A cooperation protocol signed between Üsküdar University and Tabriz University

The Rector of Iran's Tabriz University, Mohammadtaghi Aalami, and his accompanying delegation visited Üsküdar University. Within the scope of the visit, a cooperation protocol was signed to develop academic, scientific, and cultural collaboration between the two universities. During the meeting, historical and cultural ties and opportunities for joint work between the universities were discussed, and the importance of strengthening cooperation was emphasized. 

The program held at Üsküdar University Main Campus Senate Hall was attended by the President of Üsküdar University Prof. Nevzat Tarhan, Vice Rectors Prof. Hikmet Koçak and Prof. Türker Tekin Ergüzel, Head of International Relations Dr. Peyman Jaferi, and academic and administrative staff. 

Prof. Nevzat Tarhan: “We draw from the same cultural heritage”

The President of Üsküdar University and Chairman of the Foundation Prof. Nevzat Tarhan spoke at the opening of the program. Stating their belief that the cooperation between the two universities will yield significant results, Tarhan said; “We foresee that this cooperation will bring about excellent outcomes. This is because our infrastructures are very similar. We have many commonalities in engineering, health, and various other fields. I attribute this to the cultural heritage of Persian civilization. Our history, religion, and culture are intertwined. Many words in Turkish are also of Persian origin. We draw from the same cultural heritage. Our ancestors have a saying, ‘If the language and religion are one, that nation is one.’ In terms of language and religious unity, we are two nations that experience this closeness the most. Therefore, the results emerging in our civilization's geography should not be limited to academic studies alone; cultural cooperation should also be of great importance. As cultural cooperation increases, our strengths will also unite.”

Mohammadtaghi Aalami: “We do not see ourselves as guests from distant lands”

Mohammadtaghi Aalami, Rector of Tabriz University, expressed his satisfaction at being present at Üsküdar University, emphasizing the historical, cultural, and linguistic ties between the two countries. Aalami stated; “On behalf of Tabriz University, we are greatly pleased to be with you today. Iran, Azerbaijan, and Türkiye are connected by centuries-old common historical, cultural, and linguistic ties. In this sense, we do not see ourselves as guests from distant lands, but rather as your neighbors, brothers, and friends. I would like to happily state that Türkiye is our most important international research partner in our history in terms of our joint scientific publications. This indicates that a solid foundation has been laid for our cooperation. Now, our main goal is to transform existing individual academic relationships into close and long-term institutional partnerships. We desire to develop collaborations that will yield concrete results.”

The academic structure of the two universities was introduced 

Within the scope of the program, the institutional presentation of Üsküdar University was made by Mehmet Kaymaz, Assistant Erasmus Institutional Coordinator of the International Relations Department. 

Subsequently, a presentation introducing Tabriz University was given, and information about the academic structures and fields of study of the two universities was shared.

Cooperation protocol signed

Following the presentations, a cooperation protocol was signed between Üsküdar University and Tabriz University. 

The program concluded after the exchange of gifts and plaques and a group photo session.