Wittenborg Representatives Attends the a2 International Education Fairs in Türkiye

https://www.wittenborg.eu/wittenborgs-success-a2-international-education-fairs-turkiye.htm

This October, Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences continued its international engagements with a visit to Türkiye, represented by Deputy Student Registrar Sinan Colasan and Admissions Administrator Amin Nadervandi.

The duo attended the a2 International Education Fairs that took place from 7 to 11 October in Istanbul. This event presented a significant opportunity for Nadervandi and Colasan, much like the previous fairs held in Türkiye.

During the event, a2 Fairs brought together more than 7,000 students and over 100 international schools, with Wittenborg being the only educational institution from the Netherlands to participate.

Shedding light on the event's significance, Nadervandi said that many representatives from different institutions come together in Türkiye every year to showcase their institutions' information, such as brochures and international student application details.

"This means that prospective international students have the chance to interact with us face-to-face and learn more about our range of academic programmes."

Wittenborg alumni share their perspectives on Amsterdam's dynamic job market

https://www.wittenborg.eu/discover-why-amsterdam-top-destination-job-seekers-europe.htm

Amsterdam has emerged as a top-tier destination for job seekers across Europe, according to a recent study. The study, conducted by HR software company SenseHR, delves into the job markets of major European cities, ranking them based on job posting-to-job seeker ratios using data from Glassdoor's job postings and Statista's unemployment rates as of July 2023.

This analysis takes into account not only the number of job postings but also factors like average salary and cost of living, providing a holistic view of the employment landscape.

Challenging job markets across Europe

The report's findings reveal some of the toughest European cities for job seekers. Spain's Madrid tops the list, with 14 job seekers competing for every available position. It is closely followed by cities such as Helsinki, Rome, Berlin, Copenhagen, London, Dublin and Paris, all presenting significant challenges for those seeking employment opportunities.

Wittenborg CEO Maggie Feng Praises Initiative and Highlights the Importance of Internationalisation

https://www.wittenborg.eu/brainport-launches-new-plan-attraction-and-retention-international-talent.htm

An innovative and sophisticated initiative aimed at attracting and retaining international talent in the Brainport region of the Netherlands was officially launched on 7 November at Brainport Eindhoven. Wittenborg CEO Maggie Feng had the opportunity to attend the launch, together with other seasoned professionals of the education and business sectors, as well as government representatives and entrepreneurs. 

Titled ‘Regional Vision on International Talent’, the strategic plan is focused on developing a solid regional vision that enables stakeholders from multiple sectors to join forces and tackle the challenges regarding internationalisation. The strategy is primarily targeted to the attraction and retention of IT and tech professionals at all levels, from vocational to PhD. It consists of four main stakeholder groups: governments, educational institutions, employers and internationals themselves.

Activity Promoted by Female-led Organisation Workmode Together with the Municipality of Apeldoorn

https://www.wittenborg.eu/inspiring-event-noticing-chances-attended-wittenborg-staff-members.htm

On 12 October, Wittenborg participated in the second event promoted by Workmode in collaboration with the Municipality of Apeldoorn. This time, the dynamic meeting was held with the theme ‘Noticing Chances’ and featured two seasoned speakers: entrepreneur Carlijn Plujmakers Emmen and business consultant Jolanda ter Maten.

While Emmen spoke about her many companies, how she started and how she takes bold steps without being led by fear, ter Maten discussed the changes brought about by AI and their potential impacts on our work, both positive and negative.

Meeting Gathered More than 120 Professionals and Featured Inspiring Activities and Discussions

In a dynamic intersection of academia and industry, Wittenborg CEO Maggie Feng actively participated in the Brainport event held on 1 November in Eindhoven. Titled ‘Education & Business Collaboration’, the meeting drew attention to the crucial link between education and the business sector, exploring innovative ways to enhance collaboration.

The Brainport Industries Campus, where the event took place, served as a vibrant backdrop for the gathering. Established in 2019, it is an innovation, business and education-focused hub that currently counts more than 50 companies, 2,000 students and 2,000 dedicated employees.

The primary focus of the meeting was on strengthening ties between educational institutions and companies, addressing challenges and fostering sustainable relationships. Over 120 education professionals attended the activity, joined by industry leaders and government representatives.

Feng commented that collaboration between the education sector and the industry is high on the agenda for both sectors.

Supporting the enhancement and development of quality assurance in higher education

https://www.wittenborg.eu/iqainar-consortium-hosts-internal-quality-assurance-conference-spain.htm

From 13-17 November 2023, Wittenborg’s Research Centre and EDQM (Education Development and Quality Management) department alongside other members of the "Enhancement of internal quality assurance of education in teaching, learning and assessment in higher education institutions of Azerbaijan and Russia'' (IQAinAR) project consortium from the Netherlands (456 International BV) and Azerbaijan (Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University, Nakchivan State University, Azerbaijan Technical University and the National Agency on Quality Assurance in Higher Education) will participate in a study visit to Murcia, Spain. This study visit will be hosted by Spanish project partner Fundacion Universitaria San Antonio (UCAM) and will focus on IQA policy, indicators and practices developed at an institutional level.

Peter Birdsall Highlights that Dutch Public Universities Need to Prepare for Restrictions

With the Dutch parliamentary elections approaching, one of the main topics being discussed on a daily basis in the country’s media and political scene is the number of international students in the Netherlands as well as the internationalisation of the Dutch education system. These debates have been fuelled up by the proposal for a new law which seeks to significantly limit the number of English-language higher education courses offered in the Netherlands’ public universities.

Wittenborg CEO Maggie Feng Member of Jury that Selected Winners in Six Categories

One of Apeldoorn’s most popular business-related events, the Apeldoorn Business Awards (ABA), announced its 2023 winners (see list below) during a gala ceremony held at the Orpheus Theatre, on 26 October. All the tickets to the event were sold out and the gala night was a huge success, with the theatre being packed with professionals of different industries and journalists.

Strategic Network Apeldoorn's Spotlight on Energy Transition and Sustainability Initiatives

https://www.wittenborg.eu/wittenborg-ceo-joins-strategic-network-apeldoorn-energy-transition-insights.htm

On 11 October, Wittenborg's CEO, Maggie Feng, and members of the Strategic Network Apeldoorn gathered for a special executive dinner, hosted in the Prins Hendrik Garage on the prestigious grounds of Het Loo Palace. The Strategic Network Apeldoorn, dedicated to collectively shaping and executing Apeldoorn's economic agenda, seized the opportunity to engage in enlightening discussions on the energy transition and sustainability themes in anticipation of the Dutch heating congress, the 'Nationaal Warmte Congres', the following day.

Wittenborg Welcomes Turkish Consul General Muammer Hakan Cengiz on Türkiye's 100th Anniversary 

https://www.wittenborg.eu/wittenborg-celebrates-100th-anniversary-republic-turkiye.htm

On the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye, Wittenborg had the honour of hosting the Turkish Consul General of Deventer, Muammer Hakan Cengiz, at its campus in Apeldoorn. The event, attended by students and staff on 24 October, was a momentous occasion that celebrated Türkiye's rich history, culture and its evolving role in the global landscape. 
The event commenced with a warm welcome from Peter Birdsall, President of Wittenborg. Birdsall greeted Consul General Cengiz and expressed his admiration for the diplomatic representation in Deventer. In his opening address, Birdsall acknowledged the historic significance of the day, highlighting the recent decision by the United Nations to officially adopt "Türkiye" as the English-language name for the nation.