Alumni newsletter - July 2022
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With this alumni newsletter we keep you informed about what is happening at the university where you – just recently or longer ago – obtained your degree. In this edition, among other things, the sad news about the death of Wim Kardux, the 2021 annual report, a look back at the first successful Sharing Days and two Utrecht researchers have won the 'Dutch Nobel Prizes'. This newsletter has a maximum of six publications per year.
A look back: the very first Sharing Days
In May, the Sharing Days took place for the first time. A new initiative by Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ and the Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ Fund, with various opportunities to contribute to the growth and prosperity of Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ. Special encounters in inspiring places were at the centre of the programme.
More than 300 alumni, students and employees have jointly raised 15,000 euros for various projects, including the Emergency Fund for students. In addition to this financial support we are much appreciative of the more than 100 hours of voluntary work we received.
It was a very successful week! Curious? Watch the after movie.
In memoriam Wim Kardux
On 25 May, we received the sad news that former board member of Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ and the Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ Fund, Wim Kardux, passed away. Wim Kardux started his studies in physics at our university in 1961 and has not left Utrecht since. He was a strong advocate of alumni relations and, played an important role in the development of connections with graduates at Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ.
Annual report Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ Fund online
In the lustrum year 2021, the Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ Fund supported many diverse projects by Utrecht researchers and students. In addition we launched several new initiatives. It was again a strange year with limitations and personal concerns. However, slowly things started to look up and we could look ahead. It was a year in which the ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ and the ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ Fund both celebrated an anniversary. The 2021 annual report contains personal stories that show the results of our joined efforts.
Utrecht researchers win 'the Dutch Nobel Prizes'
Biologist Corné Pieterse and sociologist Tanja van der Lippe will receive the highest awards in Dutch science this year, the Spinoza and Stevin Prizes. Both grants consist of a financial award of 2.5 million euros, to be spent on scientific research and activities related to knowledge utilisation. The researchers receive the prize for their outstanding, ground breaking and inspiring work. The Spinoza Prize focuses on scientific work and fundamental research, while the Stevin Prize primarily honours social impact.
Continue to develop yourself at UU
New knowledge develops at lightning speed. In your work you will undoubtedly need knowledge that was not covered during your studies. With the Continuing Education offer of Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ, you gain up-to-date knowledge and skills in order to be sustainably employable on the labour market. Based on the latest scientific insights. Whether it is a short course or a master with certificate or diploma, you can continue to learn at Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ for the rest of your life. Looking for a low-threshold start?
It happens in Utrecht
The university and the city of Utrecht are inextricably linked. As part of the city's 900th anniversary RTV Utrecht has portrayed six top researchers. The portraits show how their research has an impact in the Utrecht region and contributes to their respective scientific fields on an international level. It happens in Utrecht! Learn more about the research of Merel Soons, Wilfred van Sark, Daniela Salvatori, Roel Vermeulen, Karin Geuijen and Aoju Chen.
- More about Utrecht 900 and Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ (in Dutch)
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- On September 5, you are welcome to join the Start of the Academic Year 2022-2023 livestream
- Keep an eye on the calendar, there will be plenty of UU activities again from September onward!
ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ from the Faculty
At which Faculty did you study? Do you know what is currently happening in education and research in the field you once studied? You will find a lot of information on uu.nl/news. This time, the Faculty of Science has compiled a list of the most important news especially for alumni.
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