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UM professor and vascular surgeon Michael Jacobs looks back on his career of 40 years

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The surgeon who, defeated, leaves the operating room after hours of surgery, to tell the relatives that, unfortunately, the patient did n

Michael Jacobs

The InnBetween is an open student community where you can engage in meaningful experiences. Driven by love, kindness and spirituality, we organise events and projects focused on our core interests:

  • Social responsibility
  • Spirituality
  • Sustainability
  • Science
  • Arts & culture

Become part of the Maastricht community

At The InnBetween, we also strive to help you become an active member of the community where you live. Our student board collaborates with many organisations in Maastricht to bring our student community together with the local resident community. 

The Refugee Project Maastricht is one of our popular initiatives aimed at building mutual understanding, solidarity and a sharing of different cultures. It brings together students, locals, refugees and asylum seekers in an accepting and empowering community that would be more than happy to welcome you.

Engage in intercultural training, large dinners, football games and our buddy and family programmes to meet people from incredible cultures and make Maastricht a better place for everyone!

Counselling for UM students

Our University Chaplain, Petra Kai Körmendy, offers free and confidential counselling for all students. She is qualified in spiritual care and psychology. Contact Petra to make an appointment.

Energy Evolution: The Sustainable Steps of Maastricht University

On 2 April 2022, the Dutch government launched the “Zet ook de knop om” campaign to encourage ho

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Nanne de Vries Professor's Fund: "It wasn't my idea"

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The Nanne de Vries Professor's Fund, formerly known as the Professor's Fund, has been renamed in honour of Nanne de Vries.

Omdoping van het Nanne de Vries Hooglerarenfonds

Tackling Fixophobia - NWO-KIC grant

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Our lives are intertwined with smartphones, TVs, computer devices, and electronic appliances.

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Above-average numbers of Limburgers are overweight.

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It is a problem that will not disappear with a one-size-fits-all solution, says NUTRIM professor Gijs Goossens in L1 i

Gijs Goossens L! interview

Seeing things you cannot see

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Berta Cillero Pastor is an Associate Professor and group leader at the MERLN Institute for Technology-Inspired Regener

Foto van Berta Cillero Pastor

We all experience times when it’s difficult to cope with everyday life and could use some extra support. The UM Psychologists are committed to helping improve your mental wellbeing by finding the right support services for your situation.

Quick Psychological Referral (QPR)

If you're concerned about your mental health or wellbeing and not sure where to turn for help, our UM Psychologists can give you a Quick Psychological Referral (QPR). In a 10-minute session—online, at the SSC or at UM SPORTS —you can confidentially discuss your situation, get advice on what to do next and receive a recommendation for the right care within or outside UM. Following through on the psychologist’s advice is up to you.

For UM staff it is also possible to book a QPR to get advice and recommendation regarding one of their students.

  Book a QPR appointment

QPR sessions are available several times a week. If you don't see an available appointment, keep checking the website. 

How to make the most of your ten minutes:

  • Be on time.
  • Try to quickly explain what your biggest concern/issue is.
UM Student Psychologists
Our UM Psychologists are happy to help. From top left to bottom right: Veronique, Michelle, Fraukje, Wendy, Tessa, Onur, Greet, Liam.

Lectures, workshops and training courses

If you want to learn about a specific mental health topic in a group setting, we offer a number of lectures, workshops and training courses on topics ranging from stress management to coping with loss. Check out the overview of lectures, workshops and training courses to find out which topics are covered and to sign up.

Mental healthcare in the Netherlands

If you would like to see a psychologist or psychiatrist in the Netherlands, you will first need to make an appointment with your general practitioner (GP or 'huisarts'). He or she will then refer you to a specific therapist or mental health centre, if needed. All GPs have a ‘praktijkondersteuner’ (POH, practice assistant) with a specialisation in mental health who can also offer short-term help.

For more information about healthcare in the Netherlands, check out our video. 

Wellbeing initiatives

There are many initiatives and programmes you can participate in that are designed to promote your wellbeing. So, if you’re looking for tools that can help you have a happier and healthier student life, check out our webpage on student wellbeing.

External mental health resources

There are also a number of external resources for mental health that you can explore:

  • Mind-Health Check: This online questionnaire focuses on mental wellbeing, providing feedback on areas such as mood and stress, along with personalised recommendations and links to free tools that might help you.
  • MoodLift online programmes: Participate in anonymous programmes designed to help with issues such as improving mood and reducing stress.
  • Ease.nl: Speak or chat anonymously with someone without needing an appointment at Ease.nl, discussing any concerns you might have.
  • Suicide prevention crisis line 113: If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide, please contact the national suicide prevention organisation to speak confidentially with a mental health professional or volunteer. If you are concerned about another student who is having suicidal thoughts, see our UM webpage on suicidal thoughts. 
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