Sait OCAKLI

Sait OCAKLI is an Assistant Professor at Uskudar University. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto's Department of Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations (2017). His academic roles include student advising, committee memberships, and administrative responsibilities in areas like education and student clubs.

Education:

• B.A. in International Relations, Bilkent University (2000)
• Master’s in Political Science and Public Administration, Bilkent University (2001)
• Ph.D. in Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations, University of Toronto (2017)

Research Interests:
Dr. OCAKLI specializes in Russian and Turkish foreign policy, Black Sea studies, and Central Asian politics. His work delves into Early Modern Eastern European history, Ottoman-Russian and Ottoman-Polish relations, and the historical interpretation of Crimean Tatar identity. He explores geopolitical dynamics in Eurasia, particularly post-pandemic political and socioeconomic trends.

Publications:
His notable works include studies on the Crimean Khanate’s northern policies, Eurasian post-pandemic prospects, and comparative analyses of Soviet and Polish communist historiographies. He has also authored works on Tatarstan’s role in regional stability.

Advising and Administrative Roles:

• Student Adviser for 41-50 students (2021–present)
• Member of the Education Commission (2021–present)
• Club Advisor for Red Crescent and Ombudsman Clubs (2021–present)