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| We're finally going back to normal! From September 25, we may say goodbye to the face masks in the hallways and the 1.5-metre rule. Libraries and lecture halls will once again operate at full capacity. Another thing typical of lockdown that we may all say goodbye to is Zoom, which UU decided to ban. This newsletter also brings you the next chapter in the story of the students who were all packed up and ready to go on exchange to the USA, but had their plans cancelled by UU last minute. For a complete overview of our news and articles, visit dub.uu.nl/en.
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| Ministry sees room for accommodating students kept from going to the USA
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| The Ministry of Foreign Affairs finds that universities have adopted a much too strict interpretation of its travel advice for the USA. They shouldn't have forbidden students from going there on exchange. The universities will now meet with the ministry to discuss the issue. Read more
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| Just a little while longer until life at UU can be almost fully resumed
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| Starting September 25, all study places in the university will be available again. You can ignore the walkways and no longer need to wear a face mask. Staff members will be allowed to work at the office one or two days a week. Read more
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| More infringements to code of conduct registered during introduction week
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| Student associations have violated the code of conduct eight times during the last introduction week, which is more than in previous years. But the infringements are considered minor offences and the boards have responded well. Read more
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| Camp, 'the best way for everyone to get to know each other'
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| Study associations were met with this disappointing news in June, but an update sent in August made it all better: the university would allow them to organise an overnight event in September after all. Some associations decided to travel to a camp, while others are rescheduling their plans. Read more
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| Microaggressions, Macro-Affect
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| Blog - "A lot of people aren’t aware of how significant is the impact words can have, especially when they’re racially charged", writes our blogger Rafaella, who's Jordanian and American. "When I was applying to universities, I was told to apply with my American passport because I’d have a better chance of getting in." Read more
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| Student assessor: the voice of the student in the university's boards
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| UU's Executive Board is going to have a student assessor for the first time ever. The position already existed within the faculty boards. But what does a student assessor do, really? DUB spoke with three students who hold that role. Read more
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| Utrecht student wins 50,000 euros with scratching card bought at De Uithof
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| The academic year is beginning on a high note for a Utrecht-based student. A scratch card purchased at stationery store Primera, located in the Utrecht Science Park, has yielded 50,000 euros. Read more
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| Campus columnist Lili Szarvas feels a bit awkward upon returning to a crowded campus. Life seems to have gone back to normal at the university, but interacting with other people feels surprisingly uncomfortable. Read more
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| Without blinders on, academia offers a lot more perspective
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| Opinion - A broader perception of Recognition and Rewards offers great opportunities and a much more pleasant working environment, argue Bianca Kramer (University Library) and Martijn Huysmans (Economics). Read more
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| A shorter academic year: that's hard to do
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| More peace and quiet. That's what a group of young Dutch scientists has in mind for students and teachers. Their proposition to shorten the academic year makes perfect sense, but discussions about a different annual schedule always come to a halt at UU. Read more
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| UU teachers are no longer allowed to teach online classes through Zoom. The video call service is no longer allowed for virtual meetings either. Due to privacy concerns, the Executive Board is set to urge other Dutch universities to stop using Zoom as well. Read more
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| Workload at the Faculty of Humanities can only be relieved with extra money
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| The Faculty of Humanities has a plan in place to lower their employees' workload, but it’s already clear that the measures will not suffice. “We can’t keep implementing cutbacks without making rigorous changes,” explains vice dean Ted Sanders and director Miranda Jansen. Read more
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| Back to the office? Don't forget your charger
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| Some UU employees are more than happy to return to the university's buildings, but not all facilities have remained the same. Some docking stations, for example, are different, so your laptop might not fit in the working station of your choice. Blame production delays and a worldwide shortage of raw materials. Read more
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| Gabfest or not, minister of education thinks university councils are right on track
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| There’s always room for improvement, but broadly speaking the consultative process in higher education institutions is in good shape. That’s the conclusion drawn by the Dutch Minister of Education, Ingrid van Engelshoven, based on a study done by research agency Berenschot. Read more
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| Mass sprint in front of Minnaertgebouw: La Vuelta 2022 date revealed
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| On Saturday, August 20, 2022, thousands of cycling fans will come to the Utrecht Science Park to witness the second stage of La Vuelta, also known as the Tour of Spain, whose finish line will be located on Leuvenlaan avenue, opposite the Minnaertgebouw (Minnaert building). Read more
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| Student rape: no need for the government to take action, says minister
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| There is “no need” for the government to take action to protect university students against sexual assault and rape, says the Dutch Minister of Education, Ingrid van Engelshoven. "There's already enough being done." Read more
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| Girls in STEM: much more common in other countries
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| Almost twice as many girls opt to pursue a degree in science or engineering in Germany, Italy and Greece, compared to the Netherlands. That's according to the annual report Education at a Glance, published by the OECD. Read more
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| Protest against student housing shortage: 'chicken coop for 750 euros'
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| Approximately 15,000 people, including many students, took part in a protest against the student housing shortage in Amsterdam. About 200 organisations supported the protest against the "colossal housing crisis", including BoKs, the organisation representing SSH tenants in Utrecht. Read more
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| Gold medal for Kramer and Voets: the successes and failures of UU athletes in Tokyo
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| Wheelchair basketballer Bo Kramer, a UU pre-Master's student, won a golden medal at the Paralympic Games in Tokyo. Other UU athletes also made waves during this summer’s Olympic and Paralympic Games. But there was disappointment, too. Read more
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| Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for the latest news about UU and university life. If you would like to share something with us, please feel free to send us a message. Prefer sending an e-mail? No problem. Write to dubredactie@uu.nl.
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| Read much more at www.dub.uu.nl/en. Coming up: an op-ed arguing that the university is taking the return to normality way too lightly and a story about enjoying the nightlife with a "Covid pass", the app confirming that you've either tested negative or you've been fully vaccinated.
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