- A Policy Brief Signalling Outside-inThis (recurring) briefing interprets the Strategy & Policy department's role in providing the UT with relevant information from the outside world. This is extra important in a constantly changing world, and the circumstances of the UT are changing rapidly. The briefing is compiled with colleagues from other departments and faculties. Visual April 2025 links to April 2025 visual Engels.pdf Policy Briefing April 2025 links to April 2025 Policy Brief ENG.pdf Visual October 2024 links to visual ENG def.pdf Policy Briefing October 2024 links to Policy Briefing Signalling Outside in Oct 2024 ENG.pdf Visual April 2024 links to Visual ENG.pdf Policy Briefing April 2024 links to Policy Briefing April 2024 Signalling Outside in ENG text.pdf
- Abbreviation list - UT ABCEven after working at the UT for many years you will still find new abbreviations you have never heard before. Find your abbreviation like UT departments, study programmes, etc in the UT ABC: www.utwente.nl/abc.
- Academic ceremonies and reoccuring corporate eventsReoccuring academic ceremonies and events: PhD defences ('promoties') PhD defences (Dutch: promoties) are organised by the Support Office of Twente Graduate School. See www.utwente.nl/phd-defences. Inaugural lectures ('oraties') New professors hold an inaugural lecture. See www.utwente.nl/oraties. Farewell meetings Professors who retire get the opportunity to give a farewell lecture. More information about this can be found on the page about farewell lectures. New year's gathering During the new year's gathering, the Executive Board looks back at the past year and looks forward to the next year, in presence of UT employees. The 'UT in de mediaprijzen' is awarded and there is entertainment in the form of, for example, cabaret. The gathering will be closed with a reception. The new year's gathering is organized by MC in order of the Executive Board. See www.utwente.nl/newyearsbreakfast. Dies Natalis The Dies Natalis, 'the birthday' of the University of Twente, is traditionally celebrated as an academic ceremony
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- BBR: Administrative regulations/Bestuurs- en beheersregelementDownload: Administrative regulations
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- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)Diversity policy & support
- Doctoral regulationsTwente Graduate School offers the regulations and charters for PhD and PDEng students: PhD section PDEng section
- Elections for participation bodiesInformation about elections of the various participation bodies at the UT and the UT Electoral Committee. This election page provides current information about upcoming or recently held elections for both the University Council and the decentralised bodies in the faculties and services. Documents for the elections Declaration of preparedness links to declaration of preparedness.doc Form candidate lists student section links to form candidate lists student section.docx General information When are the elections? From 16 to 20 June 2025, you can once again take part in the student elections for the University Council and Faculty Council. At TNW there are also elections for employees as the term of election is not yet equal to the UT-wide standard term for employees. Why is voting important? Your voice is crucial for strong student representation. This is the only way you can make a difference and strengthen the position of students (and employees) at the UT. By participating in the elections, you choose who best
- House rules UTTO GUARANTEE EVERYONE'S SAFETY, THE University of Twente uses HOUSE RULES. The campus of the University of Twente is a private property that is open to the public and where normal (traffic) regulations apply. The UT campus is an excellent location for parties and events. However, parties and events must satisfy some conditions to guarantee safety and compliance with environmental provisions. This protocol lists what measures must be taken when a party or event is to be organised on campus. This and a few other regulations that are related to the specific character of the campus area are illustrated below. Campus security Our campus security ensures that the house rules are enforced. Phone number: (+31) 053 489 2134. house rules The purpose of these rules is to safeguard order, neatness and security at the UT. They apply to every person on campus. Short overview Meetings after (office) hours Group meetings (>20 people) after office hours need to be registered. In some cases BHV (emergency response team) is mandatory
- Inaugural lecturesWhat is an Inaugural lecture? At the University of Twente, it is common that new professors inform the academic community about the nature of their discipline and their intended activity concerning that discipline through an inaugural speech (Dutch: oratie). The inaugural lecture will be also published as a publication. Although the publiction contains the text of the inaugural lecture, the book can be more elaborate and scientific of nature. The support of an inaugural lecture is provided by the support office Doctorate Board of the Twente Graduate School. More information Information about upcoming inaugural lectures and support is available via the Academic Ceremonies webpage.
- Internal auditThe University of Twente's Internal Audit department forms a component of the General Affairs department. Based on expert and objective research (audits and advice), the Internal Audit Department provides the Executive Board and the management team with additional assurance on the effectiveness and control of the operational management of the University, so that it can operate effectively. By issuing solicited and unsolicited advice, the Internal Audit department contributes to the control and quality of operational management, the provision of administrative information and risk management. Internal Audit carries out these audits and provides advice in areas including: (financial) accountability information of faculties and support services within the university; the effectiveness and efficiency of the operational management; relevant processes and underlying IT systems; cultural and behavioural elements. Examples of the above-mentioned activities are the review of funding statements, the audit of the university
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- ObituaryProtocol following the death of a member of the UT community In the event of the death of a (former) employee or student, there are various actions to be carried out by one or more colleagues. Below you will find a guideline for each situation, intended as a guidance because all cases are unique situations. In all cases, an obituary is written. The communication advisor of the concerned faculty/department can support in this process. More information on making an In Memoriam can be found below under the heading 'Guidelines for writing and distributing obituary messages and obituaries'. to REmember a person When a student or staff member dies, a memorial service can help to reflect on the loss together and to remember a person who has died. Managers, colleagues, and fellow students can consider whether such a meeting is appropriate. This offers the UT community the opportunity to say goodbye respectfully. If a commemoration is desired, it can occur on campus or at another location in consultation with the department
- ParticipationEmployee and student input is essential for the functioning of our university. Whether you work or study here, your input and ideas about UT policy matter and your opinion, approval, or advice are essential. Of course, your input differs from policymakers; precisely because you represent your department, colleagues or faculty, your input is essential. Codetermination is the place where you take responsibility, have influence, discuss policy, meet new people and contribute together to an even better university. UToday Special (April 2024) This is a magazine about participation, full of stories about students and employees who think along and co-decide on the policies of UT. The employee participation bodies form an essential bridge between the boards and society. They play an important role in good times and, perhaps more importantly, in difficult times. https://specials.utoday.nl/4628674/ Why is your voice important? Why should you apply for one of the UT's participation bodies? You will get something in return
- PhD DefencesTwente Graduate School coordinates all doctoral programmes at the University of Twente. Visit their website for more information about PhD defences. WhAt IS a PhD defence? A PhD defense is the achievement of the academic degree of doctor by writing and publically defending a dessertation, with or without theses, at a university, or supervision of a professor who acts as a promoter. The person who is defending the PhD is called a doctoral candidate. Which PhD defences are planned? At the TGS website, you can find an overview of all upcoming PhD Defences and an archive.
- Privacy, (cyber) safety and personal dataInformation related to privacy, (cyber) safety and personal data/GDPR is available on: English: www.utwente.nl/en/cybersafety Dutch: www.utwente.nl/nl/cybersafety Most requested: UT Privacy Policy
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- UT Incentive FundThe UT Incentive Fund is a funding instrument financed by OPUT, aimed at promoting diversity, equity and inclusion of students and employees at UT
- UT Kring staff associationGet to know your colleagues through the staff association! Employees of the UT can join the staff association UT-Kring. Over 1300 employees of the UT are members of the UT-Kring. UT-Kring organises cultural and sporting events for its members in cooperation with 9 of its sub-associations. This includes discount cinema tickets and go-cart racing. Tickets for these and many other activities are for sale at Boerderij Bosch Contact Please contact HR Services for any further questions. Tel 053 489 8011. For ideas, comments or changes to this page, please email webteam-hr@utwente.nl
- UT Language Policy: guidelines, style guide, educational terms, translations and editingUT has the following guidelines and starting points resulting from UT's Language Policy: Information for a heterogeneous target group is provided in two languages (Dutch and English) Information for a Dutch-speaking target audience is provided in Dutch Information for a non-Dutch-speaking target audience is provided in English. More information about UT's language policy? Want to know how to write consistent English in accordance with the UT style guide and list of eductional terms? Need to have your text translated or edited? Take a look below! UT Language Policy links to https://www.utwente.nl/en/language-centre/translation-editing-services/language-policy/ English is the primary language of communication at UT; you can find more information here. UT English Style Guide links to https://www.utwente.nl/en/language-centre/translation-editing-services/english-styleguide/ A guide for UT staff to a consistent presentation in communications written in English. UT List of Translated Educational Terms NL-EN links to
- Vision on Learning and TeachingHow can education at UT empower students to contribute to a better world? And how can UT’s commitment to making a positive impact on society through technology, strengthen that contribution? The ‘UT Vision on Learning and Teaching’ offers guidance, outlining how we can equip students with ‘more than a degree.’ Taking the challenges of our time as starting point, it places three goals at the heart of our education: learning by doing, building inclusive communities and self-development. Interconnected like the rings of a Borromean knot, these three goals form a roadmap to achieve our UT mission: to be a people-centred university of technology that empowers society through sustainable solutions. The UT Vision on Learning and Teaching provides a basis for strategy, investments, and the implementation of educational activities. The University of Twente vision on learning and teaching links to Vision on Learning and Teaching.pdf Contact M. Poldervaart (Marike)