Meeting for students and staff from France

The Executive Board of Maastricht University wishes to observe a moment of silence with students and staff from France for the tragic events that have taken place in Paris and in other places hit by terror attacks. A get-together will be organised on Tuesday 17 November, from 19.00-20.00, at the Student Service Centre, Bonnefantenstraat 2.

Rector Luc Soete will be present on behalf of the Board. Camille Oostwegel, Honorary Consul of France, will also join the gathering.

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