Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), Faculty of Law graduates are making a distinguished mark of themselves by being appointed to significant titles within the bar associations in various counties around Türkiye. EMU Faculty of Law 2006 graduate Attorney Ufuk Kök was recently appointed as the President of Denizli Bar Association, officially taking the office from the former President during a Bar Presidency and Executive Board Handover Ceremony.
In his remarks, Attorney Kök expressed his contentment on being elected as the new president of Denizli Bar Association within the scope of the 49th General Assembly. Kök noted that he has consistently followed EMU’s achievements on international platforms and expressed his pride in being an EMU graduate. Moreover, Attorney Engin Yıldız, a 2009 graduate of the EMU Faculty of Law, serves as the Vice President of the Denizli Bar Association. Attorney Yıldız also shared his pride in his EMU background, emphasizing how the education and expertise he acquired here have significantly contributed to his career progress.
A Wind of EMU in Edirne and Malatya
Graduates of EMU are also assuming leadership positions in other major bar associations across Türkiye. One notable example is Attorney Gökhan Karakoç, who serves as the President of the Edirne Bar Association. A 2002 graduate of the EMU Faculty of Law, Karakoç shared that his education at EMU gave him a strong legal foundation and that he has always felt proud of his university. Karakoç highlighted that EMU not only contributed to his academic growth but also provided numerous opportunities for personal development. Attorney Karakoç credited his successful career progression to the education he received at EMU and expressed his ongoing pride in being an EMU graduate.
On the other hand, Attorney Onur Demez, a 2008 graduate of the EMU Faculty of Law, is currently the President of the Malatya Bar Association, and holds the distinction of being the youngest person to ever serve in this role. Noting that the expansive vision and excellent education at EMU significantly contributed to his professional achievements, Attorney Demez emphasized that, beyond its academic strengths, EMU also supports the social development of its students, ensuring they graduate with high confidence as lawyers. Demez acknowledged that the education and opportunities he received at EMU played a crucial role in his success and career path, and concluded by saying, “Being an EMU graduate is a privilege”.
Proud Achievements from EMU Alumni
Making remarks on the topic, EMU Rector Prof. Dr. Hasan Kılıç underscored that, along with its academic success in international platforms, EMU also attracts attention with the important successes of its graduates. Stating that EMU takes pride in its students chairing significant bar associations of Türkiye, Prof. Dr. Kılıç highlighted that the success of the graduates reflects the high quality of education at EMU and their dedication to upholding the rule of law. Prof. Dr. Kılıç concluded, “We are confident that our graduates will keep representing EMU with pride. I wish them great success in their endeavours”.