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Under the header of ‘Towards 2030’, colleagues, students and HAS contacts in the professional work field made concerted efforts last year to sharpen the focus point for the future of our knowledge institution in the years ahead. Different perspectives were explored and discussed. The result is a balanced and ambitious plan that reflects our mission, vision and ambitions.
HAS green academy, university of applied sciences and knowledge institution for agriculture, food and the living environment in Den Bosch and Venlo, has won an international design award. The new house style, created by Venlo based design studio Luidspreker, has been awarded a Red Dot Design Award: Brands & Communication Design 2023 in the category Corporate Design & Identity.
Under the leadership and direction of Frans van Leijden, HAS green academy (in his time HAS hogeschool) in Venlo has become a vibrant branch. As a tribute to him, following his death in 2020, we have therefore created the Frans van Leijden Award. This year we are presenting this award for the 2nd time.
Like last year, the HAS green academy has 6 top programmes according to the Keuzegids Hbo 2024. A result we are very proud of!
Under the leadership and direction of Frans van Leijden, HAS green academy (in his time HAS hogeschool) in Venlo has become a vibrant branch. As a tribute to him, following his death in 2020, we have therefore created the Frans van Leijden Award. This year we are presenting this award for the 2nd time.
On January 30th, 2024 the HAS Food Experience will take place again. Come get inspired and meet promising young talents who are (almost) ready to enter the work field!
Winners FoodmanShip Awards revealed! On 30 January, the promising winners of the FoodmanShip Awards 2024 were announced at the annual HAS Food Experience, organised by HAS green academy. Six driven students, almost ready to enter the job market, were awarded for their exceptional contributions to the food systems and nutrition of the future. All within the theme: 'Taste the Future'.
The Supervisory Board has appointed Patrick Cramers as Vice-Chairman of the Executive Board of HAS green academy with effect from 17 June. Patrick is currently Director of Life Sciences and Chemistry at Utrecht University of Applied Sciences. Chair Anita Wouters (Supervisory Board): 'I am delighted that we have been able to recruit a second director with relevant knowledge and experience and a nice additional profile to the President of the Executive Board Reggy van der Wielen. Together, they can take HAS green academy one step further. In recent years, Patrick has gained a lot of knowledge in education, research and strategic business operations.'
We're excited to share that four students from our International Food & Agribusiness (IFA) programme have been nominated for the esteemed Groenpact Impact Prize 2024.
Carolina, a 4th-year student at the International Food & Agribusiness programme, is this year's proud winner of the Adri den Dekker Prize. With this incentive prize, HAK challenges students each year to come up with the best idea to make agriculture more sustainable and future-proof. The prize includes a study cheque of €2,000.
IntroFood100 recently presented the 100 most influential Dutch food changemakers of the moment for the eighth time, and HAS teacher Bram van Helvoirt has also been nominated!
The Supervisory Board has appointed Patrick Cramers as Vice-Chairman of the Executive Board of HAS green academy with effect from 17 June. Patrick is currently Director of Life Sciences and Chemistry at Utrecht University of Applied Sciences. Chair Anita Wouters (Supervisory Board): 'I am delighted that we have been able to recruit a second director with relevant knowledge and experience and a nice additional profile to the President of the Executive Board Reggy van der Wielen. Together, they can take HAS green academy one step further. In recent years, Patrick has gained a lot of knowledge in education, research and strategic business operations.'
Juan Felipe Camacho Mancheno, a fourth-year International Food & Agribusiness student at HAS green academy, has been announced as this year’s proud winner of the Adri den Dekker Prize. This prestigious award, presented annually by HAK, challenges students to develop the best ideas to make agriculture more sustainable and future-proof. The prize also includes a €2000 scholarship.
During the annual HAS Food Experience, organised by HAS green academy, the winners of the FoodmanShip Awards 2025 were announced on 4 February. The almost graduated students were honoured for their exceptional contributions to the future of food systems and nutrition, within the theme 'Next Food Waves'.
The Supervisory Board has appointed Patrick Cramers as Vice-Chairman of the Executive Board of HAS green academy with effect from 17 June. Patrick is currently Director of Life Sciences and Chemistry at Utrecht University of Applied Sciences. Chair Anita Wouters (Supervisory Board): 'I am delighted that we have been able to recruit a second director with relevant knowledge and experience and a nice additional profile to the President of the Executive Board Reggy van der Wielen. Together, they can take HAS green academy one step further. In recent years, Patrick has gained a lot of knowledge in education, research and strategic business operations.'
The Supervisory Board has appointed Patrick Cramers as Vice-Chairman of the Executive Board of HAS green academy with effect from 17 June. Patrick is currently Director of Life Sciences and Chemistry at Utrecht University of Applied Sciences. Chair Anita Wouters (Supervisory Board): 'I am delighted that we have been able to recruit a second director with relevant knowledge and experience and a nice additional profile to the President of the Executive Board Reggy van der Wielen. Together, they can take HAS green academy one step further. In recent years, Patrick has gained a lot of knowledge in education, research and strategic business operations.'
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On 3 February 2026, we can meet again at the HAS Food Experience. Come get inspired and meet promising young talents who are (almost) ready to enter the job market! The theme of this edition: The circle of food!
Paula had always been passionate about animals, and really wanted to work in the sector.
Business Administration & Foodbusiness student Yrsa really enjoys the social atmosphere at HAS green academy.
Applied Biology student Sam has been a really busy bee as he enjoys his time at university.
Why HAS green academy? Ali explains: “The practical approach and hands-on mentality of the University of Applied Sciences were the main reasons for making the big step to study in the Netherlands.” The perfect opportunity to challenge himself in ways he was not used to.
Because of his background in pharmacy and nutrition, Francisco was interested in related fields such as agrochemicals and plant nutrition. That is why HAS green academy was the best option for him.
The balance between theoretical and practical experiences was very important for Sayonika while searching for universities. Also, the university had to be located in an internationally friendly country. HAS green academy offered her both. This made her decision a lot easier.