Bursa Technical University (BTU), which hosts international students from around the world, has kicked off its “Country Promotion Days”. The first event, focused on promoting the culture of Morocco, introduced attendees to the country's unique music, food, and traditional clothing.

Organized in partnership with the Youth and Sports Ministry, BTU’s International Relations Office, and the BTU International Student Community, the program began with Morocco and was held at the Mimar Sinan Campus, Turquoise Hall.

In his opening speech, BTU Vice-Rector Prof. Dr. Beyhan Bayhan said, "We are organizing this event to strengthen cooperation between Turkey and Morocco, foster good relations among our youth, and introduce their cultures. Moroccan students make up one of the largest international student groups at our university. With students from 93 different countries, international students represent over 13% of our total student population. Following the goals set by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) and our Rector Prof. Dr. Naci Çağlar, the number of international students will continue to grow. We see international students and those Moroccan students involved in today's country promotion as cultural ambassadors. We believe that they will promote Turkish culture and values in their home countries and represent Turkey in Morocco in the best possible way."

Reflections of Cultural Richness

Bursa Youth and Sports Provincial Directorate Youth Centers Branch Manager Mürsel Kaya emphasized, "Through the Genç Ofis project by the Ministry of Youth and Sports, we organize this program to help foreign students studying at universities introduce their cultures to other youth from different countries. With these Promotion Days, we will see how beautiful the world and our country are, and we will experience the beauty of Morocco among those wonders."

Each Student is a Cultural Ambassador

BTU International Student Community President Ali Mahamat stated, "International students are here not only for education but also to represent their countries. We are also learning about each other’s cultures and sharing them with the people of Turkey. We are starting the Promotion Days with Morocco, a multicultural country in North Africa. I believe that after this program, we will all feel as if we have visited Morocco."

After the speeches, attendees were introduced to Moroccan traditional clothing, poems were recited, and Moroccan music was played. The program concluded with the participants enjoying traditional Moroccan dishes.