| DATE OF EVENT |
PERSON CARRYING OUT THE ACTIVITY |
SUGGESTION/
JUSTIFICATION
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ACTIVITY |
EVIDENCE |
| 2026 |
Associate Professor Aliye KUYUMCU
Assistant Professor Elif ÇELİK
Assistant Professor Müberra YILDIZ
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The event was planned to foster awareness of healthy eating in children at an early age and to help them make healthy food choices through hands-on and gamified learning methods. |
As part of the Süleyman Demirel University Children’s University activities, a “Healthy Snacks Workshop” for children was held at the Principles of Nutrition Laboratory of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the event, children participated in hands-on and game-based educational activities designed to help them learn the principles of healthy eating in a fun way. Throughout the workshop, the children learned about healthy food groups such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and used these foods to prepare their own healthy snacks.
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EVIDENCE
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| 2026 |
Assistant Professor Hatice BAYGUT
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To ensure that mass feeding services are carried out effectively, safely, and sustainably during disasters and emergencies. |
As part of the event, cafeteria staff received training on planning mass catering services during disasters and emergencies, as well as on food safety and hygiene practices. The training aimed to enhance the staff’s ability to provide safe, coordinated, and effective services in the event of a disaster.
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EVIDENCE
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| 2025 |
Assistant Professor Hatice BAYGUT
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The event was organized to raise awareness in society about people with disabilities, foster empathy and an inclusive perspective, and enhance understanding of disability through various disciplines. |
The event was held online via Google Meet on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. and was followed with great interest by a wide audience. The program featured Associate Professor Tuba İnce Parpucu, who spoke on “Awareness of People with Disabilities in Society,” Dr. Hatice Baygut on “The Interaction Between Nutrition and Health in People with Disabilities,” and Prof. Dr. Hulusi Alp on “Sports for People with Disabilities,” addressing the effects of various types of disabilities on individuals’ quality of life from an interdisciplinary perspective. The speakers raised both academic and social awareness among participants by offering solutions aimed at reducing the physical, social, and environmental barriers that people with disabilities face in their daily lives. Following this, as part of an in-person event organized by Süleyman Demirel University on December 9–10, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Faculty of Sports Sciences on the SDU East Campus, various presentations and hands-on activities aimed at raising awareness of disabilities in society were conducted. Throughout the event, award-winning obstacle course activities were conducted to raise awareness of visual, hearing, and physical disabilities. At the stations set up for this purpose, students had the opportunity to experience the challenges that people with disabilities might face in daily life, thereby strengthening their ability to empathize.
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EVIDENCE
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| 2025 |
Assistant Professor Hatice BAYGUT
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The training session on “Food Safety and Bioterrorism” was conducted to raise participants’ awareness of the topic, ensure the sustainability of safe food production and service processes, and foster awareness of potential biological threats. |
As part of the training activities of the Integrated Quality Management System at the Central Kitchen of the Directorate of Health, Culture, and Sports, and in line with the in-service training program regularly conducted each year by Assistant Professor Hatice Baygut, a training session on “Food Safety and Bioterrorism” was organized for cafeteria staff. The training covered the fundamental principles of food safety, hygiene and sanitation rules throughout the food production process from production to consumption, the prevention of foodborne risks, the concept of bioterrorism, and factors that could threaten food safety in the context of bioterrorism.
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EVIDENCE
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2025
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Assistant Professor Elif ÇELİK
Assistant Professor Müberra YILDIZ
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The aim is to inform students about applications and project proposals for the TÜBİTAK 2209-A Undergraduate Research Projects Program. |
During a training session organized for students in the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at Süleyman Demirel University, information was shared about the TÜBİTAK 2209-A University Student Research Projects Program. Held via Zoom on November 10, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., the session provided students planning to apply for the program with details on the project application form, key points to consider during the writing process, and other application specifics. |
EVIDENCE
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2025
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Associate Professor Aliye KUYUMCU
Assistant Professor Elif ÇELİK
Assistant Professor Müberra YILDIZ
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This workshop was organized to raise awareness about safe and balanced food preparation processes for individuals with special dietary needs, such as those with celiac disease and gluten intolerance. |
As part of the 4th International and 7th National Health Services Congress, a workshop titled “Gluten-Free Cooking Practices” was held at the Principles of Nutrition Laboratory of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics.
The event was held to raise awareness of safe food preparation processes for individuals with celiac disease and gluten intolerance, to foster practical awareness regarding the development of gluten-free products, and to encourage the use of alternative grains. Additionally, the workshop aimed to help participants reinforce their theoretical knowledge through hands-on practice and to learn the processes involved in preparing gluten-free recipes by experiencing them firsthand. |
EVIDENCE
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| 2025 |
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aliye KUYUMCU
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As part of World Food Day, this event was planned to give students the opportunity to observe local food culture and sustainable nutrition firsthand. |
As the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Süleyman Demirel University, we visited the 3rd Isparta Tourism and Gastronomy Fair together with our students and faculty members as part of World Food Day celebrations. During the event, participants had the opportunity to get an up-close look at local and regional food products, geographically indicated delicacies, and the region’s gastronomic heritage. The traditional products exhibited by producers from Isparta and neighboring provinces at the fair served as examples of sustainable nutrition and the preservation of local food culture. |
EVIDENCE
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| 2025 |
Asst. Prof. Hatice BÖLÜKBAŞI
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To hold a fun and educational workshop for children within the scope of the Süleyman Demirel University Children’s University Summer School.
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The second event of the Süleyman Demirel University Children’s University was held with a “Healthy Eating Plate” workshop. In the event, the basic principles of healthy eating were conveyed to children through a fun, hands-on activity. Conducted by Asst. Prof. Hatice Bölükbaşı, the workshop introduced participants to different food groups and taught them how to place foods into the correct categories. As part of the activity, foods were colored using a coloring method and demonstrated on the “Healthy Eating Plate” in a practical way. The event aimed to both enhance children’s nutrition knowledge and help them develop healthy lifestyle habits at an early age. |
EVIDENCE
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| 2025 |
Asst. Prof. Hatice BÖLÜKBAŞI
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To organize a fun and educational workshop for children as part of the Süleyman Demirel University Children’s University Summer School. |
As part of the Süleyman Demirel University Children’s University Summer School, a fun and educational “Healthy Eating Workshop” was held for children. The workshop was conducted by Asst. Prof. Hatice Bölükbaşı.
Throughout the event, children were introduced to different food groups and taught the basics of creating a healthy plate. They then had the opportunity to learn through play with activities such as “Healthy Food Shopping” and “Guess the Food.”
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EVIDENCE
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| 2025 |
Asst. Prof. Müberra YILDIZ
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The Health, Culture, and Sports Department requested the organization of a training session for cafeteria staff. |
A training session on “Standard Portion Sizes in Mass Catering Systems” was organized for the cafeteria staff of Süleyman Demirel University Health, Culture, and Sports Department. The training took place on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. in the Prof. Dr. Lütfü Çakmakçı Cultural Center and was delivered by Asst. Prof. Müberra Yıldız, a faculty member of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at SDU. he session covered topics such as portioning principles, the importance of standardized recipes, and weight control. Supported with practical examples, the training aimed to enhance the staff’s skills in accurate portioning. At the end of the session, participants were thanked, and it was emphasized that kitchen staff play an indispensable role in maintaining the university’s commitment to providing high-quality, balanced, and healthy nutrition services. |
EVIDENCE
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| 2025 |
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aliye KUYUMCU
Asst. Prof. Müberra YILDIZ
Asst. Prof. Hatice BÖLÜKBAŞI
Res. Assist. PhD. Elif ÇELİK
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Within the scope of the Turkish Cuisine Week on May 21-27, it was planned to organize an event using cereals. |
With the contributions of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Department of Health, Culture and Sports, “Traditional Grain Salads Tasting Event with the Grains of Anatolia” was organized with the theme of “Turkish Cuisine Classics”. The event was held on May 27, 2025 at the 19 May Student Amphitheater. At the event, healthy and nutritious salads prepared with traditional grains from Anatolia's rich culinary culture were presented to the taste of the participants. |
EVIDENCE
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| 2025 |
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aliye KUYUMCU
SDUBES
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Within the scope of the European Obesity Day and the opening of the SDÜBES community, it was planned to organize an event on how to fight obesity in the future. |
“How Will Dietitians of the Future Fight Obesity? The Perspective of Clinical Experts”, expert dietitians Specialist Dyt. Tansu Önal Duran and Specialist Dyt. Ali Onur Duran were hosted. The speakers shared their experiences in the clinical field with the students and provided important information on current approaches, application processes and difficulties encountered in the field in the fight against obesity. Thanks to this event, students of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics had the opportunity to gain professional vision and communicate directly with experts. In the speeches, it was pointed out that obesity is an important public health problem that needs to be addressed not only at individual but also at the social level, and the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach and teamwork was emphasized. |
EVIDENCE
EVIDENCE
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| 2025 |
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aliye KUYUMCU
Asst. Prof. Hatice BÖLÜKBAŞI
Asst. Prof. Müberra YILDIZ
Res. Assist. PhD. Elif ÇELİK
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Training to reduce students' stress before the exam week within the scope of World Health Week and Sports Friendly Campus |
Within the Faculty of Health Sciences, an event titled “Leave Stress Behind, Eat Well, Breathe, Be Aware” was held on April 10, 2025 under the leadership of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics to draw attention to the Health Week. The program, organized within the scope of Sports Friendly Campus Activities, started with the opening speeches of Prof. Dr. Ferdi Başkurt, Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aliye Kuyumcu, Head of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics. The event drew attention to physical and mental well-being, which is neglected in the pace of daily life; ways to cope with stress, healthy eating recommendations, breathing techniques and mindfulness-oriented practices were included. The event was held interactively with intense student participation. Within the scope of the program; Research Assistant from the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics. Research Assist. Dr. Müberra Yıldız from the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, “Stress Control: Balance Hidden in Your Plate” by Associate Prof. Dr. Elif Aşık from the Department of Nursing, ”Finding a Piece of Peace in This Crazy World: Stress Management with Mindfullness” by Prof. Dr. Elif Aşık from the Department of Nursing, and ‘Finding a Piece of Peace in This Crazy World: Stress Management with Mindfullness’ by Research Assist. Pınar Yaşar from the Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation presented “The Path to Mental Balance: Beat Stress with Yoga and Breathing”. |
EVIDENCE
EVIDENCE (Instagram)
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| 2025 |
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aliye KUYUMCU
Asst. Prof. Hatice BÖLÜKBAŞI
Asst. Prof. Müberra YILDIZ
Res. Assist. PhD. Elif ÇELİK
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Informing the academic and administrative staff of the Faculty of Health Sciences about nutrition-related diseases common in women within the scope of International Women's Day |
The informative brochures we prepared about healthy eating habits under the consultancy of our Nutrition and Dietetics Department Head Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aliye KUYUMCU were distributed to the academic and administrative staff of the Faculty of Health Sciences. In addition, a traditional Marteniçka was given as a gift and a memory was left with the wish of a healthy future. |
EVIDENCE |
| 2024 |
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aliye KUYUMCU
Asst. Prof. Hatice BÖLÜKBAŞI
Asst. Prof.Müberra YILDIZ
Res. Assist. PhD. Elif ÇELİK
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Within the scope of the 3rd International/6th National Health Services Congress (INHSC 2024), organizing a session with information on healthy nutrition followed by a workshop for the participants |
The 3rd International/6th National Health Services Congress (INHSC2024), organized by Süleyman Demirel University (SDU) Faculty of Medicine, was held on December 19-21, 2024 at the SDU Research and Practice Hospital and Faculty Classrooms. In this context, our department organized a workshop titled “Taste and Balance: Happiness Workshop and Good Life Meeting” moderated by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aliye Kuyumcu. In this session, the participants were first given theoretical presentations on “Popular Diets: Trends, Benefits and Facts” and “Diet and Snacking: The Power of Healthy Choices”, which helped to provide answers to questions in the media about nutrition. Then, the participants were given an application called “Happiness Workshop Without Refined Sugar”, and sugar-free snack recipes were prepared and information was provided about all recipes. |
EVIDENCE |
| 2024 |
Asst. Prof. Hatice BAYGUT |
In-service training for the personnel of various units |
Within the scope of Health Quality Standards and In-Service Training activities, trainings on 'Hand Washing Techniques', 'Food and Hygiene', 'Personal Hygiene' were given at the Hospital Conference Hall for the staff of the Cafeteria Services Unit of the Research and Application Hospital. Prof. Dr. M. Lütfü Çakmakçı gave information about 'Food and Personnel Hygiene' and 'Standard Portion Sizes in Mass Nutrition Systems' in the trainings held within the scope of Integrated Quality Management System for the staff of the Central Kitchen of the Department of Health, Culture and Sports at the Prof. Dr. M. Lütfü Çakmakçı Cultural Center. Afterwards, the staff responsible for the tea room and cleaning staff of our university units received 'Hygiene and Sanitation' training. |
EVIDENCE |
| 2024 |
Asst. Prof. Hatice BAYGUT |
Food Safety and Bioterrorism In-Service Training |
Prof. Dr. M. Lütfü Çakmakçı Cultural Center, “Food Safety and Bioterrorism” training was given by Dr. Lecturer Hatice Baygut from the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics of our Faculty. Prof. Dr. Hatice Baygut from the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics. In the training held within the scope of the Integrated Quality Management System for the staff of the Central Kitchen of the Department of Health, Culture and Sports, the participants put their theoretical knowledge into practice. |
EVIDENCE |
| 2024 |
Asst. Prof. Hatice BÖLÜKBAŞI |
Healthy nutrition education for primary school students |
Res. Assist. PhD. Hatice BÖLÜKBAŞI and students from the Faculty of Communication Prof. Dr. Hatice Bölükbaşı and students from the Faculty of Communication aimed to raise awareness of healthy living among young students. With such activities, it is aimed to improve public health by helping children adopt healthy living habits at an early age. |
EVIDENCE |
| 2024 |
Asst. Prof. Hatice BÖLÜKBAŞI
Res. Assist. PhD. Elif ÇELİK
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Conducting training for students and creating posters within the scope of World Food Day |
Within the scope of World Food Day determined by FAO, a training was organized to inform first year students about sustainability and the right to food. In addition, a poster was prepared to inform all health sciences students and staff. On the days related to the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, posts are made on the Instagram page and the web page. |
EVIDENCE (Training, poster and news evidence)
EVIDENCE (Instagram page)
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