Erasmus University Rotterdam
How does the Erasmus University Rotterdam community bring out the best in each other to create societal impact?
In times of climate change, shifting global order, and social and technological developments, Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR) works as a community to tackle these complex challenges.
Collaboration is essential, and the EUR community actively seeks each other out to achieve impactful and sustainable solutions. However, collaboration does not happen automatically. It requires an ongoing process of openness, feedback, and a willingness to learn and engage in dialogue. This is no easy task. For this reason, the "art of connection" was the central theme during the Opening of the Academic Year 2024–2025 on September 2, attended by over 800 people. XSAGA Congresses was honored to handle the editorial development of the program on behalf of EUR.
During the ceremony, various speakers reflected from different perspectives on the ways in which EUR embodies the Erasmus value of "connection." Among the speakers were Anglican priest Mpho Tutu, Executive Board Chair Annelien Bredenoord, and the Minister of Education, Culture, and Science, Eppo Bruins.
In addition to a packed auditorium and high appreciation from attendees, the event was featured in various national media, including the NOS News (8:00 pm) and several national newspapers.
