Gelisim News

University Dream Come True at IGU at the age of 62!

Ayten Baran, a student of Istanbul Gelisim University Graphic Design Department, turned her dreams into reality at the age of 62. Baran, who is now a senior student and doing an internship in Beylikdüzü Municipality, emphasized that she gave up her university education to raise her children, however, it was never too late to study in university.

SHE HELD MORE THAN 50 PERSONAL EXHIBITIONS IN 22 YEARS

Ayten Baran, a senior student at Istanbul Gelisim University, fulfilled her dream of going to university at the age of 62. Ayten Baran, who is a mother of 3 children, stated that she took a break from her education life to raise her children, but that university education was a dream she always wanted. She indicated the following:

“I have been interested in painting for 22 years. I have more than 50 solo exhibitions. My painting led me to study Graphic Design Department. In this process, my children were very happy with my decision to go to university. At the same time, my university and my professors have always been supportive. I returned to my education life with great motivation.”

Ayten Baran, who is an example to many students with her determination and hard work, will graduate in the 2022-2023 academic year. At the same time, Baran plans to continue her business life after completing her undergraduate education.