On Thursday, 11 January, the University of Amsterdam celebrated its 392nd Dies Natalis. Rector Peter-Paul Verbeek addressed the importance of multilingualism at the university in his opening speech 'The Language of Science.' Professor of Oral Microbial Ecology Egija Zaura discussed the mouth as the foundation for everyone's health in her Dies speech. The afternoon ended with the awarding of the honorary doctorates to sociologist/writer Zeynep Tufekci and journalist/columnist Folkert Jensma. The language of science
The number of people crossing the border, who they are and where they come from has changed significantly during the last five years, according to new research.
Panels of experts discuss the housing crisis in America with a focus on how we got here and what can be done. The program will be both in person and virtual. Registration required. Registration is required to attend either in person or on Zoom. Registration for IN-PERSON event closes December 5. Register here. To attend virtually, please join us via Zoom here. The in-person event consists of panel discussions at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. with lunch at noon. At 2 p.m., there will be an opportunity to connect with local organizations that are working to address housing issues. 11 a.m. - Panel Discussion: "How Did We Get Here?" This panel will offer national and regional context for the housing crisis. Jacob William Faber is an Associate Professor of Sociology and Public Service in New York University's Robert F. Wagner School of Public Service and holds a joint appointment in NYU's Sociology Department. His research and teaching focuses on spatial inequality. He leverages o
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