Extensus is the Study Association of the Honours Programme of the VU, UvA and AUC. It came into existence as a student initiative in September 2009. Since 2009 we have been engaged in various efforts to have participants of the Amsterdam Honours Programme benefit more from being a part of this Amsterdam-wide community of excellent students. Initially only open to those honours students studying at the VU, Extensus expanded to the UvA and AUC in 2011.

The aim of Extensus is to enhance the community of the Honours Programme by bringing together Honours students from different faculties and universities in Amsterdam. It does so by organizing professional, academic and social events that are all aimed at the broad interests of the Honours students. Examples of our yearly events are the study trip, seminars, dinners and a career conference. More information on commercial relations.
Additional added value is given by the Extensus Alumni Network: EAN in short. EAN connects Extensus members after their graduation, to provide a valuable professional and social network. More information on EAN.

The word extensus is derived from the verb extendere, meaning to stretch out, to extend, to increase, to broaden. It is also used poetically: maiores pennas nido extendere, to spread one’s wings beyond the nest (adapted from Horace). The name of the study association symbolizes the two goals of the Honours Programme: to broaden students’ horizons, and to extend their knowledge within their own field. It also alludes to the ambition, innovative spirit, and commitment to excellent education that is demonstrated by students and teachers involved in the Honours Programme.

So far, Extensus is thrilled to see the yearly increase in the number of Honours Students and their eagerness to contribute to a platform for excellence. Extensus justly considers itself to be the starting grid for future leaders and is dedicated to paving the way for collaboration between Honours students and their future employers from which both parties undoubtedly benefit. Extensus is always keen to welcome new members and Honours Students who wish to be involved in the organisation. Aspirations for the future are high, since Extensus aims to grow both in number and in substance, making full use of its interuniversity network and international orientation.