Turkology Talks: The Formation of the Northern Turks (Tatars and Bashkirs) and the Process of Making the Idil-Ural Their Homeland: Between Historical Facts and Mythical Narratives

The IUS Turkish Language and Literature, Teaching (TLT) study program invites you to the 6th session of Turkology Talks.

This session, titled “The Formation of the Northern Turks (Tatars and Bashkirs) and the Process of Making the Idil-Ural Their Homeland: Between Historical Facts and Mythical Narratives,” will be delivered by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Erkan Karagöz, faculty member of the IUS Turkish Language and Literature, Teaching study program.

Join us for an engaging academic discussion exploring the historical and cultural formation of the Northern Turks, with a focus on the Tatars and Bashkirs, and the relationship between historical realities and mythical narratives.

📅 Date: 7 May 2026
🕑 Time: 14:00
📍 Venue: Conference Room, A G.15

We warmly welcome all students, academics, and guests interested in Turkish language, literature, history, and culture.