Strike on Tuesday 10 June
Join the strike on Tuesday 10 June in Amsterdam and protest the budget cuts in higher education!
Budget cuts in higher education. Now what?
The coalition agreement includes the largest budget cuts in higher education since the 1980s. What does this mean for the University of Amsterdam (UvA)?
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Universities help the Netherlands move forward
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Healthcare
Cancer is becoming increasingly treatable. Thanks to the hundreds of doctors and researchers trained each year by the UvA and other universities. -
Education
Children in the Netherlands deserve good teachers. The UvA and other universities train excellent educators. -
Housing shortage
There is a shortage of 400,000 homes. Smart solutions are urgently needed and come from researchers trained by the UvA and other universities. -
Innovation
To keep the Netherlands strong and independent, we need innovation. The UvA is at the forefront of quantum mechanics, enabling us to develop new medicines more quickly, as well as many other things. -
Quality of life
Dutch agriculture and food supply are leading the way thanks to innovations from science. These researchers are trained by the UvA and other universities. -
Mental health
Monthslong waiting lists at mental health services (GGZ)? Yes, psychologists are in high demand. They are trained by the UvA and other universities. -
Drinking water
We are increasingly finding microplastics in our drinking water. The UvA and other universities are researching how to keep Dutch water clean.