The first seminar presentation of the social responsibility and R&D project titled "I Have Questions, Academics Ask, Students Respond," conducted in collaboration between Istanbul Medeniyet University's Faculty of Islamic Sciences and Üsküdar Muftiate Office, took place on Saturday, November 25, 2023. The first presentation within the project framework was held at the Kısıklı Diyanet Youth Center of Üsküdar Muftiate Office from 14:00 to 16:00. The project's coordinator and leader, Assist. Prof. Osman Nuri DEMİR, delivered the presentation. The seminar, titled “They're Asking You about Atheism and Deism,” marked the commencement of a series of programs planned within the project. Participants included undergraduate and graduate students who had previously registered for the seminar. Dr. DEMİR, in an interactive presentation, provided his own insights and allowed time for students’ questions and contributions.
In the seminar, an introductory analysis of certain concepts believed to be relevant to the issues of atheism and deism was presented, framing the discussion within the context of associated problems. Meantime, additional insights were provided, considering questions and requests from the students. The youth center staff and participating students expressed their appreciation for the benefit of the program.
The first presentation in the series, "They're Asking You about Atheism and Deism," is part of a planned series of four seminars covering consecutive topics, and it is expected to be completed within the next month. Subsequently, the second seminar, titled “They're Asking You about Creed,” will be presented. We congratulate the academic staff involved in the project and the participating students, wishing them success in their endeavors.