Esatern Mediterranean University (EMU), Social and Cultural Activities Directorate organized “2024-2025 Academic Year Student Clubs Gathering” event at the EMU Rector’s Office Building Poolside. The event was organized to celebrate the 2024-2025 Academic Year, honour the chairs and executive board members, advisors and instructors of the clubs.
The event commenced with a short promotional video consisting of work and achievements of EMU student clubs throughout the year, and continued with the opening speeches.
“We Have 53 Active Clubs”
In her speech, EMU Vice Rector for Student Affairs Prof. Dr. Sonuç Zorlu remarked; “Social life holds as much significance as academic life within universities. Student clubs reflect the vibrant and positive spirit of campus life. At our university, there are 53 active clubs operating under the Directorate of Social and Cultural Activities. Each of these clubs works diligently and with great commitment. I extend my sincere thanks to all club members for their valuable contributions and wish them ongoing success. We look forward to continuing our efforts next year with the same passion and determination”.
“EMU is More Than a University — It is a Way of Life”
EMU Rector Prof. Dr. Hasan Kılıç also made an address during the event, saying; “Tonight marks a truly special and meaningful occasion at EMU. As we bring the academic year to an end, this gathering has provided a valuable opportunity to reflect on our achievements and share the pride we feel in all that has been accomplished. Throughout the year, you have worked with remarkable dedication and energy. You have demonstrated that EMU is not only an institution of academic excellence but also one that serves the community in many ways—through initiatives that support students’ social growth and prepare them for the future. With a shared vision, you have shown creativity, produced meaningful outcomes, and created lasting impact. EMU is more than a university, it is a way of life. Each social and cultural activity adds unique value to our university experience. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all clubs and everyone who contributed. Your efforts and the remarkable activities you’ve carried out have made a powerful impression”.
Plaques and Certificates of Achievement Presented
As part of the event, student assistants who work at the EMU Social and Cultural Activities Directorate were presented with plaque in recognition of their devoted work. Furthermore, certificates of appreciation were presented to advisors and instructors. On the other hand, club chairs and executive board members received certificates of achievement.
The certificates and plaques were presented by EMU Rector Prof. Dr. Hasan Kılıç, EMU Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Sonuç Zorlu, EMU Social and Cultural Activities Director Cemal Kılıç, EMU Social and Cultural Actitivities Directorate Unit Supervisor Çiğdem Duvarcı and EMU Social and Cultural Activities Directorate staff member Mustafa Çakıcı.
Raffle Event Held
At the end of the evening, gifts donated by sponsor companies for student clubs were distributed through a raffle. The draw was conducted by Alper Önder, a member of the Software and Artificial Intelligence Development Club. After the raffle, the prizes were handed over to the lucky students.