An informative session titled “Would You Like to Become an Academic?” was organized by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Karabük University to enhance undergraduate students’ awareness of academic career pathways and to encourage them to pursue graduate studies.
The event took place on October 7, 2025, at the Şehit Fırat Yılmaz ÇAKIROĞLU Conference Hall, with Prof. Dr. Ali Çağatay KILINÇ, Chair of the Department of Educational Sciences, as the keynote speaker. The session was attended by the Dean of the Faculty, Prof. Dr. Muhittin KAPANŞAHİN, along with faculty members and a large number of undergraduate students.
In his comprehensive presentation, Prof. Dr. KILINÇ addressed the fundamental principles of academic life, the structure of graduate education, and the importance of research culture, ethics, and sustainable scholarly productivity. Emphasizing that an academic career is not merely a profession but a lifelong journey of inquiry, learning, and contribution to society, he provided students with valuable insights to guide them through this process.
The session also covered topics such as graduate program applications, thesis preparation, academic publishing, research projects, and scientific ethics. Prof. Dr. KILINÇ underlined that pursuing an academic career requires intellectual curiosity, self-discipline, and perseverance, encouraging students to approach this path with commitment and purpose.
At the conclusion of the event, Dean Prof. Dr. Muhittin KAPANŞAHİN highlighted the Faculty’s dedication to supporting students’ academic and professional development through such activities. He noted that an academic career demands patience, determination, and continuous self-improvement, and that informational meetings like this play an essential role in helping students define their future goals.
The event drew considerable interest from students and faculty members alike. The Faculty administration stated that similar programs focusing on various academic themes would continue in the upcoming period.
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences extended its gratitude to Prof. Dr. Ali Çağatay KILINÇ for his valuable contribution and to all participants for their active involvement.