Berlin International University Says Goodbye to 2020 and 2021 Graduates

Berlin International University of Applied Sciences, a member of the education network of BAU Global, which has 9 universities and 4 language schools in 11 countries on 3 continents, celebrated its 5th graduating class. At the graduation ceremony held on 30 October, Berlin International University of Applied Sciences bid farewell to approximately 147 new graduates from 89 different countries.

The graduation ceremony, held at the Mercure Hotel MOA Berlin, was attended by Ambassador of Türkiye to Berlin Ahmet Başar Şen, BAU Global Chair Enver Yücel, Bahçeşehir University (BAU) President Prof. Dr. Şirin Karadeniz, Berlin International University of Applied Sciences President Prof. Yüksel Pögün-Zander, Honorary President Hans-Dieter Klingemann, academics, and many guests, students and parents.

Taking the podium first to deliver the opening speech, Berlin International University of Applied Sciences President Prof. Yüksel Pögün-Zander greeted the students and said that she shared the excitement and happiness of all graduates on such a special day.

"Never Forget That Multiculturalism Is a Richness"

Speaking at the graduation ceremony, BAU Global Chair Enver Yücel explained that universities grow together with their graduates and told the young people that they would always be part of this family. Sharing his experience with the students who completed their undergraduate studies, Yücel said, "Sometimes you will fail, sometimes you will fall... Do not be afraid of failing or falling. But be afraid of not getting up after you fall. You will face obstacles. However, once you set your direction, there is no obstacle you cannot overcome."

Yücel's words to the graduates, "Do not discriminate on the basis of language, religion, race or color. Never forget that multiculturalism is a richness," received great applause from the audience.

"I Am Sure You Will Continue to Inspire Yourselves for a Better Life"

Speaking at the graduation ceremony, Ambassador to Berlin Ahmet Başar Şen expressed his pride in the students and said: "I share the excitement of all the students and their valued families. You are the future. I am sure you will continue to inspire yourselves for a better life. I wish you all a future full of friendship, respect and love. With the contributions of Enver Yücel, BAU Global, with its academic staff and global network, continues to grow its success since its founding, not only with students in Berlin but with students from all over the world."
Stating that migration from Türkiye is now possible not only through the labor force but also through academics and the academic community, Şen concluded his remarks by saying, "This adds more diversity and more culture. I wish you all success."