Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey

Hisarcıklıoğlu stated that his most proud project is TOBB ETU, and said that TOBB ETU is a project of the Turkish business world to bring a new generation to Turkey that thinks freely, follows information, learns fast, produces technology and invents.

Emphasizing that TOBB ETU is a big family with their students, graduates, parents, academicians and business representatives, Hisarcıklıoğlu said, “Praise Allah we are among the best young universities in the world today. Our scientific research programs are developing rapidly, and our number of graduate, doctoral students and faculty members is increasing rapidly. In this process, we also have graduates who have re-joined us as faculty members. We are flattered by the achievements of our TOBB ETU students, graduates and teachers. They represent us in the best way, both nationally and internationally.”

Hisarcıklıoğlu pointed out that the Incubation Center at TOBB ETU has become a project factory and that its teachers are among the most influential scientists in the world. TOBB ETU has become a university that exports ideas and technology to the world.”

“Maybe you will continue to work in the academic field, maybe you will start your own company, and maybe you will start life in public institutions or corporate companies. No matter what you do, no matter where you are, never lose your entrepreneurial spirit! This is the most basic feature that distinguishes you from others as TOBB ETU graduates.”

Advising the graduates, Hisarcıklıoğlu urged them to dream, set goals, work hard and not be afraid of losing, to bring new customs to the old village and to set their own rules and principles.

Emphasizing that the graduates are now part of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey family of 1.5 million people, Hisarcıklıoğlu said, “Wherever you go, which city, which district you go in Turkey, you have a door to knock on. It's up to you to turn this into an advantage. Always keep a close eye on us, your university. Be sure to become a member of the Alumni Association and participate in its activities. Remember, it's not just the know-how, it's the know-who era. Keep the TOBB ETU spirit alive for life. I believe that thanks to you, Turkey will be a prosperous, high-income country. This country needs young people like you. Do not marginalize anyone because of their language, religion, identity, opinion, sect. Whatever Turkey has suffered, it has always suffered from being captive to its fears, from seeing its companion as the other. As our greatleader Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk said; 'Great successes come with the help of successful young people raised by precious mothers'. That's you. We trust you, we believe in you. We're always there for you. May your path be clear.”