Come join the cozy and creative club where you can make a scarf, drink tea, relax, and practice your English with friends!  When? Every Wednesday in November 14:00 – 15:30 (First session will be on November 5, 2025)  Details: Host: Susan Johnson Location: ILC (Independent Learning Center) You should bring your own yarns and hooks. Space is limited to 10 participants. Important: Registration To ensure fairness, registration will be done by teacher recommendation only. Teachers will select one or two students from each elementary class to participate. Don't miss this chance to create something warm while practicing your English in a relaxed atmosphere!

We invite you to a useful presentation focused on getting you more familiar with our university environment. Join us for a talk on Campus Life, where Assoc. Prof. Dr. Levent Aydın will discuss the opportunities, facilities, and resources available to you here at Katip Çelebi University. The primary goal is to help you understand how to use these services and make the most of your time on campus. Speaker: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Levent Aydın Topic: Campus Life: Resources and Opportunities Target Audience: Intermediate Students Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 Time: 11:20 - 12:30 Venue: Fuat Sezgin Conference Hall About the Speaker Assoc. Prof. Dr. Levent Aydın is a faculty member in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Katip Çelebi University. He also serves as the Project General Coordinator for the Rectorate. His academic background and current roles provide him with practical insight into the university's structure and operations, making him a knowledgeable speaker on campus resources.

Join us for a fun Speaking Club session at the Independent Learning Center! This time, we’ll go on “The Adjective World Tour” , where you will practice using adjectives together with countries. Date: Wed, Oct 15, 2025 Time: 2:00 PM Venue: ILC Host: Lect. Nida Fidanboy Quota: 18 students Registration list is on ILC bulletin board. Don’t miss this chance to improve your English in an interactive and enjoyable way!

Come and join us for a cozy and creative club where you can make a scarf, drink tea, relax, and speak English with your friends and teachers!  When? Every Tuesday in October 14:00 – 15:30 First session: October 7, 2025  Details:  Come for as many sessions as you wish  All materials will be provided to make 1 scarf  Space is limited to 10 participants  Registration: via Google Forms https://forms.gle/2JCDBa9ZCyPN4x5N7 or by scanning the QR code on the poster  Color preference: Please send your yarn color choice to Susan Johnson (susanblock.johnson@ikc.edu.tr) no later than 12:00 on Saturday, October 7

You are warmly invited to join our next Coffee Talk at the Independent Learning Center!  Title: Erasmus Experiences in Two Cities: Bremen and Prague  Speaker: Lect. Dr. Gizem Bolcal Er  Date: October 8th, 2025  Time: 2:00 PM  Venue: ILC Quota: 30 students Come and hear about life, study, and culture in Bremen and Prague, followed by discussions and Q&A. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore Erasmus experiences firsthand!  Registration is required. Spots are limited to 30 students.

Coffee Talk Invitation (PRE-INTERMEDIATE) Join us at the Independent Learning Center for a fun and insightful session! Topic: LANGUAGE AND CULTURE IN THE LAND OF 10,000 LAKES - MINNESOTA Date: October 2, 2025 Time: 2:00 PM Venue: ILC Speaker: Lect. Susan Johnson Level: Pre-Intermediate Explore the culture and commonly used expressions unique to Minnesota followed by a Q & A session and fun small group activity. Let’s talk, share, and learn together!   *Quota: 30 students* Click on the link for registration: https://forms.gle/EoHacbSFb4wUtTUt8

Coffee Talk Invitation (INTERMEDIATE) Join us at the Independent Learning Center for a fun and insightful session! Topic: LANGUAGE AND CULTURE IN THE LAND OF 10,000 LAKES - MINNESOTA Date: September 30, 2025 Time: 2 PM Venue: ILC Speaker: Lect. Susan Johnson Level: Intermediate Explore the culture and commonly used expressions unique to Minnesota followed by a Q & A session and fun small group activity. Let’s talk, share, and learn together!   *Quota: 30 students*   Click on the link for registration: https://forms.gle/EDxnvWkHnmK9chNj7  

Dear Students, The Independent Learning Center invites you to an interactive workshop hosted by Lect. Anıl Çobanoğlu Dede. This session is part of our Coffee Talk series, and it’s designed to get you thinking, talking, and working together in groups!  Workshop Title: Word of the Year: Language that Captures Our Times  Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025  Time: 2:00 PM  Venue: ILC In this workshop, you will collaborate in small groups to explore how language reflects the world we live in. It’s a great chance to practice English, share your ideas, and take part in a fun and meaningful activity. Open to all intermediate-level students. Independent Learning Center

Dear Intermediate Students, Are you getting ready for the CPT Speaking Exam? Here's your chance to practice before the real thing! The Independent Learning Center is organizing Demo Speaking Exams to help you feel more confident and prepared. You will have the chance to experience a real exam atmosphere, get useful feedback, and improve your performance.  How to join?  Scan the QR code to register and book your slot. You can also follow the link: https://bra93kj.setmore.com/busra  Spots are limited — first come, first served! Take this opportunity to practice and improve your speaking skills before the actual exam. Independent Learning Center

Dear Students, The Independent Learning Center invites you to join our exciting Cooking Contest, organized by Lecturer Fehim Hur! Gather your friends and create a group of four to show off your cooking skills!  Date: Wed, May 7, 2025  Time: 2:00 PM  Venue: ILC  Registration: Via Google Forms (Only 5 groups will be accepted!) Each group will have a limited time to prepare a delicious dish. A jury will taste and select the winning team.  A surprise prize is waiting for the winners! Form your team of 4, and register by scanning the QR code! Or you can follow the link here: https://forms.gle/2uiv8NQPh6cWEVMf8  We look forward to seeing you at the contest! Independent Learning Center

Dear Students, Get ready for a fun and exciting Trivia Challenge at the Independent Learning Center! Test your knowledge, think fast, and enjoy a friendly competition hosted by Lecturer Fehim Hur.  Date: Wed, April 30, 2025  Time: 2:00 PM  Venue: ILC Quota: 20 students Save your seat here: https://forms.gle/EddfmtjFRMQveoFQ9 or Scan the Qr on the poster. Open to all students! We look forward to seeing you there! Independent Learning Center

  Dear Students, The Independent Learning Center invites you to a special Movie Day featuring the powerful and inspiring film Hidden Figures (2016)!  Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025  Time: 2:00 PM  Venue: ILC Come and enjoy the incredible true story of three women at NASA who broke barriers and made history.  Free popcorn will be provided!  Feel free to grab your drink and join us! After the movie, we’ll have a short activity to share ideas and practice English. Open to all intermediate students! We hope to see you there! Independent Learning Center

İzmir Katip Çelebi Üniversitesi Kalite Topluluğu olarak, sizleri “Yapay Zeka ile Kaliteli Öğrenme” başlıklı etkinliğimize davet ediyoruz! 🎙️ Konuşmacılar: Ozan KANAL Gizem KANAL 📅 Tarih: 22 Nisan 2025 🕜 Saat: 13:30 📍 Yer: Hekim Hacı Paşa Konferans Salonu Yapay zekâ teknolojilerinin eğitimdeki rolünü ve kaliteli öğrenmeyi nasıl desteklediğini birlikte keşfedeceğiz. Tüm öğrencilerimiz davetlidir! Katılanlara Rektör imzalı katılım belgesi verilecektir! 📄⭐

Dear Intermediate Learners, You are warmly invited to a special Coffee Talk at the Independent Learning Center with Ezgi Özgültekin, an art teacher from Arkas Art Gallery.  Date: Monday, April 13, 2025  Time: 2:00 PM  Venue: ILC Room Join us for a fascinating look into the role of women in Art Nouveau art, and enjoy the chance to practice your English in a relaxed, art-inspired setting! Register now to save your seat: forms.gle/5n65MMRdJaUkq3ANA We look forward to seeing you there! About Ezgi Özgültekin: Ezgi Özgültekin is a graduate of Dokuz Eylül University, Department of Art Teaching, and has been actively working in the education field for about six years. She is currently serving as the Education Programs Coordinator at Arkas Art Center. With a background in Graphic Design as her main field of study, she takes part in creative projects that combine artistic and educational disciplines. Independent Learning Center P.S. There is no quota set for this event.

Dear Pre-Intermediate and Intermediate Learners, Join us at the Independent Learning Center for a special Coffee Talk with Hanna Stawińska! Enjoy a cup of coffee while discovering Poland’s culture, traditions, and surprises.This is a great chance to practice English, ask questions, and enjoy a friendly conversation!  Date: WEDNESDAY, March 19, 2025  Time: 2:00 PM  Venue: Independent Learning Center (ILC) Speaker: Hanna Stawińska Register now to join the talk: https://forms.gle/kysCerLaSTxaPQRH6 We look forward to seeing you! Independent Learning Center

 Invitation to Alphabet Challenge! Dear Pre-Intermediate Learners, Are you ready to test your vocabulary skills in a fun and exciting competition? The Independent Learning Center invites you to the Alphabet Challenge, where two teams will compete to complete the alphabet wheel by guessing words based on definitions!  Date: March 12, 2025  Time: 2:00 PM  Venue: Independent Learning Center  Quota: Limited to 20 students  Registration: Via Google Forms  How does it work? You will hear a definition and must say the correct word that starts with the given letter. If you don’t know the word, say "Pass", and we’ll come back to it later. The goal is to complete all the letters first as a group! The team that completes the alphabet first or gets the most correct answers wins! Are you up for the challenge? Register now and put your vocabulary skills to the test! We look forward to seeing you there! Independent Learning Center

Invitation to Writing Lab: Bring Your Writing Folder! Dear Intermediate Students, The Independent Learning Center invites you to a Writing Lab designed to help you improve your essay-writing skills! This session will provide practical tips and strategies for writing well-structured essays.  Date: March 3, 2025  Time: 2:00 PM  Host: Lecturer Fehim Hur  Venue: GZ 38  What to Bring? Your Writing Folder is REQUIRED!  Quota: Limited to 15 students  Important: This session is only for intermediate students. To participate, you must bring your Writing Folder, as we will use past writing tasks to improve your skills. Seats are limited! Register now to secure your spot! You can use the link for registration: https://forms.gle/xWq3reMFNZe11vz38 We look forward to seeing you there! Independent Learning Center

 Paw-Some Adventures: A Talk on Travel & Environmental Conservation  The Independent Learning Center at the School of Foreign Languages is excited to host Iza and Piotr Miklaszewscy, an adventurous couple from Poland who spent four years hitchhiking across five continents with their dog, Snupek!  Join us for an inspiring talk as they share their extraordinary journey, their experiences exploring 39 countries, and the critical lessons they learned about the environmental crisis. This event will highlight the importance of environmental conservation and how it affects our daily lives.  Date: 25 February 2025  Time: 3:00 PM  Venue: Hacı Hekim Paşa Conference Hall  Open to: Pre-Intermediate & Intermediate students Don’t miss this engaging and thought-provoking session filled with real-life stories, insights, and a deeper look at the world through the eyes of passionate travelers!  See you there! 

Dear Pre-Intermediate & Intermediate Students, We are excited to invite you to our second Movie Day of the Spring 1 term! This time, we’ll watch the film:  Inside Out 2  Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025  Time: 2:00 p.m.  Venue: Independent Learning Center (ILC) Come and join us for a fun and engaging movie experience, followed by a short activity to discuss the emotions and lessons from the film. Free popcorn will be provided!  Don't miss out on this chance to practice English, learn new expressions, and enjoy time with friends! See you there! Independent Learning Center

Dear Pre-Intermediate & Intermediate Learners, Join us for a special Movie Day at the Independent Learning Center (ILC)! We’ll be watching the animated film Inside Out (2015) – a heartwarming and fun story about emotions and memories.  Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025  Time: 2:00 p.m.  Venue: ILC After the movie, stay for a short follow-up activity and enjoy free popcorn! Don’t miss this chance to relax, learn, and have fun! See you there! Best İKÇÜ SFL ILC Team