In recent months, the UN SDSN (United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network) meeting was hosted by Boğaziçi University, focusing on ongoing initiatives and best practices in the field of sustainable development. At the meeting, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Öznur Gülen Ertosun, Deputy Director of the Istanbul Medipol University Sustainable Development Application and Research Center (SURKAM), […]
Throughout July, we are supporting the Plastic Free July movement to raise awareness about plastic pollution and promote sustainable consumption habits. Single-use plastics are among the leading causes of environmental degradation, posing a major threat to ecosystem health and biodiversity. We believe that individual choices can serve as the driving force behind a collective […]
Representing Istanbul Medipol University at the Global Sustainable Development Congress The Global Sustainable Development Congress, organized annually by Times Higher Education (THE)—a UK-based institution conducting global research and publishing reports on higher education—brought together leading universities from around the world. Representing Istanbul Medipol University, the event was attended by Prof. Dr. Rana Atabay Kuşçu, […]
Earlier Every Year… The Earth Overshoot Day, which marks the date when humanity’s demand for ecological resources exceeds what the planet can regenerate in a year, once again presents a sobering picture. In 2024, humanity consumed resources equivalent to 1.7 Earths, while in 2025, this number has risen to 1.8 Earths -meaning we are […]
Our training series aiming to raise awareness about sustainability continues at the South Campus! May 28 – Room D101 Asst. Prof. Dr. Gülsena Samsunlu “Sustainability as a Competitive Advantage”May 29 – Room A505 Asst. Prof. Dr. Duygu Güner Gültekin “Sustainable Business Management: Dreams and Realities” Time: 12:45 – 13:30 Location: Istanbul Medipol University, Kavacık […]
How to design events aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals? What are the key points of effective project management? For the answers to all these questions, we invite you to meet with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Öznur Gülen Ertosun, Vice Director of the Sustainable Development Application and Research Center! Event: Efficient Project Management and Event […]
For a Sustainable Future, SURKAM is at the 4th Career Fair! Operating within Istanbul Medipol University, the Sustainable Development Application and Research Center (SURKAM) takes its place at the fair with its work in the fields of environmental, economic, and social sustainability. In line with the Sustainable Development Goals, SURKAM develops research, implementation, and […]
Supported by The Coca-Cola Foundation and implemented in collaboration with the Global Environment & Technology Foundation (GETF), the launch of the PACT (Partnership for a Circular Tomorrow) program was attended by Prof. Dr. Rana Atabay Kuşçu, Director of the Istanbul Medipol University Sustainable Development Application and Research Center (SURKAM). The PACT Program aims to […]
Organized in collaboration with DİSÜDER, the “Cross-Sector Twin Transformation Workshop” was successfully held at the MEXT Technology Center, shedding light on the future of our industry. The “Sustainability Session” within the workshop was moderated by Prof. Dr. Rana Atabay Kuşçu, Director of the Istanbul Medipol University Sustainable Development Application and Research Center (SURKAM). Sustainability […]
Within the scope of Disability Week, you are invited to the seminar and exhibition event jointly organized by the Istanbul Medipol University Mediterranean Studies Center (MEDAR), Sustainable Development Application and Research Center (SURKAM), and Medipol Office for Students with Disabilities. During the event, discussions will focus on:🔹 Challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in […]
