Eskişehir Osmangazi University Atatürk's Principles and History of the Turkish Revolution Application and Research Center (ATAM) is celebrating the 103rd anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Türkiye with special programs bringing people together both on television and within our city's historical atmosphere. Aiming to carry the founding values of our Republic, the struggle for independence, and the spirit of that era from the past to the present, this series of events will take place on Thursday, October 29, 2026. The celebration program will begin on holiday morning on Kanal 26. As part of the special broadcast themed 'October 29 Republic Day' organized by ESOGU ATAM, Center Director Prof. Dr. Volkan Marttin will appear as a guest on Kanal 26's popular program 'Misafir Köşesi' (Guest Corner) at 10:30 AM to share the foundations of the republican ideal and pivotal historical turning points with viewers. Later in the day, this historical journey will move to the heritage-rich atmosphere of Odunpazarı. Prof. Dr. Volkan Marttin will once again be the keynote speaker at a conference organized as part of the traditional 'Thursday Talks' in collaboration with ESOGU ATAM. Titled 'Today, 103 Years Ago: The Proclamation of Our Republic,' this special talk will meet audiences at the historic Sivrioğlu Mansion at 8:00 PM. All university members, students, and the history-loving people of Eskişehir are cordially invited to experience the enthusiasm and historical awareness of this momentous day together.