A word from the Chairman

Sefa is the study association of Economics and Business (EB) at the University of Amsterdam. Sefa inspires students to transcend, connecting them to their future. Throughout the year, Sefa accommodates activities for students of all years and disciplines. We offer students an extensive network to explore and develop their capabilities. All Economics and Business students are provided with a diverse portfolio of career events, social activities, academic intensification, and global congregations. By participating in events, students can broaden their academic, professional, and social horizons, which can be of great value in their future careers.

Sefa has more than 7.500 members, of which over 400 are active within a committee. Active members are provided the opportunity to participate in challenging committees within a social community. Our active members are spread over 37 committees that organize over 125 events every year. By organizing such an event, active members gain organizational, communication, and teamwork skills. These are practical skills that students do not get taught in the lecture halls and tutorial rooms.

Furthermore, we offer great advantages for non-active members such as discounts on books and syllabi, and participation at our social and career events.

On a personal note, my journey with Sefa began in 2023, when I started my Business Administration bachelor at the University of Amsterdam. In that very first week, I stumbled into Sefa’s welcoming community and joined the As Good As New committee. I was drawn in by how much energy and fun surrounded every event, whilst it also became clear that Sefa offered far more than parties and trips: it was a way to grow academically and professionally while still making the most of student life.

From AGAN I joined the Trips and Activities Committee, where I got to organise a trip to Prague, before later joining the marketing team to keep building new skills. Committees and countless events later, taking on this board year felt like the natural next step, a chance to grow further while spending an entire year alongside fellow students and, of course, my board.

This year, Sefa continues to be a true one-stop platform that combines academic development, career opportunities, an unmatched social scene, and adventures that take our members around the world. As Chair of the 105th board, my goal is to keep strengthening that balance, so every member can find their own place within Sefa, while carrying forward the traditions that have made it what it is today. I’m proud to take on this responsibility together with our members, partners, and my board.

I would like to thank you all for your continuous efforts and interest in Sefa and I hope to welcome you soon at one of our events.

On behalf of the 105th Sefa board,

Kind regards,

Chloé van Bachum
Chairman Sefa board 2026-2027