Susanne Dreyer appointed as new Director of Real Estate and Facilities

Erasmus University is looking forward to Susanne's arrival. Ellen van Schoten, Vice Chair of the Executive Board: 'Susanne brings a lot of experience in Real Estate and Facilities. She combines broad knowledge and international experience with a people-oriented leadership style. A combination that fits perfectly within the ambitions of EUR. I look forward to a good collaboration.'

Susanne looks forward to her new role with enthusiasm: 'I believe that a university is not only a place where knowledge is imparted and research takes place, but also an environment that inspires, connects, and prepares people for the future. At Erasmus University Rotterdam, I see the opportunity to use my international experience for the further development of a campus that radiates sustainability, diversity and inclusivity, innovation, and community spirit, thereby contributing to an environment where the next generation is shaped into open-minded, entrepreneurial, and connecting global citizens.'

In her new role, Susanne wants to focus strongly on making the campus future-proof with the vision of making Erasmus University Rotterdam one of the most sustainable universities in the Netherlands. She sees plenty of opportunities to further integrate sustainability into campus strategy, buildings, and facilities to develop a circular campus. Additionally, she wants to work on creating an accessible, attractive, and functional work and learning environment where students and staff can bring out the best in themselves and be themselves.

'My ambition is to develop the campus into a future-proof, innovative, and connecting environment together with my colleagues, where collaboration with businesses and social organizations will naturally have more space. That also aligns with the Engaged University that Erasmus University Rotterdam aspires to be.'