ARUCAD 2026–2027 Academic Year Orientation Days Began

Arkin University of Creative Arts and Design (ARUCAD) launched its 2026–2027 Academic Year Orientation Days on Wednesday, 30 September, at the Kyrenia Main Campus. Throughout the three-day programme, new students are getting to know the university’s academic and administrative units while taking their first steps into university life at ARUCAD through workshops, competitions, student club activities and social events. The Orientation Days will conclude on Friday, 2 October, with a city tour in Nicosia, followed by events at the Bandabuliya Campus and a Welcome Party.

The programme began with a Welcome Address by ARUCAD Rector Prof. Dr. Asım Vehbi. Addressing the new students, Vehbi emphasised that thought, creativity and imagination are at the heart of the educational process at ARUCAD, and encouraged students to share their ideas, create and make the most of the opportunities offered by the university. Vehbi said, “Think while designing, learn while creating. Make sure you get your hands dirty. Work in all the workshops and studios and take part in every form of making.”

Vehbi also addressed the challenges students may encounter throughout their university life. Noting that making mistakes and occasionally making the wrong decisions are natural, he said, “It is very important that you recognise these things and never give up. You must get back up from where you fall and continue on your way with greater strength.” Vehbi emphasised the importance of students supporting one another throughout their educational journey at ARUCAD and viewing the challenges they encounter as part of their development.

Following Vehbi’s speech, student information sessions were held. After a question-and-answer session with the Faculty Deans and the Director of the Preparatory School, new students had the opportunity to become more familiar with the Kyrenia Main Campus through a campus tour.

Second Day Continues with Workshops and Competitions
The second day of the Orientation Days, on Thursday, 1 October, continues at the Kyrenia Main Campus with creative and social activities. Following the first event of the day, the Cat Photo Showdown, the Dialogues for the Future gathering is being held. Throughout the day, students are visiting the Student Clubs Stands and coming together for activities including Pasta Towers, a Graffiti Workshop, Mega Jenga, Design Your Own Character, Current Clash RC Race, Design, Paint, Wear, I Have Wings, My Egg and more. The day will conclude with a Table Tennis Tournament and Award Ceremony.

Programme Continues in Nicosia on Friday
On the third and final day of the Orientation Days, the programme will move to Nicosia. Students will have the opportunity to explore the city’s historical and cultural landmarks through a Nicosia City Tour. The programme will then continue at the ARUCAD Bandabuliya Campus with the “Move and Let Go with the Flow” activity and a performance by the Bandabuliya Modern Ensemble.

The three-day programme will conclude with a Welcome Party at the Nicosia Bandabuliya Campus on Friday evening. Bringing together new and current ARUCAD students, the evening will feature performances by DJ DREAMA and DJ PEL. The Orientation Days will come to an end with music and performances celebrating the beginning of the new academic year.