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Ghent University shines with six prestigious ERC Advanced Grants

Ghent University has once again proven its excellence in research by securing six coveted ERC Advanced Grants. This remarkable achievement places the university at the forefront of European scientific innovation.

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Researchers bring you face to face with a 10,500-year-old woman

Ghent University researchers have reconstructed the face and life of a prehistoric Belgian woman who lived in the Meuse Valley around 10,500 years ago.

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New payment system for document printing

From July 7, 2025, all multifunctionals with a payment terminal will be replaced by new devices. On these new devices, students will have to pay via a new payment system: Ricoh myPrint.

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Free Microsoft applications available for UGent students

UGent has an Azure Dev Tools for Teaching agreement with Microsoft. This agreement allows students to make free use of a number of Microsoft applications for educational purposes.

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Construction projects on Campus Ufo

At Campus Ufo along Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat in Ghent, we are working hard to create a renewed environment. A lot of construction works will start in May 2025.

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Ghent University students win world diplomacy championships

Belgium has won the World Student Diplomacy Championship.

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Rectoral closing speech Dies Natalis 2025

Ghent University - Dies Natalis 2025 Closing speech by Rector Rik Van de Walle

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Discover 'UGent Leest': read together, experience together!

Is a community of reading UGent'ers something for you? Then be sure to check out what 'Ghent University Reads' has in store for you!

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New payment system to print from July 2025

In the month of July, all devices that allow students to print, scan and copy documents at Ghent University will be replaced by new devices. At that time, the e-purse payment system will also be replaced by a new system to pay for prints and copies.

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GUARD strengthens rare disease research

Tomorrow, not coincidentally on Rare Diseases Day, the GUARD consortium is being launched. GUARD stands for Ghent University Action on Rare Diseases and aims to improve research into and treatment of rare diseases.

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Security and awareness around TikTok

Ghent University takes data protection and information security very seriously. Therefore, we want to inform you about our policy and use of the social media platform TikTok, as well as the potential risks for users.

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Three Ghent University researchers win ERC Proof of Concept Grants

Tine Destrooper (in collaboration with postdoctoral researchers Cira Palli-Aspero and Elke Evrard), Anna Tummers and Kevin Van Geem, can now further develop the industrial and social innovation potential of discoveries from their ERC work.

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From 1 January 2025: smoking ban at building entrances and exits

From 1 January 2025, smoking will be banned within 10 metres of the entrances and exits of public libraries and education institutions, among others.

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Nominate your candidate for the Ghent University Alumnus of the Year 2025

Do you know an alumnus who has really made a difference this year?

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Buy your Ghent University sweater at a discount in the pop-up shop

In the week of November 18 you can buy the Ghent University sweater with a 5 euro discount in the restaurants of Campus Coupure, Sterre, Ardoyen and De Brug. Also the new Ghent University sweater!

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Discontinuing ongoing collaborations Israeli partners: important steps taken

At the end of May, Ghent University decided to discontinue ongoing institutional collaborations with certain Israeli governmental and academic institutions. Read here what concrete steps Ghent University has already taken and which still await us.

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Students win ENLIGHT Inclusion Award for accessibility projects

Gaëlle Leon and Marie De Cordt win the ENLIGHT Inclusion Award. This award recognizes their efforts to tackle physical barriers for students with disabilities.

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Boost Your Mood Week: Mental Health Matters

From 4 to 8 November, student well-being will be the focus of Boost Your Mood Week in Ghent. This week, Ghent students will be offering a wide range of activities to boost their mental and physical health.

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Ghent University is building a new student centre

We are excited to announce that Ghent University is currently working on a brand-new student centre on Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat, right next to the De Brug restaurant. From the academic year 2025-2026, this centre will warmly welcome you.

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Rectoral opening speech academic year 2024-2025

On Friday 20 September Ghent University opened its academic year. Here you can read the full text of Rector Rik Van de Walle's opening speech.

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New concept for student restaurant on campus Coupure with fresh and healthy cuisine

In the student restaurant of campus Coupure a pilot project will start to surprise you with tasty and healthy dishes. Every day fresh dishes will be cooked with lots of vegetables and the interior of the dining hall is also getting a cosy makeover.

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