Skillslab turns 50—just like Maastricht University 🎉 A milestone for hands-on medical training, where students move beyond theory to practise real clinical skills, communication & decision-making from day one. Shaping confident, patient-centred doctors 👩⚕️👨⚕️ 👉 edu.nl/ucuh6
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From first internet connection to cyber crisis— this story tells 40 years of IT at Maastricht University through the eyes of Rob van Sebille. Whether it's cables or cyberattacks, one lesson stands: despite the benefits, digital progress demands constant vigilance. Read more 🌐 edu.nl/8y6qr
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25% of people in the Netherlands lives with a brain disorder—and the number is rising 🧠
The University Fund Limburg (UFL) is investing in research, prevention & innovation to protect brain health, increase wellbeing and ease pressure on healthcare.
Read this #UM50 story here 👉 edu.nl/f8gdq
50 years of UM, The times they are (not) a-changin'. What started with one part-time psychologist “for a quick chat” back in 1992, now is comprehensive student wellbeing support.
#Studentwellbeing #Studentpsychologist #UM50
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50 jaar Universiteit Maastricht, Terug in de teit. Wat in 1992 begon met een deeltijdpsycholoog om “even mee te praten”, is uitgegroeid tot een totaalpakket voor studentenwelzijn.
#Studentenwelzijn #Studentenpsycholoog #UM50 #Terugindeteit
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AI didn’t start yesterday. At UM, its roots go back decades.
In this #UM50 story, Rogier Thissen (Knowledge Engineering cohort, 1993) and student Michal Dudek reflect on how AI education at UM evolved—from coding everything from scratch to AI labs and tools like ChatGPT.
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Problem-Based Learning has shaped education at Maastricht University for 50 years. Founded in 1976 to bring academia closer to real-world practice, UM put PBL at its core. How has it evolved—and where is it heading next? Experts reflect on the past and future 👉 edu.nl/84rqg
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As part of the #UM50 anniversary, Diana Dolmans, Wim Gijselaers, and Janneke Frambach reflect on the origins, evolution, and future of PBL at UM. 📣
Read the interview:
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Missing Maastricht? 🎉
UM 50 Alumni Homecoming takes place on Saturday 23 May 2026 as Maastricht University turns 50. Revisit your faculty, reconnect with classmates, and celebrate 50 years of memories, games, food & festivities.
600+ alumni signed up. Will you be there? 👉 edu.nl/q7dm8
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Medical student Lily Hilt is improving student mental health in Maastricht. Through Door Het Geluid, she helps students recognise warning signs, tackle stigma & find support. Her message? Ask more often how someone is really doing. Read more: edu.nl/w7bdh
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50 years of Maastricht University: The times they are (not) a-changin'
In 1995, computers suddenly took off in higher education.
#UM50 #IT #PC #HigherEducation
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50 jaar Universiteit Maastricht: Terug in de teit
In 1995 gaat het opeens "razendsnel" met de computers in het onderwijs.
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In UM’s 50th anniversary year, we look back at stories that shape our connection with the city. ‘University in the Neighbourhood’ shows how researchers and residents in northwest Maastricht created meeting places, dialogue and healthier lives together. Read the story 👉 edu.nl/y6w9f
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🎥 Aftermovie – 50th Dies Natalis of UM
A jubilee edition in the Basilica of St. Servatius where past, present and future met. From honorary doctorates and royal presence by King Willem-Alexander to awards, innovation and a musical finale by André Rieu. Watch the celebration👇
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From stand-up stages to innovation sessions 🎤➡️💡 Psychologist Michaël Van Damme now helps organisations collaborate, brainstorm and turn research into real-world impact—with humour along the way.
Discover his UM50 story on the new website: edu.nl/h3yd6
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Dies Natalis ceremony: King Willem-Alexander, festive trumpets and an impressive speech that moved the audience to silence.
#UM50 #DiesNatalis #King @icrc.org #HonoraryDoctorate
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50 years of UM podcast: in a conversation with Deborah Blekkenhorst and Wammes Bos, 'go-getter' Sjeng Kremers explains how he put Maastricht University on the map. Listen to the whole story (Dutch, with English subtitles):
#UM50 #SjengKremers #Podcast
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Roger Cox awarded honorary doctorate at #UM50 👏🏅
Climate lawyer Roger Cox received an honorary doctorate from UM’s Faculty of Law for his impact on climate law. “The interest of nature, the poor, children, and future generations are worth fighting for”.
Watch the video 👉 edu.nl/63bum
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Peter Stenvinkel has been awarded an honorary doctorate during Maastricht University’s 50th Dies Natalis 👏
A pioneer in planetary & climate health, his interdisciplinary work bridges nephrology, sustainability and society.
🎥 Watch here why his research matters 👇
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🎓 Dissertation Prize 2025 for Dr Uyên Châu Nguyên 👏
During UM’s 50th Dies Natalis, Dr Nguyên was honoured for her PhD research on advanced cardiac imaging—helping improve diagnosis and treatment of heart failure.
Watch the #UM50 Dies Natalis recap 👉 edu.nl/63bum
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🎓 Master’s Student Prize winners 2025!
During our 50th Dies Natalis, eight master’s students were honoured for theses rated excellent. In this video, they explain their award-winning research. Watch & celebrate their achievement 👏
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50th Dies Natalis: looking back
Last Friday, UM marked 50 years of pioneering spirit at the Basilica of Saint Servatius. With King Willem-Alexander present, honorary doctorates, education prizes and a surprise André Rieu visit made it unforgettable.
🎥 Photos & full livestream: edu.nl/63bum
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Koning Willem-Alexander, Andre Rieu, en drie eredoctoren die het publiek muisstil kregen met hun toespraken: de Universiteit Maastricht vierde afgelopen vrijdag in de Sint Servaasbasiliek haar vijftigste verjaardag.
#UM50 #UniversiteitMaastricht #DiesNatalis
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Hij kwam naar het zuiden toen de Rijksuniversiteit Limburg nog in de luiers lag. Gouverneur Sjeng Kremers, een politieke doordouwer, zou van levensbelang blijken voor de Universiteit Maastricht. In de Observant Podcast een gesprek met hem.
#UM50 #Politiek
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Nicole Kornet wins Wynand Wijnen Education Prize 2025! 👏🏅
At the #UM50 Dies Natalis, we honoured Nicole Kornet for her exceptional work in education. She was recognised for her leadership in reforming the European Law Schoolcurriculum and bringing PBL principles to life.
📺 See her work here 👇
"My father warned me that I would have to work twice as hard to achieve the same things as a Dutch child." Dissertation Prize winner Uyen Chau Nguyen in 'Sing, fight, cry, pray, laugh, work and admire'.
#UM50 #Cardiology #Vietnam #TheNetherlands
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Half a century of learning, growing and pioneering together! 🌟
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#um50 #happy50th #maastrichtuniversity #fasosmaastricht
Honorary Doctorate | 50th Dies Natalis🏅
UM honours Mirjana Spoljaric Egger, President of the ICRC, with an honorary doctorate in recognition of her commitment to the ICRC, which delivers humanitarian aid in conflict and disaster zones—work that matters more than ever. Watch the video here 👇
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Got a great idea to connect Maastricht University with society? 🤝 As part of #UM50, we’re offering up to €5,000 for initiatives that contribute to this goal!
Apply by 1 March: edu.nl/gmjwa
Or visit our anniversary website for stories & events: um50.maastrichtuniversity.nl
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congrats to Maastricht University with their 50th Dies Natalis!
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