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11/06/2026

The UvA Library has won the Amsterdam Architecture Prize 2026.

Our stunning new University Library in the University Quarter was awarded Amsterdam’s most prestigious architecture prize, recognizing outstanding design, craftsmanship, and social impact in the city. The prize is organized annually by Arcam, the Amsterdam Centre for Architecture.

The Library is the result of a project that took more than 25 years of planning, development, and realization.

It brings together the historic former Binnengasthuis hospital buildings with a striking new wing and spectacular glass-roofed atrium, creating a modern learning environment while preserving the site’s rich history.

The building was designed by architects Roberto Meyer of MVSA Architects and André van Stigt of Architectenbureau J. van Stigt. Their vision combines heritage architecture with contemporary design, making the library a unique place to create, collaborate, and connect.

Fotografie: Ronald Tilleman
Beeld: MVSA Architects and UvA Library.

08/06/2026

In this first edition of What Now? we explore the housing crisis. Why is housing so unaffordable, and is there a way forward?

With journalist Maaike Schoon, we discuss her book Why You Can’t Afford a House, followed by UvA researcher Wouter van Gent on the causes and impact of the housing crisis. The evening ends with Krish Raghav and his game Don’t Get Your Hopes Up, where you experience the reality of finding affordable housing in Amsterdam.

🔗Register for the event: UvA.NL/EVENTS or via link in bio

Wednesday, 10-06-2026
20:00–22:00
University Library, The Salon

03/06/2026

Brain Bites: Why are birth rates falling? Join economist Esmée Zwiers for a fresh perspective on fertility trends and their possible drivers.

Free lunch included.

Still a few places left. Register now!
🔗UVA.STUDENT.UVA.NL

29/05/2026

Radio Swammerdam comes to the University Library for a special evening on one fascinating theme: the many deceptions of the 19th century, and how they still shape our historical imagination today.

Join editors Tabe Bakker, Momo Schaap and Max Waterreus as they step out of the studio and into The Lab. They’ll revisit some of their favourite former guests and each explore, in their own way, how the 19th century continues to influence—and distort—the way we understand history.

📍 University Library, The Lab
📅 09-06-2026
🕠 17:30 – 19:00

The event is in Dutch.

For students curious about history, storytelling, and how narratives are built: this is one you don’t want to miss. Register now. 🔗link in bio.

28/05/2026

Exam season is almost over… and we asked students at the Library one simple question: what makes you panic during exams?

From procrastination and studying two days before the exam, to seeing everyone else stressed, worrying about failing, or even just finding the exam location in Amsterdam 😅

Turns out, a lot of exam stress comes from feeling like everyone else has it together. Spoiler: they don’t.

What about you…what stresses you out most during exam season? Share your panics in the comments below 👇

26/05/2026

Science Park offers more than you might expect.

From LAB42 to dedicated collaboration rooms and study cabinets, students have access to over 800 study spaces designed for different ways of working. The collaboration rooms support group work and discussion, while the study cabinets provide quieter, focused spaces for individual study.

Together with other study areas across campus, Science Park is built to support both teamwork and concentration in one place.

Well connected by public transport, it is an accessible alternative to the city centre, with space and flexibility for every type of study session.

22/05/2026

Extra study spaces and extended opening hours are available this weekend and on Whit Monday across multiple UvA locations.

✔️Bushuis (Universiteitskwartier)
Open Saturday 23, Sunday 24, and Monday 25 May from 09:00–18:00, with 335 additional study spaces in the attic, workshop space, Kartinizaal, and rooms F1.14, F2.11B, and F2.11C. Access only with a valid UvA student card.

✔️Roeterseiland Campus
REC E offers 165 extra study spots on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 May from 09:00–23:00, and on Monday 25 May from 09:00–22:00 in rooms E0.03, E0.04, E0.14, and E0.15.

🕐 During Whit Sunday and Whit Monday, the University Library, REC H (Library Learning Centre), REC E, and Science Park 904 will also have extended opening hours.

Please note:
During exam periods, the University Library is only accessible to UvA students and staff with a valid physical pass. Reserving study spots for others is not allowed.

🚴Use the designated bicycle parking facilities at Vendelstraat or REC. Bicycle parking closing times differ: REC A closes at 22:30 and REC E at 23:00.

Happy studying!

13/05/2026

Please note that our opening hours will be adjusted this Thursday and Friday, 14 & 15 May, due to Ascension Day and collective holidays.

The Library in the University Quarter and the Library Learning Centre at Roeterseiland (REC H) will remain open with modified hours. All other library locations will be closed.

Opening hours
• University Library: 08:30 – 22:00
• Library Learning Centre: 09:00 – 18:00
• All other locations: Closed

04/05/2026

During the upcoming holidays, our opening hours will be different.

The Library in the University Quarter and the Library Learning Centre at Roeterseiland (REC H) will remain open, but with adjusted hours. All other library locations will be closed.

Opening hours 4 & 5 May 2026:

✔️University Library: 8:30 - 22:00
✔️Library Learning Centre: 09:00 - 18:00
✔️Other locations: Closed

Adres

Vendelstraat 2-8
Amsterdam
1012XX

Telefoon

+31205252301

Website

https://uba.uva.nl/contact/vraaghetdebibliotheek.html

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