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Social Program 2012
Social Program Tilburg University Summer School 2
Contents Preface
Welcome to Tilburg University! We have prepared a very diverse and fun-packed social program for you in order to make TUSS 2012 an unforgettable experience.
In this booklet, you find all the ins and outs about the activities and where and when to meet, as well as other information about bike rental, arrival, the Welcome Day and more.
Enjoy your summer at Tilburg University Summer School!
See our Tilburg University Summer School Facebook page.
Arrival Day
Welcome Day
Tilburg Tour
Welcome Picnic
When & Where
Dutch Games Night
City Trip Amsterdam
La Trappe Brewery
Movie Night
Visit to the Efteling
Rowing Clinic
International Dinner
City Trip The Hague
Lacrosse Day
Pub Quiz
Farewell BBQ
Sports Center
Language Café
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By Tessa BakermansStudent Assistent Summer School 2012
Tessa Bakermans
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Arrival Day
To start your summer school experience off right, we do our best to make your arrival as easy as possible. Our mentors will be at the station to pick you up, take you to get your room key, and show you to your room.
Any problems? Give us a call. The number will be sent to you.
Getting settled in Tilburg
When & Where?• Thursday July 12• 09:00 - 16:00• Train station ‘Tilburg Universiteit’
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Welcome DayA warm welcome
The Welcome Day is the official Summer School kick-off. Apart from receiving a warm welcome, you are taken on a tour of the school and receive your welcome package. During an IT introduction you receive information about the computer and internet facilities on campus. Those who are interested in renting a bike will have the opportunity to rent a bike this morning. We end with informal drinks at the Sports Center.
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July 13Welcome Day schedule
Bicycle information
Bike rental July 13 11:00 - 12:30 Academia Bring identification and cash
Activity Date Time Place Important
Bike return
11:00
13:15
15:30
16:00
Registration and Bike Rental
Lunch
Sports Center introduction
Academia
Academia
Sports Center
Time Activity Place
12:30
14:00
Official opening
Campus tour and IT introduction
Welcome drinks
Academia
Campus, Library
Sports Center
Dates/times will be announced on the Summer School website
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Tilburg TourGet to know Tilburg
When & Where?• Saturday July 14• 13:00 - 16:00• Tilburg Central Station
During this walking tour we will show you the city center of Tilburg in all its glory. Starting with a tour through the shopping streets, we will visit an interesting museum and end where many nice little restaurants and café’s are situated. We will conclude our tour on one of the lovely terraces of Tilburg with a cool and refreshing drink.
Of course we will not forget to show you the amazing nightlife either!
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Welcome PicnicA relaxed and delicious start
When & Where?• Sunday July 15• 13:00 - 17:00• Academia building• In case of bad weather, there is a plan B indoors
An outdoor picnic is the perfect way to spend your first Sunday in the Netherlands.
Meet your fellow social program participants and enjoy a great meal on the grounds of the University. Your social program mentors will also be there to meet you and answer any questions you might have.
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When & Where
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
July 9
July 16
July 23
July 30
August 6
July 31
August 7
August 1
August 8
August 2
August 9
August 3
August 10
August 4
August 11
August 5
August 12
July 10
July 17
July 24
July 11
July 18
July 25
July 12
July 19
July 26
July 13
July 20
July 27
July 14
July 21
July 28
July 15
July 22
July 29
Arrival Day
Pub Quiz & Party
Farewell BBQ
Welcome Day
Welcome Picnic
City Trip The Hague
Rowing Clinic
Language Cafe
Social program at a glance
Basic Optional Sports
Legend
Tilburg Tour
FitnessInstruction
FitnessInstruction
Dutch Games
InternationalDinner
Movie Night
Visit Brewery
CitytripAmsterdam
Visit Efteling
LacrosseDay
Language Cafe
Party @ I*ESN
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Important locations
A - Academia D - Dante E - Esplanade O - Sports Center S - Station
University Map
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Traditional Dutch Games NightCan you beat the Dutch?
The question is: are the Dutchies as good at it as they say they are? Compete against your fellow students and try to win the sack-race or be the first who gets the nail in the bottle!
The crazy Dutch games are there to win them. Of course there are some nice prizes to win as well.
When & Where?• Tuesday July 17• 19:30 - 22:00• Sports Center
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City Trip AmsterdamRenowned capital of The Netherlands
When & Where?• Saturday July 21• 08:00 - 21:00 • Tilburg Central Station• Wear comfortable shoes
No trip to The Netherlands is complete without a visit to the capital city of Amsterdam. Our mentors will take you to see some of the famous sights including a tour of the canals and an interesting Museum (Anne Frank Museum). But there’s more! Just let yourself be surprised and join the ride.
You can bring your own lunch or you can buy it. Dinner in Amsterdam is possible at your own expense.
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La Trappe BrewerySee how beer is brewed
Have you always wanted to know how beer is brewed? Or do you just fancy a glass of delicious Dutch beer?
Then come with us to the La Trappe Brewery, where one of the best Dutch beers is brewed right before your eyes!
When & Where?• Sunday July 22• 12:00 - 17:00• Tilburg Central Station• We will leave from there by bike
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Movie NightLights. Camera. Action!
When & Where?• Tuesday July 24• 19:30 - 22:30• Academia • We will take care of drinks and snacks!
Sit back, relax, and enjoy an evening of scintillating cinema. For one evening only, we will turn a lecture room into a big-screen movie theater and show you the movie which is the most popular among you and your Summer School friends.
Would you like to vote on which movie will be shown? Please visit our Summer School facebook page and select or add your favorite movie to our Movie Night poll!
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Visit to the EftelingOne thrilling exciting adventure!
The Efteling is an amusementpark like no other. Its central theme is fairytales, and you can find all sorts of different rides which are all guaranteed fun!
You can ride the various rollercoasters and enjoy yourself all day long!
When & Where?• Saturday July 28• 08:30 - 21:00• Tilburg Central Station• Only lunch will be provided
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Rowing ClinicYou against the water
When & Where?• Sunday July 29• 13:00 - 18:00• Meeting place: Central Station Tilburg, we will leave from there by bike• Bring sportswear and a towel
Rowing club Vidar competes at the highest level, so you will be learning from the best. They teach you all the rowing basics before taking you out onto the water.
Afterwards, there is time to relax and share your experiences over a drink.
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International DinnerTaste food from all over the world
Have you always been interested in other eating habits? Always wanted to taste food from all over the world? This is your chance! The concept of this night: you bring a traditional dish from your country and we provide drinks and the location.
It is also possible to prepare your dish at our location.
When & Where?• Tuesday July 31• 19:00 - 23:00• Meeting point: Academia
building
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City Trip The Hague & BeachA day of politics and beach fun
When & Where?• Saturday August 4• 08:00 - 21:00• Tilburg Central Station• Wear comfortable shoes. Lunch is included, but dinner not.
The Hague: an important city to the Dutch since that is where the government resides. In the morning, we will take you to the Binnenhof, the centre of Dutch politics.
In the afternoon, we are off to Scheveningen, one of the most famous Dutch beaches and a lively pier. If the weather is poor, we will go to a museum featuring the works of the world-famous Dutch artist M.C. Escher.
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Lacrosse DayCatch, carry and pass the ball to win!
Learn how to play lacrosse and amaze your team and competitors with your newborn lacrosse skills in an exciting competition! Be aware: this game is for though guys and girls!
A lunch will be provided to make sure you have enough energy to win the game.
When & Where?• Sunday August 5• 10:00 - time will be announced soon• Sports Center• Bring your sports clothing
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Pub QuizUse your brains, then go crazy!
When & Where?• Friday August 7• 19:30 - 23:00• Pub ‘Heuvel 15’
If you know you’re always right, but no-one ever listens to you, then this is your chance. The Pub Quiz is the ultimate way to prove once and for all that your team is the smartest.
After competing, we forget all rivalry and party together. Forget about statistics, grammar, or the economy, even if it’s just for one night.
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Farewell BBQFinal festivities and farewells
When & Where?• Friday August 10• 17:00 - 21:00• Sports Center
All good things must come to an end, but let’s make the ending count! This is the time to recover from your exams and share memories with your fellow Summer School participants. While enjoying a nice grilled burger (or vegetarian equivalent), we’ll say goodbye to the teachers, mentors, and classmates.
We hope you will have had some serious fun!
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Sports CenterGet competitive at the Sports Center
Are you interested in sports? Visit Tilburg University Sports Center. It is located at walking distance from the university campus, and gives you the opportunity to practice different sports, such as tennis, swimming and fitness. For your relaxation, there is even a sauna.
For just 25 euros, you can buy a sports card for the entire summer. Or you can buy a daily pass for 6 Euros.
July 16 19:00 - 20:00 Sports Center
Date Time Place
July 30 19:00 - 20:00 Sports Center
Tilburg University Sports CenterAcademielaan 55037 ET Tilburgwww.tilburguniversity.edu/sports
Fitness instruction
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Language CafeWillkommen, bienvenida, welcome!
The Language Cafe concept is simple: get people together in an informal setting and speak a different language. Whether you want to practice what you’ve learnt during the Dutch lessons or simply speak your native German for a while, everyone is welcome to join us for a drink and a chat.
Languages: English, Dutch, Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese, or any other language you happen to speak!
July 20 17:00 - 18:30 Atrium (Academia Building)
Date Time Place
August 3 17:00 - 18:30 Atrium (Academia Building)
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Tilburg University Summer SchoolAcademia building room A408
Telephone: +31 (0)13 46 68 929
www.tilburguniversity.nl/summerschoolsummerschool@tilburguniversity.nl
Daan KlijsenTessa Bakermans
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Design & layout: FOAM (designbyfoam.nl)
© iStockPhoto.com: p.1, p.7, p.11, p.12, p.13, p.14, p.16, p.17, p.18, p.20© Nederlandse Beeldbank: p.10© Eventi Photography: p.15© Dion Sillen: p.21
Text: International Office, L. Mous, T. BakermansPrint: Q-Promotions Tilburg© Tilburg University 2012
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