Students demonstrate on the Radboud University campus
Students demonstrate on the Radboud University campus

Demonstrations

Recently, several protests have taken place at our university and other universities. We understand and share the concerns and emotions raised by the situation in Israel and the Palestinian territories. On this page you will find the latest news and information on how we as a university are dealing with this situation.

News

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Preliminary recommendation of Partnerships Committee expected on 1 April

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Under what circumstances should the University discontinue, not enter into, or make adjustments to an international partnership? On 1 April, the Partnerships Committee will submit its preliminary recommendation on this matter to the Executive Board.

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Reaction to disrupted lecture on 11 March

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On 11 March 2025, a meeting in the Spinoza building with a pro-Israel speaker was disrupted several times. It is not the first meeting about the situation in the Middle East to cause controversy.

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Outcomes of the international collaboration participation process

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What do students and staff think about issues relating to Radboud University's international collaborations? What dilemmas are involved? In January staff and students - discussed these dilemmas during five meetings.

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First phase of Partnerships Advisory Committee

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On 3 October 2024, the Executive Board of Radboud University commissioned the Partnerships Advisory Committee to assess the University's partnerships, with a special focus on international partner institutions in conflict zones.

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Statement by executive board on academic freedom and safety

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As the Executive Board, we see that the possible arrival of Mohammed Khatib is causing a lot of commotion and unrest. We received and are receiving probing questions and reactions from various quarters regarding the lecture.

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Lecture Mohammed Khatib will not go ahead due to entry ban

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An update on the lecture taking place on 28 October at the invitation of Situating Palestine as a result of the entry ban.

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Radboud University Partnerships Advisory Committee launched

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Het college van bestuur van de Radboud Universiteit heeft de Adviescommissie Samenwerkingsverbanden opdracht gegeven om de samenwerkingsverbanden van de universiteit te wegen, met aandacht voor internationale partnerinstellingen in conflictgebieden.

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Concerns and actions at Radboud University – Summer update 5

With the summer holidays around the corner, it is time for an update around events related to the Gaza/Palestine debate.

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Mayor lifts restrictions on pro-Palestine demonstrations

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The restrictive measures regarding Gaza/pro-Palestine demonstrations on the Radboud University campus have been withdrawn by the Mayor of Nijmegen.

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Interpretation of partnerships is an aspect of academic freedom

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Radboud University has several exchange agreements with universities inside and outside the EU. This article contains information about academic freedom within these partnerships.

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Statement concerning announced lecture Monday 10 June 2024

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Situating Palestine has invited Mohammed Khatib to speak on campus on Monday 10 June. The context of widespread unrest at this moment led to the decision to not allow the meeting to take place within the walls of the university buildings.

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Mayor designates spot for demonstrations on Radboud University campus

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Gaza/Pro-Palestine demonstrations on the Radboud University campus may henceforth only take place at a site designated by the Mayor, next to the Elinor Ostrom building, at location P7a.

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Occupation and vandalism TvA 1 and evacuation of tent camp

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Yesterday in the late afternoon, activists occupied Thomas van Aquinostraat 1.

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About listening - Column José Sanders

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We have received many calls as Radboud University’s Executive Board to speak out more clearly about, in favor of, or against, the demands of demonstrating students and staff who support them. Listening to the polyphony in our community is essential.

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Concerns and actions at Radboud University – update 4

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Update from the Executive Board on campus protests surrounding the armed conflict in Israel and the Palestinian territories. Here you can read where we stand or are in the meantime.

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Concerns and manifestations at the university – update 3

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Update from the Executive Board on campus protests surrounding the armed conflict in Israel and the Palestinian territories. Here you can read where we stand or are in the meantime.

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Concerns and actions at Radboud University – update 2

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Update from the Executive Board on campus protests surrounding the armed conflict in Israel and the Palestinian territories. Here you can read where we stand or are in the meantime.

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Concerns and actions at the university update

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Update from the Executive Board on the protests on campus surrounding the armed conflict in Israel and the Palestinian territories. Where do we stand, and what are we doing? You can read it here.

Concerns and manifestations at the university

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Many of us are concerned about the armed conflict in Israel and the Palestinian territories. As university board, we share in the horror of human rights violations. We aim to facilitate academic dialogue in an open and safe manner for all parties.

Everyone should be able to move freely and safely on our campus and in our buildings, even when there are differences of opinion or views. We call on all members of our community to contribute to this respectful and tolerant academic community that wants to contribute to a healthy, free world with equal opportunities for all.

- Executive board Radboud University

Collaborations

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Administrative partnerships

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Exchange agreements

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EU research projects

https://cordis.europa.eu/

Help and advice at Radboud University

Questions or concerns?

Do you have questions or concerns you would like to share? Talk with your colleagues or manager (if you are an employee) or with fellow students, lecturers and/or study advisor (if you are a student). Please have that conversation and share your concerns, obviously with respect for each other.   

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