| Are you worried about something? It’s okay to talk about it! We have listed in this overview (PDF) who you can turn to for what. Are you not sure where your question belongs? Your Study Advisor is always a good starting point. |
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Sign-up for a Roform class and more |
| From May 6th to 28th, you’ll have the chance to take part in a full programme of workshops, lectures, and events, all focused on student well-being. ✨ We’re kicking things off on May 7th with the Safe & Sound Festival, featuring workshops and talks on social safety. After that, you can look forward to a variety of activities: fitness classes, creative workshops, personal development sessions, and social events! 💪🎨👥 |
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Student stories: internationals navigating the Netherlands
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| Students Chanel and Bianca share their experiences as international students who moved to the Netherlands for their education. From culture shocks and academic challenges to making new friends and finding a home away from home, we explore the highs and the lows of studying in a new country. Tune in to enjoy their stories and get valuable insights on things you wish you knew before coming to study in the Netherlands! |
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Remaining non-teaching days |
- Liberation Day: 5 May 2025
- Ascension Day: 29 May 2025 > On 30 May 2025 campus is closed
- Whitsun (Pinksteren): 8 and 9 June 2025
- Summer Holidays: 30 June until 29 August 2025 (*This start date only applies when you don't have any resits).
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How to quit procrastinating |
| Did you want to study the whole afternoon but couldn’t manage to be productive? If you find that studying isn’t working, it can help to answer four check questions. Investigate what’s causing the procrastination and work on that. This video will help you finding the answer. Click the button below to go to the video. |
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Don't forget: register for courses 2025-2026 |
| Course registration for period 1 of the new academic year (2025-2026) opens on 2 June (until 20 June). |
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Do you need some fresh air in between classes? These are nice walking spots |
The weather is getting better every day. That's why our Insta colleagues filmed nice walking spots on and around campus. Take a break and get out there!
Tip: opposite the place where the Basket was located, you can find these lovely hammocks :) |
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Join in the UUlympics on 26 May |
| On Monday 26 May, the game is on during the UUlympics! The ultimate sports afternoon for students and staff of Utrecht University at the Olympos Sports Centre. From 12:00 to 17:00 you and your team can compete for victory and enjoy a fun, sporty day with fellow UU students. Choose from hockey, football, tennis, volleyball or dodgeball. Have you never tried a sport before, or are you a pro? Everyone is welcome to participate. |
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Student jobsJob banksPlease note: on the publication day of the newsletter a vacancy may already be filled.
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Twenty years of AI research at the faculty through the eyes of a professor |
| As a young researcher in Utrecht, he focused on studying artificial intelligence when this was little more than abstract science. Now he is a professor and AI has found its way into the very core of society as well as the university. Twenty years of AI research at the Faculty of Science, seen through Mehdi Dastani's eyes. |
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Gerard ‘t Hooft receives Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics |
| Emeritus Professor Theoretical Physics at UU and Nobel laureate Gerard ‘t Hooft has received the Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics for his fundamental insights into gauge theory and the Standard Model. The Breakthrough Prizes are known as the ‘Oscars of science’ and recognise the world's top scientists. |
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8 May: panel discussion about the position of women and gender diverse students |
| On May 8th, WICS and WISE+ organize a panel discussion about the position of women and gender diverse students in (bachelor) education at the UU. A diverse panel will share their experiences and opinion on this topic, and answer the audience's questions. Afterwards there will be a free borrel to meet each other and chat over a drink. This panel discussion is open to everyone who is interested in this topic! (So not just women and gender diverse students.) |
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