Open-Day Student Challenges
Are you curious, motivated, and eager to make a difference? Join us at the Open-Day Student Challenges on 13 October 2025 at the House of Connections, from 09:30 to 11:30. During this event, you will hear inspiring first-hand stories from RUG student challenge teams, discover the exciting challenges you could take part in, and connect with students from a wide range of disciplines. Of course, there will also be coffee and cake to enjoy while you network and exchange ideas.
The Open-Day is open to all students from all faculties and universities. Don’t miss this opportunity to get inspired, broaden your network, and become part of meaningful change. Save the date and join us!
Programme
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09:00 - 09:30
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Walk-in
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09:30 - 09:35
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Opening & Welcome
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09:35 - 09:55
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Panel discussion on "Student Challenges: Why and Benefit"
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09:55 - 10:10
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Break with coffee, tea and cake
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10:10 - 11:10
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Pitch presentations by challenges
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11:10 - 11:40
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Info market
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11:40 - 11:50
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Closing
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Panel Discussion: "Student Challenges: Why and Benefit"
During the panel discussion, we will be joined by Rob Timmermans (Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Science and Engineering) and Antonis Vakis (Programme Director of Industrial Engineering and Management). Together with past and current student team members and supervisors from various student challenges, they will reflect on the value of participating in such projects.
This session aims to provide valuable insights into how student challenges contribute to personal growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovative education at the University of Groningen.