Wellbeing Calendar

Social activities

• Board game night – 30 June

  Do you want to meet new people and play a lot of different board games with snacks? Come to the Life is Better in 3D Board Game Night!

  You can find all information and the registration form on our Insta or join our Whatsapp group! If you don't have Insta, you can sign up here. For other questions, you can send us an email at 3D@vu.nl.

  Practical information

  • Date & time: Tuesday, 30 June 2026 from 18:00 (you can come later if you want and you decide when you want to leave :-)
  • Location: 3D room
  • Audience: VU students
  • Language: English and Dutch
  • Insta
  • WhatsApp group
  • Sign up here if you don't have Insta
  • For further questions, you can send an email to 3D@vu.nl.

• Pride University in the Canal Parade – 1 August

  Unity in Pride University

  At Pride University, unity isn’t just in our name — it’s at the heart of everything we do. We are Pride University: a collaboration between the pride networks of VU, UvA, Inholland, HvA, ROC and the Mediacollege.

  Here you can be who you are - and show it. In our classrooms and lecture halls we celebrate diversity in unity. Year-round we work to create an inclusive environment where everyone can shine. We are proud of all LGBTQIA+ students and staff.

  On our boat you’ll find a joyful mix of students and staff. You’ll see this mix reflected in our Graduation Caps in Pride colours, with matching outfits. Together we make one lively, colourful, friendly party and help make Amsterdam more vibrant than ever!

  And of course we hope the quay will party just as loudly! Will you be standing on the side as we sail by? Wave, dance, cheer — celebrate with us. Whether you’re a student, staff member, alumnus or ally: with you there the celebration is truly complete.

  But Pride University is much more than the boat party. We build a community together. Former HvA student Victoria Romijn designed the boat’s look and DJ Pottentheater (UvA) provides the beats.

  Want to do more with Pride at your university or college? Find your institution’s Pride network on Instagram.

  We can’t wait for 1 August. Will we see you then?

  Practical information

  • Date & time: Saturday, 1 August 12:00 - 18:00
  • Route of the Canal Parade: Oosterdok - Nieuwe Herengracht - Amstel - Prinsengracht - Westerdok
  • More information on the Canal Parade

Sports & wellbeing

• VU Polderloop – 2 July

  Registration for the annual Uilenstede VU Polderloop on 2 July 2026 has been open for a month now. Just as in previous years, the Phanos Athletics Club, the ASAV Aquila student athletics club and the Sportcentrum VU Uilenstede are set to organise another enjoyable running event along a scenic route, featuring fast times, usually good weather and a delicious smoothie as a memento afterwards. 

  Pre-registration is open until 10.00 pm on Tuesday 30 June via https://inschrijven.nl/form/2026070201110-nl; depending on the number of pre-registrations, there may also be on-the-day registration.

  One euro of the entry fee (which is just 7 euros) and a portion of the profits will go to the Esther Vergeer Foundation. This foundation supports children and young people aged 5 to 21 with a physical disability or chronic illness by helping them find a sport that suits them in their own area. By joining the VU Polderloop, you are not only signing up for a fun and sportive evening, but also contributing to a meaningful cause that helps young people stay active, build confidence, and enjoy the power of sport.

  For more information please check the website: vupolderloop.nl. Please register soon (deadline is June 30 at 22:00) and we will see each other on Thursday,July 2, 2026 at the Sportcentrum VU in Amstelveen.

• VU in Motion – every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

  You are welcome to join us for a short, fun exercise break during your work or study day! Just wear your regular clothes!

  Programme
  On Tuesdays and Thursdays, we offer 15-minute Qi Gong at 12.30 p.m., until October again outside on the campus square, near the new Calisthenics park.
  
  Following this, on those days there is free walk-in Calisthenics until 1.15 p.m., which means an instructor will be present to offer you some no-obligation help and inspiration!

  On Wednesdays at 12.15 p.m., it's time for Standing Yoga, whose starting point remains in the hall of the OZW.

  More information on VU in motion

• Meditation sessions – twice a week

  Need a break? Come and join our meditation sessions in the VU Stilteruimte (HG 1A-53) and in the Mindful Library (HG 12B-02) - we offer sessions two times a week.

  We will provide 20 to 30-minute guided meditations. You can find more information on time and place below. 

  It doesn’t matter if you have a load of meditation experience, or if you are just a beginner. No need to bring anything; mats, cushions and stools are provided. Just wear something that will sit comfortably on your body for 20 to 30 minutes. 

  The meditations occur in the VU Silence Room (HG 1A-53) and sometimes in the Mindful Library (HG 12B-02). You can find this space on the 12^th floor in the library tower. 

  If you want to stay up to date, join our Whatsapp chat for any last-minute updates and changes in the schedule. Here, you can also connect with others who are interested in meditation and mindfulness!

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