For best experience please turn on javascript and use a modern browser!
You are using a browser that is no longer supported by Microsoft. Please upgrade your browser. The site may not present itself correctly if you continue browsing.

Introduction Week: 30 August 2023

Programme for Day 3

You can find the series of events and activities, including descriptions and locations, for the third day of Introduction Week below.
  • 10.00 - 11.00 | Student Life at AUC: Part I [Student Life Officers]

    This activity will once again be split according to your Mentor Group number. The time and topics will be the same, but the locations will be different.

    Locations according to Mentor Group

    Schedule for Mentor Groups 1-7

    • Time: 10.00-11.00
    • Location: AUC Academic Building
    • Room: Common Room

    Schedule for Mentor Groups 8-16

    • Time: 10.00-11.00
    • Location: Lab42 (Science Park 900, 1098 XH Amsterdam)
    • Room: L1.01

    Activity description

    Student Life at AUC

    Student Life Officers Aino Kekkonen and Lisa van Berkel, with the help of the Well-Being Team (Resident Assistants and Peer Supporters), will host the first part of this plenary session will cover the social norms and expectations of AUC students while also touching upon topics such as health and dorm life. This is the first part of two sessions. 

  • 11.00 - 12.30 | Tutor Workshop 2: Your academic journey

    Full-programme students
    In this interactive, activity-based workshop, you will explore your interests, aspirations, doubts, strengths and challenges to begin charting your study and career path. Second- and third-year student mentors will also introduce AUC’s study-related technologies and present best practices and tips for study success.

    Exchange students (Mentor Group 16)
    Exchange students will join a meet and greet with their tutor for the semester, Dr. Wade Geary. Dr. Geary will discuss the role of the tutor and how he can help you accomplish your academic goals during your time at AUC. You can find the location of the session below under "Wade Geary (Exchange)". 

    Tutor Workshop Locations

    The tutor workshops will take place around the AUC Academic Building. You can find the location of your Tutor Workshop via the table below (listed alphabetically by tutor surname). 

    Tutor Room
    Forrest Bradbury 2.03
    Alexandra Brown 3.02
    Emma Cohen de Lara 1.04
    Scott Dalby 2.04
    Pedram Dibazar 2.03
    Melanie Eijberts 3.01
    Thijs Etty 1.02
    Lorenzo Galeotti 3.03
    Wade Geary (Exchange students) 1.08
    Jonathan Gill 1.07
    Yurii Khomskii 3.01
    Joost Krijnen 1.01A
    Maxim Kupovykh 3.05
    Anco Lankreijer 3.04
    Lara Mazurski 3.02
    Michael McAssey 1.05
    Daniel Pinéu 1.06
    Angelika Port 3.04
    Daan van Schalkwijk 2.05
    Janna Schoenberger 1.01A
    Minou Schraven 2.04
    Melvin Schut 1.07
    Cas Smulders 2.02
    Luis Suarez 2.02
    Lotte Tavecchio 2.05
    Misha Velthuis 3.05
    Ydwine Zanstra 3.03
    Cor Zonneveld 1.02
  • 12.30 - 13.30 | Office Hours at AUC Academic Building

    During Introduction Week, it’s normal to have some practical questions regarding your study programme and new home. For this reason, there will be various open office hours during the week. On Wednesday, the following representatives will be present: 

    • DUWO Housing Association
    • UvA ICTS
    • AUC International Office 
    • AUC Student Council
    • AUC Student Association

    Location: Reception Desk and Common Room, AUC Academic Building

  • 12.30 - 13.30 | Lunch break

    Take a break and enjoy a self-catered lunch from the AUC canteen, one of the cafes in the area or bring something from home.

  • 13.30 - 14.30 | Get to know Science Park

    Learn more about the fascinating research institutes, need-to-know shops, best cafes, study spots and other amenities at Science Park with your mentor group by exploring it together! Visit different locations and get acquainted with the campus you'll call home for the next three years. 

    • Location: In and around Amsterdam Science Park. The Science Park tour you do together with your mentor group. Your mentor will show you around.

    Already curious? Listen to the Science Park Audio Tour of last year, made in collaboration with the AUC Podcast Network!

    Access the Science Park Audio Tour
  • 14.30 - 15.30 | Student Life at AUC: Part II [Student Life Officers]

    This activity will once again be split according to your Mentor Group number. The time and topics will be the same, but the locations will be different.

    Locations according to Mentor Group

    Schedule for Mentor Groups 1-7

    • Time: 14.30-15.30
    • Location: Lab42 (Science Park 900, 1098 XH Amsterdam)
    • Room: L1.01

    Schedule for Mentor Groups 8-16

    • Time: 14.30-15.30
    • Location: AUC Academic Building
    • Room: Common Room

    Activity description

    Student Life at AUC

    Student Life Officers Aino Kekkonen and Lisa van Berkel, with the help of the Well-Being Team (Resident Assistants and Peer Supporters), will host the first part of this plenary session will cover the social norms and expectations of AUC students while also touching upon topics such as health and dorm life. This is the second part of two sessions. 

  • 16.00 - 20.00 | Mentor-chosen activity with your mentor group

    Your mentors are great resources for learning about life at AUC and in Amsterdam and this is their chance to show it. They will plan a surprise afternoon activity for you and your group to highlight one (or more) of the reasons why they enjoy AUC life! 

    • Location: to be communicated by your mentors.