On Sunday, October 8, nearly 40 Bilkenters were ready at the starting line of the cycling tour, near the East Campus Sports Hall. They included Bilkenters of all ages as well as friends and guests. The two 5.5 km routes took competitors from East Campus to Main Campus. Students who[Read More…]
Sports
“Sports as a Way of Life” Trekking
Nearly 20 individuals took part in the trekking activities held during the “Sports as a Way of Life” activity on October 7. The participants covered a distance of about five km, walking two laps around Bilkent Lake. Students who completed the event were given a GE250/251 score.
Track and Field Throwing Event
The “Bilkent Sports Games” track and field throwing events, organized by the Physical Education and Sports Center, took place on September 27. A total of 10 students participated in the women and men’s competition categories. The names of the finishers with the four best throws in each category are listed[Read More…]
Trekking and Track and Field Sprint
Nearly 150 individuals took part in trekking during the “Sports as a Way of Life” activity on September 24. The participants covered a distance of about five km by walking two laps around Bilkent Lake.The “Bilkent Sports Games” track and field sprint competition, organized by the Physical Education and Sports[Read More…]
Track and Field Throwing Events and Cycling Tour
The “Sports as a Way of Life” cycling tour and the “Bilkent Sports Games” track and field throwing events will be held September 25 – October 1, at the Stadium and East Campus. “Bilkent Sports Games” Track and Field Throwing EventsWednesday, September 27,6 p.m.Place: StadiumParticipation: All Bilkent studentsStudents taking GE[Read More…]
“Bilkent Sports Games” Swimming Competition
This term’s “Bilkent Sports Games” Swimming Weeks will take place October 3 – 15 at the swimming pool. All students are invited to participate in these races for men and women. Categories: 25m, 50m, 75m Freestyle, 25m Breaststroke, 25m Backstroke Times: Participants can choose the date and time they compete[Read More…]
Tryouts for University Sports Teams
Tryout sessions for university sports teams are taking place in September and October. The tryouts are open to all students who are interested in joining a team. AMERICAN FOOTBALLOctober 3–5, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.October 7, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.Place: East Campus-Mini Football Fields BADMINTON(Men and Women’s)October 13, 4[Read More…]
Fall Semester “Bilkent Sports Games” Tournaments
The Physical Education and Sports Center is organizing competitions in basketball, football and volleyball as part of the fall semester “Bilkent Sports Games.” For those who would like to participate in the tournaments, now is the time to organize a team. To register, fill out a team information form at[Read More…]
Bilkent in the University Olympics
The 31st World University Summer Games were held in Chengdu, China between July 28 – August 8 with the participation of 120 countries. Ahmet Turgut Taflan, Faculty of Law 1st year student, successfully represented our university and our country in the Fencing-Sword branch. We congratulate Ahmet and wish him continued[Read More…]
Fall Semester Sports Programs: A Great Way to Get Fit and Stay Healthy
The Physical Education and Sports Center has another great semester of healthy and fun activities scheduled for Fall 2023. The courses and programs being offered include group exercises (H.I.I.T., Fit and Fun, etc.), aikido, judo, badminton, ballroom and Latin dancing, Turkish folk dance, fencing, fit-boxing, kendo, Pilates, squash, table tennis,[Read More…]