It is our great pleasure and honour to invite you to join us on Friday 12 May to celebrate the 61th Dies Natalis of the University of Twente. In 2023 the central theme of the academic events is societal impact. In other words, how does our education and research impact policy makers, businesses, and citizens outside the academic world?
At this year's Dies Natalis we will focus on the existential challenges we face in the climate and environmental crises. Sustainability is written in bold letters in our vision” Shaping2030”. We want to build a sustainable society and economy where no one is left behind through our research and education. It is an ambitious commitment that requires us to find new innovative solutions and to educate the next generation of professionals who will shape the world of tomorrow.
GREEN TRANSITION
The Dies lecture of 2023 will be given by H.E. Mr. Frans Timmermans, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission and responsible for the European Green Deal. He will discuss how the EU and its member states are trail blazing a green transition at home, decarbonising our economy and society and moving towards renewable energy while leaving no one behind. But also how the EU is marshalling partners globally to tackle the climate and environmental crises together. You can also expect an insight from colleagues Albert Vd Berg, Cheryl de Boer and a student from Green Hub on their personal pursuits for climate change.
Traditionally we will have an award ceremony and the celebration will be followed by a reception. It promises to be an inspiring and sociable afternoon!
REGISTER OFFLINE OR ONLINE
You have the option of attending in person, but you can also follow the Dies celebration online. Register here. To make the Dies Natalis online more accessible, there’s a live transcription in English.
For your agenda
Friday 12 May 2023 in Building Waaier from 14.15 the coffee is ready. The programme starts at 15.00 and will be followed by a networking reception until 18.30.
