break ’n boost: flashback and -forward with one of our students

08 April 2026 10:30 Author: Rune Mahieu Reading time: 2 minutes

Just before the exam period begins, STAN takes over the entire MAS for a day with a free event for Antwerp students. This year, it’s on Tuesday 5 May, and each floor has its own unique atmosphere. Head to the seventh floor for read & relax and meditation workshops, perfect for unwinding. Need a physical boost? Go to the sixth floor for one of the multiplayer video games or to the third floor for a workshop in soulboxing, tai chi or self-defence. For a mental boost, head to CABIN on the fifth floor. There, you can watch a live recording of the CABIN Talks podcast, take part in Werewolves XXL or try out one of the other board games.

What do you like so much about break ’n boost?

I didn’t expect the event to be spread across all the floors! That made it feel like a real ‘journey’. Every escalator I took led to a new surprise. And the higher you go, the better the view.

Which activity are you most looking forward to this year?

I especially love the variety! I can do a high-energy self-defence workshop at 7 pm and then, half an hour later, just chill out and play a boardgame. But if I really had to choose: I’d go for cuddling the dogs, I absolutely loved that last year!

The slogan is ‘take a break, get a boost’, agree?

Absolutely! The second semester is really tough, I hear that from lots of friends too, and the exams haven’t even started yet. So a break just before study season is definitely welcome. The activities help you forget the stress for a while. And seeing that you’re not alone gives you a massive boost!