Originally a Turkish native, I have spent about 14 years in the U.S. I'm an Assistant Professor of Political Science.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love traveling and learning about other cultures and places. I am looking for making life-long friendships with fellow travelers.

Interests

sports (marathons, triathlons, tennis, basketball, hiking, biking, anything outdoorsy), intellectual conversations, good food and live music

• dining
• marathon
• traveling
• music
• live music
• cycling
• hiking
• sports
• basketball
• tennis
• teaching
• political science
• science

Music, Movies, and Books

Indie rock, blues, jazz

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I ran the NYC Marathon. Unbelievable experience!

Teach, Learn, Share

anything I read and experience. As a professor, I read, learn, travel and teach a lot.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My positive spirit. I will treat you like you are home.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Azerbaijan, Canada, China, Ecuador, England, Greece, Ireland, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Mexico, Netherlands, Puerto Rico, South Africa

Countries I’ve Lived In

South Africa, Turkey, United States