معرفی
Fırat ÇALKUŞ is an Associate Professor at Kafkas University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Painting, with a primary focus on conceptual art, art education, and the intersection of art with social and neoliberal structures. He has held administrative roles including Department Chair (2016–2021, 2022–2025) and Vice Dean (2016–2020).
- Current position: Associate Professor (2020–present)
- Key responsibilities: Department Chair (2025–2028), Faculty Board Member (2022–present)
Education:
- PhD in Art Teaching, Dokuz Eylül University (2012–2015)
- Master’s in Art Education, Dokuz Eylül University (2007–2010)
- BA in Fine Arts Education, Dokuz Eylül University (2001–2005)
Research Interests span conceptual art frameworks, dialectical methods, neoliberalism’s impact on artistic practices, and the role of art in social assimilation. His work critically examines art’s evolution as both a cultural necessity and a reflection of societal violence and memory.
Artistic Contributions include international exhibitions like Troia (2025) and EU Exart (2023–2024), as well as solo shows such as Saçağın Altında Umutsuzluk ve Böcekler Üzerine (2025). He has participated in conferences including Kariyer Planlama Günleri (2022) and the Pamukkale Uluslararası Sanat Eğitimi Sempozyumu (2017).
