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… can one expect to enter after graduating from these programmes? With this in mind, results from the UM’s alumni research is used twice a year to inform prospective students attending the UM Master Open Days. Additionally, it provides the UM and its faculties with information about their graduates, which can be used for policy purposes. Partly based on the findings of the UM’s alumni research, employability has become one of the UM’s three strategic focal points. Data collection The UM’s alumni …
… Shivani Achrekar. They talk about good coffee, corona challenges and flavourful future plans. 'Meet' the owners of Fixed Gear Coffee, Brian and Shivani, in the grey columns in his article. Brian and Shivani working in Maastricht. Brian: ‘‘Before I started studying, I had a contract as a cyclist on a semi-professional level. However, in the year that I could prove that I was worth a spot in the WorldTour peloton, everything went wrong. I did not perform well and to top that off, the ‘doping bomb’ … store had just opened. At that time, we had almost not buffer left as we had also just invested in new stock materials and we were preparing for the new racing season, so we quickly had to change our sales methods.’’ Shivani: ‘‘Luckily, we also have a webshop, so we managed to keep our sales going across the Benelux area, even offering free delivery in Maastricht. After the first weeks, we could open our shop in Maastricht again for take-away coffee; as of 1 June 2020, both locations have been open … together with Brian. Barista competitions and bike races Brian: ‘‘Although the past few months have been a tough period for us, we are proud that the foundation of our business grew stronger – more people know about our products, services and the webshop now. We also have more followers on social media.’’ Shivani: ‘‘During this period, we were also able to think about our next steps. We want to grow sustainably, keep collaborating with other cycling brands and roasters, take on new bike racing …
02
feb
19:30
… and Humanities, and works as a columnist for the Dutch newspaper NRC Handelsblad. Merckelbach will give a lecture on 'false' allegations and explain why these are of more interest to psychologists than lawyers. Please find an overview of all 13 UM Star Lectures here … Determining the validity of a sexual offense allegation is only possible in hindsight. By that time, however, the suspect may have served time in prison, the alleged crime may have been discussed in the media and witnesses may have … press conferences and interrogation if they have a better understanding of these dynamics. This, in turn, can help them minimise the damage caused by false or unfounded allegations. … Lecture for UM alumni in Amsterdam by professor Merckelbach … UM Star Lecture: The anatomy of 'false' allegations (Dutch lecture) …
14
nov
19:00
Interesting evening on a very topical subject
… Mater and the role of mothers in nature. In a breezy mix of scientific insights and cheery information, Erkens answered the question whether all mothers are equally concerned over the welfare of their offspring. After a brief intermission, several faculties opened their doors in the city centre to host interactive activities. At the School of Business and Economics, the newly appointed dean, Prof. Peter Mollgaard, opened the afternoon programme, which included a well-attended talk by Associate …