MARMARA UNIVERSITY II. INTERNATIONAL STAFF WEEK

“ERASMUS WITHOUT BORDERS: ENHANCING MOBILITY WITH DIGITAL ALTERNATIVES”

?Marmara University, Goztepe Campus, Istanbul, Turkiye

? October 20-24, 2025

Topic: Erasmus Without Borders: Enhancing Mobility With Digital Alternatives
Language: English
Participation Fee: 150 EUR per person[1]

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to invite you to our II. Erasmus+ International Staff Week, titled “Erasmus Without Borders: Enhancing Mobility with Digital Alternatives”, to be held in October 2025 at Marmara University, Istanbul.

In a world where flexibility and innovation define the future of education, this Staff Week aims to explore how digital tools and virtual mobility can complement and enhance physical mobility within the Erasmus+ framework. We will bring together academicians, international relations professionals, mobility coordinators, and digital learning experts to discuss current practices, share innovative strategies, and envision a more inclusive and borderless Erasmus experience.

Highlights of the Program:

• Best practice sharing sessions on virtual exchanges and blended mobility
• Presentations from professionals, academics and successful project coordinators
• Networking activities to foster future collaboration
• Cultural visits in Istanbul

This Staff Week offers a valuable opportunity to engage in dialogue, exchange ideas, and develop partnerships in a rapidly evolving international education landscape.

? Institutional Presentations

All selected participants will be asked to deliver a brief 10-minute presentation about their home institution, focusing on internationalization strategies, Erasmus+ activities, and any digital mobility initiatives. This will provide a great opportunity to build mutual understanding and strengthen future cooperation.

? Thematic Contributions Welcome!

If you or your institution have in-depth work, case studies, or research related to the theme “Enhancing Mobility with Digital Alternatives”, and you would like to present it during a dedicated session, we would be happy to offer a platform for you. Please contact us after submitting your application, via erasmus.staff@marmara.edu.tr to express your interest and provide a short abstract.

? Who Can Apply?

Faculty Members, Staff working in International Offices, Erasmus+ coordinators, project managers, and university professionals involved in diffirent areas are welcome to apply.

? Application Deadline: 10 October 2025

Apply now via this link: https://shorturl.at/kn7DM

Please note that spots are limited and participants will be selected based on motivation and institutional and country diversity.

We look forward to welcoming you to Marmara University and to an inspiring week of collaboration, learning, and cultural exchange.

For further inquiries, please feel free to contact us at erasmus.staff@marmara.edu.tr

Please kindly note that participants are expected to cover the travel, accommodation and living expenses through the Erasmus+ fund for staff training mobility (STT) available in their home institutions, or other funding opportunities provided by their home universities.

The final version of the Agenda will be announced after we complete the application period for International Week.

We are looking forward to welcoming you at Marmara University in Istanbul!

Details of the participation fee and payment instructions will be shared along with your official acceptance letter following the evaluation of applications.

Warm regards,

Office for International Relations and Academic Cooperation

Marmara University

[1]Includes activities, workshops, coffee-breaks, networking lunch, welcome dinner etc. Expenses regarding transport, accommodation, and daily allowance are not covered.