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What do we stand for as a university? In challenging times like these, that question matters more than ever. Our mission and vision are more than lofty statements, and you help bring them to life every day – often without realising it. With the online Mission in Motion quiz, you can refresh your knowledge of our mission, vision and lines of strength in a quick and enjoyable way. You’ll also discover what we bring to the table together.
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Whoever steps into the right wing of the 16th-century Hof van Liere finds themselves in an oasis of calm on the Stadscampus. Behind the historic façades lies the Universiteitsclub: a refined restaurant where quality, hospitality and sustainability come together. Head chef Aaron De Ceuster and unit coordinator Nele Crabbé take us behind the scenes.
What makes a city healthy? And how can the university contribute to this health from different disciplinary perspectives? These were the questions behind an interfaculty reflection session organised by Lieven Janssens (Social Sciences), Jasna Loos (Medicine and Health Sciences) and Caroline Masquillier (Social Sciences & Medicine and Health Sciences). Sixty academics from a wide range of disciplines, as well as colleagues from Antwerp University Hospital and our association partners AP and KdG, exchanged ideas on how interdisciplinary thinking and collaboration can help make Antwerp a healthy city.
The brand-new Building G.W on Campus Groenenborger was officially opened on 14 October. Behind the facade lies a future-oriented building where innovation, sustainability and safety come together. The new chemistry laboratories housed here are taking sustainable chemistry research to the next level. Prof. Vera Meynen, chair of the Department of Chemistry, and Herman Van Looveren, domain coordinator Lab, show us behind the scenes.
A hike through the Portuguese countryside. A half marathon in Antwerp. What began as two separate initiatives by staff members at CORE – UAntwerp’s Center for Oncological Research – grew into a joint effort with one clear goal: to raise visibility and funds for innovative cancer research.
For the third year in a row, the number of first-year students at our university has risen. By 16 September, the total had already reached 3,405 new students, a 7.6% increase on last year. And enrolments are still coming in. Here’s an overview of the most notable figures.
If you travel within Europe for work, you know the rule by now: if your destination can be reached by train within eight hours, UAntwerp asks you to avoid flying. But even for cities further afield, the train is often worthwhile – especially if you opt for a night train. Researchers Katrien Danhieux (Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences) and Kathleen Andries (Faculty of Business and Economics) demonstrated just that last spring on their trip to Budapest. They share their insights on sustainable travel, practical tips and the comfort of a moving hotel room.
Every year, we look forward to Unifiesta, the UAntwerp staff party. This year’s edition – the seventh one – didn’t disappoint. With more than 1800 enthusiastic employees, it was a lively party full of music, socialising and tradition — a true celebration of who we are as a university: connected, open and full of energy.
At UAntwerp, we believe that health isn’t a sprint – it’s a choice you make every day. Exercising doesn’t need to be intense or time-consuming to enhance your well-being. From active commuting to short walking breaks, from running in the park to taking the stairs at work – every step counts.
Colleagues share their experiences, tips and small habits that bring more energy, focus and balance to their workdays. Be inspired by how they stay active – both literally and figuratively.
How can you respond as a witness to inappropriate behaviour without putting yourself in a difficult position? That question is at the heart of a new bystander training programme now available at UAntwerp. The initiative is timely, as Lien Smets, training officer at HR (DP&O), explains why the training is more important than ever.
This year’s Antwerp 10 Miles was more popular than ever: all tickets sold out in less than two days. Thanks to a collaboration with Golazo, UAntwerpen secured 625 tickets exclusively for AUHA students — and these were snapped up even before the regular sale began.
Design is about more than shiny lifestyle products or aesthetic objects. Design is essentially a way of thinking, a methodical approach to solving complex problems. This is the point of departure for the new postgraduate programme Leading Change by Design, developed by UAntwerp in cooperation with a network of experts. It’s a transdisciplinary programme that prepares students and professionals to take an active role in social transitions through design.