Faculty and Students United at the Ceremony
The ceremony was attended by Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Nuri Kuruoğlu, Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences Prof. Dr. Rıfat Mutuş, Vice Dean Assoc. Prof. Dr. Neşe Kıskaç, and Head of the Department Asst. Prof. Dr. Gülşah Konakoğlu, along with the department’s esteemed academic staff. During the event, second-, third-, and fourth-year students from both the Turkish and English-medium Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation programs proudly wore their white coats, signifying their first step into professional responsibility.
“The White Coat Symbolizes Responsibility, Trust, and Ethical Commitment”
In their speeches, Asst. Prof. Dr. Gülşah Konakoğlu and Prof. Dr. Rıfat Mutuş emphasized the scientific and social importance of the physiotherapy profession and the ethical values represented by the white coat. Key themes included adherence to ethical principles, commitment to human health, and a strong sense of professional duty.
A Meaningful Tradition: Coats Presented by Faculty Members
Following the speeches, faculty members took the stage to present the white coats. Students were invited to the stage by class level and received their coats directly from their professors, marking a highly emotional and proud moment. The ceremony concluded with group photos and video recordings that captured the spirit of the occasion.
A Joyful Closing with Music and Celebration
After the formal part of the event, a music-filled celebration brought students and faculty together in joyful moments. This special day marked a major milestone for the students of the Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation as they embraced the values of academic excellence and professional ethics on their journey toward becoming healthcare professionals.
