Returning to Sheffield after more than a decade has been a mixture of nostalgia and new opportunities. I first came here in 2011 to complete my MA in Librarianship, and now, I find myself back as a visiting scholar at the Information School.
My time as a visiting researcher at the University of Sheffield has been truly rewarding. I am an academic staff at Harran University in Turkey supported for this visit by Tubitak (The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey). This visit has been a great opportunity for my academic and professional development. I am conducting research on artificial intelligence within GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums) institutions.
I have especially valued the support of my supervisor Dr. Andrew Cox who has guided me through this process. He is an extremely helpful, supportive and understanding person.
The University of Sheffield has provided
me with an excellent working environment, surrounded by helpful staff and
dynamic researchers. It's a place where you feel that your work is valued and
that you have every resource you need to grow. These facilities are a great
advantage for me to continue my academic studies in a comfortable environment.
Having access to the rich resources in the university library and conducting
research using these resources helps me to further my studies.
The city of Sheffield is a
fascinating place with its nature and outdoor activities. I am interested in
photography and hiking and Sheffield is a great place to develop these hobbies.
The parks, forests and green areas around the city provide opportunities to
spend time in nature. On weekends, I spend time on hiking trails, photograph
the beauties of the city and get to know my surroundings better. Especially
being close to the Peak District National Park satisfies this nature-loving
side of me.
The social structure of Sheffield
is also very colourful and diverse. The warm-bloodedness and helpfulness of the
people made it easy for me to adapt to this city. In this city where people
from different cultures live together, I had the opportunity to meet new people
by participating in various social and cultural events.
This time I spent in Sheffield
will have a very important place in my academic career. I believe that the
knowledge, experience and friendships I have gained here will make a great
contribution to my future studies and life. I would like to thank the
University of Sheffield for giving me this opportunity and Dr. Andrew Cox for
his support. I am also grateful to the staff and students here for their
hospitality. These experiences will be among the unforgettable memories of my
academic journey.
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