CLEVELAND, WI–

Fulbright Visiting Specialist Selcuk Akgul will speak about aspects of the Muslim world at Lakeshore Technical College on Tuesday, April 8. The public is invited to take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn about political, cultural and business matters from a Turkish scholar.

Akgul is an education expert and lecturer for institutions and universities in Turkey and other places abroad. He lectures on business and innovation and also serves as a coach for entrepreneurs in Turkey and England.

Akgul will be visiting LTC as part of the Fulbright Visiting Specialists Program “Direct Access to the Muslim World.” The program “aims to strengthen resources for enriching understanding of relevant global issues,” according to the Fulbright Web site. The Fulbright Program is a U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ program.

Two speaking engagements are planned at LTC on April 8. From 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m., Akgul will speak on “A Turkish Muslim World View of Current Events: Turkey as a Role Model for the Democratic Secular State for Muslim People.” A reception will precede the event from 11:30 a.m. to noon.

From 4:15 p.m. to 5 p.m., Akgul will speak on “Doing Business in the Muslim World: The Emergence of Entrepreneurship and Education in a Developing Country.” A reception will precede the event from 4 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Both events will be held in the Lakeshore Building’s Lake Michigan Conference Room at LTC’s Cleveland campus. Light refreshments will be served, and there is no fee to attend.

RSVP to 888-GO-TO-LTC (888-468-6582), ext. 1821, or 920-693-1821. Walk-ins also are welcome. For more information, contact LTC International Education Coordinator Deborah Ryan at Deborah.Ryan@gotoltc.edu or 920-693-1695.

About Lakeshore Technical College
Lakeshore Technical College is a leading provider of technical education offering 100 career programs including associate degrees, technical diplomas, technical certificates, and apprenticeship programs. In addition, LTC offers distance learning, customized training to business and industry, and continuing educational opportunities.

Serving a 200,500-resident population in east central Wisconsin, LTC operates a main campus in Cleveland; additional learning sites at LTC Manitowoc and LTC Sheboygan; outreach centers at area high schools in Kiel, Mishicot, Plymouth, Random Lake, Reedsville, and Two Rivers; and 27 distance learning sites. LTC’s mission is to enrich lives and strengthen the economy by preparing a workforce that is skilled, diverse and flexible. On average, 79% of LTC graduates work in the LTC District which includes Manitowoc and Sheboygan Counties, and parts of Calumet and Ozaukee Counties. Visit LTC at: gotoltc.edu.