We aim to be a university where every student feels welcome, safe and heard and everyone -regardless of background, gender or identity- is given the same opportunities. Team Studying with a Functional Impairment offer support to students who can use some extra help. We invest in themes such as gender equality and first-generation students and encourage professors in their research on these kinds of issues. We also offer various academic programmes in which students can work on creating equal opportunities for all.
EUR Gender Equality Plan
We consider gender equality within our academic community very important. Therefore, EUR supports the development of structures and measures that enhance gender equality and social equality within the university. For example, we are committed to raising awareness about gender equality and constantly make changes to policies to ensure inclusive recruitment and career development.
"Not every student gets the same opportunities"
Assistant professor Marieke Meeuwisse researches diversity and inclusiveness in higher education. If you look at study progress of students, there are differences between students by gender and migration background. Meeuwisse wants to change that.
Equal opportunities in education
As a student, you can also do your bit for equality. In the project NEWSgierig, EUR students help out children who have just arrived in the Netherlands.
"I am the first person in my family to attend university"
Deveney Petrus is the first in her family to go to university. "No one else has studied. They are all very proud, but they don't always understand what exactly I do."
Join a network
Our university has several networks and associations you can join. Each network has its own identity and culture and thus contributes to diversity. When you join an association you will able to build a network. In addition, you get discounted or free admission to various events and courses with a membership.
Study courses and programmes that let you contribute to a fairer world
Bachelor courses
Three faculties offer bachelor courses in which you will learn more about diversity and inclusion.
Master courses
In these master courses you will learn about diversity and inclusion on a deeper level.
