معرفی
Asst. Prof. Dr. Türkan ARIK is a historian at the Department of History, Faculty of Science and Letters, University of Iğdır. She specializes in pre-Islamic Turkic rituals, ethnic demographic changes, and Caucasus regional history. Her research focuses on preserving cultural heritage through ethnographic analysis of forgotten traditions.
Education:
- PhD (2006-2010): 'Pre-Islamic Rituals, Ceremonies, and Beliefs Among Azerbaijani Turks' from Nakhchivan State University
- MSc (2002-2005): 'Ethno-Demographic Changes in Nakhchivan' from Nakhchivan State University
- BSc (1998-2002): History from Nakhchivan State University
Research Interests:
Dr. ARIK's work examines pre-Islamic Turkic cultural practices across the Caucasus region, with emphasis on rituals related to nature, death, agriculture, and identity preservation. Her studies bridge archaeology, folklore, and contemporary ethnography to document fading traditions.
Academic Contributions:
She has published extensively on topics like tree-decorating rituals, rain-invoking ceremonies, and funeral practices in Azerbaijani and Iğdır cultures. Her 2021 book 'Kafkas Milliyetçiliğinin Anadolu'ya ve Orta Asya'ya Etkileri' analyzes cultural diffusion patterns.
Teaching:
She regularly teaches courses on ancient history, Central Asian Turkic history, and pre-Islamic Turkic cultures. Recent courses include 'Eskiçağ Tarihi ve Medeniyeti' and 'Orta Asya Türk Tarihi.'
Grants & Awards:
No specific grants or awards listed, though her active publication record suggests sustained academic engagement.
