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Happy Valentine's Day!

Last-minute Valentine’s Day ideas for friends

Date:14 February 2024
Author:Hylke
Today is Valentine’s Day! A great day to celebrate love of all kinds. In today’s blog, we specifically focus on friendships. Do you want to show your friends that you appreciate them and celebrate your friendship together? Here are 7 last-minute Valentine’s Day ideas to strengthen your bond!
Would you like to volunteer? Volunteer work with animals might be something for you!

6 benefits of volunteering as a student

Date:07 February 2024
Author:Hylke
Do you have some spare time, and would you like to use it well? Try out volunteering! Doing volunteer work is super fun and has loads of benefits. In this blog, we’ll talk about the six most important ones!
Leer meer over hoe het is om Informatiekunde te studeren!

"Binnen de kortste keren leer je veel concrete vaardigheden waarbij je écht werkt aan een eindproduct": Alles over de Bachelor Informatiekunde

Date:31 January 2024
Author:Guest blogger
Wil je meer weten over hoe het is om Informatiekunde te studeren? Student Marieke vertelt je er graag meer over!
Bart working at Pathé.

What having a part-time job as a student is like

Date:30 January 2024
Author:Guest blogger
Want to know more about what it's like to have a side hustle next to studying? Or do you want a job, but you don't know where to start? In this blog, student Bart talks about his side hustles at Pathé Groningen and the UG, how he maintains a healthy work-life balance, and gives tips on how to find a side hustle that suits you. This blog is also available in Dutch!
Hylke re-reading her favourite childhood book.

15 self-care ideas for students

Date:24 January 2024
Author:Hylke
When you’re studying all day, taking care of yourself is important! This helps with managing your stress, energy levels, and your overall mental health. In today’s blog, we’ve listed 15 things you can do to take care of yourself. Try it out!
Carolien

“When people ask me why I am studying Theology, I always say it was more or less by accident."

Date:23 January 2024
Author:Guest blogger
Carolien (23) studied law, but 'accidentally' ended up in theology. And she really likes it. In this blog, she talks about her experience studying Theology.
Hylke listening to some music while studying and enjoying the view.

7 motivational songs that will get you through the exam period (+ GIFs)

Date:17 January 2024
Author:Hylke
Exam season has started! Are you prepared? In order to get you through these dreadful weeks, we’ve listed 7 inspiring, motivational songs that you can listen to while studying. You’re also in the right place if you’re in need of a motivational pep talk, affirmations, or a laugh.
Thomas Crol

Don't let your limitations stop you from achieving your goals

Date:12 January 2024

The teacher shows a practice assignment on the screen. He then elaborates the assignment on the chalkboard. Where this is informative for most students, a lot of information passes Thomas Crol by. This makes it a lot harder for him to keep up at the same...

What are your 2024 resolutions?

How to keep your New Year’s resolutions + inspiration

Date:27 December 2023
Author:Hylke
Now that 2024 is coming closer, have you already thought about your New Year’s resolutions? In today’s blog, we talk about how you can keep them and, if you haven’t thought about them yet, give you some inspiration!
Hylke presents the ultimate Winter Break starter pack!

The ultimate Winter Break starter pack in GIFs

Date:20 December 2023
Author:Hylke
The much-needed winter break will start next week! Are you looking forward to it? Whether you’re spending it with your family back home or with your friends in Groningen, or both, here is a list of everything that cannot be missed during this winter break.