- 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
- 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