Near East University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine students continue to meet with the world with the exchange programs of the International Veterinary Students’ Association (IVSA).

Near East University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, which hosted students from Italy in Northern Cyprus with the exchange program organized with IVSA Bologna in December, is preparing to send its own students to Italy in the Spring Term. Similarly, Near East University, which will host students from IVSA Poland in Cyprus in March 2025, will send its students to Poland in May 2025.

Very important for academic and cultural development!

Students who came to Near East University within the scope of IVSA’s exchange program developed their knowledge and skills by participating in various academic workshops during the program. In the “Wildlife and Veterinary Medicine” workshop, they received theoretical and practical training on the difficulties veterinarians face in wildlife. In the “Experimental Animals and Ethics” workshop, they focused on ethical rules regarding the use and care processes of experimental animals. In the “Radiographic Imaging in Horses” workshop, they conducted practical studies on the anatomy of horses and radiographic imaging techniques. In the “Neutering Surgery” workshop, which was the last event of the program, they received training on surgical intervention techniques and gained important information about veterinary practice.

In addition to their academic and professional gains, the students also had the opportunity to discover the culture of Cyprus. The students, who visited important historical sites in Nicosia, Kyrenia and Famagusta and saw the cultural heritage of Cyprus up close, visited historical sites such as the Walled City, the Great Inn and the Gamblers’ Inn in Nicosia. Students visited Saint Hilarion Castle and Bellapais Monastery in Kyrenia, and visited historical sites such as Salamis Ruins, Varosha Bazaar and Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque in Famagusta.

Near East University students to make a return visit in May!

Near East University, which hosts students from many countries around the world on its campus, also brings its own students together with the world in the same context. IVSA Bologna, which came to Northern Cyprus in December, will also host Near East University Veterinary Medicine students in Bologna during the spring semester. On the other hand, Polish students who will come to Cyprus on March 3, 2025, will host Near East University students on May 3, 2025.

An educational journey that meets the world!

IVSA Cyprus advisor, Near East University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Vice Dean Prof. Dr. İsfendiyar Darbaz, drawing attention to the fact that IVSA exchange programs increase the professional and academic skills of students, said, “Such programs allow our students to meet with their colleagues on international platforms and share their knowledge and experience. At the same time, getting to know different cultures and broadening their perspectives makes significant contributions to their future career goals.”

IVSA Cyprus President and Near East University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine student Dilara Atış stated that exchange programs support students in gaining sensitivity and experience about global veterinary problems and adapting to international standards.

International communication and cultural interaction are among our priorities

Near East University Dean of Students Prof. Dr. Dudu Özkum Yavuz drew attention to the opportunities offered by the IVSA exchange program and said, “The IVSA exchange program not only provides our students with the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge in the field of veterinary medicine, but also allows them to expand their worldview and meet different cultures.”

Stating that IVSA programs provide students with a global perspective, Prof. Dr. Dudu Özkum Yavuz said, “Graduating our youth equipped with such experiences is one of the cornerstones of our university’s educational vision. Our aim is to ensure that our students graduate prepared for the global business world by developing not only their academic knowledge but also their international communication and cultural interaction skills.”