The speaking club, which brings Gaziantep University students together and turns foreign language practice into an enjoyable experience, has opened its doors.The “English Speaking Club” project, launched in cooperation with Bülbülzade Foundation, BEKAM and Anadolu Student Community, set out with the aim of supporting young people in overcoming language barriers. Meeting in the warm atmosphere of Pusula Book & Café, located on the Gaziantep University campus, young people have the opportunity to improve their language skills while socializing. This meaningful series of events, which started on October 6, 2026, opens brand-new windows into the lives of the participants.A GREAT LEARNING EXPERIENCETrying to speak a new language often becomes difficult due to the fear of making mistakes. However, this club has been carefully designed to completely eliminate this concern. Young people come together in a sincere environment where they can make mistakes without fear, have fun and feel more confident while communicating in everyday situations. The program, which places sincerity at the heart of speaking English, takes the academic stress off the students’ shoulders and turns the learning process into a great experience.LET YOUNG PEOPLE EXPRESS THEMSELVES FREELYThe meetings, held on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 17.00 and 18.00, offer a warm break after busy classes. We are very happy to stand by our young people, who are the assurance of our future, with all our means so that they can build stronger connections with the world and express themselves freely and confidently. Students who wish to join the event can fill out the application form below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2PF1FluDH7n9uYFWArv4g0Wn7_qf9rlgSWcBAVvU_RzYimg/viewform

Şafak Radio, one of Gaziantep’s long-established media organizations, announced its new broadcasting season with the participation of local press members.Şafak Radio, operating under the Bülbülzade Foundation, held its 2026-2027 broadcasting season launch meeting at Zade Life Hotel. Officials from the Bülbülzade Foundation and the Middle East Media Communication Center (OMİM), program producers, radio broadcasters and leading representatives of the Gaziantep local press attended the meeting. The radio’s new-period vision, which aims to build a bridge from the past to the future, and its current projects that will meet with listeners were presented to the participants in detail as part of the launch.INTEGRATED BROADCASTING AND UNINTERRUPTED INTERACTIONDuring the launch, information was shared about the OMİM Media Academy vision and the steps of digital transformation in radio broadcasting. It was stated that the new-period strategy is based on integrated broadcasting and uninterrupted interaction. It was emphasized that the traditional warmth of radio would be blended with the interactive speed of the digital world. It was stated that, beyond being merely a medium that addresses its listeners, the aim is to establish a dynamic broadcasting model that shapes the city’s cultural and social rhythm and maintains a presence on every platform.The prominent programs of the new season that raise social awareness are as follows: Starting the Day with Şafak, The Voice of Dots, Ayıntap Conversations, Sports Hour, 2 Arada, One Hadith One Life, The Voice of Bilimder, The Color of Life, Building the Generation, Young Perspective, Matters Run Deep, Little Stars, Garden of Hearts, Publication Notes and The Trust of the Earth.MULTIFACETED AREAS OF WORKIn the evaluations made by the foundation’s administrators at the meeting, attention was drawn to the institution’s broad vision. It was stated that Zade Life Hotel is part of the foundation complex, and it was emphasized that the foundation’s multifaceted areas of work, extending from children to young people and educators, provide strong content support to the radio. In addition, it was announced that a new radio station will soon be established within the Aleppo Anatolian Cultural Center, and it was noted that their broadcasting vision extends beyond borders.OUR AIM IS TO LEAVE A PLEASANT SOUND BEHINDThe prominent figures of the city who attended the program drew attention to the critical role of radio broadcasting in preserving cultural heritage. Program producer Hüseyin Rahmi Açıkkol summarized the mission of the radio with the words, "We need to produce programs that tell the memory of Gaziantep’s history and bring this to young people. Our aim is to be able to leave a pleasant sound behind in this dome that will remain forever." Researcher and writer İbrahim Alisinanoğlu described radio as a strong bond between the past and the future, emphasizing its place in social memory by saying, "Radio is a tool that transfers sound to memory, memory to conversation, and conversation to collective memory."Researcher and writer Asım Mıhçıoğlu, on the other hand, pointed to the importance of preserving local cultures and regional dialects, stating, "Our regional dialects, ways of speaking and cultures have begun to resemble one another. We should pay attention to our cultural differences and produce programs on this subject."The event ended with congratulatory messages from local press members and a commemorative photograph taken in memory of the day.

The welcome dinner organized by the Secondary Education Unit of the Anadolu Student Union brought young people and educators together at the same table. The program, held under the roof of the Bülbülzade Foundation, laid out an exciting roadmap for the new term.The most fundamental force shaping the future of societies rises on the shoulders of a well-equipped and conscious youth. The period of youth cannot be considered merely a period of time in which academic success is targeted. It is also the most valuable period in which spiritual, cultural, and social development is completed. The greatest responsibility placed on educators is to touch the hearts of children and prepare them for the future in the best possible way. Acting with this great sense of responsibility, the Secondary Education Unit of the Anadolu Student Union opened its doors wide to young people at middle and high school levels. The welcome dinner organized for 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th grade and YKS preparation students once again revealed the hope and excitement in the eyes of the young people.TEACHERS SOCIALIZED WITH STUDENTSThe event, held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, between 12:00 and 14:00, took place in the warm atmosphere of the Bülbülzade Foundation Winter Garden. The speakers who participated in the program shared valuable information about contemporary and compassionate approaches that should be followed in children's education. During the gathering, where the details of the workshops and educational programs to be held throughout the year were shared in detail, the educators responsible for the programs also took a close interest in the students and socialized with them. Following the meal eaten in a friendly atmosphere, the participants became informed about the activities to be offered throughout the term.AN INTERACTIVE QUIZ COMPETITION WAS HELDIn the later hours of the program, surprise activities prepared for the young people added great color to the atmosphere. Students and teachers played Kahoot together, both reinforcing what they had learned and having a great deal of fun. During this interactive quiz competition held in a digital environment, the hall was filled with laughter and friendly competition. At the end of the enjoyable event, small gifts were presented to the students as a keepsake of the day, further increasing the smiles on the young people's faces.A VERY RICH CONTENTA very rich content awaits young people in the new term. Within the scope of the program, activities such as book analyses, values education, and various cultural and museum trips that will broaden the horizons of young people are being planned. In addition, reading clubs, meetings with authors, and sporting activities will continue throughout the year without slowing down. Nature walks and nature camps, which will enable young people to spend time in close contact with nature, are also among the most noteworthy parts of the program. Study groups to be established to support academic success will enable students to move toward their goals with more confident steps.YOUNG PEOPLE HAVE GREAT INTEREST IN MEDIAFollowing the welcome dinner and informational meetings, there was another very special stop on the program. The students of the Secondary Education Unit visited the media floor after the event, taking their first step into the practical field of the world of communication. Here, the young people were given detailed information about the Middle East Media and Communication Center. While the young people had the opportunity to become closely acquainted with the communication world of the future, they also left the institution with great motivation for the new term.

The traditional welcome breakfast organized by the Anadolu Student Union and Anadolu Student Community at Gaziantep University brought young people together around friendship and solidarity.Undoubtedly, the most important building block that shapes the future of societies is young people. Their vision, energy, and the synergy they create when they come together stand before us as the greatest assurance of how bright tomorrow will be. University years are not merely about acquiring academic knowledge in classrooms; they are also a very critical stage of life in which character is shaped, lifelong friendships are formed, and social skills are developed. Acting with this awareness and aiming to contribute to the social development of young people, the Anadolu Student Union and Anadolu Student Community held a meaningful organization on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. This special event, organized with the slogan "One story, one table, a new beginning," was held at the Gaziantep University Youth Center.STRONG FRIENDSHIPS WILL BE BUILTThe young people who filled the event area came together around a warm breakfast table, both gaining morale for the new academic year and having the opportunity to meet people from different cultures. The officials who spoke at the organization emphasized that they wanted young people to leave university having built strong friendships behind them. The speakers stated that their greatest goal was for young people to share their different talents and skills with groups made up of their peers.MANY ACTIVITIES PLANNED THROUGHOUT THE TERMDuring the breakfast program, various valuable activities to be held throughout the term were also introduced. The officials stated that they would organize weekly reading groups, monthly workshops, and home visits. Students will find opportunities to conduct in-depth research on subjects such as generating ideas and building people. In addition, following trips to cities such as Cappadocia and Kayseri in previous years, it was announced that a trip to Mardin is planned for October 24 this year to explore the city's historical texture. It was also stated that international volunteering opportunities would be offered within the scope of the European Solidarity Corps and Erasmus+ projects in order to broaden young people's horizons. It was shared that foreign volunteers coming from countries such as Portugal and Italy would teach English to young people and establish conversation clubs.YOUNG PEOPLE GAIN COMPREHENSIVE SKILLSThe development of young people is not limited to their intellectual growth. In addition to sports activities such as volleyball, football, taekwondo, fitness, and swimming, practical skills are also supported through first-aid workshops. The iftar tables set up during the month of Ramadan and the Brotherhood Table events, where young people come together with orphaned children abroad, reinforce the awareness of solidarity and helping others. Located on campus, Pusula Book & Café serves as a warm home where young people can study whenever they wish and chat over tea. All these efforts enable young people who place justice and freedom at the center to stand shoulder to shoulder and add value to their surroundings.The light in the eyes of the young people heralds to everyone that a brand-new and hopeful period has begun.