What makes studying, living, and life in Twente enjoyable?
From June 2 to June 22, 2025, you can share your opinion in the Bruto Twents Geluk survey (Dutch). This annual study looks beyond statistics and asks: how happy do you feel living in Twente?
Filling out the questionnaire takes about 10 minutes, is completely anonymous, and gives you a chance to win a great prize package, including a “Gelukkig is er Twente” sweater. Make your voice heard – your experience matters!
Why this matters
Bruto Twents Geluk focuses on broad prosperity. Not just money or work, but also how you feel in your environment. Think of health, personal development, social connectedness, safety, and balance. All these factors contribute to how enjoyable it is to live and study in Twente.
Education plays a key role
As an educational institution, we contribute in many ways to the happiness of our students and the region. From high-quality programs aligned with the job market to attention to personal growth and well-being. We foster a safe learning environment, encourage social connections, and educate students who think beyond numbers and facts.
Students from the minor Sustainable Well-being in a Technological Society at the University of Twente have explored how education can contribute to Bruto Twents Geluk. In this minor, students learn what well-being means and how to measure and improve it – so who better to join the conversation? Their insights align with what we’re already doing and where we want to go:
- More focus on well-being in study programs
- Green learning environments that promote a healthy study atmosphere
- Social projects that create meaningful connections with the region
- Personal growth alongside academic development
- Better visibility of career opportunities to retain talent in Twente
Your voice matters
By participating in the BTG survey, you strengthen this message. Your experiences help us understand what truly matters to students in Twente. The results are directly used to improve education and the region in ways that matter to students.
Of course, educational institutions aren’t responsible for all aspects of happiness – nor should they be. Everyone in Twente contributes in their own area of expertise. That’s what makes building Bruto Twents Geluk so special!
About Bruto Twents Geluk
Bruto Twents Geluk is an initiative of the Twente Board. Together with all Twente municipalities, educational institutions, and entrepreneurs, they strive for a happy, healthy, and future-proof region. Every year, the survey examines how residents experience life in Twente. Because happiness is personal – but building happiness is something we do together.
