At Balıkesir University, Generations from 7 to 70 Came Together: Respect for the Elderly Week Celebrated with Enthusiasm

In collaboration with the Department of Gerontology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Balıkesir University, and Refreshment University, Balıkesir Campus, Respect for the Elderly Week activities were organized under the theme “Generations Meet.”

The events, held at the Malazgirt Conference Hall of Balıkesir Atatürk Congress and Culture Center, were attended by Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences Prof. Dr. Sibel Ergün, 60+ Refreshment University Coordinator Dr. Aslı Gözde Akış, Secretary General Yemliha Yanar, academic and administrative staff, and students.

The program began with a moment of silence and the Turkish National Anthem, followed by opening speeches delivered by Prof. Dr. Sibel Ergün, Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, and Dr. Aslı Gözde Akış, Coordinator of 60+ Refreshment University.

As part of the event, a theatre performance was staged by the Balıkesir Karesi Secondary School Theatre Group, and students participated in brain exercise activities. Additionally, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation students of Balıkesir University joined 60+ Refreshment University students to perform joint exercise sessions.

Rector Prof. Dr. Yücel Oğurlu: “We Will Continue to Work Together for a Stronger, Healthier Society.”

Balıkesir University Rector Prof. Dr. Yücel Oğurlu, accompanied by Vice-Rectors Prof. Dr. Cevdet Avcıkurt, Prof. Dr. Fatih Satıl, and Secretary General Yemliha Yanar, also visited the event area. He expressed his satisfaction at hosting a meaningful event that strengthens social bonds by increasing intergenerational solidarity and communication. Rector Prof. Dr. Yücel Oğurlu thanked everyone who contributed to bringing together different generations and stated that they will continue to work hand in hand to build a stronger and healthier society.

The event concluded with a group photo session.