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UT JourneysMastering the Art of Negotiation: Skills for Success 🎯We’re thrilled to host this incredible team of negotiation enthusiasts who are passionate about helping students sharpen their negotiation skills and build confidence in both personal and professional settings. 💼🤝 NPT is known for their exciting workshops 📝, interactive training sessions 🎯, and a mission to empower individuals to master the art of negotiation. From tackling tough scenarios to fostering collaboration, they bring negotiation to life in a fun and approachable way! 🚀✨ Let’s dive into their journey, explore their stories, and maybe pick up a few negotiation tips along the way! 🎙2024-11-2938 min

UT JourneysBalancing Acts: Engineering, Dance, and Leadership | Duru SucaklıThis week on UT Journeys, we’re thrilled to welcome an extraordinary guest who’s redefining student life! 🌟 Meet Duru Sucaklı, a Chemical Science Engineering student balancing one of the toughest fields with a vibrant passion for the arts and leadership. Between her role as a ballet teacher, her time as the former chairwoman of the Hip-Hop Association, and her commitment to five student associations shows us that you can truly do it all. 💪 Tune in to hear her journey of balancing rigorous studies with her love for dance, leadership...2024-11-1536 min

UT JourneysInvesting in Experience: Student Life, Growth, and Finance with DuitenbergIn this episode of UT Journeys, we dive into the world of student life, financial literacy, and personal growth with Patrick and Victor, two dedicated members of Duitenberg, the University of Twente’s premier investing association. Patrick and Victor share their journeys, from navigating responsibilities on the board to organizing memorable trips and building valuable networks. They discuss the importance of learning beyond academics, offering advice on how extracurricular involvement can shape your university experience and prepare you for life beyond campus.Tune in to hear their perspectives on financial literacy, the realities of leadership, and why taking ac...2024-10-291h 15

UT JourneysLiving Student Life to the Fullest | Youssef AbdelazizWhat does it take to make the most of your university experience? This episode, we’re joined by Youssef, a master’s student who’s done just that. He’ll take us on a journey through his adventurous trip to the Waddenzee during Waddenlab 2024 🌅, and share how living on campus has transformed his university life. Youssef also dives into his passion for horseback riding with Hippocampus 🐴, his environmental work with GreenHub, and his role at the Quality Assurance Committee of Mechanical Engineering, where he’s been instrumental in enhancing course quality a...2024-10-1537 min

UT JourneysBalancing Discipline and Innovation | NullSpaceIn today’s episode, we are talking to Aleksandra Ignatovič and Jasper van Amerongen, students and graduates of the University of Twente, who founded NullSpace. This start-up created a management, booking, and payment platform designed for small and medium-sized organizations, such as sports associations on campus. 💻 They also share insights on how motivation and discipline played a key role in their entrepreneurial journey.✨ Moreover, Aleksandra is nominated for the "Most entrepeneurial student of the year" at the "More than a degree awards" organised by the Student Union. 🏆    Wa...2024-10-0852 min

UT Journeys20 Seconds of Courage to Achieve Anything | Nina KwaksIn this episode, Nina shares her experience working on innovative projects, like developing a system that monitors horse riding pressure 🐴, consultancy on sustainability at Grolsch 🍻, and balancing her studies with campus life 🎓. She’ll dive into how she found her passion for research 👩‍💻, worked at the Interaction Lab 🛠, and contributed to Apollo, the cultural association of UT🎭.2024-10-0143 min

UT JourneysImpossible fight to stay for the Master’s | Alexey ChechinIn this episode, Alexy is sharing his experience with finding a job, working at Green Hub 🍀, participating in Netherlands Asia Honours Summer School 🌏, and impossible fight 🥊 for a scholarship to be able to stay in UT for the master’s.Listen to the dramatic journey through his highs, lows and how he managed to make it all work. 2024-06-1738 min

UT JourneysHow to combine an exchange semester in Asia with part-time work in NL? | Viktoriia KonashchukIn this episode, Viktoriia shared her experience with an exchange semester in Hong Kong 🇭🇰. It was surprising to hear that the workload was not like Viktoriia expected… But she combined her studies with a part-time job in the Netherlands at Topicus and explored the exchange destination! What was the trick? Find out in this episode!Timecode: 00:00 Introduction01:00 Hosting experience07:55 SNOOZE nap space20:20 Part-time job at Topicus29:53 Exchange semester in Hong Kong 2024-06-1039 min

UT JourneysSolar Team Twente: Make your own solar car and compete in Africa | Daan Nibbering & Vera LeemanHave you ever wondered how to make your own solar car? Are you competitive? Then, the Solar Team Twente is waiting for you! Daan Nibbering and Vera Leeman shared their amazing experiences working in the technical team. Get inspired as they reveal the excitement of racing across continents powered purely by the sun! 2024-06-0319 min

UT JourneysKick-In: How to settle in at UT | Maud KempersMore than 2000 students attend Kick-In annually. It is a place to meet your fellow students, future best friends, and maybe a love of your life 😉. It's a week full of great events, activities, and parties. But how it is organized? You'll hear in this episode. Links:https://www.kick-in.nl/en/2024-05-2729 min

UT JourneysBatavierenrace: How students run 175KM and throw a party afterwards? | Zoëlle van Bommel52 years ago a group of students went to Sweden and joined a running race. After they came back they had a strange urge to run 175KM. So they organized the biggest student relay race in the world. In 2012, the race was recorded in the Guinness World Records as the relay race with the highest number of participants (8,509). Want to hear all ins and outs of this journey? Tune in to this episode!Link:https://www.batavierenrace.nl/Timecode:00:00 Introduction01:34 What is Batavierenrace11:14 A day of a board member21:35 Fun...2024-05-2037 min

UT Journeys"Study advisor told me to quit my startup" | Jorg WellinkIn today’s episode we are talking with Jorg Wellink. Is it a good idea to start your new venture during your studies? What could be the problems with doing so at the University of Twente? Jorg has shared his experience with opening his own startup during his study time: all the good things and pitfalls. Tune in to hear more!Link: https://linktr.ee/JorgW 2024-05-1343 min

UT JourneysWhat makes UT students the best in negotiations worldwide? | Mandra BensmannNegotiation. It’s not something you do every day, but when you do, it’s always about something that matters a lot. Think of a salary negotiation, selling negotiation, contract negotiation… Here we talked about Negotiation Project Twente, the Dutch Negotiation Network and great negotiation competitions. So yeah, you got it right, there’s a lot on negotiations. How to improve your negotiation skills at UT for free? You can find out by listening to this episodeLink:https://www.negotiationproject.utwente.nl/Timecode:00:00 Introduction 01:20...2024-05-0641 min

UT Journeysall U need To know: UT Volleyball Association | Lina CosteaDiscover the new "all U need To know" series: a series where we invite students from different associations to reveal all the secrets and hot topics about those associationsThis episode is all about Harambee volleyball association with Lina Costea. Did you know that they are one of the biggest sports associations with ~300 members?Or that they organize themed tournaments? Listen now to learn more!Links:https://www.instagram.com/vvharambee 2024-04-2928 min

UT JourneysWill Homemade be more successful than Thuisbezorgd? | Mahmoud El WakilHave you heard of Homemade? Now it's time to find out how it was founded!This time we invited Wakil, a co-founder and CEO of Homemade. - What makes Homemade unique?- What is the OceanLove program?- Was an MBA diploma useful in business and life?- What opportunities Novel-T provides students with?Links: HomemadeOceanLoveTimecode: 01:18 - Homemade 19:44 - MBA talks29:15 - OceanLove33:15 - Novel-T43:10 - Do you wish to be the next Thuisbezorgd?2024-04-2248 min

UT JourneysHow is it to be the face of UT | AkinDo you recognize the guy on the cover? It's Akin. You have probably seen him somewhere on Instagram or TikTok. He is a Content Creator for U-Today and the Marketing department of UT. - How did he get his job? - What are his ambitious plans for sports? - How did he find his internship in the chemical engineering field? You will find all the answers in this episode!Links: DrienerloTimecode: 00:00 Intro02:20 Work at the Marketing department07:45 Teaching (Laboratory) assistant job10:20 Sports journey20:05 I...2024-04-1529 min

UT Journeys"If I looked outside of my window, I was looking directly into a slum" | Wouter TrielingIn this episode with Wouter Trieling we talked about:- New ECIU program (extra courses next to your studies)- Mindblowing exchange experience in Uganda- Wouter's jobs- Week of Inspiration Links: Week Of Inspiration: https://www.utwente.nl/woiECIU: https://engage.eciu.euWouter's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wouter-trieling/Those interested in the student team can reach out to o.karageorgiou@student.utwente.nl or m.a.a.xhauflair@student.utwente.nlTimecode00:00 Intro01:20 Week of Inspiration06:32...2024-04-0855 min

UT JourneysIs Honours in Business & Entrepreneurship worth it? | Simon HoracekEpisode 10! In this episode we talked with Simon Horacek about - How to join Break-even ? 🕺- Is honours in Business & Entrepreneurship worth it? 👨🏻‍🎓- Simon’s creative solution to balancing studies and extra activities ⚖️Break-Even Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakeven_utwenteTimecode:00:00 Introduction01:30 Talks about the Advanced Technology program 11:20 Break-Even18:50 Startup on Smart Mouthguards 29:21 Challenges during studies 2024-04-0134 min

UT JourneysHow to make UT HR obsessed with you | Kai Kojima6 different jobs at UT? Woooow... But it's reality for Kai Kojima. He's going to tell us everything about them in this episode. Not only that, he will also share his experience with the ESN board and internship at Dow. Stay tuned!Timecodes:00:00 Intro01:42 Jobs at UT31:34 Kick-In and Student Organizations47:26 Internship at Dow 2024-03-251h 02

UT JourneysNina Stevenson: The importance of relationships and how to find your first workToday we had the first podcast with a UT alumni. It was a discussion with Nina Stevenson about how she got through all those uni years, life after graduation, and mistakes to avoid at uni. Enjoy! Timecode:00:00 Intro 01:18 How does life change after graduation?11:26 Useful skills for your job18:57 Mistakes and activities at uni30:12 Talks about work experience 2024-03-1839 min

UT JourneysVithursika Vinasiththamby: How can YOU give a TED talk?Join us for a cosy talk with Vithursika about - Giving a TED Talk- Being a chair at Twente Debating Society- Being a vice-Chair of the national board of Frisse Gedachtes (platform, providing support to students, fighting with loneliness, isolation or other problems)- Graduating from Processes of Change Honours programLinks:Twente Debating Society: https://www.instagram.com/twentedebatingsocietyFrise Hedachtes: https://en.frissegedachtes.nl/2024-03-1142 min

UT JourneysHow to find robotics opportunities at UT? | Jorge DavóJoin us for an inspiring episode featuring Jorge Davó. From his passion for robotics and the journey of turning it from a hobby into a fulfilling career to his experiences at DesignLab and the unique benefits of working there. Discover his involvement with AI Call, a startup poised to revolutionize artificial intelligence, and gain insights into innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of technology. Tune in for a captivating conversation with Jorge Davó!DesignLab Workshops: https://www.utwente.nl/en/designlab/students/courses-and-events/#calendar-workshops-register-hereDutch Innovation Days robot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kp4kkDfkGgI 2024-03-0439 min

UT JourneysWhy we should create space to speak up at UT? | Alexandra MulderJoin us for an inspiring episode featuring Alexandra Mulder as we explore her diverse array of involvements and initiatives at the University of Twente. From her impactful work with Amnesty Twente, where she shares insights into its origins, events, and the qualities sought in activists, to her involvement with The Consent Project, a vital initiative promoting awareness and education on consent. Dive into Alexandra's experiences as a University Innovation Fellow, where she sheds light on the application of design thinking in everyday life and discusses her project. Learn how Alexandra effectively balances her various c...2024-02-2658 min

UT JourneysHow to win UT Challenge | Luc WeidgraafJoin us for an insightful episode featuring Luc Weidgraaf as we explore his unique journey through ATLAS program and its inner workings. Discover Luc's semester abroad in Munich and his involvement with the Atlantis student association. Learn about his diverse range of activities and his remarkable achievements, including winning the UT Challenge and his work at Novel-T. Gain insights into Luc's job search journey and his experiences navigating the challenges of university life. Don't miss this engaging conversation filled with inspiration and valuable lessons!2024-02-2233 min

UT JourneysUIF, v.v. Drienerlo, Intercultural Competences Micro-module | Soham NanwaniJoin us for an enlightening episode with Soham Nanwani as we delve into his remarkable journey as one of the most active students of the year. Explore his experiences with ICCS and his expertise in design thinking processes at UIF. Discover his involvement in student associations like Proto, Ockham, and vv Drienerlo, and his insights into the Honours program in Entrepreneurship. Learn how Soham effectively combines his various commitments and gain valuable recommendations for first-year students. Tune in for an inspiring conversation packed with wisdom and practical advice!Links: UIF: https://www.utwente.nl/en/uif...2024-02-1949 min

UT JourneysInternship at Porsche, Management work at Green Hub, Slush Startup Event | Amalia BălanJoin us for an engaging episode as we sit down with Amalia Bălan to explore her dynamic journey through academia and entrepreneurship. Amalia shares invaluable insights into her academic and professional choices in the episode. Dive into her experiences at the prestigious Slush Startup Event and her exceptional achievements in Negotiations Honours. Plus, learn about her innovative approach to recruiting and her vision for the future of Manegescape. Our socials: https://www.instagram.com/ut.journeys/https://www.linkedin.com/company/ut-journeys/2024-02-1237 min

UT JourneysESN, work at El Niño, time management hacks | Marko VasylenkoJoin us for our very first episode where we dive into the dynamic world of student leadership and personal growth! From Makro's exciting experiences at ESN to the high-energy parties they've organized. Marko shares insights into board roles, active membership criteria, and time management tips. Discover the secrets to balancing studies, work, and extracurriculars. Listen to his reflections on the Honours Programme in Entrepreneurship and his involvement with Ockham. Plus, gain valuable advice for UT students and groove to our catchy jingle! Don't miss out – tune in now!Our socials:https://www.instagram.com/ut.journeys/2024-02-0740 min

UT JourneysIntroduction to UT JourneysThe episode gives a brief introduction to the podcast. We talk about what the podcast is about and why are we doing it. 2024-02-0502 min