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Fellow:Rick Akkerman

2020-06-15T18:51:08Z

RickAkkerman:

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'''School:''' University of Twente

'''Cohort:''' Fall 2019

'''Contact him about:''' Hosting workshops, student information applications, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and small talk

'''Email:''' r.j.p.akkerman@student.utwente.nl

Rick Akkerman is an undergraduate student at the [[School:University of Twente|University of Twente]] in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Netherlands the Netherlands]. Currently he is in his second year of University College ATLAS (Technology, Liberal Arts & Sciences). The program centralizes interdisciplinary, project-based learning and feedback, with the aim of giving students the experience necessary to make innovative technologies practical within a complex society. The self-designed learning concepts allow students to create their own learning path, which in Rick's case means specializing in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. Simple to use applications with high impact, such as Hand Talk or Plantix, that bring AI to the consumer in a tangible way, is what inspired Rick to pursue a job within this domain.

To create such applications, you do not only need to understand your consumer well, you also need to know how to intervene and have a meaningful impact. For this reason, Rick enrolled in the honours program at his university, focused on Processes of Change. Analyzing the concept of change and dynamics on various societal levels, helped him to shape effective change interventions and understand his surroundings better. Next to that, Rick contributed to his study association by maintaining and setting up mutual-beneficial collaborations with companies as External Relations Officer. Connecting students to companies and the other way around, taught him a lot about what students value in an employer and companies value in an employees.

In his second year Rick became an University Innovation Fellow. Together with two other Fellows, [[Fellow:Thyne Scholte|Thyne Scholte]] and [[Satwik Krishna]], Rick focused on improving the UT [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvRZMvN1duQ Campus App]. Originally the app was aimed at welcoming new students to the university by supplying general information such as schedules, university events and navigation. Once students became acquainted with the student life, the app became relatively less and less useful. Creating one centralized application to not only supply information but also connect students, was the go to move to create more value for all students. Currently, the app is in development and planned to go live at the start of next academic year. Moreover, Rick is on the organizing team for the first [https://www.utwente.nl/en/uif/Twente-4%20Hours%20Global/ Twente-4 Hours Global Meetup], which is a 24-hour relay race around the globe filled with workshops hosted by UIF cohorts from every corner of the planet. Rick is overseeing the marketing of the event.

In the UIF team internally Rick is a real all-rounder, supporting other Fellows and the coordinating team in their projects and plans. Currently, Rick is exploring opportunities for working together with companies or other design thinking driven initiatives to enlarge the UIF network in the Netherlands.
==Related Links==
[https://www.utwente.nl/en/ University of Twente Website][http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Twente University of Twente Wiki]
[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Twente_Student_Priorities Student Priorities]
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Fellow:Rick Akkerman

2020-06-15T18:48:30Z

RickAkkerman:

[[File:Rick.png|thumb]]
'''School:''' University of Twente

'''Cohort:''' Fall 2019

'''Contact him about:''' Hosting workshops, student information applications, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and small talk

'''Email:''' r.j.p.akkerman@student.utwente.nl

Rick Akkerman is an undergraduate student at the [[School:University of Twente|University of Twente]] in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Netherlands the Netherlands]. Currently he is in his second year of University College ATLAS (Technology, Liberal Arts & Sciences). The program centralizes interdisciplinary, project-based learning and feedback, with the aim of giving students the experience necessary to make innovative technologies practical within a complex society. The self-designed learning concepts allow students to create their own learning path, which in Rick's case means specializing in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. Simple to use applications with high impact, such as Hand Talk or Plantix, that bring AI to the consumer in a tangible way, is what inspired Rick to pursue a job within this domain.

To create such applications, you do not only need to understand your consumer well, you also need to know how to intervene and have a meaningful impact. For this reason, Rick enrolled in the honours program at his university, focused on Processes of Change. Analyzing the concept of change and dynamics on various societal levels, helped him to shape effective change interventions and understand his surroundings better. Next to that, Rick contributed to his study association by maintaining and setting up mutual-beneficial collaborations with companies as External Relations Officer. Connecting students to companies and the other way around, taught him a lot about what students value in an employer and companies value in an employees.

In his second year Rick became an University Innovation Fellow. Together with two other Fellows, [[Fellow:Thyne Scholte|Thyne Scholte]] and [[Satwik Krishna]], Rick focused on improving the UT Campus App. Originally the app was aimed at welcoming new students to the university by supplying general information such as schedules, university events and navigation. Once students became acquainted with the student life, the app became relatively less and less useful. Creating one centralized application to not only supply information but also connect students, was the go to move to create more value for all students. Currently, the app is in development and planned to go live at the start of next academic year. Moreover, Rick is on the organizing team for the first Twente-4 Hours Global Meetup, which is a 24-hour relay race around the globe filled with workshops hosted by UIF cohorts from every corner of the planet. Rick is overseeing the marketing of the event.

In the UIF team internally Rick is a real all-rounder, supporting other Fellows and the coordinating team in their projects and plans. Currently, Rick is exploring opportunities for working together with companies or other design thinking driven initiatives to enlarge the UIF network in the Netherlands.
==Related Links ==
[https://www.utwente.nl/en/ University of Twente Website][http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Twente University of Twente Wiki]
[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Twente_Student_Priorities Student Priorities]
[[Category:University_of_Twente_(2019_Fall_cohort)]]
[[Category:Student Contributors]]
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Fellow:Thyne Scholte

2020-06-15T15:13:53Z

RickAkkerman: email

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'''School''': University of Twente (UT) 
'''Cohort''': Fall 2019 
'''Contact him about''': Anything to do with technology, 3D printing, hosting workshops on design thinking, Campus Apps, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Science. 
'''Email''': t.m.scholte@student.utwente.nl 

Thyne Scholte is a University Innovation Fellow at the University of Twente (UT). He is currently in the second year of his study, Technology and Liberal Arts & Sciences (BSc). Thyne was born in Amsterdam but lived his entire life abroad in Yemen, Rwanda, and Cameroon. This has shaped who he is today and his ultimate goal is to one day move back and use his expertise to help businesses compete with the western world. In Thyne's first year he was chair of the Media committee of his study association where he continued to work on the association's website. Next to that, he joined an Honours program that focused on Processes of Change. This program taught Thyne a lot about himself and the type of role he plays in a team.

Thyne's major is in the field of Artificial Intelligence and Entrepreneurship. This stems from his interest in anything technology related. In his second semester he together with a group of students built a plan on the possible implementation of an artificially intelligent system into the dutch electrical grid to increase both its efficiency and resilience. Thyne has challenged himself here by taking part masters level courses to learn more about the field. 

As a University Innovation Fellow, Thyne's first project was improving the UT Campus App. The app was initially built just to welcome students to the UT. Thyne had the vision to create am app that would be the central hub for events on campus. Currently, all events are spread out over multiple different sources. Creating one place where all of these events are housed would possibly bring a larger sense of community to the campus at the UT. With the push and student input, Thyne added to the project a new app is currently in development.

Next to that Thyne took on the role of Financial Coordinator or the UIF Twente. With that role, he strategizes on how best to divide the funds to make the largest impact on Campus. With that role, he is also part of the coordinating team and its responsibility to continue to look for partners with similar goals to increase the presence and image of UIF in Twente.

Aside from that Thyne is also on the organizing team of the first Twente-Four Hours (24 Hours Online) Meetup. Here he will oversee the technological aspect to ensure that the attendees get the best participating experience.

Thyne has also worked on several other projects and would love to get into contact if you anybody needs help!

==Related Links ==
[https://www.utwente.nl/en/ University of Twente Website]
[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Twente University of Twente Wiki]
[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Twente_Student_Priorities Student Priorities]
[http://www.linkedin.com/in/tscholte LinkedIn]
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2020-06-15T14:59:02Z

RickAkkerman:

Alps Meetup

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2020-06-15T14:55:05Z

RickAkkerman:

Rick

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2020-06-15T14:48:43Z

RickAkkerman:

Alps Meetup

Fellow:Rick Akkerman

2019-11-12T13:44:58Z

RickAkkerman:

Rick Akkerman is a University Innovation Fellow of the 2019/2020 cohort of the University of Twente, The Netherlands. Currently he is in his second year of University College ATLAS (Academy of Technology and Liberal Arts & Sciences), focussing on gaining programming skills and business experience. Moreover, he is participating in the Honours program focused on Processes of Change. Eventhough born and raised in the Netherlands, he loves to explore different places and cultures to widen his view on the world. In his free time he loves to talk to people and play chess.

Next to his studies he is part of the External Relations committee of the study association S.A. Atlantis. Together with six other committee members he is responsible for maintaining and setting up mutual-benificial collaborations with companies that fit to the members of the association.

Currently he is working on uniting the students of his university by creating a platform for students to find information on activities and events where they can reach out to and connect with other students.

== Related Links ==
[https://www.utwente.nl/en/ University of Twente Website][http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Twente University of Twente Wiki]
[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Twente_Student_Priorities Student Priorities]

Fellow:Rick Akkerman

2019-10-29T10:12:37Z

RickAkkerman:

Rick Akkerman is a University Innovation Fellow candidate for the 2019/2020 cohort of the University of Twente, The Netherlands. Currently he is in his second year of University College ATLAS (Academy of Technology and Liberal Arts & Sciences), focussing on gaining programming skills and business experience. Moreover, he is participating in the Honours program focused on Processes of Change. Eventhough born and raised in the Netherlands, he loves to explore different places and cultures to widen his view on the world. In his free time he loves to talk to people and play chess.

Next to his studies he is part of the External Relations committee of the study association S.A. Atlantis. Together with six other committee members he is responsible for maintaining and setting up mutual-benificial collaborations with companies that fit to the members of the association.

Currently he is working on uniting the students of his university by creating a platform for students to find information on activities and events where they can reach out to and connect with other students.

== Related Links ==
[https://www.utwente.nl/en/ University of Twente Website][http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Twente University of Twente Wiki]
[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Twente_Student_Priorities Student Priorities]

Fellow:Thyne Scholte

2019-10-29T10:12:21Z

RickAkkerman:

[[File:Thyne-7521.jpg|thumb|Thyne-7521.jpg]]

Thyne Scholte is a University Innovation Fellow candidate at the University of Twente (UT). He is currently in the second year of his study, Technology and Liberal Arts & Sciences (BSc). While Thyne was born in the Netherlands he has lived abroad a majority of his life in Cameroon, Rwanda, and Yemen. Thyne focuses on the fields of Entrepreneurship and Computer Science. At the UT he is also taking an honors course in Processes of Change and plays competitive basketball. 

Thyne is highly interested in anything technology related especially in the recent developments in the fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI). In his second semester he together with a group of students built a plan on the possible implementation of an artificially intelligent system into the dutch electrical grid to increase both its efficiency and resilience. 

He is currently working on his first project in UIF by improving the UT Campus App to advertise events that create unity. 

== Related Links ==
[https://www.utwente.nl/en/ University of Twente Website][http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Twente University of Twente Wiki][http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Twente_Student_Priorities Student Priorities]

Fellow:Simon de Schaetzen

2019-10-18T00:58:02Z

RickAkkerman:

Simon de Schaetzen is an undergraduate student at the University of Twente in the Netherlands. He is studying ATLAS (Technology, Liberal Arts, and Sciences). The program thrives off an interdisciplinary mindset, with project-based learning that works on solving complex societal issues through the domains of innovative technology and social sciences.

 Simon is an engaged optimistic young adult and is most passionate about working with intricate topics such as Sustainability and the SDGs, Social Justice and Activism, and Education. He loves to inspire and be inspired to take the most of what life offers and is committed to bring a change in society. Currently, Simon is a University Innovation Fellow Candidate and working on a project brining social innovation to the university with the aim of tackling societal issues in both developed and developing countries.

 Background:

University of Twente: -    Sustainability committee, 2018 – 2019 -    Honour Code committee, 2019 -    University Innovation Fellows, 2019 -    Organic Agriculture and the Sustainable Development Goals, 2019

The International Youth Initiative Program: -    The International Youth Initiative Program is a 10-month societal entrepreneurship program based in Sweden and Brazil, strengthening young adults’ capacity to take initiative in the face of current global challenges. By expanding global and personal awareness and by offering organizational and entrepreneurial tools, YIP provides a platform to develop youth’s fullest potential and to create the change they want to see in the world.

High School: -    KRAS, 2016 - 2017, Active member of a youth political debate group -    Sjapo, 2015 – 2-17, Participant and later team leader of an initiative of a handful of last year students to coach & support first-year high school students for their integration and personal development -    High School Student Council, 2014 – 2017: member of the School Council & organization of student’s activities for up to 3.000 students

Fellow:Simon de Schaetzen

2019-10-18T00:57:07Z

RickAkkerman:

Simon de Schaetzen is an undergraduate student at the University of Twente in the Netherlands. He is studying ATLAS (Technology, Liberal Arts, and Sciences). The program thrives off an interdisciplinary mindset, with project-based learning that works on solving complex societal issues through the domains of innovative technology and social sciences. Simon is an engaged optimistic young adult and is most passionate about working with intricate topics such as Sustainability and the SDGs, Social Justice and Activism, and Education. He loves to inspire and be inspired to take the most of what life offers and is committed to bring a change in society. Currently, Simon is a University Innovation Fellow Candidate and working on a project brining social innovation to the university with the aim of tackling societal issues in both developed and developing countries. Background: University of Twente: -    Sustainability committee, 2018 – 2019 -    Honour Code committee, 2019 -    University Innovation Fellows, 2019 -    Organic Agriculture and the Sustainable Development Goals, 2019 The International Youth Initiative Program: -    The International Youth Initiative Program is a 10-month societal entrepreneurship program based in Sweden and Brazil, strengthening young adults’ capacity to take initiative in the face of current global challenges. By expanding global and personal awareness and by offering organizational and entrepreneurial tools, YIP provides a platform to develop youth’s fullest potential and to create the change they want to see in the world. High School: -    KRAS, 2016 - 2017, Active member of a youth political debate group -    Sjapo, 2015 – 2-17, Participant and later team leader of an initiative of a handful of last year students to coach & support first-year high school students for their integration and personal development -    High School Student Council, 2014 – 2017: member of the School Council & organization of student’s activities for up to 3.000 students

Fellow:Simon de Schaetzen

2019-10-18T00:55:23Z

RickAkkerman:

Simon de Schaetzen is an undergraduate student at the University of Twente

Fellow:Rick Akkerman

2019-10-17T19:20:47Z

RickAkkerman:

Fellow:Rick Akkerman

2019-10-17T19:20:33Z

RickAkkerman:

[[File:Thyne-7521.jpg|thumb]]

Rick Akkerman is a University Innovation Fellow candidate for the 2019/2020 cohort of the University of Twente, The Netherlands. Currently he is in his second year of University College ATLAS (Academy of Technology and Liberal Arts & Sciences), focussing on gaining programming skills and business experience. Moreover, he is participating in the Honours program focused on Processes of Change. Eventhough born and raised in the Netherlands, he loves to explore different places and cultures to widen his view on the world. In his free time he loves to talk to people and play chess.

Next to his studies he is part of the External Relations committee of the study association S.A. Atlantis. Together with six other committee members he is responsible for maintaining and setting up mutual-benificial collaborations with companies that fit to the members of the association.

Currently he is working on uniting the students of his university by creating a platform for students to find information on activities and events where they can reach out to and connect with other students.

Fellow:Rick Akkerman

2019-09-26T19:25:13Z

RickAkkerman:

Under construction :)