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IGU ran for the children at the Istanbul Marathon!

On Sunday, November 6, 2022, Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) participated in the Istanbul Marathon for children. Participating in the marathon that started on the Anatolian Side and ended in Sultanahmet Square, IGU ran for LÖSEV (Children with Leukemia Foundation) and Make a Wish Association.

The 44th Istanbul Marathon was held, which is called "The only intercontinental marathon in the world". The marathon started 250 meters behind the 15 July Martyrs Bridge on the Anatolian Side and ended in Sultanahmet Square. Participating in the marathon with LÖSEV and the Make a Wish Association, IGU ran for children struggling with leukemia and life-threatening diseases.

STUDENT CLUBS RAN FOR CHILDREN

Istanbul Gelisim University, which always supports social responsibility projects, took its place for children at the Istanbul Marathon. The marathon, which was attended by Gastroart Club, LÖSEV Club, Aviation Club, Audiology Club, Child Development and Health Awareness Club, Health Management Club, Anka Club, Camp and Travel Club, started 250 meters behind the 15 July Martyrs Bridge on the Anatolian Side and ended in Sultanahmet Square. Last month, IGU interviewed the Make a Wish Association and stated they ran to fulfill the wishes of children struggling with life-threatening diseases.
Participating in the marathon to raise awareness and support children, Istanbul Gelisim University also took part in LÖSEV, which helps children and adults with leukemia and cancer. They ran from the Anatolian Side to the European Side for the children with the volunteers of the foundation that participated in the marathon with the "Koşar Adım LÖSEV" slogan.