The Department of Civil Engineering at Istanbul Gelisim University, in collaboration with the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture and the Department of Health, Culture and Sports (SKS), organized a seminar titled “Geotechnical Engineering: Challenges and Opportunities” on Friday, May 16, 2025. The event was held in Room 290 of J Block and attracted strong interest from both students and faculty members.
The invited speaker, Mr. Önder AKÇAKAL, shared his field experiences in geotechnical engineering, offering valuable insights into real-world challenges and technical solutions in the field. The seminar covered a wide range of topics, including soil investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement techniques. In addition, current trends in the industry, job opportunities, and career advice for aspiring engineers were discussed in detail.
Throughout the event, students had the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with the speaker, benefiting from first-hand knowledge of industry practices. The interactive nature of the seminar contributed to raising professional awareness and inspired participants in shaping their future career paths.
At the end of the session, the Department of Civil Engineering presented Mr. Önder AKÇAKAL with a plaque of appreciation for his valuable contributions. Based on the highly positive feedback received, the department aims to continue organizing similar events that support students’ academic and professional development.
As the Department of Civil Engineering at Istanbul Gelisim University, we sincerely thank Mr. Önder AKÇAKAL for his contributions and reaffirm our commitment to providing students with high-quality academic content and industry engagement opportunities that support their career goals.
