Step On The Box
Step on The Box

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step on the box!

Connecting students, organisations and educators for impact.

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DUC East

DUC East brings together students, startups, educational institutions, and organizations to drive societal impact in the eastern region of the Netherlands.


  • Student teams with their own Start ups, and individual students who would like to work on the business cases of our partners.

  • Colosseum 65, 7521 PP Enschede, Netherlands, Onsite
  • 28 Sep 2026
Deadline registration 21 Sep 2026
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Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2026

Samsung invites young people to take a closer look at real challenges in their communities and come up with creative, tech-based solutions that can truly make a difference. Along the way, you’ll receive support from professionals, take part in hands-on workshops, and get the chance to showcase your project on a bigger stage. Sports & Tech: How can we use technology to make sports more accessible, fun, or safe? Think smart gadgets for local sports clubs or apps that boost mental well-being. Sustainability & Tech: The planet needs an upgrade. How can we deploy tech for a circular economy, nature conservation, animal protection, less waste, or less plastic soup in our community?


  • Youngsters between 16 and 25 years old from Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands!

  • Hybrid
  • 14 Oct 2026
Deadline registration 1 Oct 2026
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Future of Food Summit


  • Students across Agri-Food, Supply Chain, and Business disciplines with a proven passion for sustainable food systems and agro-ecological innovation.

  • Bronland 10, 6708 WH Wageningen, Netherlands, Hybrid
  • 25 Nov 2026
Deadline registration 12 Oct 2026
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Four reasons to join the impact movement

1. Work on real cases from leading companies
2. Contribute to the world's biggest challenges
3. Connect with company professionals and other students
4. Gain experience, increase your skills and build your CV!
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