The Koornbeurs is unique in its (lack of) structure and differentiates itself from other social associations in Delft in this way. No obligations, no hierarchy, no prominence. This however doesn't mean that there isn't any order to the chaos. As a member there are many ways to make the Koornbeurs a more enjoyable place for yourself and others. We also provide a lot of opportunities to develop yourself.
For example: You can become board at the Koornbeurs!
The Avatar Board
The board of '22 - '23 has as theme Avatar: The Last Airbender. The board is the heart of the association, that leads every other organ to the end of being the most enjoyable association in Delft.
Doing board is definitely a different experience from studying, but it's absolutely worth it! You'll learn a lot and become way more independent.
The board doesn't run the association on it's own... that would just be straight up impossible. To support the board in fulfilling the purpose of the association, there exist committees. Every committee has their own responsibilities. The one is responsible for the upkeep of the building, while the other for organising member activities for example.
So, committees are responsible for specific activities or other things within the association. However, sometimes when it isn't needed anymore a committee will be abolished (like the foto committee) or committees will be merged when not enough members are interested (like the foto committee and the committee of the association paper).
Do you want to get to know the committee that organises the OWee for the Koornbeurs?
Thirdly, there are the "disputen". These are diverse groups founded by members to strengthen mutual bonds and give the association that little bit more of a dynamic than it already has.
The Koornbeurs originally came into existence as a progressive movement after the old fashioned (corporal) minority split off from the previous association. It seems a bit weird that the association now still has "disputen" then, but secretly our "disputen" are all very inclusive and open to everyone wanting to have a drink with them during a members evening. Because of this it is not a true members evening if Redux doesn't at least once sing the "banierzang" very loudly, the Votloken scream "ALAAF", HOOGHSCHT set a standing table on a table and Amantes toast to love together.
Redux
"Dispuut" Redux is the most beautiful dispute our association, O.J.V. de Koornbeurs, has to offer. We consist of a group of enthusiastic people that want to add a bit more studenty affinity to association life. We are invariably found in the cellar during the wednesday evening drinks. We also don't mind parties, trips or otherwise epic activities.
Do you want to reach us? Do you want to have a few drinks with your "dispuut" and us at the Koornbeurs or do you just have a question? You can mail our "Ab-Actis" at AbActis@DispuutRedux.nl or take a look at www.DispuutRedux.nl.
Amantes
The "dispuut" 'Amantes sunt Amentes' is the most amicable "dispuut" at the Koornbeurs. Our name means literally 'Lovers are Fools', and we thus focus on a tight bond between our members. We are at the Koornbeurs every Wednesday evening from nine pm onwards to open the evening, but also organise a lot of activities for our members apart from the association. Think of a (little bit too) decadent diner, sauna trips, or a "dispuut"svacation. In 2019 we celebrated our first Lustrum.
You can reach us at amantes@koornbeurs.nl.
C.V. de Votloken
"C.V. de Votloken" is the one and only carnaval association of O.J.V. de Koornbeurs. Led by a yearly changing prince carnaval, they make sure that there's always a festive mood in the air at the association. In the carnaval season they make sure that members can visit the south to optimally enjoy the processions, costumes, music, booze and treats. But also when not celebrating carnaval, they bring the fun to the Koornbeurs.
Does all this festiveness raise a question for you? Send us a mail at alaaf@koornbeurs.nl.
Gaia
Gaia consists of a group of treehugging hippies. Even though we are not the most active group of people, we organise nature loving parties, climate conscious trips and cozy film nights every now and then. Our chair is a plant that migrates through the houses of the members, our signature clothing is a denim jacket without sleeves and further structure is hard to find. A good time, on the contrary, is always present.
Seksi
The Seksi started as an inside joke 6 years ago as a ‘comittee to promote sex at the koornbeurs’, however, the Seksi is mostly an excuse to organise events of any kind. The Seksi prides itself in its sex positivity, and free gender expression.
It organises events like the crossdress party; topless theezolder; sleepover themed dance parties; but also events with themes out of left field, such as hot pepper themed borrels; or the upcoming ‘Faster than your Fiat’ eurobeat borrel.
The Seksi does not have strict rules or expectations of its members, and values everyone’s comfort. Ironically, the Seksi is one of the groups with the most asexual people at the Koornbeurs.
The Seksi has its meetings in English and welcomes international members. Ask a Seksi member if you’re interested.
HOOGHSCHT
What started as a series of tipsy manoeuvres with a standing table, has in the meantime grown into a "dispuut" of high (hooghe) stature. HOOGHSCHT is the youngest "dispuut" of the Koornbeurs and sets itself apart with its unserious, but friendly character. You recognise this prominent "dispuut" by their peculiar way of consuming beer, namely from a table ón a table. Pictures can't capture this experience, you'll simply have to witness this yourself. HOOGHSCHT is open for every person who's interested and doesn't have a hierarchy. Outside of the order in which drinks are handed out from the brilliantly magical vertical beer metre of course...