Organized by our Erasmus Office, the International Staff Week is an international event held within the scope of the Erasmus+ KA171 project, bringing together university staff from different countries to share knowledge, experiences, and best practices. It plays a significant role in advancing our university’s internationalization goals.
Through this event, participants have the opportunity to meet colleagues from diverse regions, explore new cultures, and reflect on their professional practices from different perspectives. They also gain valuable experiences such as teaching or giving presentations in an international academic environment.
The program includes seminars, workshops, and presentations focusing on themes such as internationalization, student mobility, and intercultural communication. At the same time, the event provides a platform for dialogue and interaction, fostering opportunities for future academic collaboration.
In addition to the academic program, the International Staff Week also offers participants the chance to discover the city of Tokat and the region’s rich cultural heritage. To ensure that our guests experience the local culture, our office organizes a variety of social and cultural activities, including:
City tours
Museum visits
Cultural workshops
Evening gatherings featuring traditional Turkish cuisine
Participants gain insights into innovative practices in higher education and return with ideas that can contribute to academic and administrative processes at their home institutions.
The gathering of staff from different countries provides an excellent opportunity to establish new collaborations and lay the groundwork for future joint projects.
Participants become acquainted with Tokat’s traditions, cuisine, and daily life, gaining a deeper awareness of cultural diversity.
Exposure to different educational systems, work cultures, and communication styles broadens participants’ perspectives and supports their personal growth.
The knowledge and experience gained during the event contribute to the internationalization strategies and overall development of the participants’ home institutions.