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FRESHERS’ DAYS
Monday 23 - Friday 27 september 2019
Institute of Philosophy
Information about the start of the
academic year for new bachelor students
Colophon This brochure is a publication of the HIW Education and Students Office Academic year 2019-2020 v.u. G. Van Riel v.u. M. Geusens (NFK activities) Institute of Philosophy Kardinaal Mercierplein 2 3000 Leuven www.hiw.kuleuven.be hiw.studiesinfo@kuleuven.be
CONTENT
Welcome 4
Freshers’ Days: Programme 5
Who-what-where?
KU Leuven 9
Studentent services 9
Pangaea 9
Visual overview 10
Institute of Philosophy 12
Education and Student Office 12
Study Lab 12
Ombuds 12
NFK 13
HIW academic calendar 14
Map of the HIW buildings 17
FYI 18
NFK activities 19 v.u.: G. Van Riel
WELCOME
“ Congratulations on your decision to study Philosophy at the
Institute of Philosophy (HIW). Alongside 900 fellow students,
40 professors and more than 100 administrative and research
staff members, you will be part of the community of Leuven
philosophers, with different backgrounds and interests, but with
one common goal: to reflect together critically.
The HIW is a place where students and professors from more than 60
different countries meet: from the US and Nigeria to China, from New
Zealand and Mexico to India. It’s an ongoing interaction between different
cultural and philosophical traditions.
In the seclusion of our city campus you will find a green oasis, a garden in
which Philosophy has been able to flourish since a very long time.
Philosophy requires study and
studying is serious work. But our
professors, staff and all fellow
students are there for you, even if
things get harder. Do not hesitate
to lean on them, and of course you
yourself can also contribute to the
community at our faculty.
We wish you a successful and
productive academic career on
behalf of the entire HIW! Good luck.
Gerd Van Riel,
Dean - Institute of Philosophy
FRESHERS’ DAYS
KU Leuven and the Institute of Philosophy
welcome their students this academic year with
Freshers’ Days.
During this week, new students get acquainted
with philosophy, but also with each other. It’s the
start of a learning process that we will journey
together. By following a lecture and all kinds of
workshops you will get an idea of what your
education at the HIW entails and which skills
you need as a philosophy student. In one of
the first few weeks we will also arrange an
individual meeting, so we can have a look
at your learning trajectory. All new bachelor
students take part in the programme, which can
be found in this brochure.
In these first days of the academic year we are not only welcoming
new bachelor students. From day one there are information sessions
planned, also for the senior students. An overview of the entire
programme can be found on our website.
We end the first day of the academic year in student restaurant Alma,
where the HIW treats all philosophy students to a meal.
This brochure summarizes all the information you need to get started.
Be sure to check the schedule to see when and where you are expected.
The brochure also gives an overview of other important dates on the
academic calendar. You will find out more about the student services
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of the HIW and the NFK student association. They will be your first
help with questions, problems and need for relaxation (the latter mainly
at NFK). At the end of the brochure we collect some FYIs: a list of
interesting facts for the coming academic year.
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PROGRAMME FRESHERS’ DAYS
Bachelor of Philosophy + BA Abridged
• It is mandatory to attend all the joint sessions and the sessions in your
group.
• On Tuesday you will get help planning your Individual Study
Programme (ISP). Afterwards, you can easily consult your personal
class schedule in your KU Loket.
Monday 23 September
9:30‐10:30 (HIW entrance Welcome and breakfast
hall)
10:30‐12:30 (HIW room A) Info session for new bachelor students
12:30‐14:00 (Municipal Park) KU Leuven Startevent. Lunch will be provided.
14:00‐15:15 (HIW room A) Lecture Prof. Friedman
15:15‐16:30 Group yellow Seminar (HIW Room S)
(HIW) Group orange Seminar (HIW Room N)
Group red Seminar (HIW Raadzaal)
16:30‐17:30 (HIW room A) Plenary session
17:30‐19:30 (HIW + Leuven) Activity with student organisation NFK
19:30‐22:00 (Alma II) HIW student dinner
Tuesday 24 September
Each group has a reading session, an ISP session and a session with the Study
Lab.
If you have a laptop, please bring it with you to the sessions.
Don’t forget your student ID to have access to the rooms in Agora!
AM Group yellow 09:00-11:00 Independant guided reading (PI
(Agora / PI / 00.10)
HIW) 11:00-12:00 ISP session (Agora Galapagos)
Group orange 10:00-11:00 ISP session (Agora Galapagos)
11:00-13:00 Independant guided reading (PI
00.10)
Group red 09:00-10:00 ISP session (Agora Galapagos)
10:00-12:00 Independant guided reading
(HIW Room S)
PM Group yellow 15:00-16:00 Study Lab session (Agora
(Agora / Machu Picchu)
9:30‐10:30 (HIW entrance Welcome and breakfast
hall)
10:30‐12:30 (HIW room A) Info session for new bachelor students
12:30‐14:00 (Municipal Park) KU Leuven Startevent. Lunch will be provided.
14:00‐15:15 (HIW room A) Lecture Prof. Friedman
15:15‐16:30 Group yellow Seminar (HIW Room S)
(HIW) Group orange Seminar (HIW Room N)
Group red Seminar (HIW Raadzaal)
16:30‐17:30 (HIW room A) Plenary session
17:30‐19:30 (HIW + Leuven) Activity with student organisation NFK
19:30‐22:00 (Alma II) HIW student dinner
Tuesday 24 September
Each group has a reading session, an ISP session and a session with the Study
Lab.
If you have a laptop, please bring it with you to the sessions.
Don’t forget your student ID to have access to the rooms in Agora!
AM Group yellow 09:00-11:00 Independant guided reading (PI
(Agora / PI / 00.10)
HIW) 11:00-12:00 ISP session (Agora Galapagos)
Group orange 10:00-11:00 ISP session (Agora Galapagos)
11:00-13:00 Independant guided reading (PI
00.10)
Group red 09:00-10:00 ISP session (Agora Galapagos)
10:00-12:00 Independant guided reading
(HIW Room S)
PM Group yellow 15:00-16:00 Study Lab session (Agora
(Agora / Machu Picchu)
HIW) 18:00-20:00 Reading seminar (HIW Room S)
Group orange 16:00-17:00 Study Lab session (Agora
Machu Picchu)
18:00-20:00 Reading seminar (HIW Room N)
Group red 14:00-15:00 Study Lab session (Agora
Machu Picchu)
18:00-20:00 Reading seminar (HIW
Raadzaal)
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Throughout the day (several Classes
locations) Check your individual class schedule in KU
Loket
Wednesday 25 September
You’ll follow a seminar with your designated group.
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Wednesday 25 September
You’ll follow a seminar with your designated group.
9:00-13:00 Group yellow 09:00-11:00 Writing seminar (PI 00.10)
(Agora)
Group orange 09:00-11:00 Writing seminar (PSI 00.14)
Group red 11:00-13:00 Writing seminar (PI 00.10)
Throughout the day (several Classes
locations) Check your individual class schedule in KU
Loket
Thursday 26 September
You will follow your regular classes and work on your paper.
Throughout the day (several Classes
locations) Check your individual class schedule in KU
Loket
23:59 (Toledo) Deadline for submitting paper
Friday 27 September
Throughout the day (several Classes
locations) Check your individual schedule in KU Loket
11:00-14:00 (HIW Salons) Closing event with NFK lunch
WHO - WHAT - WHERE
On the following pages, an infographic shows you where to go when you
have questions. This way, you can quickly find your way around the many
services that the university and faculty offer.
KU Leuven
Student services
KU Leuven offers many student services. You can contact these services
for everything related to housing, food, transport, study advice, health,
sports, culture, but also IT, religion and meaning, voluntary work, student
jobs, …
For a clear overview, see: www.kuleuven.be/english/studentservices.
Pangaea
Pangaea is the intercultural meeting centre for all KU Leuven students. It
is Pangaea’s mission to help international students feel at home in Leuven
and to stimulate friendships between international and local students. Of
course, the HIW and NFK also try to do this, but Pangaea has special
expertise and sets up many initiatives, not only during the week but also
on weekends and during the holidays. Cooking, debating or going on
excursions with students from all over the world: that’s Pangaea!
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Faculty
Student
? representation
UniversityEducation and Examination Study Lab
Students Office Ombuds - Study counselling
- Mentoring sessions
Student administration Problems regarding - Study-choice
exams - Students with a disability
=> hiw.studiesinfo@kuleuven.
be => hiw.kuleuven.be/en/study/ => hiw.studiesinfo@kuleuven.be
exams/ombudsform
- Writing tutors
=> writinglab.hiw@kuleuven.be
NFK
- Education representation
- Orientation activities
- Course service
- Culture
- Sport
- Theater
- ...
=> nfk.be
Student services Pangaea
- Health and well-being - Orientation Days
- Housing - Buddy Programme
- Social service - Intercultural Meeting Centre
- Study Advice - Sociocultural activities
- Student Career Centre
- Sport and culture
=> kuleuven.be/english/studentservices/
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=> kuleuven.be/english/studentservices pangaeaWHO - WHAT - WHERE
Institute of Philosophy
Education and Student Office
The Education and Students Office will
answer any questions you may have
about all the administration involved in
your study: ISP, IES, certificates, prog-
ress reports, KU Loket, Toledo, Eras-
mus+, ... Are you not sure whom to con-
tact? Then we will refer you to the right
service. You can always come by during
opening hours or send us an e-mail at
hiw.studiesinfo@kuleuven.be.
Study Lab
For all your questions and challenges that may arise when studying, the Study
Lab is there to help you! A study counsellor is available to help you with the
following issues:
• Finding a suitable study method, either in general or for a particular course
• Time-management and drawing up a study schedule
• Studying during the exam period
• As a first-contact person for psychological, socio-cultural, and/or personal
difficulties
• Providing information about other KU Leuven services or programmes.
Are you a first-year student? Then we will get in touch during the second week of
the academic year for an appointment to discuss your individual study progress
with a counsellor (follow-up sessions can also be arranged). You can book an
appointment through hiw.studiesinfo@kuleuven.be. Should you have questions
regarding academic writing and presentations, book an appointment with the
HIW Skills Lab: writinglab.hiw@kuleuven.be.
Ombuds
Are there serious reasons (e.g. medical emergencies, religious restrictions,
extraordinary circumstances) why you cannot take an exam or attend a
compulsory educational activity? Do you have a disability that requires special
arrangements? Contact the examination ombudsperson via https://hiw.kuleuven.
be/en/study/exams/ombuds.The ombudsperson is a confidential adviser who acts as an impartial
mediator between examiners and students. If you have concerns related
to the educational system at the HIW, you can confidentially speak with
the education ombudsperson. More information on our website https://hiw.
kuleuven.be/en/study/student-services.
NFK
NFK is the student association for all philosophy students in Leuven. You
are automatically a member, so there is no fee involved. NFK organises
activities such as parties, cultural trips, a weekly bread meal and so much
more. NFK also provides more serious things, such as a course service
and aspects of student representation. Above all, NFK is there for all
philosophy students; it’s the glue that’s trying to keep us all together. NFK
is therefore not only organising things for students, it’s also there to do this
with all philosophy students. If, during the course of the year, you come up
with a great idea, if you want to organise something or want to participate
in a working group, we kindly invite you to contact us!
For more information, visit our website, nfk.be/en, or our Facebook page
www.facebook.com/nfkleuven. If you have questions about NFK, studying
philosophy in Leuven or something else, do not hesitate to contact us via
Facebook or by sending an e-mail to preses@nfk.be.
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13HIW ACADEMIC CALENDAR
SEPTEMBER 2019
23 Mon Opening of the 2019-2020 Academic Year
24 Tue Classes begin
OCTOBER 2019
3 Thu All Master Students: Thesis Workshop followed by the
Thesis Fair (5 PM)
9 Wed All students: Last day for submission of the Individual
Study Programme (ISP) and IES (after this date the
students will be assigned the standard programme). No
changes to first semester and year-long classes are
admissible after this date.
End of the student registration period.
30 Wed All Master students: Deadline for submission of the
Master thesis progress report with the supervisor
NOVEMBER 2019
1 Fri All Saints (Allerheiligen)
2 Sat All Souls (Allerzielen)
11 Mon Armistice Day (Wapenstilstand)
15 Fri All Master students: Deadline for submission of the
Master thesis progress report at the Education and
Students Office (signed by the supervisor)
DECEMBER 2019
20 Fri Last day of classes for the first semester
Christmas Vacation begins (through Sun. 5 January)
Library and HIW closed from 25 December - 1 January
25 Wed Christmas (Kerstmis)
26 Thu Boxing Day (Tweede Kerstdag)JANUARY 2020
1 Wed New Year's Day
6 Mon Study Block (through Sun. 12 January)
13 Mon All students: Beginning of first examination session (through Sat. 1
February).
10 Fri All students: deadline for submission of papers for course units for
the first semester (except if the teacher determined a different
deadline)
31 Fri All Master students: thesis defenses for the first examination
session
FEBRUARY 2020
1 Sat All students: End of first (January) examination session
Winter Vacation begins (through Sun. 9 February)
2 Sun Candlemas. KU Leuven Patron Saint’s Day Celebration
6 Thu Deliberation first examination session (2:00 PM)
Announcement of Results (via KU Loket as of 4:00 PM)
10 Mon All students: Start of the second semester
14 Fri All Master students: deadline for submission of the Master thesis
progress report with the supervisor
26 Wed All students: Last day for ISP changes to second semester courses
via KU Loket
28 Fri All Master students: deadline for submission of the Master thesis
progress report at the Education and Students Office
APRIL 2020
4 Sat Easter Vacation begins (through Sun. 19 April)
12 Sun Easter (Pasen)
13 Mon Easter Monday (Paasmaandag)
MAY 2020
1 Fri Labour Day (Feest van de Arbeid)
15 Fri Celebration 50 Years International Programme at the Institute of
Philosophy (through Sat. 16 May)
21 Thu Ascension Day (O.L.H. Hemelvaart)
22 Fri Last day of classes for the second semester
Study Block (through Sun. 7 June)
25 Mon 3 BA, BA Abridged, Master students: deadline for submission of BA
paper and/or MA thesis for the June examination session (by 4:00
PM)
All students: deadline for submission of papers for course units for
the second semester (except if the teacher determined a different
deadline for the course)
31 Sun Pentecost (Pinksteren)
15JUNE 2020
1 Mon Pentecost Monday (Pinkstermaandag)
8 Mon All students: Beginning of second examination session (through
Sat. 27 June)
26 Fri All Master students: thesis defenses for the second examination
session
27 Sat End of second examination session
JULY 2020
1 Wed Deliberation and Proclamation for Second Examination Session
2019-2020
Announcement of Results (as of 1 PM via KU Loket)
10 AM Deliberation Dutch-language Programme
11 AM Deliberation International Programme
5 PM Solemn Proclamation at the Cardinal Mercier Room
9 Thu All students: deadline for registration for the third examination
periode (via KU Loket)
11 Sat Holiday of the Flemish Community (Feest van de Vlaamse
Gemeenschap)
21 Tue Belgian National Day (Nationale Feestdag)
27 Mon All students: deadline for announcement of the third
examination session exam schedule (via IES)
AUGUST 2020
13 Thu 3 BA, BA Abridged, Master students: deadline for submission of
BA paper and/or MA thesis for the third examination session (by
4:00 PM)
14 Fri All students: beginning of third examination session (through
Sat. 5 September)
15 Sat Assumption of Mary (O.L.V. Hemelvaart)
17 Mon Beginning of Registration period for academic year 2020-2021
at University Hall
All students: deadline for submission of papers for course units
(except if the teacher determined a different deadline for the
course)
SEPTEMBER 2020
4 Fru All Master students: thesis defenses for the third examination
session
5 Sat End of third examination session
7 Mon Monday of Leuven Fair (Leuven kermis)
9 Wed Deliberation and Proclamation for third examination session
2019-2020
Announcement of Results (as of 1 PM via KU Loket)
10 AM Deliberation Dutch-language Programme
11 AM Deliberation International Programme
5 PM Solemn Proclamation at the Cardinal Mercier RoomMAP OF THE HIW BUILDINGS
how to find your way
HIW
Study
Lab
Pedagogical Institute (PI)
0: Room B
1: Mercierzaal
+ Room S
0: Room C
Library (FBIB) 1: Raadzaal
Entrance -1: NFK
Lounge
+ Cudi
0: Room A
1: Room N
Institute of Philosophy (HIW)
Garden
Education and Students Office
Psychological Institute (PSI)
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Husserl
Archives
Salons
17FYI
The Permanent Teaching Committee (POC) meets about 4 times a year to
coordinate and evaluate the programmes of the HIW. A large part of the POC
consists of student representatives. NFK organises a meeting prior to the POC to
which all HIW students are invited.
Would you like to become a student representative or get involved in the
representation? Contact NFK education: education@nfk.be.
On Facebook you will find groups of the different programmes where
information about courses is shared. There is also a group ‘Philosophy Students
KU Leuven’ that brings together all philosophy students, including alumni.
The HIW encourages reading groups amongst students. Professors and
researchers often join or supervise them. On the website of the HIW you will find
a manual for starting such a reading group.
The buddy programme of KU Leuven brings local and international students
together. If you would like to have buddy, apply here: https://www.kuleuven.be/
english/studentservices/orientationdays/buddy.
The Graduate Student Conference takes places after the Easter break.
(Research) Master students can present their research to each other here. The
conference is for all (Research) Master students, so keep an eye on the call for
papers (January).
The Student Career Centre is a service for all KU Leuven students. They offer
an extensive database of student jobs, but they can also help you with a study
relevant job or an internship: https://www.kuleuven.be/english/studentservices/
studentcareercenter.
Are you excited about going abroad? During
your study at the HIW you can go on an exchange to
different countries within the framework of Erasmus+!
More information on https://hiw.kuleuven.be/en/
study/study-abroad.
In the weekend of 15-16 May 2020, we celebrate
50 years of international programmes at the Institute
of Philosophy, together with alumni, international
speakers and all staff members.19
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The most exciting thing about our study is
how it changes the way you look at things.
After only one year studying philosophy
your world view already broadens.
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