Batıray Rakıcı

Activist, Student, Technologist, World traveler, Writer/Editor

Batıray Rakıcı is a third-year student in the Department of Information Systems and Technologies at Muş Alparslan University. He is highly passionate about technology and continuously works to improve himself in the fields of software, information systems, and digital technologies. He aims to strengthen his academic knowledge with practical experience and to take an active role in technology-driven projects. Throughout his university life, Batıray has actively participated in student communities and organizational activities. In the 2024–2025 academic year, he took part in TEDx Alparslan University, gaining hands-on experience in the planning, coordination, and execution of a large-scale international event. This experience helped him develop essential skills such as teamwork, communication, time management, and problem-solving. Batıray Rakıcı also serves as a Board Member of the TEDx Alparslan University community, where he contributes to event organization, team coordination, and strategic planning processes. He values innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the power of ideas, and actively supports creating an inspiring and knowledge-sharing environment under the TEDx platform. With a strong sense of responsibility and a willingness to learn, Batıray aims to specialize in the field of information systems and to contribute to projects that create social and technological value. He is motivated to transform his skills and experiences into impactful outcomes and continues to grow both academically and professionally.

I am passionate about technology, learning, and self-improvement. I enjoy exploring how digital systems work and how they can be used to solve everyday problems. Beyond technical skills, I care deeply about teamwork, idea sharing, and creating environments where people feel inspired to think differently. Being part of student communities and collaborative projects motivates me to grow both personally and professionally.

Technology is not just about building systems or writing code; it is about creating meaningful solutions for real people. I believe that when technology is combined with responsibility, collaboration, and creativity, it can become a powerful tool for positive change. My idea focuses on how young people can actively shape the future by taking ownership of technology instead of being passive users of it. Through student communities, events like TEDx, and hands-on experiences, we can turn ideas into action and transform curiosity into impact. I believe that sharing knowledge, working together, and staying open to different perspectives are the keys to building a more innovative and connected society.

Software, Technology

My TED journey started not as a speaker, but as a volunteer and team member. Being part of TEDx Alparslan University showed me how powerful ideas can be when they are shared in the right environment. I witnessed how students from different backgrounds came together to create something meaningful, simply by believing in ideas worth spreading. Through this experience, I realized that TED is not just about being on stage, but about contributing, learning, and growing as a community. My story is about being part of that process—supporting ideas, learning from others, and understanding how curiosity and teamwork can create real impact.

People often see my interest in technology, but they don’t always notice how much I enjoy listening, observing, and connecting ideas. I am good at understanding different perspectives and bringing people together around a shared goal. I can stay calm in complex situations, organize tasks, and help teams move forward step by step. I also enjoy turning abstract ideas into practical actions, especially in collaborative environments.