TÜRGEV We organized the 5th National Student Congress on the theme "Young Mind, Common Future" on February 13-14, 2026, in Istanbul. At the congress held at the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Foundation University Ayasofya Campus, we hosted 100 students from various universities in Turkey; we presented 29 papers that went through a two-stage academic evaluation process to the public.

Through the 5th National Student Congress, we integrated an understanding of youth that is nourished by its roots, committed to its values, aware of the times, and has a high sense of responsibility with academic production.

Intense Protocol Participation at the Congress

TÜRGEV Many invitees attended the 5th National Student Congress, including our Board Chair Hatice Akıncı Yılmaz, our General Manager Dr. Selim Gençal, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Fatih Sultan Mehmet University and a member of the Foundation Council, Mevlüt Uysal, and Istanbul Deputy Governor Serap Özmen Çetin.
Protocol members closely followed the presentations and held productive consultations with our students. This direct contact further strengthened the self-confidence and determination of our young researchers to produce while broadening their academic horizons.

"A Strong Future is Possible with Responsible Youth"

In her opening speech at the congress, TÜRGEV Board Chair Hatice Akıncı Yılmaz emphasized the importance of young people gaining interdisciplinary thinking skills, stating, "A strong future is possible with thinking and responsible youth."

Our chair emphasized that the presented papers are the product of long-term academic effort and highlighted the contribution of TÜRGEV Platform Studies to the intellectual development of young people. She also stated, "For us, TÜRGEV the 5th National Student Congress represents a youth vision that strengthens academic knowledge production with a sense of social responsibility."

TÜRGEV Platform Studies with Academic Production in 10 Disciplines

TÜRGEV Platform Studies is conducted as a comprehensive educational process that strengthens our youth's academic skills and systematically supports thought production. In the 2025 period:

• 100 students participated in the program
• Education was provided in 10 different discipline areas
• 150 classes were held
• 35 academic papers were prepared
• 29 papers were presented at the TÜRGEV 5th National Student Congress

The disciplinary structure ranging from language and literature to social sciences, psychology, and health sciences steadily developed our students' critical thinking, analysis, and academic writing skills.
The congress made visible the production will of a youth that adopts a value-based academic approach and consciously addresses the issues of the age.

Highlighted Academic Works at the TÜRGEV 5th National Student Congress

The papers presented at the congress addressed current social and psychological issues using scientific methods.
Comparison of Therapy Methods in Trauma Treatment
The research presented by Esranur Kutlar analyzed the effectiveness of different therapy approaches in trauma treatment in a comparative manner. Various methods, especially psychodrama, were evaluated in light of academic data.

Narcissistic Personality and Emotional Regulation

Senanur Uygur's study examined the impact of narcissistic personality traits on emotional regulation processes, revealing significant findings in the context of youth psychology.
The Relationship Between Social Media and Loneliness
In the presentation by Senanur Uz, the effect of social media use on individuals' levels of loneliness was discussed. The relationship between connection and loneliness experience in a digitalizing world was debated on an academic basis.

Social Identity and Individuals with Headscarves

Eyll Can's research deeply and multidimensionally addressed the social identity construction processes of individuals with headscarves. The study presented a strong perspective in the field of social and human sciences by revealing how identity awareness nourished by one's own value world gains meaning in an academic context.

TÜRGEV The 5th National Student Congress has become a meaningful center that brings together the academic will of a youth that is nourished by its own values and carries the responsibility of building the future.

How Were the Papers Evaluated?

The papers presented at the TÜRGEV National Student Congress underwent a two-stage academic evaluation process. The main criteria considered in this process are as follows:
• Methodological accuracy and consistency
• Relationship with the literature
• Clarity of language and expression
• Compliance with ethical principles
Our students benefited from the one-on-one academic guidance of academics from different universities throughout the process. This meticulous evaluation process further strengthened the scientific quality and reliability of the congress.

Young Mind, Common Future Vision

TÜRGEV The 5th National Student Congress is primarily aimed at strengthening the scientific production of young people alongside a sense of social responsibility.

Addressing topics such as social media effects, identity construction, psychological processes, and social sensitivity prepared the ground for our youth to evaluate the issues of the age alongside their own cultural and value world.
The two-day congress successfully concluded by bringing together young researchers from different cities on a common academic ground.

The National Student Congress Held in Istanbul: 2026 Perspective

Our organization, which is among the national student congresses held in Istanbul in 2026, attracted attention with its academic content and interdisciplinary approach. This student congress, which took place with the participation of undergraduate and graduate students from various universities in Turkey, stood out with its scientific evaluation process and consultancy support.

TÜRGEV Why is the National Student Congress Important?

• Provides young researchers with academic presentation experience
• Develops interdisciplinary thinking skills
• Offers direct interaction opportunities with academics
• Addresses current social issues on a scientific basis
• Contributes to the training of future academics

The 5th National Student Congress, which holds a special place among TÜRGEV activities, continues to support the academic and social development of young people.

Frequently Asked Questions
TÜRGEV What is the 5th National Student Congress?
It is a national-level student congress organized within the scope of TÜRGEV Platform Studies.
How many papers were presented at the congress?
29 papers that went through a two-stage evaluation process were presented.
How many students participated?
100 students from various universities in Turkey participated.
Where was the congress held?
It was held in Istanbul, at the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Foundation University Ayasofya Campus.
How were the papers evaluated?
A two-stage evaluation process was applied based on academic and ethical criteria.
TÜRGEV What is Platform Studies?
It is a discipline-based structured educational model that supports the academic and intellectual development of young people.