Başkent University gives great importance to the organization of various student activities in order to enable the students to improve themselves socially, culturally, artistically and vocationally.
Events with the participation of national and international scholars and specialists open up new frontiers for the students.
- Seminars
- Panels
- Symposia
- Congresses
- Workshops
- Conferences
The Sports Center
Open on weekdays and at weekends
The Sports Center, located on the campus, works in cooperation with national and international institutions to encourage our students to participate in the sports competitions and tournaments. Professional instructors guide the students in activities and sports such as:
- Football
- Volleyball
- Basketball
- Table tennis
- Aerobics-step
- American football
- Martial arts
- Dancing
- Chess
- Billiards
- Capoeira
- Yoga
- Tennis
In addition to the sports center, there is a multipurpose pitch for basketball, volleyball and football, an aerobics center and a gym. There are also two running tracks of 4500 to 5000 m, an athletics track, one turf and one astroturf football field, an indoor tennis court and many sports facilities located at Kızılcahamam outside Ankara.
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Festivals, alumni and student representation
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Spring Festivals
Traditionally held every year, they liven up the campus life with competitions, art activities, student fairs, music and dance shows and concerts. Student groups perform in different places, so students may express themselves and develop a sense of solidarity and cooperation.
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Alumni Association (BASMED)
Unites the alumni and employees of Başkent University under one roof and functions as a platform for communication and solidarity. BASMED supports students in their career paths; they may join the drama, photography and dance courses, the Alumni Day activities, concerts and special events.
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The Student Council
A unit accountable to the Office of the President that specifies, meets and improves the students’ needs as regards education, health, sports and culture. The president of the council is invited to the University Senate and Administrative Board meetings to submit the students’ suggestions and opinions.
Başkent University believes that it is crucial for all the students to actively participate in the administration of the University. The purpose of the Student Council is to form a dialogue between the students and the administration in order to provide for their cultural, educational, health and sports related needs.