Bulgarian Embassy Celebrates 90th Anniversary of Faculty of Language and History-Geography at Ankara University

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The 90th anniversary of the Faculty of Language and History-Geography at Ankara University was celebrated with great ceremony, attended by the Ambassador of the Republic of Bulgaria to Turkiye, Angel Cholakov, Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism Serdar Cam, and numerous students, lecturers, and dignitaries. The Faculty, founded in 1935, has become a centre of scientific knowledge and intercultural exchange, attracting students from diverse backgrounds, including Turkish students studying Bulgarian Language and Literature. The event highlighted the strong ties between Bulgaria and Turkey, with the Bulgarian Embassy proud to support students studying Bulgarian in Ankara.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Faculty of Language and History-Geography at Ankara University was founded in 1935 and has become a centre of scientific knowledge and intercultural exchange.
  • Currently, 45 students are studying Bulgarian Language and Literature at the Faculty, mainly local Turkish students.
  • Despite initial language barrier concerns, students persevered and overcame difficulties thanks to hard work and dedication.
  • Students participate in summer seminars organized by Sofia University St Kliment Ohridski and Saints Cyril and Methodius University of Veliko Tarnovo, a great opportunity for practice.
  • Graduates find employment as translators, tour guides, and in various government structures.
  • The Bulgarian Embassy is proud to work with students studying Bulgarian in Ankara, considering them part of the Bulgarian team and inspiration.
  • The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism Serdar Cam, former and current lecturers, and representatives of academia, cultural institutions, and diplomats.
  • Anniversary plaques were presented to the Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism and the Ambassador of Bulgaria to Turkiye, and all guests received anniversary badges.
  • The Faculty unites various departments, including Turkology, Slavic Studies, Oriental Studies, Philosophy, and Archaeology, among others.

Statistics:

  • 45 students are currently studying Bulgarian Language and Literature at the Faculty of Language and History-Geography at Ankara University.
  • The Faculty was founded in 1935.
  • The students participating in the summer seminars are practicing in various cultural and educational events, language meetings, and extracurricular activities.
  • Graduates of the Faculty find employment in different government structures, as translators, and tour guides.

Sources:

  • BTA (no date cited in the original text)
  • Ambassador Angel Cholakov, Republic of Bulgaria to Turkiye
  • Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism Serdar Cam
  • Professor Huseyin Mevsim, Ankara University (Faculty of Language and History-Geography)