Get2KnowUU
- Study phase:
- Bachelor, Master, Premaster
- Study method:
- Group
- Time investment:
- One session
- Language:
- English
- Costs:
- Free of charge
Living and studying in the Netherlands can be quite an adventure when you are used to a different country. Maybe you have found your way during the Welcome Week in August, but maybe you would like to get to know more about the guidance and development options at Utrecht University. On 5 October (University Library City Centre) and 10 October (University Library Utrecht Science Park) you can walk-in between 11.00-15.00 and meet Skills Lab, Student Wellbeing and Career Services.
Programme
Speed coaching (11.00-15.00)
During Get 2 Know UU the writing tutors and study coaches will provide you with a speed coaching session; A short session of about 10 to 15 minutes in which you can discuss your academic obstacles with a coach! In collaboration with a coach, you will make a flying start in developing your academic skills and make a plan on how to move forward!
Already interested in a full session of 45 minutes? Make an appointment!
Transition curve (11.00-15.00)
Smoothening your transitions to the UU with academic skills.
Lunch meditation (11.30-12.00 | 12.00-12.30)
Enjoy some peace and quiet and learn what meditation can do for you during one of the lunch meditation sessions provided by one of the Student Wellbeing trainers.
Do you already feel the need to get started with a student wellbeing training, for example on how to tackle stress? Then take a look at this page.
Mental health around the world (13.15-14.00)
The Clinical Skills Lab invites you to explore the diverse regulations governing psychology in our respective home countries. This ranges from the academic requirements one needs in order to become a mental health practitioner, as far as the resources available for therapy in each country. Moreover, the Dutch health care system is discussed.
CV/Cover Letter Check (11.00-15.00)
Looking for guidance to enhance your CV and/or cover letter? Career Services is here to provide expert tips to ensure your CV and cover letter are optimized for success! You don’t need to make an appointment but can just stop by at the information market on October 5 and 10!
LinkedIn Photoshoot (11.00-15.00)
Does your LinkedIn photo need an upgrade? Stop by our photographer booth to get your new LinkedIn profile picture taken for free! Join us on October 5th at the library in the city centre or October 10th at Utrecht Science Park library.
Would you like to receive a reminder of this event? Sign up!
A Bright Conversation
A Bright Conversation
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Coaching in Nature: Walk, Reflect and Act
Book an appointment to Walk, Reflect and Act.
Conscious Connections
Information about the support group Conscious Connections at Utrecht University.
Course - English for Academic Purposes
This course aims to enhance your English language skills of students at Bachelor and Master level.
Course - Graphic design
In this introduction to graphic design you learn to work with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign and you design your own project.
Course - Presenting with confidence
Nervous to stand in front of a group? With good preparation and lots of practice, you will develop a way of presenting that suits you.
Course - Smart Study Strategies
This course provides insight into your preferred study methods, and the advantages and disadvantages inherent in those methods.
Designing your thesis proposal
In this course you will be working towards a solid proposal for your own research through assignments.
E-learning - Academic writing in English
Write a convincing paper or thesis in English: improve your academic writing skills in this course.
E-learning - Dutch Level 1
This online course will introduce you to basics of the Dutch language
E-learning - Dutch Level 2
This online course will help you improve your Dutch language skills up to level A1+.
E-learning - Dutch Level 3
This online course will help you improve your Dutch language skills up to level A2.
E-learning 'Brush up your English' – Verb tenses
Having doubts about using “I have done” or “I did”? Improve your knowledge of English verbs.
E-learning ‘Brush up your English' – Grammar
Having some doubts about your English grammar skills? Improve your knowledge of English grammar.
E-learning ‘Brush up your English' – Total package
In this online course you will improve your English language skills up to level B1/B2.
E-learning ‘Brush up your English' – Vocabulary and common collocations
Learn new expressions and word combinations and improve your English.
Getting to know (the) Dutch - Entry level - Self-study course
Free Dutch course on language and culture for international & exchange students.
Gifted Student Group
Information about the Gifted Student Group for students of Utrecht University.
Good Mourning
Information about the peer support group Good Mourning for students of Utrecht University.
Introduction to R & Data
R is a powerful scripting language for data handling, data visualization, and statistics. In this workshop, we aim to give you the tools to start exploring R.
Language courses
Multiple language courses: Arabic, Chinese, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Indonesian, Japanese, Russian, Swedish, and Italian.
Language courses - Dutch for foreigners
Learning and improving your Dutch language skills on different levels.
Meditation Lab
Learn how to meditate, every Thursday from the end of September
Mindful Mornings
Do you want to start your days mindfully? Follow the Mindful Mornings sessions.
Online Coaching Center
More information and how to make an appointment with a coach from the Online Coaching Center (OCC).
Online Module - EsteemUp
EsteemUp by Caring Universities shows you how you can boost your confidence and self-esteem.
Online module - Get a grip
Get A Grip by Caring Universities helps you to feel in control of your life. It gives you tools to handle your problems and to work towards your goals.
Online module - GetStarted
GetStarted by Caring Universities lets you deep-dive into your own psyche to figure out why you procrastinate and how to overcome it.
Online module - Moodpep
Moodpep by Caring Universities is useful for anyone who wants to learn how to improve or manage their mood.
Online module - Rel@x
Relax by Caring Universities will help you to understand and manage your stress, and give you tips and tools to cope with the things going on in your life.
Online module: LifeHack
LifeHack by Caring Universities is the perfect program for anyone who wants to optimize their life.
Online training Compass - Information literacy skills
The online training course 'Information literacy skills' helps you to better find, evaluate and process scientific literature.
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Online training course Compass+ - Systematically searching for literature
The online training course Compass+: Systematically searching for literature shows youhow to execute a systematic database search.
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Online Writing Tool
The Online Writing tool helps you to look at your Dutch or English text critically and helps you to improve your academic writing.
Programming Café
Do you want to improve your programming skills, exchange experiences, or meet other programmers? Pick up your laptop and come to the Programming Café!
Quick start to Research Data Management
This workshop includes an insight into all aspects of research data management: FAIR data, data collection, data documentation, data storage, data security, data selection and preservation, and data availability for reuse.
Smart Study Skills
In this workshop we are going to explore what effective learning strategies are and how you can keep your focus.
Students for Dinner
'Eet Mee' (Join to eat) offers you as a student the opportunity to organise a dinner meeting, or to join a dinner somewhere.
Study coaching
You discuss with a trained student (peer tutor) any questions you have about studying, for example about time management or how to study efficiently.
Study support group for students with a diagnosis of ADHD/ADD (Dutch)
Information about the study support group for students with a diagnosis of ADHD/ADD.
Study Support Group for Students with ASD (Dutch)
Information about the study support group for students with ASD
Summer courses - English
Summer courses English organised by Utrecht Summer School and Babel.
The Mindfulnest
Step into the Mindfulnest and close the door behind you. Experience some peace and quiet in your own space. From the 5th of September in the Educatorium. #BacktoBetter
UUConnects
At UUConnects you can do much more than just walk! Now you can select your interests, exercise together, have a nice dinner or meet up with a group!
Walk-in hours research data & software
Struggling with your research data? Wondering what to do with the large amount of data you have collected until now? Are you looking for a suitable digital technology to apply in your research project? Or are you curious about what you can do to make your data and software more FAIR or even open?
Workshop - Effective Reading Strategies
In this workshop, we're going to take a look at strategies and tricks that will help you wade through all of your required reading and help you up to speed.
Workshop - Exam Preparation
In this workshop you will learn what you can do to effectively prepare for your exams.
Workshop - How to write an academic paper
Learn the ins and outs of writing a paper and making your writing consistent and attractive.
Workshop - Time management for studies
Would you like to get a better grip on your studies and time management? Then this is the workshop for you.
Workshop - Working consciously and effectively
This interactive training will help you work with a purpose and reduce your stress levels into the bargain.
Workshop 'Autonomie Duurzaam Eigen Maken'
In this training you can learn and experience a lot about how to find and strengthen your autonomy.
Workshop 'Change your negative self-image'
Information about the workshop Change your negative self-image for students at Utrecht University.
Workshop 'Developing Resilience'
A workshop about resilience and how to develop it, open to all UU students.
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Workshop 'Energy Management'
After the Energy Management workshop, you will have a better understanding of what costs you energy and what gives you energy.
Workshop 'Find your Ikigai'
Everyone has an Ikigai: a reason to live. Finding your Ikigai provides more inspiration, direction and energy.
Workshop 'Mindfulness'
Information about the Mindfulness workshop for students at Utrecht University.
Workshop 'Positive Psychology'
During this workshop you will be challenges to adopt every positive intervention and technique in your own life.
Workshop 'Tackle stress'
In this workshop we look at how stress arises and how you can recognize its symptoms.
Workshop 'Tackling Fear of Failure'
Information about the workshop Tackling Fear of Failure for students at Utrecht University.
Writing tutoring
These individual sessions will help you to improve your writing skills.
