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Here you can find all kinds of practical information and personal support when you are in need of extra guidance during your studies. But also interesting (social) initiatives for you to join.

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Within Fontys, there are all kinds of initiatives in the field of sports, social events and communities. Are you looking for new contacts with students or would you like to meet like-minded people? Check out all existing initiatives or share your plans with us @ Fontys.

Trainings/workshops/events for students

Event || Foundation II: Chaos im Kino
20 Mar 2024 21:00 - 21:00
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Foundation II: Chaos im Kino Foundation is back for a second edition in Eindhoven! This year we will be hosting an amazing line-up of local young talent and Eva Vrijdag as our headliner!
Prepare for an intense evening full of hardgroove, techno and hardtrance for only € 9,50.

Lineup:
2100 Vuig
2200 Sjors van Leeuwen
2300 BOWIE-101
0000 Eva Vrijdag
0100 QIWI
0200 Madstew

Sports event || ESSF Sports Gala
21 Mar 2024 20:00 - 20:00
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On the 21st of March 2024, the annual ESSF sports gala will take place again! During this gala we will have an award ceremony for the Sportsman, Sportswoman, Sportsteam and Sports Association of the year! Next to this, we will also have an added category for our less fortunate athletes: the Bad-Luck-Duck of the year! Make sure to invite all your members, and we would love to see you all in your prettiest gala dress, or fanciest suit on the 21st! If you don't want to miss any updates follow the @essfsportsgala account on Instagram.

Purple Introduction Week 2024
26 Aug 2024 09:00 - 23:00
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If you start your study at Fontys in September, you will start with a super cool introduction week: Purple! September marks the start of the new academic year. We will host the Purple Introduction Week for all new first-year students from 26 to 30 August 2024.

During this week, getting to know each other is key. Getting to know your classmates, your study programme, the city where you will be studying, and, of course, Fontys. We plan to make Purple Introduction Week 2024 as beautiful and fantastic as every year.
Event || Purple Festival 2024
29 Aug 2024 14:00 - 23:00
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We close the introduction week with a BANG... On Thursday we organise Purple Festival from 14:00h to 23:00h. The entire Fontys community comes together at Leijpark. Participants from all cities of all introductory programmes come together to the Purple Festival and enjoy the artists and activities spread over the different stages all day long. The transport from and to the festival is arranged by (shuttle) bus, public transport or bike (Tilburg). This is how you close the introduction week in style with a party that you will talk about with your new friends, classmates and teachers for a long time to come.

Show | Showcase 2024: Harmonic Pieces
02 Jun 2024 14:00 - 21:00
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The Showcase is an annual dance performance organized by the student dance association Footloose, where all dancers can demonstrate what they have been working on throughout the year. This year there are 2 shows on June 2nd: at 14:00 and 19:30.

Experiencing post-covid symptoms?

At Fontys, research is conducted on post-COVID symptoms such as fatigue, headache, and memory issues, and the impact on daily life. Have you experienced these symptoms for at least three months after the initial infection? Or do you know someone who has? Please fill in the survey or pass it along!

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Social safety

Social safety is the degree to which people feel safe to express themselves and participate. Unfortunately, sometimes social safety is infringed upon. Contact a student psychologist or an independent confidential advisor if you would like to talk about this.

To the contact details Read background story on Fontys news

Feeling lonely?

Feeling lonely? You're not alone: 49% of young people experience loneliness. Loneliness is a normal part of life, but sometimes it lasts too long. What do you do then? No worries, we're here for you! Check here how to deal with loneliness. You can also find exciting initiatives for sports, social events, and communities during your studies at Get Connected.

Read more about loneliness go to Get Connected