This conversation sheds light on how the University of Salamanca has become a global reference point for modern Assyrian studies and invites young Assyrians, particularly in the diaspora, to seize this educational opportunity.
Exclusive interview of Attra Media with Prof. Dr. Efrem Yildiz – Assyrian Studies at the University of Salamanca
This exclusive interview with Prof. Dr. Efrem Yildiz, professor at the University of Salamanca, was recorded during the 92nd Annual Assyrian Convention in Anaheim, California (August 2025) and produced by Attra TV.
Prof. Yildiz highlights the unique academic opportunities available at Salamanca, where students can pursue a full degree program in Hebrew and Aramaic Studies with a strong focus on modern Assyrian language, literature, and history.
He explains the structure of the curriculum—from undergraduate to master’s and doctoral levels—emphasizing its role in preserving Assyrian heritage and training a new generation of scholars and educators.
Beyond the classroom, Prof. Yildiz underscores the importance of collective research, community investment in education, and building sustainable academic centers for Assyrian studies worldwide.
This conversation sheds light on how the University of Salamanca has become a global reference point for modern Assyrian studies and invites young Assyrians, particularly in the diaspora, to seize this educational opportunity.
