The COP31 Event Truck and Climate Talks Are on Our Campus!
An environmental awareness event organized within the scope of COP31 activities by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change was held at the Main Campus, drawing strong interest from both students and faculty members throughout the day.
The program began with interactive awareness booths and the Ministry’s specialized mobile event vehicle stationed on campus. Students had the opportunity to engage directly with exhibits focused on sustainability, environmental literacy, and global climate policies.
Inspiring Seminar by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sezai Tunca
Following the outdoor activities, the program transitioned to the Purple Hall for the seminar presentations. In the first session, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sezai Tunca, an esteemed faculty member from our faculty, took the stage with his presentation titled "From Climate Crisis to Trust Crisis: What Will We Believe in the Age of AI?". Dr. Tunca addressed the societal impacts of rapidly evolving AI technologies, the growing challenge of information integrity, and the critical importance of reliable data in addressing the climate crisis. The highly engaging talk sparked active discussion during the Q&A session.
The seminar continued with a presentation by Ministry Specialist İnci Filizgök Menekşe, titled "COP31 Volunteering Program: From Campus to Climate Action", which highlighted the pivotal role youth play in climate diplomacy and local grassroots initiatives.
The event, which placed youth-led action and environmental stewardship at its center, concluded with commemorative photos and acknowledgments.
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