Prof. İbrahim Özdemir, faculty member of the Department of Philosophy at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Üsküdar University, has written a compelling piece about the Feeling Human statue which is an emblem of Üsküdar University.
Here is Özdemir’s article:
From the Feeling Human to the Feeling University!
The Feeling Human statue stands in front of Üsküdar University. It carries profound messages in both the realms of art and philosophy.
This statue emphasizes that human sensory and inner experiences hold deeper meaning than thought and logic. It particularly invites reflection on emotional intelligence and the capacity for empathy.
In the context of the university’s international student vision, the statue symbolizes that the institution offers not only academic knowledge but also an education rooted in emotion and humanity.
The Feeling Human figure serves as a reminder that fostering intercultural understanding and empathy is a fundamental element of being effective in a globalized world.
Üsküdar University’s multicultural environment offers international students an ideal foundation to understand one another and to develop their emotional intelligence, regardless of their diverse backgrounds.
This statue is a symbol of the university’s educational philosophy, which prioritizes not only academic excellence but also a deeper understanding of what it means to be human and upholds universal values.
International students are not only equipped with technical knowledge, but also given the opportunity to explore the world through a more empathetic and human-centered perspective.
Üsküdar News Agency (ÜNA)