The Faculty of Law Jessup Team—Pelin Alan, Zeynep Balkan, Doğa Can and İlayda Soysal—became the first Bilkent team to participate in the international rounds of the Philip C. Jessup Moot Court Competition in Washington, D.C. Coached by Asst. Prof. A. Dicle Ergin and Grease Researcher Yeşim Köseoğlu (LAW/PhD), the team earned a highly selective Exhibition Team spot (one of only eight globally emerging teams) after[Read More…]
Campus & Community
Library Marks 40th Anniversary
The Bilkent University Library celebrated its 40th anniversary with a panel titled “40 Years of Bilkent University Library,” held at the Library Art Gallery with the participation of Rector Prof. Kürşat Aydoğan. The panel brought together three directors who have played key roles in shaping the development of the Bilkent University Library across different periods. Founding Director (1986–2005)[Read More…]
Administrative Appointments
Mr. Onur Şibil was appointed as Director of Human Resources Department.
Academic Administrative Appointments
Nail Akar was appointed as Acting Dean of the Faculty of Engineering.
Spring Fest 2026
Bilkent’s annual Spring Festival is taking place April 24–25 at the Main Campus Green Field and the Odeon. The fun starts at 5:30 p.m. on Friday and continues until 11:15 p.m. on Saturday—so come by and enjoy the festivities. The Radio Bilkent 31st anniversary party is set for Friday, April 24, from 8[Read More…]
SustainFest Promotes Eco-friendly Options
On April 16, SustainFest was held at the Spring Festival Area. The aim of the festival was to raise awareness about sustainability, waste management and eco-friendly practices. A wide range of activities was offered throughout the day, including sports events, Radio Bilkent live broadcasts and music performances. Visitors participated in improvisational acting exercises, tango performances, Tai Chi sessions and breathing and meditation[Read More…]
IKEA Shares Insights on Sustained Growth at Bilkent
At an event held at Bilkent this week, Pelin Akyürek met with students and shared her views on sustainable growth. As Customer Relationship Manager at IKEA, Akyürek emphasized the importance of consistency and investment in a growth system in the company’s approach to growth. Akyürek stated that this system brings[Read More…]
Bilkent Jessup Team: Success in Washington D.C.
The Faculty of Law Jessup Team—Pelin Alan, Zeynep Balkan, Doğa Can and İlayda Soysal—became the first Bilkent team to participate in the international rounds of the Philip C. Jessup Moot Court Competition in Washington, D.C. Coached by Asst. Prof. A. Dicle Ergin and Grease Researcher Yeşim Köseoğlu (LAW/Phd), the team[Read More…]
Bilkent Archaeology Konya Trip
On April 11–12, 2026, the Department of Archaeology, in collaboration with the Bilkent Archaeology Club, organized a weekend trip to archaeological sites in the Konya area. Students and faculty were joined by Rector Prof. Kürşat Aydoğan and Dean Prof. Simon Wigley. The Konya Plain is of exceptional importance for its[Read More…]
Spring Fest 2026
Bilkent’s annual Spring Festival is taking place April 24-25 at the Main Campus Green Field and the Odeon. The fun starts at 5:30 p.m. on Friday and keeps going all the way until 11:15 p.m. on Saturday—so come and by enjoy the festivities. The Radio Bilkent 31st anniversary party is set for Friday, April 24,[Read More…]