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Demonstration by Extinction Rebellion on Campus
23rd April 2024Protesters from Extinction Rebellion and Scientist Rebellion protested on the campus against the presence of Shell and ING during the Economic Business Weeks Tilburg (EBT) last week. During their protest, they painted texts on the glass walls of CUBE and poured green paint over the university logo at the selfie spot and the elevator shaft of the library on the footbridge. These markings were made with water-based paint and have largely been removed.
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Election results for the University Council, School Councils, and Divisional Commissions 2024
19th April 2024Fractie Front and Independents have won the elections for the University Council, with five seats each. This is based on the preliminary election results. Last week, both students and staff elected new representatives for the university’s participation bodies. Thank you to everyone who voted!
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Unlocking entrepreneurial potential: Harris’ journey
17th April 2024At Tilburg University, social entrepreneurship is highly encouraged. We had the opportunity to sit down with one entrepreneurial student, Harris Kristanto, a member of Enactus. From ideation to implementation, Harris shares insights into the challenges faced, skills honed, and invaluable lessons learned along the way. ‘’We’ve realized that we had skipped a crucial stage.’’
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Security Guard Day: Three questions for security guard Khaled Khalid
26th January 2024Walking across the campus, you will undoubtedly have met them: the security guards protecting security on campus. Khaled Khalid, working as a dispatcher (a communications worker receiving incoming emergency and non-emergency calls) in Vigilant and as a security guard for the entire campus, answers three questions on his work in the context of Security Guard Day (February 1).
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Introducing the renewed DAF Technology Lab
24th January 2024The DAF Technology Lab is back in business! Originally located in Dante building, this virtual, mixed and augmented reality lab moved to CUBE and recently reopened. The lab offers opportunities for research, education and training. We asked Scientific Director Max Louwerse for a short video tour:
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Fundraiser for Ukrainians in the Netherlands
23rd January 2024A Human Resource Studies student organizes a fundraiser from February 5 - 7 in the Academia building for Ukrainian people in the Netherlands.
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Rick Janssen's Consecutive 3D-Archery National Titles
18th January 2024Rick Janssen, 24-year-old student pursuing a master's degree in Work and Organizational Psychology at Tilburg University, has successfully defended his national title in the category 3D-Archery Men’s Longbow on October 1st, 2023!
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Hans Haans new chairman of the University Council
12th January 2024The University Council has chosen a new chairman: on March 1, 2024, Hans Haans will take over from Rien Wijnhoven.
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Mikki Roberts and her junior field hockey teammates look back on World Cup victory
11th January 2024On Monday, December 11, 2023, the Netherlands won the Junior Women’s Field Hockey World Cup by beating Argentina. One of the players on the winning team is Mikki Roberts. She is a third-year undergraduate in Economics & Business Economics at Tilburg University and combines her studies with a tough professional sports program. Want to find out more? Read on!
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In Memoriam: Floris Boel
09th January 2024With a heavy heart, we must inform you that our Master in Finance student Floris Boel passed away at the age of 23.
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Individual study spaces available again without reservation
08th January 2024From January 29th to March 16th, 2024, all individual study spaces on campus, including the Library, will be available without reservation. You don't need to reserve via LibCal during this period. Collaborative spaces will, however, still be reserved through LibCal.
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Have a look inside the new Marga Klompé building [video]
04th January 2024When you are on campus, it is hard to overlook the brand-new Marga Klompé building, situated next to Cube and the Tias building. Marga Klompé is set to be operational by the end of January and is currently undergoing preparations to accommodate the first lectures. For a sneak peek inside, check out the latest episode of the campus tour.
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Our deepest sympathies for everyone affected by the tragic shooting at Charles University
22nd December 2023We are deeply shocked by the shooting incident that happened at our partner university in Prague. The shock following this terrible event is felt throughout our entire academic community. We express our heartfelt condolences and sympathy to everyone who is affected by this heartbreaking event.
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Meet the Entrepreneur: Emma Verschure
20th December 2023In this monthly Q&A series, we shine a spotlight on the inspiring (student) entrepreneurs who form the backbone of the IQONIC community. We present them a number of thought-provoking questions and ask them to reveal fun facts about themselves and their businesses. These stories serve as a source of inspiration for others and showcase the thriving entrepreneurial culture that IQONIC nurtures. This month we would like to introduce you to Emma Verschure!
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In memoriam Chris de Peijper
13th December 2023With a heavy heart, we must inform you that our IBA-student Chris de Peijper passed away at the age of 19.
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Registering for the bachelor's degree through OSIRIS
12th December 2023As of Tuesday, December 12, 2023, you can sign up or sign out for the bachelor's degree graduation ceremony through OSIRIS.
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Turn it for the better: How can VR help solve the global problem of unhealthy diets?
11th December 2023How can Virtual Reality technology help solve the global problem of unhealthy diets? Rachelle de Vries and her team are developing and evaluating an immersive multisensory VR food environment with 'Smell-e Technology' to research food choice behavior. Watch her presentation at TEDxBreda on this technology and the power of smell.
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Maintenance to Koopmans building – glass corridor closed
08th December 2023The maintenance work to Koopmans building is entering a new phase. From week 51, the scaffolding will be moved to the south side of the building. This will impact the accessibility of the underground bicycle storage in Koopmans and the use of the glass corridor. We have listed the practical information below.