Detailed description (English): On 22 September 2025 at 18:00, an event was organized within the Sakarya University Campus with 100 bicycles as part of the World Car-Free City Day. Coinciding with the opening of the 2025-2026 academic year, this important day was led by the Sakarya University Eurodesk Contact Point in cooperation with the Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality, Serdivan Municipality, and the Adapazarı District Directorate of Youth and Sports.
The 100-person bicycle cortege, which started from the center of the campus, attracted the attention of the students, while in the morning students also had the opportunity to get acquainted with Rowing Ergometer, Bocce, and Foot Tennis. In addition, starting from 10:00 a.m., a stand was set up where students were informed through Eurodesk about European education and training opportunities, as well as the significance of the European Mobility Week.
Detailed description (original language): 22 Eylül 2025 günü saat 18:00'de "Dünya Otomobilsiz Şehir Günü" kapsamında Sakarya Üniversitesi Kampüsü içerisinde 100 bisiklet ile bir organizasyon düzenlendi. 2025-2026 akademik yılının açılışına denk gelen bu önemli günde Sakarya Üniversitesi Eurodesk Temas Noktası liderliğinde ve Sakarya Büyükşehir Belediyesi başta olmak üzere Serdivan Belediyesi, Adapazarı Gençlik ve Spor İlçe Müdürlüğü ile birlikte organizasyon yapıldı.
Kampüsün merkezinden başlayan 100 kişilik kortej kampüs içerisinde bulunan öğrencilerin ilgisini çekerken, sabahtan Kürek Ergometresi, Bocce ve Ayak Tenisi branşlarıyla da öğrenciler tanışma fırsatı yakaladılar. Ayrıca yine sabah saat 10:00'dan itibaren kurulan standda öğrencilere Eurodesk aracılığıyla hem Avrupa eğitim ve öğretim fırsatları hakkında bilgi verildi, hem de Avrupa Hareketlilik Haftası'nın öneminden bahsedildi.
Target group(s): *University Students
Nearly 56,000 students studying at Sakarya University, representing diverse faculties, disciplines, and backgrounds. The event primarily addresses their role as active participants in sustainable mobility, healthy lifestyles, and European opportunities. Students are encouraged to explore alternative sports (rowing ergometer, bocce, foot tennis) while also being informed about Eurodesk and international education and training programs.
*Academic and Administrative Staff
More than 6,000 staff members, including academic personnel, administrative employees, and support staff, who play a key role in fostering a culture of sustainability and active participation within the university community. Their engagement ensures both institutional support and visibility of the event.
*Local Stakeholders and Institutional Partners
Representatives from Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality, Serdivan Municipality, and Adapazarı District Directorate of Youth and Sports, who contribute to the promotion of sustainable urban life, environmental awareness, and community well-being. Their participation strengthens collaboration between the university and local authorities.
*Broader University Community
Families of students, local residents visiting the campus, and external guests who witnessed or engaged with the activities. These groups extend the impact of the event beyond the university, fostering wider awareness of sustainable mobility and European initiatives.
Objectives: * Promote Sustainable Mobility
To highlight the importance of eco-friendly and sustainable transportation by organizing a 100-bicycle cortege within the Sakarya University campus on World Car-Free City Day.
*Encourage Student Participation in Sports
To provide students with the opportunity to experience different sports branches such as rowing ergometer, bocce, and foot tennis, fostering active lifestyles and wellbeing.
*Raise Awareness about European Opportunities
To inform students about European education, training, and mobility opportunities through Eurodesk, strengthening their knowledge of international programs and exchanges.
*Celebrate the Start of the Academic Year with Meaningful Activities
To coincide the event with the 2025-2026 academic year opening, creating a dynamic and engaging start for students.
*Strengthen Institutional and Local Collaboration
To enhance cooperation between Sakarya University, Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality, Serdivan Municipality, and Adapazarı District Directorate of Youth and Sports by organizing a joint activity.
*Promote the European Mobility Week
To raise awareness of the European Mobility Week’s goals, encouraging students to adopt healthier and more sustainable habits in their daily lives.
Partner: *Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality
Provided institutional support and visibility, contributing to the promotion of sustainable urban life and mobility within the city. Their involvement underlines the strong link between the university and local governance structures.
*Serdivan Municipality
Actively supported the organization by engaging with the local community and ensuring coordination in sports-related activities, emphasizing the role of municipalities in promoting health, youth participation, and environmental awareness.
*Adapazarı District Directorate of Youth and Sports
Contributed to the sports dimension of the event by supporting the introduction of rowing ergometer, bocce, and foot tennis. Their expertise and engagement helped promote sports as a tool for socialization and active living among young people.
*Sakarya University Eurodesk Contact Point (Lead Organisation)
Acted as the leading body of the event, ensuring that students were informed about European education, training, and mobility opportunities. The Eurodesk Contact Point also connected the event with the broader framework of the European Mobility Week, enhancing its European dimension.
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