“Health Protection and Promotion” Training Delivered in Schools by Nursing Department Students

1/21/2026

Fourth-year students of the Nursing Department carried out a meaningful activity aimed at supporting public health within the scope of the Teaching in Nursing course practicum.
Under the supervision of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pınar Duru, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hamide Zengin, Res. Asst. Şadiye Öztürk, Res. Asst. Ayşenur Karakuş, Res. Asst. Asiye Nur Ulusoy, and Res. Asst. İsmail Aykanat, educational sessions were delivered to students in 8 kindergartens and 8 primary schools across the province.

The training sessions addressed topics such as healthy nutrition, physical activity, adequate and regular sleep, personal hygiene, and healthy lifestyle habits. Age- and development-appropriate, enjoyable, and interactive methods were used. The sessions were supported by presentations, visual materials, question-and-answer activities, and practical demonstrations, ensuring active participation of the children.

Through these trainings, it was aimed to help children acquire healthy lifestyle behaviors at an early age, increase health awareness, and contribute to the prevention of avoidable health problems. In addition, it was intended for Nursing Department students to experience their educator role, improve their communication skills, and develop a sense of social responsibility.

Training Dates and Schools

Friday, 05.12.2025
Morning Session (10:00):

• Meserret İnel Primary School

• Adalet Primary School

Afternoon Session (14:00):

• Öğretmen Esra Akkaya Kindergarten

• Zehra Sarar Kindergarten

Friday, 12.12.2025
Morning Session (10:00):

• Şehit Yusuf Tuna Güzey Primary School

• Şeker Primary School

Afternoon Session (14:00):

• Cengiz Topel Kindergarten

• Nene Hatun Kindergarten

Friday, 19.12.2025
Morning Session (10:00):

• Milli Zafer Primary School

• İbrahim Karaoğlanoğlu Primary School

Afternoon Session (14:00):

• Valide Malhatun Kindergarten

• Adnan Menderes Kindergarten

Friday, 26.12.2025
Morning Session (10:00):

• Osmangazi Primary School

• Kılıçarslan Primary School

Afternoon Session (14:00):

• Lamia Dayanç Kindergarten

• Yunuskent Kindergarten

These activities represent an important example of the initiatives carried out in line with our faculty’s social contribution mission and have contributed to strengthening university–community collaboration.

 

Last Updated At: 1/21/2026

The Seminar on Combating Addiction Was Held

12/8/2025

The event titled “Combating Addiction Seminar: Notice – Protect – Liberate”, organized by the Faculty of Health Sciences Dean’s Office Combating Addiction Committee, was held on December 4, 2025, at the ESOGÜ Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Prof. Dr. Fazıl Tekin Conference Hall. The seminar received great interest from students, with 169 participants attending.

As part of the event, three experts delivered informative presentations addressing different dimensions of addiction.
In the first session, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pınar Duru presented a comprehensive talk on smoking addiction, sharing current data, addiction mechanisms, and prevention strategies.

Following this, Specialist Dr. Gülizar Yakut discussed alcohol and substance addiction, providing essential insights into the addiction cycle, risk factors, and counseling processes.

In the final session, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hülya Kök Eren gave a presentation on behavioral addictions, raising awareness about technology, internet, and gaming addictions, which are increasingly prevalent today.

After the presentations, students’ questions were answered, and the importance of raising awareness in combating addiction was emphasized.

    

     

  

   

Last Updated At: 12/8/2025

🎗 Awareness Event Against Leukemia

11/13/2025

Our Faculty of Health Sciences Nursing Department students organized a large-scale event on November 7, 2025, within the scope of the Nursing Education course, to raise awareness about leukemia.

Under the guidance of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pınar DURU, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hamide ZENGİN, Res. Asst. Şadiye ÖZTÜRK, Res. Asst. Ayşenur KARAKUŞ, Res. Asst. Asiye Nur ULUSOY, and Res. Asst. İsmail AYKANAT, the students set up stands at eight different locations across the university, drawing attention to leukemia among students and staff.

As part of the event:

• Orange ribbons were distributed as a symbol of awareness,

• Informative materials about leukemia were shared,

• Visitors expressed their thoughts and feelings on a white fabric panel,

• Interactive conversations were held throughout the day, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis, awareness, and emotional support.

The stands were open all day at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Faculty of Education, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Faculty of Engineering (M2 and M3 Blocks), Faculty of Theology, School of Foreign Languages, and the Faculty of Science.

The event served as a meaningful example of how nursing students combine their professional knowledge and skills with a spirit of community service. Participants stated that the activity not only increased their knowledge about leukemia but also emphasized the importance of raising awareness.

  

       

     

    

    

          

 

Last Updated At: 12/8/2025

Support for Public Health: ESOGÜ Faculty of Health Sciences Took Part in Public Health Week

9/6/2025

Within the scope of Public Health Week organized by the Eskişehir Provincial Health Directorate, Eskişehir Osmangazi University (ESOGÜ) Faculty of Health Sciences also took its place and made valuable contributions to public health.

Faculty members and students informed citizens with carefully prepared brochures on women’s health, pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. The information provided to mothers and expectant mothers at the stand attracted great interest. At the same time, free baby products were distributed to mothers, combining both educational and supportive activities.

The faculty’s efforts received full recognition from senior officials attending the event. Eskişehir Deputy Governor Mr. Oğuz Şenlik, Head of Public Health Services of the Provincial Health Directorate Dr. Babür Mimtaş, and Head of Public Hospital Services Op. Dr. Serkan Ceyhan visited the stand and received information from faculty representatives about the awareness activities carried out. The officials expressed their gratitude to the faculty members and students of ESOGÜ Faculty of Health Sciences for this participation, which stands as a fine example of university–public sector cooperation.

The Dean’s Office of the ESOGÜ Faculty of Health Sciences will continue to contribute to such events and public awareness activities aimed at improving community health.

        

   

   

                       

Last Updated At: 9/6/2025