Name: Ceyda Güzel Department: ECON How often do you exercise? I exercise four to five times a week. How has regular exercise affected your life? Regular exercise helps me manage my time more effectively and increases my motivation by developing a stronger sense of responsibility. And, of course, it helps me feel[Read More…]
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Squash Tournament
The “Bilkent Sports Games” squash tournament will be held February 17–19, at the Dormitories Sports Hall. All students are welcome to this activity consisting of competitions in men and women’s categories. Dates and Categories: February 17: Women’s Beginner and Intermediate February 18: Men’s Beginner February 19: Men’s Intermediate Time: 6[Read More…]
CULTURATI Horizon Europe Project Completed with Final Event
The Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Action CULTURATI—Customized Games and Routes for Cultural Heritage and Arts, funded by the European Union, concluded with a final meeting and evening reception held on January 30, 2026, at Blenheim Palace Heritage Foundation, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the project’s flagship[Read More…]
The International Chronicles
BY EHSAN SHAREEF (CTIS/II) Name: Jenny Stenseth EikelandDepartment: POLS/III Erasmus+Country of Origin: NorwayUniversity: University of BergenWhat were your first impressions about Türkiye?My first impression of Türkiye was an unexpected Wi-Fi adventure, no signal without a passport scan, which felt both mysterious and a bit too sci-fi for my jetlagged brain.[Read More…]
Jason Hale Directs “Death of a Salesman” at Etimesgut City Theater
Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman” (Satıcının Ölümü) premiered at Etimesgut City Theatre (Etimesgut Kent Tiyatrosu) in a new production directed by Jason Hale, chair of Bilkent University’s Department of Performing Arts. Staged by the Etimesgut Municipality City Theatre, the production brings a foundational modern drama to audiences through a collaboration that also highlights Bilkent’s contribution to professional theatre practice in[Read More…]
UNAM Supports Digital Transformation with EU Funding
Bilkent University National Nanotechnology Research Center (UNAM) is taking part in the SENSOR-HUB project, which has been selected for funding under the European Commission’s call to establish European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs) in Türkiye. As a consortium partner in the project, UNAM will directly contribute to companies’ R&D and digital transformation processes through its[Read More…]
Funding Support for Bilkent Researchers from TÜBİTAK 1001 and TÜBİTAK 3501 Programs
The TÜBİTAK 1001 Scientific and Technological Research Projects Funding Program supports projects conducted at universities and research centers that aim to generate new knowledge and develop solutions to scientific or technological challenges. In 2025, a total of 35 projects from Bilkent University and the Bilkent National Nanotechnology Research Center (UNAM)[Read More…]
Accessibility Committee Established
The Accessibility Committee was established at Bilkent University on February 1, 2026, to develop and propose initiatives, suggest implementation and support coordination among relevant units to enhance the university’s social, physical and digital accessibility in line with contemporary standards. The committee members are as follows: Prof. Başak Baysal (Law), Asst. Prof. Burçak Altay (Interior Architecture and Environmental Design), Dr. Can Birand (Graphic Design),[Read More…]
New Café on Main Campus
Arabica Kitchen Fit, Bilkent’s newest restaurant, began service at the start of this semester. Located on Main Campus next to the Table d’hote Restaurant, Arabica Kitchen Fit offers a wide range of menu options each day. The menu includes low-calorie salads, hot meals, light snacks such as sandwiches, desserts and hot and cold beverages. The restaurant[Read More…]
Well-Being Days Continue
The 5th Bilkent Well-being Days, organized by the Psychological Counseling and Development Center and the Bilkent Teaching and Learning Support Center, will continue February 3–4, with in-person workshops and a closing talk at the C-Block Auditorium. On February 3, a series of psychoeducation workshops will take place between 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., focusing[Read More…]