Umit Tatlican

Ümit Tatlıcan is a Professor at the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Adnan Menderes University. His career spans over three decades, with academic positions dating back to 1982.

• PhD in Sociology of Institutions (Ege University, 1997)
• MBA in Sociology of Institutions (Ege University, 1990)
• BA in Sociology (Hacettepe University, 1982)
• Nide Teacher Training High School (1976)

Research Interests focus on sociology of institutions, social theory, critical realism, and translations of foundational texts in sociology. He has contributed extensively to academic discourse through translations and editions of works by Giddens, Bourdieu, and other theorists.

Scientific Awards include multiple TÜBA textbook translation awards (2009-2013) and university-level copyright/translation recognitions for works like 'The Making of Sociological Theory' and 'Introduction to Social Theory'.