On Victory, Part 2

On Victory, Part 2

November 13, 2017

This is the second installment in a four-part series on Joseph Conrad’s novel “Victory.” The first part, which details the plot and the hierarchy among the characters, is available online at bilnews.bilkent.edu.tr/opinions. Lena’s character

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Sam Smith: The Thrill of It All

Sam Smith: The Thrill of It All

November 13, 2017

In the years leading up to his sophomore record, Sam Smith has been busy leading a double life. On one hand, he has won four Grammys and an Oscar; on the other, he has

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A Word From the Wise: Seniors’ Advice to Freshmen

A Word From the Wise: Seniors’ Advice to Freshmen

November 13, 2017

BY ALİ ADEEB (ARCH/IV) For most of us, a new role in life presents a variety of challenges and some surprises, too. Advice from someone who’s already been there can help get us through

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The International Chronicles

The International Chronicles

November 6, 2017

BY NAUSHERWAN AZIZ (MAN/II)   Name: Migena Gançi Department: Molecular Biology and Genetics/II Country of Origin: Albania What do you like best about Turkey? Turkey is such a warm and welcoming country, incredibly rich

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On Endocytosis and Loss

On Endocytosis and Loss

November 6, 2017

Our bodies are subtle and powerful. Of the countless things that can go wrong with them, very few actually do. But in such cases, where things go awry despite the inbuilt strong self-correcting measures,

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94 Years of Independence: The Anniversary of the Turkish Republic

94 Years of Independence: The Anniversary of the Turkish Republic

November 6, 2017

Deeper than a dream, more than a victory. Unforgettable, invincible. Greatest of the great; the rebirth of a nation. The 29th of October, Republic Day, marks a milestone in the history of the Turkish

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Music to Survive Midterms Week

Music to Survive Midterms Week

November 6, 2017

November comes with a bag full of surprises – winter is slowly approaching and with it the cold air of midterms week falls upon all Bilkenters. As the leaves turn from emerald green to

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A Word From the Wise: Seniors’ Advice to Freshmen

A Word From the Wise: Seniors’ Advice to Freshmen

November 6, 2017

BY ALİ ADEEB (ARCH/IV) For most of us, a new role in life presents a variety of challenges and some surprises, too. Advice from someone who’s already been there can help get us through

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