Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Turkey)

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey

Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Dışişleri Bakanlığı
Statue of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk in Embassy of Turkey, Washington, D.C.
Agency overview
Formed	2 May 1920; 104 years ago (2 May 1920)
Jurisdiction	Government of Turkey
Headquarters	Dr. Sadık Ahmet Cad. Balgat, Ankara
Annual budget	₺5.786.984.000 (2021)[1]
Minister responsible	Hakan Fidan
Deputy Ministers responsible	Burak Akçapar Yasin Ekrem Serim Mehmet Kemal Bozay Ahmet Yıldız
Website	www.mfa.gov.tr

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Turkish: Dışişleri Bakanlığı) is the governmental body responsible for conducting foreign relations of the Republic of Turkey. The Ministry is responsible for Turkey's diplomatic missions abroad and for the promotion of Turkish culture, as well as for implementing the country's foreign policy in accordance with its national interests. Established on 2 May 1920, its primary duties are administering diplomatic missions, negotiating international treaties and agreements, and representing the Republic of Turkey at the United Nations.^[2] The ministry is headquartered in the Turkish capital of Ankara^[3] and counts on more than 200 missions as embassies, permanent representation offices and consulates general, abroad. As of 2021, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs maintains 235 diplomatic posts worldwide. The current Minister of Foreign Affairs is Hakan Fidan, who has held the position since 3 June 2023. Memorandum of Complaint

To: Ministry of Higher Education From: Concerned Students and Alumni of Nishantashi University Date: June 14, 2024 Subject: Academic Integrity Concerns and Cheating at Nishantashi University

Dear Ministry of Higher Education,

We, the undersigned concerned students and alumni of Nishantashi University, write to formally lodge a complaint regarding severe academic integrity issues and the widespread cheating that has compromised the quality and reputation of our institution's education.

Background and Current Situation:

Rampant Use of GPT and ChatGPT: It has come to our attention that a significant portion of the student body at Nishantashi University is heavily relying on AI tools such as GPT and ChatGPT to complete assignments, exams, and even entire theses. While these tools can be beneficial for learning and research when used appropriately, their misuse for academic dishonesty is pervasive. This issue is particularly acute within the Faculty of English Language, where even the weakest students are using these AI tools to obtain higher degrees without genuine effort or understanding.

Lack of Faculty Oversight and Response: The faculty members within the English Language department appear to be either unaware of or indifferent to this rampant cheating. There is a notable lack of effective measures to detect and prevent the misuse of AI tools. This negligence undermines the value of the education provided and the degrees awarded by the university.

Impact on Degree Validity: The integrity of the degrees awarded by Nishantashi University is being severely compromised. Graduates who have used dishonest means to obtain their degrees are entering the workforce or pursuing further education under false pretenses. This situation not only tarnishes the reputation of our university but also devalues the degrees earned by students who have adhered to academic integrity.

Request for Action:

In light of these serious concerns, we urge the Ministry of Higher Education to take the following actions:

Investigation: Conduct a thorough investigation into the academic practices at Nishantashi University, particularly within the Faculty of English Language, to assess the extent of cheating and misuse of AI tools.

Implementation of Strict Measures: Mandate the university to implement strict measures to detect and prevent academic dishonesty, including but not limited to:

Enhanced plagiarism detection tools that can identify AI-generated content. Comprehensive training for faculty on recognizing and addressing cheating. Stricter examination and assessment protocols. Review of Degree Equivalence: Consider suspending the equivalence of Nishantashi University degrees in other countries until the institution can demonstrate substantial improvements in maintaining academic integrity.

Support for Honest Students: Provide support and guidance for students who have earned their degrees honestly, ensuring they are not unfairly penalized by the actions of others.

We believe that immediate and decisive action is necessary to uphold the standards of higher education and protect the credibility of our degrees. We trust that the Ministry of Higher Education will treat this matter with the urgency and seriousness it deserves.

Thank you for your attention to this critical issue.

Sincerely,