Are you lost or have a question? Ask our Floor Walkers!
As the new academic year kicks off, make sure to look out for our Floor Walkers to help you navigate the campus.
As the new academic year kicks off this week, the campus is bustling with fresh faces eager to start their academic journey at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e).
While this is an exciting time, navigating a new campus can also be quite overwhelming. But don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! To make your first week on campus smoother, TU/e has introduced Floor Walkers—senior students ready to help you find your way around.
Who or what are Floor Walkers?
Floor Walkers are experienced students stationed at key spots on campus: the Auditorium, Atlas, and MetaForum (floor 0). You can’t miss them—they’ll be wearing bright red TU/e shirts with signs that say, “Need some help?” They’re here to guide you, answer your questions, and make sure you find everything you need.
According to Marcel Visschers, Manager of the Center for Student Administration (CSA), the goal is to assist students quickly and efficiently. “Last year, we noticed long lines at the information desk, and sometimes people had to wait an hour to get an answer to a quick question that only takes a minute to answer. That’s very inconvenient, so we came up with the idea to have Floor Walkers positioned at key spots to assist new students.”
How can they help you?
Floor Walkers are your go-to people for:
- Answering questions: Need to know where to pick up your campus card, get your books, or find your study association? They’ve got the answers.
- Finding your lecture halls: Not sure where your next class is? They’ll point you in the right direction.
- Locating workspaces for livestreams: If you can’t find a seat in your lecture hall, they’ll guide you to a space where you can catch the livestream.
When and where to find them
Floor Walkers will be around during the first week of the academic year, and maybe even in the second week if needed. Their mission is simple: to help you get settled in as smoothly as possible.
So, if you’re feeling lost or just need a quick answer, look for the red shirts. They’re here to make your start at TU/e enjoyable and stress-free. Welcome to campus—the Floor Walkers will help you find your way!