MAKÜ students became second in Turkey at TEKNOFEST

At TEKNOFEST 2026 held in Şanlıurfa, the MAKÜ Hydro Technical Team achieved second place in Turkey with their successful performance in the Vocational Skills Competition Plumbing Category Free Level.

The team, advised by Karaman Vocational Training Center Electrical Teacher Tuğba Özdemir, included captain Eyüp Ural and team members Hüseyin Furkan Yüksel, Mustafa Bayram Süngülü, and Hakkı Taha Hartoka.

The team, which demonstrated a successful performance in practical tasks throughout the competition, brought Burdur's success in vocational education and practical skills to the TEKNOFEST stage with their achievement.

Rector Dalgar: “We are proud of our students' success”

Congratulating the MAKÜ students who achieved a degree in the Vocational Skills Competition held as part of TEKNOFEST 2026, Rector Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Dalgar expressed his satisfaction with the students' success.

Rector Dalgar emphasized the importance of students not only relying on theoretical knowledge but also demonstrating their professional skills in practical and competitive environments, stating,  “The success our students achieve by reflecting their knowledge and skills in the field makes us proud. I wholeheartedly congratulate our students and advisors who successfully represent our university in organizations like TEKNOFEST that allow our youth to showcase their talents and develop themselves. The second place of the Hydro Technical Team is a beautiful example of the application and production-oriented understanding of vocational education. I believe our students will achieve significant successes in their future endeavors as well.”

Rector Dalgar congratulated team advisor Tuğba Özdemir, team captain Eyüp Ural, and team members Hüseyin Furkan Yüksel, Mustafa Bayram Süngülü, and Hakkı Taha Hartoka, wishing them continued success.