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Preliminary elections results for the University Council, School Councils, and Division Committee 2024
19th April 2024Fractie Front and Independents have both won the elections for the University Council with five seats each. This is based on the preliminary election results. Last week was dedicated to representation for both students and staff. 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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General practitioner care for international students
15th April 2024As of today, international students in Tilburg can access general practitioner care provided by PrimaryCare for internationals (PC4i). PC4i offers temporary basic general practitioner care.
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Preliminary elections results for the University Council, School Councils, and Division Committee 2024
19th April 2024Fractie Front and Independents have both won the elections for the University Council with five seats each. This is based on the preliminary election results. Last week was dedicated to representation for both students and staff. 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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General practitioner care for international students
15th April 2024As of today, international students in Tilburg can access general practitioner care provided by PrimaryCare for internationals (PC4i). PC4i offers temporary basic general practitioner care.
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Logging on to Canvas and Osiris with Multi-Factor Authentication
15th April 2024Osiris and Canvas will be secured with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) by means of the Microsoft Authenticator app. This change will go into effect for Canvas on May 14 and for Osiris in mid-August. Please make sure you have installed the Microsoft Authenticator app and linked it to your account so you will be able to log on.
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Application period for Tilburg University Card successfully shortened
15th April 2024All new students and staff need to have a Tilburg University Card. However, both students and staff were confronted with long waiting times, of up to 6-8 weeks. The efforts to improve the application process have been successful: the application period has been almost halved.
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Recap Alumni Start-up Night
11th April 2024Last march it was time for the second edition of the Alumni Start-up Night, an event that was organized for alumni of both Eindhoven University of Technology and Tilburg University. Multiple speakers share their interesting stories with the crowd during a night which was dedicated to themes of climate, energy transition and entrepreneurship.
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No trains to and from Tilburg between April 28 and May 13
11th April 2024Between Sunday, April 28, and Monday, May 13, 2024, there will be no trains from, to, or via Tilburg. During these fifteen days, construction work will take place at Tilburg Central Station and at Tilburg Universiteit. In addition, ProRail will be working on the train tracks between Tilburg and Breda, and between Tilburg and Vught.
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Tilburg University has achieved several top positions in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
10th April 2024In line with previous years, Tilburg University has achieved several top positions in the 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject. Since 2020, our university has ranked in the worldwide top 100 in the broad faculty area of Social Sciences & Management. Our ranking rose from a 94th position in 2023 to a 88th position in 2024 in this area.
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Reviewing language policy and update Internationalization
02nd April 2024In this news item you can read about the language policy revision approach and an update on Internationalization and self-regulation. On Tuesday, March 26, 2024, the Executive Board has decided to review Tilburg University’s language policy, which dates from 2017. This has been prompted by current views on our own language policy, new technological solutions, and the anticipation of possible new legislation.
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The Easter hunt returns!
27th March 2024Join us tomorrow, Thursday, March 28th at 8:30 AM. The Easter Bunny has hidden 30 golden eggs filled with great prizes around campus. The golden eggs are hidden outside on the campus and inside the following buildings: Sports Center, Cube, Marga Klompé, Academia, the Library and Cobbenhagen. But keep in mind, they're in the common areas, not in lecture halls or offices. Ready to start the treasure hunt? Good luck!
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Anke Liefbroer deserving finalist in the national Teacher of the Year election 2024
26th March 2024Anke Liefbroer (Tilburg School of Catholic Theology) was honored yesterday as one of the four finalists of the national Teacher of the Year election in Theater De Kom in Nieuwegein. Our congratulations to the winner, Peter Pelzer (Utrecht University), finalists Hanneke Velthuijsen (Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences), Chris Attai (Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen), and of course our own Tilburg University colleague Anke Liefbroer.
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Just Ask: What questions do you have about the labor market?
20th March 2024The labor market is uncertain and in constant flux. With so much expertise at our disposal, we're introducing a new series: Just Ask. Here, everyone has the chance to ask a question about a societal issue. This time, the focus is on the labor market and talent development.
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Give your opinion on student housing
18th March 2024Tilburg University places great importance on student housing due to the persistent high demand. Fortunately, both the Dutch government and many housing corporations are prepared to expand their capacity for accommodating students in the future.
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New student organization FUST aims to represent all students in Tilburg
14th March 2024With a dynamic trio at its helm, Taylan Mete, Nikola Novoselec, and Thijs Jansen, FUST (Federal Union Students Tilburg) is a new force emerging to champion the rights and well-being of students from all walks of academic life.
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Festive opening of the Community Garden
14th March 2024March 12 saw the festive opening of the Community Garden on our campus. This Community Garden, next to Academia building, is a student initiative that was received with great enthusiasm and support by the Tilburg Young Academy. When the university proved to be equally thrilled, the dream could be realized! Thanks to the hard work of Tilburg Young Academy and Facility Services, the Community Garden is now a reality.