Introducing our current International Alumni Ambassadors!

Representing 11 countries across multiple continents, these RUG alumni are ever ready to meet and share their experiences in Groningen with everyone interested: from prospective students to alumni and from businesses to universities. They aim to bridge the gap between their home countries and their alma mater. Read their testimonials below and feel free to email them with any questions you may have about studying here and alumni activities in their countries. You can get in touch by:

Contact the ambassadors via the studymentors-platform: www.studymentors.eu. Make a quick profile, search for University of Groningen members, select your mentor and ask away directly.
Sending a request to the International Alumni Office

Check the other years' international ambassadors' testimonials as well.

International Alumni Ambassadors 2015-2016

Bulgaria

Anna Gonzalez "The city presents a wonderful mix of Dutch and international culture"

Chile

"I feel inspired by the University’s excellent spirit and innovative environment"

China

"You can expect great facilities for young people"

Georgia

"The student is the center of attention"

Germany

"The experienced and renowned professors ignited my passion for academic research"

"If you have the chance to come to Groningen, you should definitely do it"

"I found myself immersed in an engaging environment that makes you want a 25 hours day!"

Indonesia

"Being a student at such a high quality university is definitely challenging yet exciting at the same time"

Italy

"There is nothing more you can desire for an experience abroad!"

'There is a strong international focus"

Nigeria

"The city is a wonderful, safe place and the University itself is truly a great environment"

Romania

"I obtained the confidence to dream bigger and bigger"

Ukraine

"Cutting-edge practices and research are combined with a strive for innovation and e entrepreneurship"

United Kingdom

"The international perspective that the University of Groningen offers is truly special and is increasingly sought-after by academic institutions across the globe"

"The people of the Netherlands are very warm and accommodating"

Zimbabwe

"I found myself rubbing shoulders with some of the best researchers and taking part in their research"

Anna Gonzalez
"The city presents a wonderful mix of Dutch and international culture"