Tilburg School of Humanities and Digital Sciences
Research and education at the Tilburg School of Humanities and Digital Sciences (TSHD) has a unique focus on humans in the context of the globalizing digital society, on the development of artificial intelligence and interactive technologies, on their impact on communication, culture and society, and on moral and existential challenges that arise.
Strategy 2022-2027
TSHD has a unique combination of disciplines: philosophy, cultural studies, communication and information sciences, cognitive sciences and AI, the University College, and the Tilburg Center of the Learning Sciences (TiCeLS). From this strong foundation, we join forces to work on the challenges that people, organizations, and society are faced with. TSHD focuses on the further development of digital sciences, with strong roots in the humanities and social sciences, and on the further development of the humanities and social sciences with digital sciences.
Read more about our vision, ambition, and goals in our Strategy 2022-2027: Shaping our Future Society Together.
News
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Memes are now common form of discourse we should embrace in digital economy- but they are risky
17th May 2024For many, memes have become synonymous with online culture, whether on social media, in group chats, or on politician's accounts. They are aesthetic expressions of digital culture and society, which we must consider as valuable contributions to communication. However, as Lucie Chateau states, they are compromised by their place in digital capitalism. She defends her thesis on May 24th.
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Nominated for the E. du Perron Prize 2022/23: Karin Amatmoekrim, Niña Weijers, and Frank Nellen
08th April 2024Writers Karin Amatmoekrim, Niña Weijers, and Frank Nellen have been nominated for the E. du Perron Prize 2022/23. The jury of the Prize has nominated three books, using the writing of Du Perron as a guide and inspiration. The presentation ceremony will take place on May 16, before the start of Night University, in the Marga Klompé building. Ellen Deckwitz, essayist, columnist, and City Poet of Amsterdam, will present the E. du Perron Lecture.
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Even 66-year-olds engage in online aggression
05th April 2024Online aggression, or intentionally hurting others online, is primarily studied among young people and young adults. However, new research shows that even 66-year take part in online aggression. "Perpetrators and victims of online aggression can be found in all age groups," say Dr. Sara Pabian and Professor Heidi Vandebosch, researchers of the project from Tilburg University and the University of Antwerp.
Upcoming events
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10:00 - 11:30
PhD Defense L.J.M. Chateau
Anxious Aesthetics: Memes and Alienation in Digital Capitalism
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14:30 - 17:00
Theater performance for researchers: ‘Science Communication: Rewarded!’
Researchers are increasingly expected to engage with the public and seek collaboration beyond the academic realm. Do you also want to communicate about your research but lack time or inspiration? Are you curious about how science communication can become an integral part of your work as a researcher? Then come to the theater performance 'Science Communication: Rewarded!' on Friday, May 31st in the Blackbox on our campus.
The performance will be in English, free of charge, and lasts 60-90 minutes. -
13:30 - 15:00
PhD Defense K.G.A. Doreleijers MA
Styling the Local: Hyperdialectisms and the Enregisterment of the Gender Suffix in the 'New' Dialect of North Brabant
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14:00 - 16:30
Motivation is key! − TSHD Educational Event 2024
TSHD’s Educational Afternoon 2024 will take place on Tuesday, June 18 from 14:00-17:30 in the Dante Building.
The theme of this year's keynote is: what defines student motivation and how can we use that in education. Motivation of both students and teachers also plays a role in the sessions following the keynote.