Organised as part of Marmara University's Faculty of Fine Arts' 50th-anniversary celebrations, the "Great Gathering in the 50th Year" exhibition united faculty members from across Turkey. Featuring 500 works, it sparked discussion on art and design education's evolution. The panel "Critical Perspectives on Contemporary Art and Design Education" addressed current issues. By evaluating the contemporary Bauhaus tradition, this event highlighted the contributions of art education in Turkey.