General Activities
The METU Public Relations Department began operating on November 15, 1966, by Rector’s approval. Now coordinated by Rector’s Advisor Assoc. Prof. Dr. Elif Sürer, it develops and implements projects to strengthen the university’s public image.
Traditional duties include:
- Carrying out tasks requested by the Rectorate
- Participating actively in internal communications
- Organizing METU Day
- Managing the Anı Ağacı website
- Preparing and distributing the “This Week Bulletin”
- Providing protocol services at all events
- Designing and delivering orientation programs for new students
- Planning ceremony logistics, including scripts and booklets
- Creating and sending event invitations
- Updating and distributing promotional materials
- Sending wreaths and flowers
- Printing and distributing calendars and agendas year-end
- Capturing and archiving event photos and videos
The department handles all steps—from gathering information to editing, printing, and distributing publications issued by the Rectorate.
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