Pre-University Program Government
Program Outcomes
The Government Academies, is an interdisciplinary and intensive academic program designed for high school students interested in law and politics. The program is conducted through courses, academic discussions, and practical work led by senior students studying at Harvard; it aims to enable students to criticall y evaluate today's global issues from a multidimensional perspective. Held on the ITU campus, this program instills in participants a culture of university-level thinking, discussion, and analysis at an early age.
This section not only provides students with comprehensive knowledge of law and political science, but also broadens their horizons and enables them to grow into visionary leaders who will shape the world.
For young people who don’t just observe, but take the floor and help shape the future.
Our Educational Leaders
Edona Cosovic
Harvard University
Undergraduate Student
Political Science and Economics
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Edona Cosovic is a third-year undergraduate student at Harvard University, residing in Eliot House. She concentrates in Political Science and pursues a secondary field in Economics.
In addition to her academic work, she serves as Co-President of the Harvard Albanian Students Association, Director of Outreach at PBHA Small Claims Advisory Service, and a writer for The Harvard Crimson. She is also an active member of the Harvard Foreign Policy Initiative and Harvard College Debate.
Emefa Dake
Harvard University
Undergraduate Student
Politics and Economics
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Emefa is an undergraduate student at Harvard University. She plans to concentrate in Economics,
She aims to pursue a secondary field in Global Health and Health Policy and to obtain a certification in Spanish. Alongside her academic studies, she is a member of HUEA and contributes articles to the Harvard International Review. She also serves as a First-Year Representative for the Harvard African Students Association.
Prof. Dr. Leyla Keser Berber
İstanbul Bilgi University
Academic / Legal Scholar
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Prof. Dr. Leyla Keser Berber, who has academic work in the fields of international law, human rights, and digitalized law, conducts courses and research at the intersection of law and political science.
Yasemin Yaşa Erkut
Lokum Ops Amazon Web
Services Partner
General Manager
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Yasemin Yaşa Erkut (1980) serves as the Head of Public Policy at Amazon Web Services Türkiye. She completed her education at Red Cross Nordic United World College in Norway and received her undergraduate degree in International Relations and Economics from Mount Holyoke College in the United States. She also studied International Trade at American University. Erkut began her career at the United States Congress and later served for nine years as a Senior Advisor at the U.S. Embassy in Türkiye. She has held leadership roles in public affairs, corporate relations, and health policy at Herbalife International, Mey|Diageo, and MSD. She has taken active roles in organizations such as YASED, TÜSİAD, and various business platforms, and served as the founding member and Chair of the Board of the Public Communication and Corporate Affairs Management Association.
Av. İsmail Hakkı İçoğlu
Attorney
İçoğlu Law Firm
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Attorney İsmail Hakkı İçoğlu, who continues his work with both a legal and practitioner identity, focuses on political science, public law, and the relationship between law and society.
Prof. Dr. A. M. Celal Şengör
Academic / Geologist / Historian / Philosopher
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Prof. Dr. Celal Şengör is a geology professor recognized for his academic work in the field of earth sciences. His research primarily focuses on tectonics, structural geology, and plate tectonics, particularly the formation and evolution of the Earth’s crust. In addition to his academic studies, he has a strong interest in the history and philosophy of science and contributes to the advancement and dissemination of scientific thought.
Program Schedule
| DAY | HOURS | PROGRAM DETAILS | EVENING PROGRAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAY 1 |
10:00 - 12:30 |
Welcome + Orientation (Arrival on Campus + Settling In) |
Bosphorus Tour |
| 13:30 - 17:00 | Classes | ||
| DAY 2 |
09:00 - 13:00 | Classes |
Panel Discussion Admission to Harvard |
| 13:00 - 17:50 | Workshop | ||
| DAY 3 |
09:00 - 13:00 | Classes |
Volleyball Activity |
| 13:00 - 17:50 | Workshop | ||
| DAY 4 |
09:00 - 13:00 | Classes |
Panel Discussion Industry Leaders |
| 13:00 - 17:50 | Workshop | ||
| DAY 5 |
09:00 - 13:00 | Classes | Treasure Hunt Activity |
| 13:00 - 17:50 | Workshop | ||
| DAY 6 |
09:30 - 17:00 |
Event Summit Certificate Ceremony |
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| 17:00 | Departure from Campus |
Services Included in the Program
- 40 hours of instruction from Harvard students
- Training Materials
- Project Works
- Activities and Excursions
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation in triple dormitory rooms
- Health Insurance
- Program Participation Certificate (Harvard Student Agencies)
Services Not Included in the Program
- Transportation
- Personal Expenses
