UT Journeys

Driving the Future: Hydrogen-Powered Racecar | HyDriven

In this episode of UT Journeys, we sit down with Bram and Jasmijn from HyDriven, the student team pioneering the development of a hydrogen-powered racecar at the University of Twente. 🌱🏎 HyDriven’s mission? To prove the potential of hydrogen as a sustainable energy source in the automotive industry. But beyond building a car, they’re also navigating team management, technical challenges, and industry collaborations. 🔹 What We Talk About in This Episode: ⚡ What it takes to build a hydrogen-powered racecar from scratch 🔧 How different team roles—technical, marketing, finance—come together to push innovation 🏆 Lessons from student team life: networking, leadership, and stepping out of your comfort zone 💡 Insights into the company world, partner relationships, and balancing a full-time student board position 🚧 The biggest challenges HyDriven has faced and how they tackle them 🎤 Stories from the team, including an inside look at Jörg Gigler 📅 Exciting HyDriven Events You Don’t Want to Miss: 🗓 March 25 – Technology Drinks 🍻 (Network with the team!) 🗓 February–May – Recruitment season: Apply to join HyDriven! 🗓 May 13 – 🚗 The Car Reveal! 🎉 Join the event at Wilmink Theater, Enschede – free entry! 🚀 Want to learn more? Follow them on Instagram: @hydriven 🎧 Listen now and get inspired by the future of hydrogen-powered mobility

Racing Towards the Future: Building an Electric Motorcycle from Scratch

What does it take to design, build, and race an electric motorcycle from scratch? In this episode of UT Journeys, we sit down with a driven student team that is making history as they prepare to compete in MotoRace Spain, a high-stakes international competition where student-built motorcycles hit the track. 🇪🇸🏁 With just one year to develop a fully functional race bike, they are tackling technical challenges, time pressure, and engineering hurdles to prove that electric motorcycles belong on the podium. From designing cutting-edge components to testing their machine in real racing conditions, their journey is a true testament to innovation and teamwork. 🏍 How do you build a race-ready electric motorcycle from scratch? 🏆 What does it take to compete on an international level? ⚙ And how do they push the limits of engineering while balancing student life? Tune in for a thrilling conversation about innovation, determination, and what it takes to build something extraordinary from the ground up. 🎙⚡ 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube! #UTJourneys #UniversityOfTwente https://www.instagram.com/electricsuperbiketwente/

Mastering the Art of Negotiation: Skills for Success 🎯

We’re thrilled to host this incredible team of negotiation enthusiasts who are passionate about helping students sharpen their negotiation skills and build confidence in both personal and professional settings. 💼🤝 NPT is known for their exciting workshops 📝, interactive training sessions 🎯, and a mission to empower individuals to master the art of negotiation. From tackling tough scenarios to fostering collaboration, they bring negotiation to life in a fun and approachable way! 🚀✨ Let’s dive into their journey, explore their stories, and maybe pick up a few negotiation tips along the way! 🎙

Balancing Acts: Engineering, Dance, and Leadership | Duru Sucaklı

This week on UT Journeys, we’re thrilled to welcome an extraordinary guest who’s redefining student life! 🌟 Meet Duru Sucaklı, a Chemical Science Engineering student balancing one of the toughest fields with a vibrant passion for the arts and leadership. Between her role as a ballet teacher, her time as the former chairwoman of the Hip-Hop Association, and her commitment to five student associations shows us that you can truly do it all. 💪 Tune in to hear her journey of balancing rigorous studies with her love for dance, leadership, and community. 🎧

Investing in Experience: Student Life, Growth, and Finance with Duitenberg

In this episode of UT Journeys, we dive into the world of student life, financial literacy, and personal growth with Patrick and Victor, two dedicated members of Duitenberg, the University of Twente’s premier investing association. Patrick and Victor share their journeys, from navigating responsibilities on the board to organizing memorable trips and building valuable networks. They discuss the importance of learning beyond academics, offering advice on how extracurricular involvement can shape your university experience and prepare you for life beyond campus. Tune in to hear their perspectives on financial literacy, the realities of leadership, and why taking action outside the classroom can be one of the most rewarding aspects of student life. Whether you’re curious about investing, looking to balance studies with extracurriculars, or eager to take your university experience to the next level, this episode offers insights and inspiration.