As part of its 10th-anniversary celebrations, Istinye University visited Anıtkabir, the eternal resting place of the Great Leader Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. A 42-member delegation, including the University’s senior administration, academics, administrative staff, and students, gathered at Anıtkabir to pay tribute and express their deep respect and gratitude to the founder of the Republic of Turkey.
The visit was led by Istinye University Rector Prof. Dr. Erkan İbiş, along with Vice Rectors Prof. Dr. Peyami Çelikcan and Prof. Dr. Hatice Gülen. Rector Prof. Dr. İbiş laid a wreath at Atatürk’s mausoleum and signed the Anıtkabir Memorial Book.
“We Move Forward with a Commitment to the Core Principles of the Republic”
Prof. Dr. Erkan İbiş reaffirmed the University’s dedication to Atatürk’s principles and reforms, stating:
“As Istinye University, we move forward with an unwavering commitment to the fundamental values of our Republic, guided by reason, science, and modernity. Following in Atatürk’s footsteps, we not only honor our past but also embrace our responsibility for the future. With a devotion to science, we strive to cultivate a university culture that produces, questions, and transforms for the benefit of humanity.”
Advancing with a Secular and Democratic Scientific Approach
Istinye University embraces Atatürk’s philosophy that “Science is the truest guide in life” and continues on its path by prioritizing scientific research, contemporary education, and a human-centered approach. The visit to Anıtkabir was not only a tribute but also a testament to the university’s steadfast commitment to the values of the Republic and to a secular and democratic understanding of science.
With a multidisciplinary perspective and globally recognized academic and scientific contributions, Istinye University aims to uphold its responsibilities not only for today but also for the future. Determined to advance on the path of contemporary civilization set by Atatürk, the University continues to shape the future with the guiding lights of science, reason, and art.
