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    Student Wellbeing Week

    12 - 16 October 2026

    When you feel good, you can study better. But how do you take care of your own well-being? During Student Wellbeing Week, get inspired by Marlou Fernanda and discover new ways to boost your well-being and resilience. Get creative during a photography workshop, find your flow with yoga, challenge yourself with boxing, learn some salsa moves, and celebrate together at our Caribbean closing party. There’s something for everyone!

    You can find our full program in Dutch here

    Activities

    All activities below are in English and for free!

    Photography workshop

    Tuesday, October 13 | 1:00–3:00 PM | Kralingse Zoom

    In this interactive workshop, photography is used as a way to reflect on identity, self-image and personal stories. Through creative assignments, questions are explored such as: How do you see yourself? Where do you find strength, peace or inspiration? Using their phones, participants create images of people, objects and their surroundings. Rather than technical perfection, the focus is on looking, feeling and finding meaning. Photography, text and crafts can come together in a personal mini artwork or poster.

    I'm in!

    Marlou Fernanda: Screening & Talk

    Wednesday 14 October| 11:00 - 13:00h | WdK

    The Rotterdam-based artist Marlou Fernanda uses art to explore who we are, what we feel, and where we want to go. During Student Wellbeing Week, we will screen her documentary Destination Unknown – Marlou Fernanda, followed by a personal conversation. Afterwards, you can get creative yourself during an exclusive expressive painting workshop with Marlou, inspired by music. Please note: the workshop requires separate registration.

    Yes, I'm there!

    Caribbean party - with salsa workshop

    Thursday 9 oktober | 15.00 - 19.00 | Kralingse Zoom

    We’re wrapping up the week with a party! Did you know that moving rhythmically to music (in other words, dancing :-) ) has a positive effect on your well-being? And that this effect is even stronger when you do it together with others? Start off with a salsa workshop at 3:00 PM by Selwin and Suleika and stay for more dancing, mocktails, Caribbean snacks and a professional salsa performance. No dance experience is needed, and you don’t need a dance partner (everyone dances with everyone). So don’t hesitate—just give it a try!

    Sounds good, I'm in!

    Craft and Connect

    Thursday, October 15 | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM | Kralingse Zoom (1st floor, next to the restaurant)

    Looking to relax between classes and meet new people? Come join us for some painting and/or drawing at Craft & Connect. Create a beautiful little painting or magnet for your room, or as a gift for a friend. Will we see you there?

    No registration required

    Recharge & Read

    Thursday 15 oktober | 11:00 – 15:00 | Kralingse Zoom | library

    Need a break from deadlines and classes? Is your mind working overtime and just won’t switch off? During the Student Wellbeing Week, we’re transforming the library at Kralingse Zoom into a Recharge & Read zone. Let the Book Doctor prescribe you a book that matches your mood, discover a new perspective, or simply settle in with a good book. We've also installed the Kindness Phone. Here you can spread a little positivity: leave a kind message for a fellow student. Drop by between 11:00 and 15:00, take a moment for yourself and recharge among the books.

    No need to apply

    Free Sport classes @ Erasmus Sport

    12 - 16 October

    During Student Wellbeing Week, you can join a variety of free sports classes at Erasmus Sport. From Pilates and Yoga to Zumba, HYROX and Judo, there’s something for everyone! Discover a new sport, boost your energy and fitness, and get moving at the Kralingse Zoom location.

    Yes, I want to try out some classes!

    Free yoga classes

    Monday, October 12 (Kralingse Zoom) and Tuesday, October 13 (Wijnhaven Blaak)

    Looking to reduce stress and feel more relaxed in your body? Want to improve your mental wellbeing? Come along to one of our yoga classes. All students are welcome, whether you’re a beginner or more experienced. Click the link below for an overview of our classes and locations. No registration is required.

    Check under > Yoga Class

    Boxing training

    Wednesday, October 14 | 7:00–8:30 PM | Museumpark, room MP.L00.448

    Looking for a way to get active, boost your energy and strengthen your focus? During this boxing training, you’ll work on your fitness, confidence and mental strength while reducing stress. Every last Wednesday of the month, Student Wellbeing organizes a training at Museumpark, especially for students and staff ambassadors. No experience is needed: everyone is welcome!

    Please sign up using this form
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    Check out the programme here
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