This year, we are taking a big step: translating VU’s broader vision into the everyday reality of education.
Opening and Keynote
We will kick off the day with a joint plenary session, where Prof. dr. Kristin Vanlommel will guide us through the art of organizing change within VU Amsterdam. Read more about the keynote.
Workshops and interactive sessions
Choose from sessions that bring the A Broader Mind vision to life in your own educational practice. Get inspired, share insights and explore new perspectives that you can apply directly in your own context. Opt for in-depth exploration during the deep-dive sessions, or gain insight into a range of topics by attending the flash sessions. View all workshops currently announced on the VU Education Day 2026 programme page.
VU Education Awards Ceremony
The VU Education Day will conclude with the festive presentation of the VU Education Awards. The following awards will be presented: the Master’s Thesis Award, Student Talent Award and Educational Innovation Award. Afterwards, we will raise a toast in the Foyer – to the finalists and to one another!
VU speaker gift
This year, the speaker gift will be donated to the VU Fund.
Location
The event will take place in and around the foyer of the main building. The locations for the workshops will be announced on the day itself.
The VU Education Day is organized annually by the VU Centre for Teaching & Learning, on behalf of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.