EnCore

We prioritise student voices and use them in our problem-solving approach to improve and bring clarity to the academic and out-of-school experiences of UvA students.
Unlike other parties, EnCore’s stance is not developed internally, but is comprised of the opinions of those we represent and therefore dynamic in nature.
EnCore proposes specific solutions rather than explaining its stance on problems and is thus the most solution-oriented party.
In short: We aim to eradicate redundant stress and bureaucracy.
https://encoreparty.nl


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The UvA should involve students in long term plans for study spaces and teaching facilities according to the expected growth in student population
Fully agree

The University must prioritise active diversity policies, including decolonization, as mentioned in the 2016 Diversity Report
Agree

Students wishing to take honours courses should be able to do so based on their motivation, regardless of their grades
Disagree

All food options (including meat) should be available at the university cafeteria
Fully agree

There should be no mandatory attendance for seminars/ tutorials
Fully agree

Programs should have the sole responsibility in deciding whether they teach in Dutch or in English
Disagree

All board members of study associations should receive equal financial support from the University
Disagree

Student councils should support occupations as a legitimate means of protest at the university
Neutral

It is the government’s responsibility to provide mental health support for students. Therefore, the university should not spend extra resources on this
Fully disagree

The university should stop the prioritisation of students from outside the EU in regard to university provided student housing.
Disagree

The UvA should offer free menstrual products at each campus
Fully agree

The UvA should cut ties with fossil fuel companies like Shell
Neutral

More investment is needed in interdisciplinary education (providing students with more than just one perspective on a particular subject, such as honours, PPLE or IIS programs)
Agree

The number of international students in a council should be representative of the number of international students within a faculty, or the University (same for Dutch students).
Fully disagree

The UvA should address problems such as systemic overwork and bad working conditions among its teachers by giving out more permanent contracts.
Agree

All lectures should be available online, independently of COVID-19 cases or quarantine regulations
Fully agree

Admission to programs with a limited student capacity should be based on merit rather than random selection through a lottery system
Agree

The Binding Study Advice (BSA) should be abolished
Disagree

The Numerus Fixus (a limitation in the number of students admitted) should be used to stop the growth of the university
Agree

The UvA should invest in more accessibility for students with functional limitations as well as sensitivity towards these students
Fully agree

The executive board of the university should be elected through an open election by the students and worker’s body
Agree

As a way to curb the growth of the university, Dutch language courses should be a mandatory part of all programs
Fully disagree

Academic freedom is as equally important as social safety.
Neutral