EMU successfully hosted the ‘4th International Conference in Communication and Media Studies’ organised by Eastern Mediterranean University Communication Faculty, Center for Research and Communication for Peace. Hosting a total of 17 sessions and 60 presentations, the conference took place at Rauf Raif Denktaş Culture and Congress Center under the heading “If You Wish Peace, Care for Justice”.
Chair of the Center for Research and Communication for Peace Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tuğrul İlter stated that during the conference, they had a chance to exchange information with international academicians who possess different experiences and perspectives. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tuğrul İlter also added that the conference provided a platform for civil community activists to express the problems they encounter.
The keynote speaker of the conference Prof. Dr. Oliver Richmond stated his pleasure in taking part in such a meaningful event and put forth that the conference reminded everyone that more research should be conducted to achieve peace.
Dean of EMU Communication Faculty Prof. Dr. Süleyman İrvan expressed his pride, on behalf of his faculty, in carrying out such an event which yielded positive outcomes.