On 17 October 2025, within the scope of the Erasmus Days 2025 celebrations, Prof. Dr. Gregory Makrides, President of the European Association of Erasmus Coordinators (EAEC), was welcomed at Istanbul Gedik University to deliver an inspiring talk.

During his presentation, Prof. Dr. Makrides elaborated on the innovative aspects of the Erasmus+ Programme, with a particular focus on the opportunities offered through KA2 (Partnerships for Cooperation) projects. Our academic staff gained in-depth knowledge about project design, management, and sustainability while benefiting from the professor’s extensive international experience and best practices.

Organized by the International Relations and Erasmus Coordinatorship, this meaningful event not only enhanced the awareness of our academic community regarding Erasmus+ KA2 projects but also contributed significantly to the university’s internationalization efforts.

At the end of the program, Prof. Dr. Gregory Makrides was presented with a plaque of appreciation by our Acting Rector, Prof. Dr. Feriha Erfan Kuyumcu, in recognition of his valuable contributions.