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The annual science and technology event took place from 20 to 26 March 2023 on the theme of "Diversity". The Printemps des Sciences is an opportunity to celebrate science and technology throughout Wallonia and Brussels.

Last week, the UMons and the University of Namur postdocs of the C2W project were in Spring School mode. An opportunity for these 15 international researchers to learn from the expertise of the Research Administrations of both universities.

Raising students' awareness about the importance of contraception was the aim of the Sexual Health Week organised on campus by the Biology Circle. It took place from 13 to 17 March 2023.

Omalius is the UNamur quarterly magazine that highlights research, experts, pedagogical innovation and day-to-day issues. Discover the March 2023 issue.

On 24 March, the regional competition My Thesis in 180 seconds (MT180), a competition to popularise knowledge and research, took place at the UNamur. Introduced by Carine Michiels, Vice-Rector for Research and Libraries, and presented by Anne-Sophie Bruyndonxckx, this 2023 edition brought together 12 candidates from the Faculties of science, law and computer science.

In September 2023, a new page in UNamur's history was written with the creation of the Faculty of Education and Training Sciences (FaSEF). The only one of its kind in French-speaking Belgium, the FaSEF houses programs for initial and in-service teacher training, as well as training for middle managers in the education sector and for support and training professionals in various professional fields. It also fulfills research and service missions for the academic community and society at large. Bringing together researchers in educational sciences, coaches, trainers, educational psychologists, didacticians and techno-pedagogues, it promotes training and coaching as well as research in educational sciences. On April 24, 2024, an event bringing together numerous players in the sector was organized to celebrate the official inauguration of this 7th faculty.

The United Nations has designated May 20 as World Bees Day. These insects are essential to biodiversity, yet are threatened by many external factors. Two years ago, UNamur's Department of Veterinary Medicine set up apiaries to train and raise awareness of beekeeping among its students and teaching staff.

Discover the singular journey of Thibaut De Meyer, a passionate anthropologist and philosopher who fuses these two disciplines into a concrete and innovative approach. From his exploration of human interaction in the laboratory to his analysis of perspective in animals, his work reveals a fascination for the nuances of consciousness and perception. As an academic and author, he is committed to enlightening students on contemporary philosophical issues, while projecting his gaze to new horizons, such as the history and epistemology of the mirror test.

How does chemistry play a part in developing innovative, sustainable solutions for society's current and future challenges? What unique teaching methods does UNamur use to train enlightened leaders in the field of chemistry? On the occasion of its 50th anniversary, the Department of Chemistry lifts the veil on some of its major research projects and innovative teaching practices.

In September 2023, a new page in UNamur's history was written with the creation of the Faculty of Education and Training Sciences (FaSEF). The only one of its kind in French-speaking Belgium, the FaSEF houses programs for initial and in-service teacher training, as well as training for middle managers in the education sector and for support and training professionals in various professional fields. It also fulfills research and service missions for the academic community and society at large. Bringing together researchers in educational sciences, coaches, trainers, educational psychologists, didacticians and techno-pedagogues, it promotes training and coaching as well as research in educational sciences. On April 24, 2024, an event bringing together numerous players in the sector was organized to celebrate the official inauguration of this 7th faculty.

In early April, the single permit was granted to UNamur for the redevelopment of the Moretus Plantin University Library (BUMP). AAVO Architects is responsible for carrying out the project with UNamur. "Today, we have the guarantee of being able to carry out this project: an added value to our campus to make it more pleasant, more sustainable and better adapted to the new needs of our students and staff. It will also help to make the university district even safer, including for local residents," emphasizes Annick Castiaux, Rector of UNamur..

The KàPs, or UNamur kots-à-projets, are themed kots that organize a whole series of activities and events. This year, we present them to you in this "Cap sur les KàPs" series. For this fourteenth and final presentation, focus on the StudioKot.