Lecturer of the Graphic Design Department of the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design of our university, Assoc. Assist. Prof. Dr. Sofya Cihan Canbolat of the Department of Graphic Design of the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design, the social responsibility project 'A Warm Heart A Cool Classroom: Hand in Hand for After the Earthquake' was implemented to improve the educational conditions in the regions affected by the earthquake. The project was completed by supporting Döver Primary and Secondary School in Hatay's Antakya district, Defne neighborhood.
Within the scope of the project, three air conditioners with heating and cooling features were supplied and installed in the school's classrooms. Thanks to these air conditioners, students had a warm learning environment in winter and a calm learning environment in summer.
Thank You Message from the School Principal
Cihan Mansuroğlu, Director of Döver Primary and Secondary School, expressed his feelings about the project in a video. Mansuroğlu said, 'Thanks to this project, the educational conditions of our children have improved. We will never forget such meaningful support,' Mansuroğlu said, adding the project coordinator, Research Assist. Assist. Prof. Dr. Sofya C. Canbolat and the donors.
Research Assistant Prof. Dr. Sofya C. Canbolat shared her views about the project. Assist. Prof. Dr. Sofya C. Canbolat said, 'This project, born from a warm heart, not only met the physical needs but also brought hope, solidarity and a sense of achievement together. We are grateful to all supporters,' he said, emphasizing the importance of solidarity.
It directly contributed to the education process by improving the quality of life of students and teachers. Students with a healthier and more comfortable classroom environment could continue their education under better conditions.
The project directly contributed to the education process by improving students' and teachers' quality of life. The project team stated that they will continue to work for this solidarity to reach more regions in need in the future.