Laura

My professional journey started at UT twenty-five years ago, as a Physics Erasmus student from Spain. In all these years I have continuously looked for new challenges and opportunities, working in three different faculties both in academic and support roles and contributing to the Shaping Team and SEG Inclusion within the Strategy and Policy department. I have consistently assumed the role of a bridge-builder within my research group fostering collaboration and dialogue among academics, support staff, PhD candidates, and students, or in more recent years, between the service departments and the faculties.  Top of Form

My commitment to the UT staff and students extends beyond my research projects, and through my roles as confidential advisor, co-chair of the DEI Advisory Board, and Secretary of the UT-Kring, I’m devoted to promote an environment in which people’s well-being and success comes first, a space where we can all flourish to our fullest potential. My passion lies in the areas of organizational culture, leadership, social safety, equity, inclusion, internationalization, and sustainability, among others. The prospect of joining the university council is an opportunity to broaden my horizon and continue speaking up, advocating for the interests of colleagues and students, ensuring the voices of all stakeholders are heard and represented. It is an opportunity to use my experience in facilitating communication and connecting people, from the work floor to the policy makers, and from the Executive Board to the broader university community

The UT is a dynamic organization, constantly evolving with its people and structures in a constantly changing landscape. I believe fostering constructive dialogue and creating an environment where diverse perspectives are welcomed ensures robust decision-making processes that help create a future-proof organization.

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Carré C1347

l.d.vargas@utwente.nl

+31534895368

https://people.utwente.nl/l.d.vargas