Cemil Türk is a student at Kabataş High School in Türkiye. He has earned recognition in economics, philosophy, and academic writing. For example, he was one of three global winners of the Harvard International Economics Essay Competition.
Cemil also represented Türkiye at the International Philosophy Olympiad. He qualified after placing first nationally in the Turkish Philosophy Olympiad. In addition, he was named a finalist for the Non-Trivial Fellowship. He has also earned multiple Best Delegate and Outstanding Delegate awards in Model United Nations. Through these activities, he has taken on leadership roles.
At CCIR Academy, Cemil researched humanitarian intervention. His paper, Kosovo, Syria, and the Shifting Norms of Humanitarian Intervention, was accepted at the South Carolina Political Science Association (SCPSA) Annual Conference.
The study examines international norms surrounding humanitarian intervention. Specifically, it compares the cases of Kosovo and Syria. Through this comparison, the research contributes to wider discussions on international relations and political science.
Presbyterian College hosts the South Carolina Political Science Association (SCPSA) Annual Conference. The event brings researchers and students together to discuss developments in political science and related fields. It also gives emerging researchers an opportunity to present their work and connect with the wider academic community.
Congratulations to Cemil on this achievement!
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