Library Week in Türkiye is an annual event dedicated to celebrating the importance of libraries and promoting literacy and reading culture across the country. This year marks the 61st anniversary of the celebration, with the theme “Productive Libraries.” As part of the celebrations, Bilkent University Library will host three events.[Read More…]
Author: Bilkent News Editorial
The International Chronicles
BY MAHİR HASSAN MİAN (ECON/III) Name: Saida Rustamova Department: CTIS junior student Country of Origin: Tajikistan/Uzbekistan What were your first impressions about Türkiye? I was really impressed by people’s patriotism and love for Atatürk. Also, how caring they are towards animals is amazing. What do you like best about Bilkent[Read More…]
The Sporting Life
Name: Elif Sünnetci Department: Materials Science and Nanotechnology How often do you exercise? I try to exercise at least four days a week. In addition to regular fitness workouts, I always dedicate extra time to my specialized sport discipline, shooting. How has regular exercise affected your life? Although exercising regularly[Read More…]
Celebrating Prof. İhsan Doğramacı’s Birthday on Bilkent Day
April 3, 2025, marks the 110th anniversary of the birth of Bilkent University’s beloved founder, Prof. İhsan Doğramacı. Each year Bilkent celebrates Prof. Doğramacı’s birthday as Bilkent Day, honoring his memory with deepest respect and affection. A celebratory concert by the Bilkent Symphony Orchestra will be held on April 14[Read More…]
Bilkent University Leads New Era in Sagalassos Excavations
Bilkent University has taken over the management of the Sagalassos excavations in Burdur, which had been led by KU Leuven for 35 years. The Sagalassos Archaeological Research Project, a leading interdisciplinary initiative, aims to further its exploration of the ancient city of Sagalassos in southwest Türkiye. Nestled in the Taurus[Read More…]
Bilkent Men’s Basketball Team Wins Championship
The Ankara Basketball Regional 1 League competitions, organized by the Turkish University Sports Federation, took place at Bilkent University’s Main Sports Hall, featuring 24 universities. The Bilkent University men’s basketball team secured first place in the group matches and went on to win the playoff competition, earning the championship title.[Read More…]
Graduate School of Economics and Social Sciences Online Open House Event
The Graduate School of Economics and Social Sciences Online Open House will be held on April 12, offering an in-depth look at 11 dynamic graduate programs and innovative research initiatives at Bilkent University. Qualifying full-time students are eligible for tuition waivers, stipend support, university-funded private health insurance and subsidized student[Read More…]
“Inspiring Women in Science” Seminar
Bilkent University National Nanotechnology Research Center (UNAM) hosted a special panel discussion highlighting the achievements, career journeys and inspiring stories of women in science as part of its International Women’s Day celebrations. Held on March 14, the event, titled “Inspiring Women in Science: Career Journeys, Experiences and Achievements,” attracted significant[Read More…]
Faculty Promotions
Miri Besken, faculty member in the Department of Psychology, was appointed as associate professor.
European Champions Meet Bilkenters
In an event organized by the Bilkent Marketing Club, Bilkent University recently hosted two European champions, Yusuf Dikeç and Şevval İlayda Tarhan. Dikeç and Tarhan are accomplished Turkish sports shooters, and they met with students at the Mithat Çoruh Auditorium on March 17. The event provided an inspiring opportunity for[Read More…]