AK Party Deputy Chairman of Organization and Zonguldak Member of Parliament Ahmet Çolakoğlu received the Rector of Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University Prof. Dr. İsmail Hakkı Özölçer, in his office.
During the visit held at Zonguldak Member of Parliament Ahmet Çolakoğlu’s office in Çaycuma, comprehensive evaluations were conducted on BEUN’s success among higher education institutions, collaborations with industry and public institutions, and quality-focused initiatives in higher education. It was emphasized that universities have a significant role in the social and financial development of the cities they are in as well as education and scientific production.
Expressing their pleasure for the kind hospitality, Rector Prof. Dr. İsmail Hakkı Özölçer informed Çolakoğlu on BEUN’s academic success and improvement in the fields of internationalization and research and development as well as its initiatives. Emphasizing that BEUN created significant projects in the social, cultural, scientific and sporting fields thanks to the collaborations with public institutions, private sector and local stakeholders, Özölçer stated that it is among University’s priorities to support students’ multifaceted development.
Noting BEUN’s projects adding value to the local development and strategic steps taken for the international academic collaborations, Özölçer stated that strong communication and collaboration among higher education institutions is significant for scientific improvement. Özölçer also extended his thanks to Çolakoğlu, who has always been interested in the initiatives and activities of the university and supported the development of the university.
Thanks, and Congratulations from Member of Parliament Çolakoğlu
Ak Party Zonguldak Member of Parliament expressed his appreciation for the kind visit and stated that they follow BEUN’s academic studies and success with pleasure. Stating that with its scientific production, research activities, and social-contribution focused projects, the university is a significant value for the Black Sea Region, particularly Zonguldak, Çolakoğlu emphasized that the university has a significant role in local development.
Highlighting that the strong ties between BEUN and the city and projects carried out add value to Zonguldak’s social, cultural, artistic and economic development, Çolakoğlu extended his thanks and congratulations to particularly the Rector Prof. Dr. İsmail Hakkı Özölçer, ana all academic and administrative staff, as well as the students. Highlighting that strong cooperation between the university and local management plays a significant role in the development of Zonguldak, Çolakoğlu wished continuous success to all Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University family through Rector Prof. Dr. Özölçer.
The Work Highlighting BEUN’s Achievements and Initiatives Were Presented
As part of the visit, the Rector of Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, Prof. Dr. İsmail Hakkı Özölçer, presented a copy of the book titled "Bir Asırlık Birikim, Yeni Bir Vizyon: Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit Üniversitesi" (A Century of Experience, A New Vision: Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University) to Zonguldak Member of Parliament Ahmet Çolakoğlu. The book highlights the university’s academic achievements between 2022 and 2025, including its national and international collaborations, accomplishments in scientific, cultural, artistic, and sporting fields, visionary projects contributing to social awareness, and significant progress made in institutional accreditation processes.
Following the expression of mutual best wishes, the visit concluded with a commemorative photo.
