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… non-US citizens receiving Title IV funds, specifically the Federal Direct Loan and PLUS loans. Title IV funds are awarded to a student under the assumption that s/he will attend school for the entire period for which the assistance is awarded. When a student withdraws from all his/her courses, for any reason including medical withdrawals, s/he may no longer be eligible for the full amount of Title IV funds that s/he was originally scheduled to receive. If the student withdraws from all his courses prior to … Federal aid includes Federal Direct Loan (subsidized and unsubsidized), Parent Plus Loan and Graduate Plus Loan. The return of funds is based upon the concept that students earn their financial aid in proportion to the amount of time in which they are enrolled. Under this reasoning, a student who withdraws in the second week of classes has earned less of his/her financial aid than a student who withdraws in the seventh week. Once 60% of the semester is completed, a student is considered to …

… Energy retrofitting of private homes: a challenge Dr. Annemarie van Zeijl-Rozema With: Prof.dr. Piet Eichholtz (SBE) Mike Langen-MSc (SBE) Prof.dr. Rob Ruiter (FPN) 20 March 2019 vision to provide through research and education the knowledge base for policymaking and innovation in the pursuit of sustainability mission to contribute … - transdisciplinary attitude ICIS: Maastricht University’s scientific institute for sustainable development Retrofitting: ??? • ‘providing something with a component or feature not fitted during manufacture or adding something that it did not have when first constructed’ • For a building: improving the building fabric, and upgrading building services. • Not: changing the windows or introducing LED lighting • Energy retrofitting: improving the energy performance of the building as a whole 3 … various options • No clear data about the benefits 10 Focus groups in the 6 cities: what do people flag? Preliminary results 11 And also, there must be some better way to insulate the front door of an appartment so that draught doesn’t come in. I just can’t find that solution In our common landing the light is controlled, I suppose, by the council. But I read years ago we shouldn’t have the light on all day. But now it seems to being on all day and night. <CITY LOGO> Be inspired by general examples …

… migration - Workers’ involvement - Position of shareholders - Multinational groupings – cross border mergers - Financial Markets – Takeovers Comparative Company Law International commercial law (Handelsrecht) De “handelskoop” als transactie Seller Buyer Contract of Sale Carriage Goods Payment Money • Internationale koopovereenkomst - Toepasselijk recht, Weens Koopverdrag - Handelsbedingen (Incoterms FOB, CIF etc) - Geschillenbeslechting • Vervoer - Weg-, zee- en gecombineerd vervoer • Betaling - … Honours Research Track • Ambitious supplementary programme - Additional workload of 18 ECTS (+ 12 in case of extended master’s thesis) - 10 – 12 students per year • Focus: research methodology • Aim: prepare students for a PhD and an academic career • When? Every Wednesday 4-6pm • Result: Honours certificate Courses Master’s Thesis P1 • Selection procedure • Information session grant applications P2 • Art of doing research Select topic and supervisor P3 • Academic Writing in English Consultation …

… Theo de Kok - Research group: - Address for correspondence: Universiteitssingel 40, 6229 ER Maastricht - Telephone: +31 43 3881091 - E-mail: t.dekok@maastrichtuniversity.nl 2. Information on UM Faculty/ Department/ Institute/ School contact person: When the application is granted by both the CSC and UM, the contact person is responsible for the practical arrangements of the integration of the PhD candidate: - Initial(s), first name, surname: Ankie Hochstenbach - Research group: Research school MHeNS - Address for correspondence: Universiteitssingel 40, 6229 ER Maastricht - Telephone: +31 43 3881021 - … Disease and Environmental Risk Factors 6. Short summary of research plan (max. 250 words) (A full plan must be submitted later) Background: Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a common neurodegenerative disorder characterized by progressive memory loss with an increasing prevalence. While up to 5% of AD cases are attributed to specific gene mutations (familial AD), the majority are sporadic, suggesting a potential role for environmental factors in AD development. Emerging evidence points to exogenous …

… center of TRANSITION ZONE, an art and research project in which artists search for the qualities of an old, multi-layered location – one that doesn’t reveal itself easily. Artists research various hidden notions of place which more or less playfully can be applied to the ongoing transformation process of the ENCI quarry. They do so in close collaboration with parties involved in the transformation process. During one year 13 artists examine the quarry and its users, and they will present their research and work at various public moments, resulting guided tours and presentations. In their work, they …

… is to offer international talent an opportunity to start working as a highly skilled migrant or, for example, to start their own business. In addition to graduates in the Netherlands or graduates studying at a world-class university abroad, the scheme can also be used by researchers. A further plus is that, under certain conditions, the orientation year may be applied for not once, but multiple times. People may work without having to apply for an additional work permit (TWV) during the orientation year and are permitted to do all kind of work (or internships). The IND fees for the orientation year are €622 and will need to be paid by the applicant. Eligibility You … of purpose. If this is not the case, you must leave the country as soon as possible.  In spite of the above, it is possible to apply for multiple orientation years. Each time a graduate obtains a new degree or a researcher has completed new research, they may again apply for an orientation year. Application KCIS can assist you in the process of obtaining an orientation year. Please note however, that this is a personal application in which Maastricht University cannot act as your ‘recognised …

… station in Sittard, is one such place . About PITground: PITground offers a combination of working, living and socialising in one location. The name says it all: 'PIT' refers to a central place where everything comes together and beautiful things can grow and flourish. Housed in the former DSM offices, PITground consists of different parts: the Workground with offices for various companies, the Spareground with a restaurant, gym and meeting rooms and the Stayground with 221 student studios and 49 expat flats. Luca Schoutrop, General Manager PITground Sittard: ‘I have been involved in this concept from … of living, working and recreation. You don't see that very often. It is also centrally located, close to the railway station where you can easily travel to Maastricht or Eindhoven and beyond. This is also reflected in the mix of students living here. They come from Maastricht University, TU Eindhoven and other universities all over the country. Students from Zuyd University of Applied Sciences and vocational schools in the area also live here. Students today look for housing in a very different …

… such as water, fertile soil, biodiversity, and climate regulation (FAO, 2010, p. 112), and affects local populations whose livelihoods depend heavily on the use of forest resources (like wood, oils, fruits, and fibres) (Paupitz, 2010, p. 59). Together with land degradation and climate change, deforestation is among the main causes of increased vulnerability to desertification. In arid and semi-arid regions, deforestation also increases the risk of droughts and biodiversity loss (FAO, 2010, p.112; … related to forest resources and their use (Arts & Buizer, 2009, p.345; Hickey, 2008, p. 109). What we observe in the current literature, however, is the need for a more precise understanding of the meaning of SFM, and more specifically, how it can be applied in an integrated manner in different forests or socio-economic circumstances (Haberl et al., 2013, p.1; Quine, Bailey & Watts, 2013, p. 867; Hahn & Knoke, 2010, p. 797; Hickey, 2008, p. 109; Sayer & Maginnis, 2005, p. 15). This chapter … United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) (Article 4(1b))21; and the Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) (Article 10)22. Following this strategy, states might maintain their national sovereignty regarding the way in which they define and regulate the use of environmental resources related to biodiversity, climate change, and desertification (Eikermann, 2015, p. 106, p. 183). Nevertheless, this may imply that national policies developed under the guidance of such …

… 2 Deviating rules for students who went on a study abroad 1. In deviation of article 3.6, the skills training BENS2003 and/or the project BENP2003 in year 3 are not compulsory in case students did a study abroad. 2. Students who did a study abroad can take up to 30 ECTS credits at a foreign partner university. In case less than 30 ECTS credits are obtained, the student has to add courses from the electives of the BSc Business Engineering programme. The skills training BENS2003 or the project … in the second semester in or after their third year of the bachelor’s study programme Business Engineering. Students who go on an exchange in the second semester in the third year in the first or second semester after the third year can only graduate with study delay. Article 3 Deviating rules for students who start the Thesis Research Project (BENP2004) 1. Students can start the Thesis Research Project (BENP2004) in period 1, 2, 4 and 5 of their third year; and after they obtained 120 ECTS credits. Article 4 Deviating rules for students with a study delay 1. Students with a study delay due to a skills training can retake the skills in the next academic year together with two courses and a new skill. For these …

… FUN Buddy / System / Freely / The idea / BUDDY COUPLES Internationalization is a core value of Maastricht University. The buddy programme is a fun and informal addition to existing onboarding and introduction programmes. If you have settled down as PhD candidate yourself, you can become a buddy to a newcomer. The programme is casual and has minimal guidelines: buddy couples are encouraged to meet on their own initiative and spend their time together freely. In short, the buddy programme is an … may vary based on needs and availability. After the period of three months, you are welcome to sign up again and receive a new buddy. Practical details Buddies and newcomers are matched based on their background and workplace. Once we have matched you with a buddy, you will receive an email with your buddy’s contact information. This way you can meet each other right away! Buddies will receive 0.5 EC points for their effort (up to 1.5 EC for 3 PhD candidates), which can be used to apply for a MHeNs certificate at the end of the PhD …