Cali.vub -

At its core, cali.vub is the official online learning management system (LMS) of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel. The acronym "CALI" stands for Computer Assisted Learning and Instruction. It is the university’s branded instance of the popular Canvas LMS by Instructure.

Before 2020, VUB relied on older systems like Pointcarre. However, to meet the demands of blended learning and internationalization, the university transitioned to cali.vub. Today, it serves as the central repository for all course-related activities, from downloading lecture slides to submitting final theses. cali.vub

While research tools often come with steep learning curves, cali.vub appears designed with usability and flexibility in mind. Here are the standout features that are catching the attention of researchers: At its core, cali

Byline: VUB AI & Data Science Spotlight Date: April 12, 2026 Before 2020, VUB relied on older systems like Pointcarre

If you’ve browsed through Vrije Universiteit Brussel’s research directories recently, you might have stumbled across a curious subdomain: cali.vub. While it sounds like a sunny nod to California, this digital space is actually a growing hub for computational linguistics, artificial intelligence, and interdisciplinary data science—rooted firmly in the heart of Brussels.

Gone are the days of physical hand-ins. Through the Assignments tab, you can upload essays, coding projects, or group reports. cali.vub is tightly integrated with Turnitin (plagiarism detection), so you will often receive an originality report minutes after submission.