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On September 23, 2025, the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) officially opened the Centre for Martial Arts and Science  (CEMAS) — Belgium’s first martial arts expertise center. The 800 m² facility was made possible thanks to the support of VUB, Sport Vlaanderen, the Flemish Brussels Fund, the Flemish Community Commission, and the Flemish Boxing League. A center where sport, education, and research meet CEMAS combines sports infrastructure, education, and scientific research, u

When you think of student-friendly Brussels, Judit Karlsson undoubtedly comes to mind. Between 2001 and 2006, she studied law at the VUB, but just as importantly, she fully embraced the vibrant student life. As president of KBS (2005-2006), cantor of 't Vat, and later president of the Guild of Polytech, she brought color and energy to generations of students. Even after her studies, Judit remained true to tradition: for years, she helped organize the Vrijzinnig Zangfeest Vlaa