Akdeniz University, Faculty of Letters, Department of Archaeology

Social Awareness and Community Engagement Projects Coordination Office

https://tdp.akdeniz.edu.tr/

Coordinator: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Salih Gökhan Tiryaki
Course Instructor: Dr. Uygar Ozan Usanmaz, Research Assistant

Social Responsibility Projects Completed in 2025

Faculty	Implementing Unit	Project Leader	Project Title	Scope and Description	Project Duration
Faculty of Letters	Archaeology	Dr. Uygar Ozan Usanmaz, Research Assistant	AÜ-EF-AB-2025-P1 Professional Experience and Awareness in Archaeology Project	The project aims to enhance participants’ professional skills and career perspectives by providing field-based applications, experience with academic processes, and tourism-oriented entrepreneurial activities in the fields of archaeology and cultural heritage. At the same time, it seeks to foster a comprehensive awareness of museology, academic careers, and cultural heritage preservation.	25.09.2025 – 25.12.2025
Faculty of Letters	Archaeology	Dr. Uygar Ozan Usanmaz, Research Assistant	AÜ-EF-AB-2025-P2 Enhancing Social Communication through Archaeology Project	The project focuses on strengthening public awareness of cultural heritage through archaeological research and excavations. While providing participants with knowledge about ancient cities and archaeological sites, it also aims to promote heritage protection and prevent archaeological destruction. In addition, symposiums, excursions, and awareness-raising activities encourage interaction among different communities, support social communication, and foster a shared understanding of cultural heritage conservation.	25.09.2025 – 25.12.2025
Faculty of Letters	Archaeology	Dr. Uygar Ozan Usanmaz, Research Assistant	AÜ-EF-AB-2025-P3 Archaeological Field Survey Project	The Archaeological Field Survey Project aims to document and evaluate archaeological data through field visits conducted in and around the ancient city of Perge, while simultaneously promoting cultural heritage awareness among diverse segments of society, including students of the University of the Third Age (Tazelenme University). The project also seeks to improve the organization of the Department of Archaeology Laboratory and to enhance documentation and analytical procedures in accordance with scientific standards.	25.09.2025 – 25.12.2025