students, important reminders about the department were made to ensure their readiness for the new academic year. Students were encouraged to take advantage of double majör programs and were informed about which faculty members could guide them in developing TÜBİTAK projects. Steps for advancing in the academic field through the Child Development Master's Program were also outlined. Detailed information about the thesis and non-thesis master's programs in Child Development at Istanbul Gelişim University's Graduate Institute was shared with the students.
Asst. Prof. Nurten ELKİN's presentation was supported by Vice Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences Asst. Prof. Abdullah Yüksel BARUT, who emphasized the importance of making the most of the educational opportunities at hand and discussed the doors opened by the university for the students. Prof. Nefise Semra ERKAN spoke about the facilities and future of the Child Development Department, helping students prepare for the new academic year. Lecturer Berk Efe ALTINAL introduced the TÜBİTAK projects he leads and explained the steps for developing projects to all students.
The orientation provided guidance to help students adapt to university life and make the best use of the available opportunities.