Smart University Foundation
Global Foundation
Prof. Bassem Khafagy
Prof. Isra Hatiboglu
Dr. Giorgio Da-Bormida
Prof. Kamal Dewindi
Prof. Lela Melon
Prof. Omer Ozyilmaz
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A Global Forum Focusing on New Technologies, Sustainability,
and Best Management Practices for a “Smarter University”
About SUF25
Academia
Universities, Colleges, and Higher Education Institutes
Scientists & Researchers
NGOs
Local, National, Regional, and Int’l Higher Education Organizations
Corporations
Governments
University 4.0: Concepts & Solutions for a “Smarter University“
S-U-F focuses on “Smart University” as an innovative holistic concept for expanding the understanding & implementation of new technologies, sustainability transformations, best academic practices, current trends in management, and quality for a better future of universities. It will feature a number of coordinated forums, presentations, reports, and panel discussion on topics of current interest regarding the future of universities.
A SMART UNIVERSITY
- A SMART UNIVERSITY is “A university which enhances the education, research, and work experience of stakeholders by incorporating innovative technologies, creative operations, higher quality and ranking standards, and cutting-edge governance for the betterment of the society at-large”
- A “Smart University” would identify astute and acceptable ways in which universities and their graduates can enhance the contributions they make to society, to a university’s cultural heritage and to the future of its wider community.
- A “Smart University” is not a destination, or a milestone. It is rather a continuation of the journey of progress of universities’ role to serve humanity.
Find Out More About SUF25
The ideas and strategies you will learn from SUF25 Speakers through different sessions, workshops, panel discussions, and round-tables, will enrich your awareness of “Smart Universities”, and can be implemented back home at your own institution. Additionally, you will:
Authors & Experts & Presenters
Prof. Dr. Kamal Kant Dwivedi
Senior Vice-President
Prof. Dr. Omer Ozyilmaz
President's Advisor
Dr. Anke Beck
CEO, Foresight GmbH
Prof. Bassem K. Khafagy
Secretary General
Presenters: Authors, Experts, Consultants, & Industry Experts
The ideas and strategies you will learn from SUF25 Speakers through different sessions, workshops, panel discussions, and round-tables, will enrich your awareness of “Smart Universities”, and can be implemented back home at your own institution. Additionally, you will:
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- Learn from prominent speakers during information-packed sessions.
- Join forums with top presenters to exchange ideas, best practices, and expertise on “smart university” related fields.
- Gain breakthrough insights from industry and business experts in academia.
- Take advantage of the cross-industry nature of SUF25, and gain fresh perspectives from other institutions and organizations.
- The list of authors, presenters, consultants, and industry experts will always be updated on the site.
Universities
Students
Staff & Employees
Academicians
Leaders
Tracks & Focus Areas
Track 01- Excellence in Education
Dealing with smart applications impacting lectures/notes, textbooks, libraries, E-Learning tools, exams, etc. Excellence in education is essential to achieve a Smarter University. Smart Education would provide professors, assistants, and students with an improved approach to practical experiences, and connections to other universities and colleges in their field.
This list of research and presentation areas may include:
- Technology Impact on Teaching
- Smart Tools to Empower Educators
- Cross-Cultural Teaching and Learning
- The Future of E-Learning & Online Education
- Online Universities
- Assertive and Assistive Educational Technology
- Student-Centered Approaches
- Outcome-Based Education
- Multilingual Classroom
- Virtual Simulation and the Future of Learning
- Globalizing Education
- The Curriculum Elements of Smart Education
- Personalization of curriculum
- IoT Implementations in Universities
- Blockchain in Higher Education
- Smart Serious Games in Higher Education
Track 02- Innovative Research
Smart tools are affecting activities in research labs, graduate programs, international cooperation, research tools, conferences, etc. Smart research would enhance the university’s ability to expand its roots in the understanding and critical awareness of basic knowledge, realistic competencies, and the search for practical applications to advance the industry.
This list of research and presentation areas may include:
- Virtual Labs and Smart Research
- Innovative Tools in Curriculum Research and Development
- The Future of Libraries in Universities
- Smart Innovations in Universities
- Creating Smart Research Platforms in Smart Universities
- International Collaboration in Research
- Innovations in Research Tools for Universities
- Open Access and The Future of Research Publishing
- Remote Collaborations in Research
- Research Fund Management
- Intellectual Property Management
- Funding and Grants for Faculty and Students
Track 03- Empowerment & Quality
University stakeholders include students, professors, staff and employees, leaders and executives, etc. Focus on learning and teaching skills will lead to more knowledge production in instruction and research, and smarter graduates as well. No real “smart university” can be achieved without empowering academic staff, employees, students, and executives.
Additionally, universities need to focus on how to achieve, improve, and maintain highest standards of quality, practice and policies relating to universities in the 21st century and beyond. It is also important to study the impact of quality assurance systems, procedures and methodologies on universities. Any good ranking system of universities must include in its core a real measure of quality.
This list of research and presentation areas may include:
- International Recruitments and Brain-Gains
- Empowering Students: from Acceptance Letters to New Alumni
- Faculty Development Strategies
- Staff training for Smarter Universities
- Leading in Academic Departments and Colleges
- Measuring Smartness in Universities
- Quality Assurance, Ranking, and Accreditation in Higher Education
- Quality & New Technologies for Higher Education Institutions
- Performance-Based Mentorship
- Internationalization and Language Education
- Universities Role in public Policies
- Influence assessment
- University-Corporate mutual influence
Track 04- Collaboration & Recruitment
The world is facing new challenges for student and talent recruitment and admissions in universities. It is important to focus on means and tools to attract and retain talent in higher education. Additionally, universities must expand international academic cooperation and exchange between universities. The relationship between Industry 4.0 and universities is a critical element of global success.
The role of universities in implementing United Nations’ (SDGs) must be expanded to reach all universities globally. The ever increasing phenomenon of Corporate Universities would affect not only the future of education, but also the nature of universities in the future. Technologies adopted recently in universities and shifting to digital tools in education and lecturing has its positive impact, but also proven to be a hurdle for some students, universities, and even countries to overcome.
This list of research and presentation areas may include:
- International Academic Cooperation and Exchange
- Attracting Talent in Higher Education
- Benefits of Industrial-Academic Collaboration
- Industry 4.0 and the Role of Universities
- Improving Opportunities for Students and Faculty
- The Role of Universities in Implementing United Nations’ (SDGs)
- Corporate Universities & The future of Education
- Collaboration and Side-Learning in Higher Education
- Universities Collaboration Across Geography & Boundaries
- Risk Factors in Global Academic Collaborations
- Structuring a Global Collaboration
- Post-COVID19 & International Recruitment
Track 05- Sustainable Smart Campus
Including smart infrastructure, smart buildings, smart sensors, smart spatial data and analysis, etc. The campus of a “Smart University” will be “smarter” in energy use, air quality, water use, traffic flows and, health and wellbeing. Sensors connected to WIFI and mobile networks would – for example- collect temperature, humidity and other data for use by facilities staff of the “smart campus”.
This list of research and presentation areas may include:
- Reimagine a Smart Campus
- Security and accessibility of smart campus
- Spatial Domain, and GIS tools for a Smart University
- Data Mining in University Campuses
- Green Campus and Sustainability Issues for Smart Universities
- Architectural & Engineering Aspects of a Smart Campus
- Innovations in Smart Classrooms
- Biometrics in Higher Education
- Grid and Cloud Computing in Universities
- Smart Cards and RFID Technologies
Track 06- Governance & Influence
This includes best tools and practices in personnel management, budgeting, policies, procedures, registration, appointments, reporting, data representation, etc. The growing role of technologies in the functioning of universities is making administrators rethink the role they must have in a knowledge-based society. This role has been recently referred to as ‘‘Smart governance’’.
A smart university would also influence local community, business relations, government cooperation, international collaboration, patents, online presence, etc. It would focus on expanding its influence not only on local communities but also on the society and national interests as well. A smart university can and should make the world become a better place for all.
This list of research and presentation areas may include:
- Policy Issues for Smart Governance of Universities
- Management & The Future of Universities
- Strategic Planning in Higher Education
- Fairness and Equality in Universities
- Collaborative Leadership in Higher Education
- Strategies and Best Practices in University Marketing and Branding
- Smart Enrollment Management Strategies
- Student Engagement in University Governance
- Impact of Universities on Local Communities
- Leadership and Entrepreneurship in Universities
- University Social Responsibilities (USR)
- The Global Cultural Mission of University
- The Role of Media in Universities
- Globalization and Universities
- Integration of Smart City & Smart University Initiatives
- Strategy to Grow Engagement with Alumni
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Why SUF25
LEARN
Think, learn, and plan while listening and chatting with a diverse roster of VIPs, academic experts, industry-leading innovators, and visionary thinkers joining us in SUF25
EXPLORE
Find out about new knowledge, latest solutions, innovative ideas, tools and applications for a truly “Smart University“. Visit SUF25’s expo where you can explore and get to know more
NETWORK
Meet, chat, connect, and debate ideas with VIPs, speakers, experts, CEOs, and fellow delegates. Explore opportunities, collaboration projects, and even academic grants to expand your horizons
ENJOY
After each of the forum’s workdays, enjoy Antalya: the sea, the sun, the beauty of nature, and kindness of people. Maybe even take an extra day or two before or after to enjoy travel once again!
SUF25 starts with pre-Forum specialized workshops & seminars, and ends with post-Forum seminars, presentations, and a Student Fair. Join us Today
Tracks & Focus Areas
01. Global Forum
SUF25 is a global forum to focus on “Smart University” as a new holistic concept for a smarter university. It will include presentations by 160+ Int’l Keynote Speakers, Government officials, Industry CEOs and leaders, Experts, Consultants, Presenters, and Panelists. More than 600 delegates from 60+ countries would attend SUF25.
02. Leaders’ Boards
Round-Table forums of Chancellors, Rectors, Presidents, Vice-Chancellors, Vice Presidents, and Provosts of universities worldwide focusing on key priorities to form a continuing conversation about best practices for a “Smarter University”. Leaders’ Boards would also invite government officials, CEOs, and experts to expand and enrich discussions.
03. SUF25 Expo
A unique opportunity to reach potential buyers and specifiers of different services, solutions and tools empowering universities worldwide. Meet and learn from technology providers and explore state of the art R&D. Solution providers, and industry leaders will present products, services, and solutions in the field of smart universities.
04. Exchange Forums
Networking events to exchange services between higher education stakeholders and universities, in addition to debates of ideas between academic practitioners. Reserve a table for a one-on-one potential collaboration appointments with targeted universities, corporations, or organizations. Maximize the value of participating face-to-face at SUF25.
05. Workshops
Pre and post forum workshops for R&D research and innovative Ideas and solutions in the field of smarter universities. Seminars, posters, and solution presentations from researchers and consultants will be presented.
Applied and practical solution presentations and training would also be available to empower academicians, staff, and administrators.
06. Technology Seminars
Post forum seminars by industry leaders and solution providers will show demos and presentations on new technologies and innovative products for smarter universities. The new normal era would impact universities in many ways. SUF25 seminars would allow universities to capitalize on the opportunity for academic and technological change.
07. Students Fair
The Students fair will help universities and colleges connect with leading international education fairs from around the world. Universities would save time and focus on effective ways to recruit more high-caliber students and meet recruitment objectives. Students from the Middle East would also be included. The Fair will be held as a hybrid event; face-to-face & online.
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Present your Research & Solutions at SUF25
- SUF22 is being planned to provide attendees with deeper understanding of the status of the “Smart University” concept, tools, ideas, and to discover more about new developments and innovations in the field. Technology alone will not lead to smart learning or smart universities.
- SUF25 will address this concept and will offer a new approach for the future. It is a “must attend” for university leaders and executives, higher education practitioners, technology providers, academics, higher education NGO directors, and consultants who have an interest in expanding their knowledge, or becoming active in this rapidly growing field.
- SUF25’s official language is English. Turkish translation would also be provided for selected main functions.
Attending SUF25 will enrich your awareness of current thinking and practices in applications of technology to education. It will be of great value to:
Authors & Presenters
- University Leaders and Executives
- Heads of higher education agencies in different government
- CEOs of technology corporations
- Policy makers in the area of education and technology
- Faculty, educators, and administrators involved in education & technology in Academia.
- Educational technology researchers and practitioners
- Higher education consultants and practitioners
- E-learning vendors, experts, researchers, and users.
- Corporations offering technology services, products, or solutions for higher education.
- Product Managers from software and hardware companies serving universities
Pre-Forum Workshops
3 Full Forum days
Post-Forum Seminars
165+ Speakers
SUF25 Agenda
Monday 14 April 2025: Pre-Forum: Workshops & Tours
Pre and post forum workshops for R&D research and innovative Ideas and solutions in the field of smarter universities. Seminars, posters, and solution presentations from researchers and consultants will be presented. Applied and practical solution presentations and training would also be available to empower academicians, staff, and administrators.
Highlights of the Day
– Workshops & Seminars
– 1-Day Tours & Sightseeing
– Expo Setup, pre-open
– Evening: Early Bird Reception
Welcome to the Pre-Forum Day. You will receive your Forum badge, and registration pack.
Workshops Registration: [Optional] On-Site [Delegates, Speakers, and Experts]
Tours Registration: [Optional] For a 1-day of sightseenig & Enjoying Antalya
Content: Introduction – Basic Information
Coffee Break & Networking
Content: Detailed Knowledge & Applications
Lunch: Networking – Presentation
Content: Case Studies & Solutions
Coffee Break & Networking
Content: Conclusions & Practical Steps
Last Session: Certificates &, networking, and group photos
Welcome reception for our early birds, exhibitors, sponsors, and founders to the SUF25 Global Forum & Expo
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, Day-01: Forum’s Official Opening
SUF25 official opening will feature VIPS and keynote speakers. The exhibition will also be officially opened. Delegates will also have the opportunity to join the panel discussions in the track they prefer (out of 6 tracks). Leadership boards and exchange forums will also convene during the day.
Highlights of the Day
– Official Opening
– Exhibition opening
– Smart Leadership Board
– U2U Exchange Forum
– Evening: SUF Official Reception
Welcome. You will receive your Forum badge, and registration pack.
Workshops Registration: [Optional] On-Site [Delegates, Speakers, and Experts]
Tours Registration: [Optional] For a 1-day of sightseeing & enjoying Antalya
Welcome Notes: S-U-F Introduction
Welcome: Introducing S-U-F
SUF25 Opening: VIPs- Officials – Keynote
Plenary Session
Topic: University 4.0
Exhibition Open
Official: Open SUF25 Exhibition
Wednesdya, 16 April 2025, Day-02: Main Tracks
Welcome. You will receive your Forum badge, and registration pack.
Workshops Registration: [Optional] On-Site [Delegates, Speakers, and Experts]
Tours Registration: [Optional] For a 1-day of sightseeing & enjoying Antalya
Thursday, 17 April 2025, Day-03: Conclusions & Declerations
Welcome. You will receive your Forum badge, and registration pack.
Workshops Registration: [Optional] On-Site [Delegates, Speakers, and Experts]
Tours Registration: [Optional] For a 1-day of sightseeing & enjoying Antalya
Friday, 18 April 2025, Post-Forum: Seminars, Tours & Student Fair
Saturday , 19 April 2025, Tours Day: Academic, Shopping, & Sightseeing
Venue Details
Venue: NEST Congress & Exhibition Centre, Belek, Antalya, Turkey. NEST is one of most prestigious venues in Turkey, with latest technologies and top infrastructure for meeting venues. It enjoys the largest pillar-free hall in Turkey, with a seating capacity for up to 10,000 delegates in the main hall. Another 5000 m2 would be available for the global expo and networking presentations. Additionally, 24 meeting halls would accommodate all the parallel tracks and special functions of SUF22.
Belek-Antalya: Is considered one of Turkey’s congresses hubs. It is 32 km from Antalya Airport, and 30 min from the city center of Antalya. NEST is located in the very center of the regional top hotels with more than 38 hotels with a 36,000-bed capacity within 5 km. Transfer times from these hotels to NEST ranges from 2-10 minutes.
Antalya: called the “Turkish Riviera” due to its archaeological and natural beauties, Antalya is the place where sea, sun, history, kind people, and nature constitute a perfect harmony. It includes one of the most beautiful and clearest coasts along the Mediterranean. The city preserves its importance as a global meeting/conventions center. Antalya’s International Airport is one of the busiest airports in the region with two international terminals and one domestic terminal, and daily connections to many of world’s main hubs and cities.
NEST Convention Center, BELEK (Antalya), Turkey
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