Get to know the board members

Michael van Straelen (Chair) 

Hi! My name is Michael van Straelen, I'm twenty years old and currently in my third year of studying Communication and information studies, specializing in journalism. Outside of school I like to read, write and go out with friends. From time to time, I also like trying to play a tune on the guitar. I hope to see you soon at one of Kliché's activities!

 

Paulien van der Kruijs (Secretary)

My name is Paulien, I am 21 years old and I study Communication and Information Sciences. I am also busy working at Klup, I am on a football team at AMVJ and I am a student assistant at the VU. In my spare time, I like to play guitar and piano, and you can always wake me up to have a drink! I hope to see you all at one of our fun activities.

 

Nils Buitenhek (Treasurer) 

Hey, I'm Nils, 18 years old, second year CIS student and, most importantly, your treasurer for this year! I am very excited to make this (hopefully Covid-free) study year your best year ever through the amazing activities and trips that we will be organising with Kliché. 

 

Renée Zwagerman (General member: External Affairs)

Hi! My name is Renée Zwagerman, I am 20 years old and a third year student of Communication and Information Sciences. I am very excited for this year's activities and cannot wait to meet you all. In my spare time I work as an Online Marketeer. My hobbies are watching Netflix, getting food and drinks with my friends and reading. 

 

Emma Makkink (General member: Internal Affairs)

Hi! My name is Emma Makkink, I am 21 years old and a third year student of Communication and Information Sciences. My hobbies are making music, dancing, writing and photography.