Alumnus Rob Jetten new Prime Minister of the Netherlands
Rob Jetten, the new Prime Minister of the Netherlands, studied Public Administration at Radboud University between 2005 and 2011. He is not the first Radboud alumnus to become Prime Minister.
Five tips for the InScience 2026 science film festival
From 3 to 8 March 2026, the InScience Film Festival will once again take place in Nijmegen. There you can discover dozens of science films, in-depth talks, experiments and art installations. The theme of this edition is “The Things We Do For Love”.
Towards a new HR organisation - Phase 1
During the 2025-2029 period, we as Radboud University are working on developing our Human Resources services.
‘Anyone interested in semicon has a bright future ahead of them in this region’
The Arnhem-Nijmegen region is an important link in the semiconductor industry in the Netherlands and therefore also in an international context. What is Radboud University's role as a knowledge partner in the semiconductor sector in the region?
New procedure for hiring external staff from 1 February
Radboud University will be implementing a new university-wide approach to hiring cotractors (such as freelancers and seconded employees). All external hiring from scale 10 upwards will be arranged centrally via the new HR hiring desk.
How your life course can affect your retirement
Pension inequality does not only arise around retirement age, but builds up throughout life. These are the findings of researcher Mustafa Firat, who will obtain his PhD from Radboud University on 28 January.
Developments demonstrations on campus
In this current overview you will find the latest developments regarding the demonstrations on the Radboud University campus. The latest update is at the top.
Meeting up with other students is a good way to prevent loneliness
Loneliness is a common problem among students. However, encouraging students to socialise at an early stage can improve the well-being of this group. This is evident from an experiment with a new preventive intervention.
Learn to respond to undesirable behaviour: Active Bystander Training
Want to know how to recognise and effectively deal with undesirable behaviour in the workplace? During the Active Bystander Training on 26 February (Dutch) or 14 April (English) you will learn how to respond appropriately.
Smart solutions for real problems: computing science students come up with ideas
In mid-January, around 120 computing science students from Radboud University's New Devices Lab presented smart solutions to real problems from real clients.
Girls cannot escape beauty ideals in beauty content on social media
Girls between the ages of 13 and 19 are widely exposed to beauty content online that promotes products unsuitable for young skin - even when they are not actively seeking beauty-related information.
New name, new location: The Launch, for aspiring entrepreneurs
Since early January, Radboud University's incubator for entrepreneurship and innovation is called The Launch. And from now on, you will find The Launch in a new location: in the Forum building, on the corner of Geert Grooteplein and Heyendaalseweg.
Have your say on how your work is recognised
Academics at our university is invited to take part in the Recognition & Rewards Culture Barometer.
Why Young Adult literature is not always taken seriously
Teachers could make more use of the possibilities of Young Adult (YA) literature. ‘Young Adult literature has a lot to offer and is popular among young people, but deserves more recognition,’ says researcher Linda Ackermans.
Discount on Summer School courses for students and employees
As a student, PhD, alumnus or employee of Radboud University, you receive a 15% discount on your Summer School course fee.
Radboud University selects Fairphone as standard smartphone for employees
Radboud University has decided to choose Fairphone as its standard company smartphone model for reasons of sustainability, cost efficiency and management support.
Impactmaker Bob Aalbers challenges you: “With small steps you can achieve a lot in the field of sustainability”
In this series Impact Makers, a Radboud University student or staff member is placed in the spotlight each month. They show how they are working on sustainability not only on campus, but also in their personal lives. This video: Bob Aalbers.
Nominate a teacher of the future for national recognition
The Sustainable Teacher of the Year 2026 Award puts the spotlight on teachers who are actively committed to future-oriented, equitable and therefore sustainable education. Do you know such a teacher? Nominate them before 23 February 2026.
NWIB Visiting Professors Programma
The NWIB Visiting Professors Program offers assistant professors, associate professors and full professors at participating universities an opportunity to work at one of the five Netherlands Scientific Institutes Abroad for a period of three months.
Frits-Joost Beekhoven van den Boezem appointed new Dean of Faculty of Law
Prof. Frits-Joost Beekhoven van den Boezem, LL.M, has been appointed Dean of the Faculty of Law as of 1 March 2026. He will succeed Roel Schutgens, who resigned as dean on 1 March 2025.
