Teaching Staff

Without enthusiastic staff members, the study would not be so engaging and interesting to the students. We have a diverse group of lecturers and mentors that guide the students as they develop themselves throughout I-Tech. But who are they? And what is their experience within I-Tech? Get to know them down below!


Edwin Dertien, Lecturer

The best compliment I got from a former student: "We are taught not to be afraid to become expert on a whole new topic overnight" - I dare say we're the most future-proof programme out there!

Edwin Dertien, Lecturer
  • Contact Information

    Office: Carré C3431

    Phone: +31534892778

    Email: e.dertien@utwente.nl



Kasia Zalewska, Lecturer

I-tech students are full of great ideas and often have an unconventional way of looking at problems. And they make stuff! I like working with them because they are so eager to learn!

Kasia Zalewska, Lecturer
  • Contact Information

    Office: Zilverling, ZI1054

    Phone: +3153 489 5296

    E-mail: k.zalewska-kurek@utwente.nl



Randy Klaassen, Lecturer

To help and support people in their daily live by designing, developing, and applying intelligent technology. Working with, understanding and development of the latest interaction technology. But also understanding the users in their daily life and their problems. Most of the time in the domain of health and well-being.

Randy Klaassen, Lecturer
  • Contact Information

    Office: Zilverling, ZI21201

    Phone: +31 53 4893811

    E-mail: r.klaassen@utwente.nl



Cristina Zaga, Lecturer

I-Tech/HCID is a vibrant interdisciplinary learning community. We design, make, reflect and study the technology of the present imagining what is socially desirable in the future. I am constantly inspired by the students who come from many cultures, disciplines and perspectives. It's a joy to co-shape the future together trhough an unique learning and teaching experience.

Cristina Zaga, Lecturer
  • Contact Information

    Office: Horst W254

    Email: c.zaga@utwente.nl



Douwe Dresscher, Lecturer

The future of technology is not about technical solutions and technical effectiveness only, but more on the combination with user experience and and use effectiveness. The strength of the I-Tech programme is in this combination between user/human related topics and technical topics. Within I-Tech, students have the opportunity to study this mixture to make a difference.

Douwe Dresscher, Lecturer
  • Contact Information

    Office: Carré CR3431

    Phone: +31534892047

    Email: d.dresscher@utwente.nl



Rik Nieuwdorp, Lecturer

I love sound. I love talking about sound. And I absolutely adore the enthusiasm and diligence of the I-Tech students and staff. So teaching here truly is a dream! :D

Rik Nieuwdorp, Lecturer
  • Contact Information

    Email: rik@claynote.nl



Eddy de Weerd, Lecturer

Nice programme with fantastic students. I'm inspired by their diversity and hope that they learn as much from me as I from them. It's great to be part of it!

Eddy de Weerd, Lecturer
  • Contact Information

    Office: Carré C2429

    Phone: +31534892661

    Email: e.l.deweerd@utwente.nl



Jörg Henseler, Lecturer

I-Tech combines a deep understanding of computer and media user behaviour with the creative design of technological artifacts. This fits like a glove with my scientific vision of building a bridge between design and behavioural research

Jörg Henseler, Lecturer
  • Contact Information

    Office: Horstring West, W244

    Phone: +31 (0)534892953

    Email: j.henseler@utwente.nl



Job Zwiers, Lecturer

I like the large variety of interests of our students, the drive of many, and the positive vibe. They learn from me; but I also learn from them

Job Zwiers, Lecturer
  • Contact Information

    Office: Zilverling  ZI1060

    Phone: +31616821021

    Email: j.zwiers@utwente.nl