During his visit to the United States (USA) to establish academic collaborations, conduct research-based meetings, and establish a series of contacts, Atatürk University Rector Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hacımüftüoğlu made his initial stop at the Embassy of the United States of America.

 In a significant meeting, Rector Hacımüftüoğlu met with Sedat Önal, the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to the United States of America. At the visit, the internationalisation strategies, proposed new initiatives, and collaborations of Atatürk University were in-depthly discussed.

 Academic Collaborations and Global Scientific Production were deliberated upon.

 A comprehensive exchange of ideas was conducted during the meeting regarding the academic connections that are intended to be established with distinguished institutions in the United States and the research-based collaborations that are to be conducted with various sector representatives. It was underscored that these endeavours will contribute to a more sustainable and robust interaction network that Atatürk University will establish with world universities, particularly initiatives that will encourage scientific production on a global scale.

 Rector Hacımüftüoğlu, "The Meetings to be Held as Part of the Visit Will Strengthen Atatürk University's Global Position."

 Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hacımüftüoğlu, the Rector of Atatürk University, expressed his gratitude to Ambassador Sedat Önal for his gracious hospitality and assistance. He also emphasised that the meeting was a significant milestone in the development of Turkey's international presence in the field of higher education.

 Hacımüftüoğlu emphasised that these diplomatic contacts not only enhance the scientific collaborations of universities but also facilitate cultural interaction, knowledge transfer, and mutual benefit through joint projects. He also stated that Atatürk University is striving to become a more visible and effective global actor in this regard. Hacımüftüoğlu stated that he is confident that these ongoing initiatives will produce tangible results in a variety of areas, including student and academician exchange programs and collaborative research projects. He also noted that the US contacts were a highly strategic and productive beginning in this regard.

 06.05.2025 - Corporate Communications Directorate