Prof. Dr. Ayhan TAN Honored on the 3rd Anniversary of His Passing
15.06.2026

PROF. DR. AYHAN TAN HONORED ON THE 3RD ANNIVERSARY OF HIS PASSING
The late Prof. Dr. Ayhan Tan, one of Atılım University’s former rectors, who left an indelible mark on the university’s institutional memory through his service and made significant contributions to its institutional development and academic life, was honored at a ceremony held on the third anniversary of his passing.  
At the memorial program organized by the Faculty of Business Administration, Zerlin Zaim, Vice Chair of the Atılım University Board of Trustees; Prof. Dr. Sıdıka Oya Menteşe, Member of the Board of Trustees; Prof. Dr. Serkan Eryılmaz, Rector of Atılım University; Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration Prof. Dr. Mehmet Mithat Üner, the late Prof. Dr. Ayhan Tan’s wife Nermin Tan, and former Ankara Governor Kemal Önal delivered speeches highlighting Prof. Dr. Ayhan Tan’s academic legacy, his contributions to our university, and the valuable impact he left behind. The program was also attended by a large number of academic and administrative staff.
As part of the program, a special video presentation featuring photographs reflecting Prof. Dr. Ayhan Tan’s academic life and unforgettable moments shared with his colleagues and family was shown. 
As Atılım University, we remember our esteemed professor, Prof. Dr. Ayhan Tan, who left a significant mark on the development of our university, with gratitude, fondness, and respect