Name: Akif Ertuğrul Öztürk Department: Architecture How often do you exercise? I exercise at least two to three times aweek. How has regular exercise affected your life? I’m feeling happy and more confidentand healthier. What do you suggest to those who are just taking up a sport or starting to[Read More…]
Profiles
The International Chronicles
BY MAHİR HASSAN MİAN (ECON/III) Name: Roshaan Ahmad Department: Management Country of Origin: Pakistan What were your first impressions about Türkiye? My first impressions of Turkey were its vibrant culture, warm hospitality, and rich history. I was impressed by how modern and traditional elements blend seamlessly together. What do you[Read More…]
The Sporting Life
Name: Pınar Erman Department: Management How often do you exercise? I exercise four days a week. How has regular exercise affected your life? It has affected my life positively. It provides me a positive lifestyle that allows me to maintain my mental stability and physical health. What do you suggest[Read More…]
FACULTY Q&A: Interview with Asst. Prof. Jennifer Leigh Tipton
BY EKİNSU POLAT (AMER/III) Jennifer Leigh Tipton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Music. She holds a Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.) degree in Vocal Performance and Pedagogy from the University of Southern Mississippi.Currently, Dr. Tipton is teaching MSC 150 (Singing for Theatre I), MSC 255 (Vocal Literature[Read More…]
The International Chronicles
BY MAHİR HASSAN MİAN (ECON/III) Name: Miriam van Amerongen Department: MBG Country of Origin: Germany What were your first impressions about Türkiye? Türkiye is a beautiful country! At the beginning of my exchange, I was surrounded by kind, friendly and helpful people. They made me feel like it was a[Read More…]
FACULTY Q&A: Interview with Dr. Kumru Arapgirlioğlu
Kumru Arapgirlioğlu graduated from the Department of City and Regional Planning at Middle East Technical University and received her master’s degree in Environmental Planning and Resource Management from Florida State University. She received her doctorate from Ankara University, Institute of Social Sciences, Department of Political Science and Public Administration. She[Read More…]
The Sporting Life
Name: Ozan Aksakal Department: Law How often do you exercise? I exercise six days a week. How has regular exercise affected your life? I have self-confidence and muscle/brain coordination as a result. What do you suggest to those who are just taking up a sport or starting to exercise? Don’t[Read More…]
The International Chronicles
BY MAHİR HASSAN MİAN (ECON/III) Name: Haider Raheem Department: ME Country of Origin: Pakistan What were your first impressions about Türkiye? It was mesmerizing. I took a cab from the airport with two of my now best friends who were strangers then, Shaham and Huzaifa. I still remember sticking my[Read More…]
The International Chronicles
BY MAHİR HASSAN MİAN (ECON/III) Name: Leman El Aydin Department: Molecular Biology and Genetics Country of Origin: The Netherlands What were your first impressions about Türkiye? Since I was born, I’ve been coming to Turkey every year, and my impression has always been the same: incredibly hospitable people, delicious food[Read More…]
FACULTY Q&A: Interview with Pierre Yves Vandermeersch
BY PELİN SU UZUNCAGİL (AMER IV) Pierre Yves Vandermeersch is an instructor in the Second Foreign Language Program. He is currently teaching LNG 131 (German I) and LNG 132 (German II). After obtaining his MA in German Literature and Civilization at the University of Lille in 2000, he worked as[Read More…]