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As the Department of Psychology at Izmir University of Economics, we are coming together around the theme of Değişen Dünyada Dönüşen Kaynaklar (Transforming Resources in a Changing World) for the 5th Adım Adım Psikoloji event on October 23, 2026. Together with distinguished speakers from various subfields of psychology, we will explore how individual and societal resources are shaped and transformed under changing global conditions.

Date: October 23, 2026

Venue: Izmir University of Economics Conference Hall

Time: 09:30 - 16:30

We would be delighted to have you join us at this event!

At the award ceremony held as part of the İzmir University of Economics 2026–2027 Academic Year Opening Ceremony, our department was honored with awards in four different categories for its achievements in research and contributions to the academic world. These achievements by our faculty members brought immense pride to our department and faculty.

Outstanding and High-Impact Research Award

Faculty members of our department, Prof. Dr. Seda Can and Prof. Dr. Seda Dural, were granted the Outstanding and High-Impact Research Award for their high-impact research and high-quality scientific contributions to the field.

Emerging Researcher Award

Our department faculty member, Dr. Ezgi Gür, received the Emerging Researcher Award for her strong research performance demonstrated in a short period and her original contributions to the field.

International Research Collaboration Award

Prof. Dr. Seda Dural and Prof. Dr. Seda Can received their second award at the ceremony, being honored with the International Research Collaboration Award for their projects with international researchers and the academic collaborations they established. We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Dr. Seda Can, who was unable to attend the ceremony, on these achievements. 

Outstanding Contribution and Loyalty Award

Our esteemed professor, the late Prof. Dr. Canan Başar Eroğlu, whom we recently lost, was honored with the Outstanding Contribution and Loyalty Award for her valuable contributions to science, our university, and our department. Her sister, Nurcan Kırgız, accepted the award on her behalf. We remember Prof. Dr. Canan Başar Eroğlu with respect, love, and fond remembrance; the scientific legacy she left behind and the values she imparted to her students will continue to illuminate our path.

We congratulate all our faculty members who add value to science and our academic community through their research, and we wish them continued success.

The "Well-Being Gathering," organized for guidance counselors in collaboration with the Narlıdere Sıdıka Akdemir Counseling and Research Center (RAM), was successfully held on June 16. Aimed at supporting counselors' well-being and strengthening professional solidarity, the event consisted of two main parts. Following the morning sessions, which were open to internal university attendance, the afternoon sessions were conducted with the participation of pre-registered counselors working under RAM. Providing attendees with an opportunity to enhance both their professional and personal awareness, the event concluded with messages of mutual empowerment.

We have successfully held our poster exhibition, where our Psychology Department students presented the research projects they prepared as part of their Independent Study course.

During the exhibition, our students had the opportunity to share their research on a wide range of topics and present their findings to the visitors.

We congratulate all our students and their academic advisors who contributed to this valuable event, and we extend our gratitude to everyone involved in the organization.

The results of the “2209-A Research Project Support Programme for Undergraduate Students” carried out by TÜBİTAK (BİDEB), were announced on May 13, 2026. 

Two projects from the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of English Translation and Interpreting at İzmir University of Economics have been awarded support under the TÜBİTAK 2209-A program.

We are proud of the valuable contributions made by our students and faculty members.

İzmir Ekonomi Üniversitesi is now a home to FAMILY-Lab, a research laboratory dedicated to studies in family and developmental psychology.

FAMILY-Lab aims to conduct research focusing on parenting, interparental relationships, and adolescent and young adult development, examining how family processes influence adolescents’ and young adults’ psychological, social, and academic adjustment. The laboratory provides a research environment that brings together the subfields of developmental and family psychology and emphasizes theory-driven and empirical research.

Within the scope of the laboratory, potential collaborations with faculty members, joint research projects, and student involvement are considered highly valuable. Actively involving undergraduate and graduate students in research processes and strengthening interdisciplinary interaction are among the core objectives of FAMILY-Lab.

Detailed information about FAMILY-Lab can be accessed via the links below:

https://familylab.ieu.edu.tr/en

Prof. Dr. Canan Başar, a faculty member of the Department of Psychology at Izmir University of Economics (IUE), has received the 2025 ‘Science Award’, given to only one recipient, presented by the METU Parlar Foundation. 

Would you like to learn more about our Master’s and PhD programs?

By attending our information session, you can:

• Speak directly with our faculty members,

• Get detailed information about the application process, scholarship opportunities, and course content.

Date: Wednesday, June 25 at 7:00 PM (via Zoom)

Don’t forget to fill out the registration form to join the session.
The Zoom link and participation details will be sent to your email and phone via SMS on the day of the event.

Registration Form: https://lisansustu.ieu.edu.tr/tr/lisansustu-programlari-bilgilendirme-toplantisi

We are pleased to announce the upcoming event in our “Seminar Series on Psychotherapy,” organized in collaboration with the Psychology Practice and Research Center (PUAM).

In this seminar, Clinical Psychologist Emre Konuk will address two critical topics in the field of psychotherapy:

Session 1: Psychopathology from a Trauma Perspective
Session 2: Legal Regulations in Clinical Practice

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Venue: PUAM – İzmir University of Economics, Balçova Campus

Participation is free of charge and open to all psychologists.
As space is limited, please be sure to complete the registration form in advance.

Registration Form: https://forms.gle/FhaAU8W98jrDja8d7