"So much happens in here"

Nikki went to work at HZ after completing her Business Administration studies

At HZ, Nikki is doing her bit as a Policy Support Officer. Not a preconceived plan, because she actually wanted to continue studying after her Business Administration studies. Nikki: "But I saw a vacancy at HZ on Facebook and I thought: I'll just give it a try. They asked for someone with a lot of experience and a research university background. I didn't have both, which is precisely why I am so grateful that HZ gave me this opportunity."

'So much happens in education, I like that'

As a policy support officer, Nikki attends board meetings and takes notes. Even meetings with the college council are no longer foreign to Nikki. Nikki: "There is so much happening here. The withdrawal of the basic scholarship has created money for colleges and universities, that they must spend on improving the quality of education. Among other things, HZ has chosen to allow staff and students to submit project proposals. Those projects are very diverse, which I like. From making HZ and its surroundings more sustainable to looking at what motivates students to stay in Zeeland. My role in this is mainly coordinating, such as making sure the application rounds are planned and organised."

Nikki herself still enjoys Zeeland every day. Working from home allows her to walk a lap along the dyke in her breaks. In her free time, she likes to go to the gym, play tennis and she likes to travel. "And of course I can be found on beaches in Zeeland in the summers!"

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