BY SA\u0130DA RUSTAMOVA (CTIS\/IV) <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Name:<\/strong> Rand Othman <\/p>\n\n\n\n Department:<\/strong> Architecture\/II <\/p>\n\n\n\n Country of Origin:<\/strong> Syria <\/p>\n\n\n\n What were your first impressions about T\u00fcrkiye? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n By the time I moved to T\u00fcrkiye, I had visited \u0130stanbul about 10 years earlier during the summer. I remember being really impressed by how diverse the city felt. There was such a strong mix of cultures, people and lifestyles, all in one place. There was a lot to explore from the old city to the modern gardens and scenery. I found it to be very unique. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What do you like best about Bilkent and T\u00fcrkiye? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the things I really like about T\u00fcrkiye is how each city has its own unique identity. When I think about places like \u0130stanbul, Ankara and Eski\u015fehir, they all feel very different from each other. As for Bilkent University, I really enjoy how calm and quiet the campus is. I know some people don\u2019t prefer that, but for me it really helps me focus and feel comfortable. And I think it\u2019s really convenient that the campus isn\u2019t far from the city and that transportation is available to help students go in and out of the university. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Are there any similarities between T\u00fcrkiye and your home country? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Probably the food…there are a lot of similar meals and desserts. Also, both countries have rich and important historical backgrounds, which really influence their culture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What will you miss most about Bilkent and T\u00fcrkiye? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Friends probably. While it\u2019s really nice meeting people from different backgrounds, it is also hard knowing that once everyone goes their separate ways, staying in touch will be challenging. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What\u2019s your favorite place on campus, and why? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n My dorm, probably. I get to go back there and relax after a long day of studying and lectures. It is my comfort space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What\u2019s your favorite Turkish food and why? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I enjoy \u0130skender and k\u00f6fte, mainly because of their rich combinations of flavors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where do you expect to see yourself 10 years from now? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I see myself contributing to society through my work. I hope to gain as much experience as possible from different regions of the world, learning from diverse contexts and approaches. Then I plan to use it to leave my own fingerprint later. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What\u2019s one thing you learned from Turkish culture? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hospitality is a huge aspect. It was very meaningful to see that sense of community here in T\u00fcrkiye. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What places have you visited in T\u00fcrkiye, and which one is your favorite? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I have visited \u0130stanbul, Ankara, Bursa, Eski\u015fehir and Fethiye. Out of these, I would say Bursa is probably my favorite. I really enjoyed its natural environment and the quiet, peaceful atmosphere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What\u2019s an interesting question or comment you hear frequently at Bilkent\/in T\u00fcrkiye? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n People asking where I am from. Sometimes they also ask if I can understand Turkish when they speak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Describe yourself in three words. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Thoughtful, driven, creative. <\/p>\n\n\n\n How is the studying experience at Bilkent? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Okay overall, but at times it can feel a bit challenging to take a break and step away from university life. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" BY SA\u0130DA RUSTAMOVA (CTIS\/IV) Name: Rand Othman Department: Architecture\/II Country of Origin: Syria What were your first impressions about T\u00fcrkiye? By the time I moved to T\u00fcrkiye, I had visited \u0130stanbul about 10 years earlier during the summer. I remember being really impressed by how diverse the city felt. 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