Nearly a year ago, in March 2025, Marieke Verbiesen took office as editor-in-chief of Cursor. With tireless dedication and guided by journalistic quality, she worked with the editorial team to position Cursor as an indispensable news platform for the TU/e community.

In doing so, she was able to build on the foundation laid by interim editor-in-chief Roy op het Veld, who renewed and strengthened the editorial statute and the editorial board. These steps were intended to bring Cursor into calmer waters after a turbulent year in which TU/e removed “Mr. Cursor” Han Konings from his position.

Dedication

Verbiesen, who made the decision to leave on personal grounds, looks back with appreciation on the collaboration with the editorial team, the editorial board, the administration, and the organization, and thanks everyone for the trust and space she was given.

The TU/e Executive Board regrets the editor-in-chief’s departure but understands her decision and expresses appreciation for her commitment and contribution. The editorial team thanks Marieke for her great dedication to Cursor and to the team and wishes her all the best for the future.

News about Verbiesen’s successor will follow once more information is available.

This article was translated using AI-assisted tools and reviewed by an editor.