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 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…]
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…]
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…]
Miri Besken, faculty member in the Department of Psychology, was appointed as associate professor.
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…]
Bilkent University recently hosted a delegation of 10 staff members from the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO), led by Emily Krueger, Assistant Director of Global Learning, on March 19–20. The delegation engaged in meetings with the Office of International Exchange Programs, Registrar’s Office, Disability Services, Career Services and related academic[Read More…]
The Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture (FADA) is hosting its first ever Design and Career Incubation Days event on April 10 and 11. This event will provide a platform for students to get together with experts from the industry and major organizations to learn more about career opportunities, exchange[Read More…]
The student council mid-year assembly general meeting was held on Wednesday, March 5, to fill the recently vacated student council seats. Aral Çağrı Yurtseven (IR), Oğuz Furkan Öymez (LAW) and Munise Sıla Göçer (PSYC) were elected as new members of the executive board. Prior to this meeting, department student representative[Read More…]
The timeless epic “Iliad” will be presented on stage in an adaptation by Alessandro Baricco, directed by Işıl Kasapoğlu. As the second graduation project of the Department of Performing Arts students, the production brings to life Homer’s classic tale of heroism, ambition, loss and triumph, exploring the battles of gods,[Read More…]
