MORE THAN A DEGREE AWARDS
What are the More Than A Degree awards?
The More Than A Degree Awards is a yearly award show to celebrate student engagement at the University of Twente. Students, boards and committees who delivered an exceptional contribution to the student life in Enschede are at the centre of this large event. All students are eligible to be nominated and to nominate other students, boards, events, etc. The different categories are explained below.
Thank you for joining The More Than A Degree Awards which were held on October 15th, 2026! Next year, we will be back!
The winners of 2026 are:
Full-time Board of The Year: de Batavierenrace commissie
Part-time Board of The Year: D.W.V. Hardboard
Event of The Year: The Basement Project
Entrepreneurial Idea of The Year - HyDriven
Sport Or Culture Performance Of The Year: Yvar Schukken
Active Student of The Year: Lars Kruitwagen
Categories:
The More Than A Degree Awards are separated into 6 categories. It is possible to nominate anyone you think should be awarded for their contribution and/or performance last year.
Full-time Board Of The Year: The members of the Full-time Board of the Year have made a great effort to improve their association and the student life in Enschede in general.
Part-time Board Of The Year: The members of the Part-time Board of the Year have made a great effort to improve their association and the student life in Enschede in general.
Event Of The Year: Student life thrives on memorable moments, and the Event of the Year was one that brought people together, sparked enthusiasm, and showcased the creativity and dedication of its organizers. Whether it was a large-scale festival, an inspiring symposium, or a unique themed gathering, this event stood out as a highlight of the year.
Entrepreneurial Idea Of The Year: This is the category for those students who made an effort to help the UT keep the title of 'most entrepreneurial university' by running their own company or otherwise promoting innovation and entrepreneurship.
Sport Or Culture Performance Of The Year: From championship wins to amazing artistic performances, this category celebrates students who pushed the boundaries in sports or culture. Whether as individuals or as a team, their achievements reflect passion, perseverance, and the vibrant diversity of talent within our university community.
Active Student Of The Year: The student community of Enschede is kept running by many hard-working students who eagerly organize events, run organizations and bring people together. The Active Student of the Year has made a significant contribution to the student community in the past year.