Participant Impressions and Experiences about IHECON2024 Conference. Click here to share your feedback

Research Assistant Huzeyfe AYDIN

Sakarya University

It was a great opportunity for me to meet and discuss topics related to higher education with experts from various regions of the world and different fields. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to this event. As a researcher with visual impairment, I would also like to express my gratitude to the organizing committee for their efforts in making the event accessible, allowing me to fully participate in both academic and social activities. I look forward to meeting and collaborating again at future conferences and events; and hope our continued work and partnerships will lead to mutually beneficial outcomes, and contribute to the advancement of internationalization efforts.

Lecturer/ PhD Candidate Gözde ÇAVDAR

Kastamonu University/ Ondokuz Mayıs University

It was a conference I was proud of in all terms! The Organizing Committee was composed of my friends, colleagues and professors and they did a great job from the scratch to the last minute thanks to their full court press and smart actions. The well planned events, the high quality technical equipments, the kindest crew and even the tasty cookies at the foyer area made the conference a spectacular one. The keynote speakers gave such information that was all fun and comprehensive and the audience is all very interested and qualified. I personally appreciate all the committee members and the stakeholders for this fulfilling event!

PhD student Irina Lobas

OMÜ

It was an interesting and very well organized conference. Thank you for warm welcoming atmosphere and opportunity to share our ideas and academic findings.

Lecturer Havva Nur YEŞİLDAĞ

Ondokuz Mayis University

Our university hosted the conference on "Internationalization in Higher Education" with great success, which was organized with many national and international stakeholders. I had the opportunity to attend IHECON 2024 with my students taking the Professional English-I course in the Faculty of Education. I think this conference, where many of my students had their first academic experience, is very important in terms of their professional development. This two-day academic feast hosted many valuable keynote speakers. At the same time, the papers presented in the UZEM halls were very high quality and satisfying. These academic sessions, consisting of various disciplines, sparked lights in our minds in different fields. I also had the opportunity to meet and collaborate with many different people during coffee breaks. Hosting such an organization of course requires technically and academically well-planning. We are proud of our university and being a part of it. Many thanks to the organizing committee and the stakeholders. We will be waiting for more with a great excitement.

Asist Prof. Murat Delibaş

Türkiye Maarif Vakfı Mali Okul Müdürü/Ankara Hacı Bayram Veli Üniversitesi

It was a conference with the most listeners and publications I have attended this year. The technical infrastructure for online participation was perfect. There were academics who were experts in their fields. Conference managers Ahmet Aycan and Mr. Olcay provided good coordination. Thanks

Lecturer Agha Saadat

Governors State University

Congratulations to the IHECON 2024 Organizing Committee for creating an exceptional platform that enables the exchange of diverse ideas and promotes collaboration to enhance the quality of higher education. As the needs of higher education shift in the 21st century, moving beyond a 20th-century mindset is essential. The seamless integration of in-person and online participation allowed all attendees to engage effectively. I look forward to future opportunities to collaborate on this initiative and address the pressing challenges in higher education together.

PhD Maryem Bouallègue

Ecole Centrale Supérieure Des Sciences Paramédicales Et De La Santé. Université Centrale Santé, Honoris United Universities, 3 Rue Hammadi, ElJaziri 1002 Tunis, Tunisie.

I would like to extend my warmest thanks for organizing this exceptional conference, which was one of the most amazing experiences. I’ve had, marked by great scientific depth, diverse presentations, and a welcoming atmosphere. The quality of exchanges and the familiar environment between professors and students created a stimulating and supportive setting, ideal for learning and sharing. Your attention to detail and availability made each moment enjoyable and enriching. I hope these fruitful exchanges will lead to lasting and meaningful collaborations for all of us. Thank you again for this unforgettable experience and for all the work done behind the scenes.

Dr Aisha Ansari

SZABIST University, Pakistan

Becoming a part of IHECON 24 as a presenter and Joining higher education leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders worldwide to prioritize internationalization and leverage emerging technologies for transformative impact on HEIs and all stakeholders was one of the amazing experience of life. Alhumdulillah!

Assistant Professor Dr. Gull-e-laala Khan

University of Poonch Rawalakot Pakistan

It was really an excellently well-organized International Conference. Together, we've pushed boundaries, challenged assumptions and unveiled groundbreaking research. No doubt knowledge shared is knowledge multiplied and collaboration fuels innovation.

PhD Candidate Elena MANDAJI

Cahul State University "Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu"

Dear Organizing Committee, I wanted to extend my sincere appreciation for the excellent organization of the IHECON 2024 Conference. The attention to detail, thoughtful planning, and seamless coordination were evident throughout, making it a truly memorable experience. The sessions were both engaging and informative, and the variety of topics covered added immense value to my understanding of such a specific field as internationalization. I also appreciated the opportunity to connect with other professionals in such a welcoming environment. Thank you once again for all the hard work that went into making this conference such a success. I look forward to attending future events and to seeing how you continue to elevate the experience for all participants. I would also like to express our intention for further cooperation and joint work between our institutions. Warm regards, Elena Mandaji.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ayşegül Aslan

Trabzon University

I think the congress is a very comprehensive and specific congress in its field. Thank you very much for your contributions.

Lecturer Uğur Aygün

Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University

It was a very impressive scientific event. I would like to thank the organizing committee, the entire team and the participants for their efforts. It was both a very friendly and professional environment. I hope to meet you all at future events.

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ahmet AYCAN

Ondokuz Mayıs University

Dear Participants, On behalf of the Organizing Committee, we extend our heartfelt thanks to each of you for your valuable contributions to this conference. Your engagement, insights, and active participation have greatly enriched our discussions and helped create an inspiring atmosphere for knowledge exchange. We are honored to have hosted such a diverse and dedicated group of scholars, professionals, and students. Thank you once again for being a part of this event. We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you back at future conferences. Warm regards,

Keynote Speakers

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Said Kurşunoğlu

Geo-Conceptual Bases For The Visionary Internationalization In Higher Education: Relevance And Contradictions

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Said Kurşunoğlu is a faculty member in the Department of Philosophy at Ondokuz Mayıs University. He currently serves as the Head of the International Relations Unit at Ondokuz Mayıs University.

Prof. Dr. Mahmut AYDIN

Higher Education without Walls: What's Next?

Prof. Dr. Mahmut Aydın is an internationally recognized scholar with extensive research Christianity, religions, intercultural relations, and religious pluralism. Recently, he has focused on higher education, exploring the concept of "higher education without walls," and contributed to the field by translating "Higher Education - What Else?" by Ulrich Teichler.

H.E Mrs Fatima Maada Bio

Education of the girl child

First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone. A politician, an actress, a writer, a human’s right advocate Her office has embarked on many programs, but all geared towards human capital development, with emphasis on women’s empowerment and protecting our children.

Prof. Datuk Ir. Ts. Dr. Ahmad Fauzi bin Ismail

Internationalization Agenda of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Malaysia

Professor Datuk Ts Dr Ahmad Fauzi Ismail has made groundbreaking contributions to membrane technology. As the first to produce indigenous commercially competitive hollow fibre membranes for gas separation, water, and wastewater treatment, his research delves into polymer rheology and spectroscopy techniques, resulting in high-performance membranes.

Prof. Dr. Kimberly A. Noels

Language Education and Internationalization

KIMBERLY A. NOELS is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Alberta. Her interdisciplinary research program focuses on how social interactions facilitate or hinder the complex and dynamic processes of language acquisition, socio-psychological acculturation, and intercultural relations.

Emeritus Prof. Dr. Hans de Wit

Critical reflections on the concept and evolution of internationalization in higher education.

A globally renowned scholar, Hans de Wit has made his name studying the internationalization of higher education. His current research interestsinclude how to reach global learning for all students, the future of internationalisation post COVID-19, international student recruitment and mobility in non-Anglophone countries.

Prof. Dr. Melahat Bilge Demirköz

Science Diplomacy in the Age of VUCA

Director of the Research and Application Center for Space and Accelerator Technologies. Middle East Technical University. Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Booster Detector Physics , High-energy and Particle Physics, Nuclear Physics

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Qiang Zha

Problematizing Internationalization of Higher Education: China as the Methodology

Qiang Zha is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Education, York University, where he served as the Director of Graduate Program in Education in 2017-2020. In 2021-2022, he was appointed as a York University Provostial Fellow.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dewi Yanti Liliana

Ethical Horizons: Leveraging Generative Artificial Intelligence for Education

Department of Computer and Informatics Engineering Politeknik Negeri Jakarta (Jakarta State Polytechnic) Research interest: Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Affective Computing, Data Analytics

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Ariffin Abu Hassan

Internationalization Strategy of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM): The Way Forward

Universiti Teknologi Malaysi-Head of International Relation Office

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Dear Esteemed Participants,

Information Regarding the Full Text Submission Process:

1. You can download the manuscript template from the " Download Template " section on the homepage of the conference website. https://ihecon.omu.edu.tr/uploads/IHEC_Conference_Template_3.docx 

2. You must register through the " Full Text Submission - Click Here" section on the homepage of the conference website. (https://ihecon.omu.edu.tr/register.php) For multi-author papers, only the corresponding author needs to complete the registration process. After entering the required information on the registration screen, an activation code will be sent to your email address. Once you confirm the code, you can submit your full text using the password you have set.

3. For the registration process, the corresponding author must provide the necessary general information. In the "Author(s)" section, you must list the title, name, surname, email address, and university/institution information of all contributing authors in the correct order. The files you upload must not contain any personal information such as names, titles, or institution details. Additionally, you are required to upload the similarity report as an attachment when submitting your file.

4. When uploading your file, there are two options in the Participation Type section. To be included in the conference full-text book to be published by Ondokuz Mayıs University Press, select the Conference Full Text option. For inclusion as a book chapter, select the Book Chapter option (the Web of Science process will begin, and an application will be made after evaluations for the book chapter are completed. If indexed by WoS, an additional fee will be requested from participants).

5. After uploading your manuscript, a peer review process similar to that of standard journal systems will begin. You will receive the review outcome (acceptance, rejection, minor revision, major revision, etc.) via the email address you used for registration.

Note : If you have any difficulties during the registration process, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Ahmet AYCAN at ahmet.aycan@omu.edu.tr 

From Ondokuz Mayıs University:

Global Academic Leaders Convene at OMU to Shape the Future of International Education at the IHECON 2024: Internationalization in Higher Education Conference

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Important Dates

  • 03.04.2024
    Call for Abstract
  • 07.09.2024
    Regular Registration Deadline
  • 07.09.2024
    Abstract Submission Deadline
  • 10.09.2024
    Announcement of the Conference Program
  • 25-27.10.24
    Conference Dates
  • 20.11.2024
    Full Paper Submission Deadline

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What is the focus of the Internationalization in Higher Education Conference ?

The Internationalization in Higher Education Conference is a conference focused on exploring and advancing strategies, challenges, and opportunities related to internationalization in higher education. It brings together educators, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners from around the world to discuss key topics and share insights in this important field.

When and where will Internationalization in Higher Education Conference IHECON2024 take place?

Internationalization in Higher Education Conference IHECON2024 will be held at Ondokuz Mayıs University in Samsun, Türkiye, on October 25-27, 2024.

Who should attend Internationalization in Higher Education Conference ?

The conference is designed for academics, administrators, researchers, policymakers, and professionals involved or interested in internationalization efforts within higher education institutions.

Whom should I contact for further inquiries about Internationalization in Higher Education Conference ?

For any inquiries regarding the conference, you can contact the organizing committee at ihecon@omu.edu.tr

How can I access the conference schedule?

The detailed conference schedule, including session timings and topics, will be available on the conference website and provided to registered participants.

What can I expect from the conference program?

The program will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, paper presentations, workshops, and networking sessions focusing on various aspects of internationalization in higher education.

Does Internationalization in Higher Education Conference offer both in-person and virtual attendance options?

Internationalization in Higher Education Conference offers both in-person and virtual attendance options.