The journey of Cha-Hsuan Liu

https://www.wittenborg.eu/helping-child-refugees-integrate-art-wittenborg-lecturers-approach.htm

For Dr Cha-Hsuan Liu, Associate Professor at Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences, people always come first. That is why she decided to collaborate with the Bergische VSH in Wuppertal, Germany to help Ukrainian children integrate into society through art. As part of the ‘TalentCampus Art Moves – Ich bin Ich’ programme, Ukrainian refugee children learn more about themselves through various artistic activities and physical exercises. "We encourage children to explore their mind and physical strength together with us by creating creative freedom and space for movement. We hope the strength can help them cope with new situations and establish self-esteem,” she says.

Wittenborg Research Centre visit Greece for project partner collaboration

https://www.wittenborg.eu/erasmus-infuri-project-third-transnational-partner-meeting.htm

On 5 October, Wittenborg CEO Maggie Feng and EU Project Manager Aydan Ismayilova, both representing Wittenborg Research Centre, travelled to Athens, Greece, as part of the European Commission Erasmus+ funded project titled “INnovation in the FURniture Industry in the Era of Circular Economy” (INFURI). The purpose of the trip was twofold: to attend and participate in the Multiplier Event on 5 October, organised by the Greek project partner Creative Thinking Development (CRETHIDEV), and to attend the third transnational partner meeting on 6 October.

The INFURI Project is a 30-month long project which commenced in December 2020. The aim of the project is to spread innovative and sustainable circular business models in the furniture industry with the focus on SMEs and to equip furniture employees with relevant skills related to circularity, while promoting synergies and cooperation among businesses, universities, research centres and other relevant stakeholders operating in the furniture sector.

Finding a home away from home – Practical Advice

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One of the most important things to organise when you come to a new country from abroad is your housing. Compared to many locations, the Netherlands has some unique rules and practices surrounding renting, and the private housing sector contains different challenges than you might be used to. As such, it is always good to read up on things before you get here. Although Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences does offer student housing to accommodate all incoming international students – a unique feat for Dutch schools – the intention is that students will secure their own housing with time. While Wittenborg staff can certainly help you on your journey to find your own accommodation outside the organisation, you will still have to do much of the work on your own. This article contains helpful tips and guidelines for securing affordable, quality private sector rentals in the Netherlands.

Wittenborg MBM/MSc programme fully accredited by FIBAA

https://www.wittenborg.eu/great-celebration-wittenborg-mbmmsc-programme-accredited-fibaa.htm

When the announcement finally came last Thursday that Wittenborg had received full accreditation by FIBAA for its Master of Business Management (MSc) programme, it was a cause for celebration and joy at the 35-year-old business school in its Brinklaan campus in Apeldoorn. FIBAA, the German, Austrian, Swiss Accrediting body conducted a rigorous assessment process of Wittenborg's MBM(MSc) programme since a few months ago and completed the review process with a panel visit last Wednesday and Thursday, 19th and 20th October 2022. The assessment criteria for the review process includes Objectives, Admissions, Contents, Structure & Didactical Concept of the Programme and Academic Environment and Framework Conditions.

Educational Excellence

https://www.wittenborg.eu/amba-bga-excellence-awards-2022-wittenborg-secures-nomination.htm

Last week, Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences celebrated its nomination by the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and Business Graduates Association (BGA) for the AMBA & BGA Excellence Awards 2022. Specifically, Wittenborg is nominated for the BGA Business School Impact Award. The BGA – of which Wittenborg is a member – is an international quality assurance body for business education institutes. Geared toward institutions striving to ensure lifelong learning, responsible economics and positive societal impact, BGA has 210 member schools, more than 90 of which are AMBA-accredited, and more than 20 of which are accredited jointly by AMBA and BGA. The BGA is currently closed to new candidates.

Exchanging Industry Knowledge

https://www.wittenborg.eu/eurochrie-2022-apeldoorn-wittenborg-hosts-multi-day-education-festival.htm

Starting today, 24 October until 27 October, 2022, the European Council on Hospitality, Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education (EuroCHRIE) is taking place in Apeldoorn at the ROC Aventus building. The EuroCHRIE organisation represents over 150 international CHRIE members, including those within the European Economic Area and countries from Africa and the Middle East. During the conference, leading members of the education, business and hospitality communities converge to exchange cutting-edge knowledge as well as tried-and-true practices. As organisers of this event, Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences will ensure guests are treated to high-quality speakers offering insight into the latest industry trends, technology and research.

Apeldoorn: "The Most Beautiful Place in the Netherlands"

https://www.wittenborg.eu/wittenborg-student-plans-optimise-restaurant-industry.htm

For Ural Erselcuk, a student at Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences, success is a matter of intention and practical application of learned skills. He says he first came to know about the school via Wittenborg staff member Sinan Colasan at a higher-education fair in his home country of Turkey. However, he mentions, “I had travelled to and lived around Europe and the Netherlands before." Although it wasn’t his first time in the country, Erselcuk knew he had found something special when he first saw Wittenborg in Apeldoorn. “I found it the most beautiful place in the Netherlands.” Starting off at the former Aventus campus, he says Wittenborg's staff have been very helpful to him on his journey.

Wittenborg Family Member Appointed to AACSB

https://www.wittenborg.eu/wittenborg-family-member-appointed-aacsb.htm

Moving on

Popular member of the Wittenborg family since 2018, Ronald Tuninga is resigning as Vice President of Academic Affairs to take up a new appointment with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the world’s largest business education alliance. Tuninga's decision comes after the AACSB hand-selected him as its new Vice President and Managing Director of Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

With this appointment, Tuninga replaces Tim Mescon, former Executive Vice President and Chief Officer of EMEA who has served in the position since 2014. Despite the news of his departure, Wittenborg is excited for the new opportunities that Tuninga's AACSB appointment will create for him.
Wittenborg's president, Peter Birdsall, said "We will miss Ron as VP. In the past 4 years, Ron has helped and guided our business school towards its goal and seen us grow both in size and in stature. He leaves us with a fabulous team in place that can, and will, reach all our goals."