On 21 May 2026, the UTQ -BKO Spring 2026 Graduation Ceremony will take place under the theme 'The Beautiful Madness of Teaching'.
In this interactive and c elebratory gathering, we honor not only the completion of the UTQ and BKO trajectories, but also the creativity, courage, and care that te aching asks of us. Through short contributions, audience in teraction, and shared reflection, the ceremony highlights the surpris ing, thoughtful, and sometimes unconventional practices through which teachers make learning possible. In doing so, it celebrates both the achievement of our graduates and the living craft of education itsel f.
Host: Klaas de Zwaan
Invit
ed panelists: Renske Amersfoort, Gillian Zwart, Bart van der
Meer
To share insights into the art and science of teachi ng, inspiring the next generation of educators. This panel invit es you to reflect on the essence of great teaching—where passion, i nnovation, and student engagement turn learning into an extraordinary journey.
This event is by invitation on ly for graduating candidates and their guests. Graduates will receive a personal invitation for the certification ceremony, including a fo rm where they can register.
DESCRIPTION: In this interactive and celebratory gathering, we honor n ot only the completion of the UTQ and BKO trajectories, but also the creativity, courage, and care that teaching asks of us. Thr ough short contributions, audience interaction, and shared reflection , the ceremony highlights the surprising, thoughtful, and sometimes u nconventional practices through which teachers make learning possible . In doing so, it celebrates both the achievement of our graduates an d the living craft of education itself. Host: Klaas de Zwaan