About Us & Responsibilities

Aligned with its learner-centered vision, Özyeğin University provides students with comprehensive support for their academic, cultural, psychological, and social development. As a unit operating under the Dean of Students Office, the Student Development and Experience Department supports the cultivation of research-based critical thinking, intellectual enrichment, social awareness, and a strong sense of responsibility - core competencies that Özyeğin University aims to instill in its students.

Through social and individual learning projects, student club programs, and a wide range of cultural activities planned with active student participation, the department contributes to the creation of a rich and engaging university experience. It facilitates students’ adaptation to university life and offers opportunities to develop professional competencies and essential skills.

The Student Development and Experience Department guides students in aligning their academic goals with lifelong learning objectives, supports their decision-making processes, and monitors their overall development.

The department’s areas of responsibility include Orientation Programs; Academic, Personal, and Social Development Activities; Student Experience and Enhancement; Student Clubs and Communities; International Student Adaptation Initiatives; and Services for Students with Disabilities and Special Needs.