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Joachim Bekkering

"Don't be ashamed!"

Date:31 March 2023
He is 26 years old, completed his master's degree in Law and Governance, and is currently pursuing his second master's degree in Legal Research at the law faculty of the UG. In addition, he works as a researcher at ProFacto and is involved in politics. It’s also important to mention that he has autism. Joachim Bekkering has known this since he was six years old and has turned his autism into his strength.
Hylke presents the ultimate University Library starter pack!

The ultimate University Library starter pack in GIFs

Date:29 March 2023
Author:Hylke
Whether you go to the UB every exam season, or for the first time, here is a list of everything you definitely need for the optimal study experience!
Hylke listening to a podcast while sunbathing.

7 podcasts to listen to on your spring walk

Date:22 March 2023
Author:Hylke
Now that spring is officially here, it’s the perfect time to go on a walk through Noorderplantsoen to admire the blooming flowers. And what better way to do this than by listening to a lovely podcast?
Cloudy with a chance of eierballen.

What is Gronings?

Date:20 March 2023
Author:Hylke
Do you know what's typically Gronings? From the province's history to some lovely phrases in Grunnegs, Hylke talks about all things Groningen in today's blog!
Hylke trying to study after a night out.

8 (useless) tips for studying after a party night (+ GIFs)

Date:08 March 2023
Author:Hylke
We’ve all tried at least once to study after a night out during our time at university. In order to help you have a somewhat successful study session, we’ve thought of some tips! But disclaimer: they’re probably useless because, let’s be honest, who is going to study after a night out, right? ;)
Hi! I'm Daan.

Master's Week: Studying Religion, Conflict and Globalisation at the UG

Date:07 March 2023
Author:Guest blogger
Are you currently looking for a Master’s programme? Read along! In light of the Master’s Week, we are highlighting some interesting programmes. This week, we asked student Daan some questions about Religion, Conflict and Globalisation.
Give someone a compliment today :)

World Compliment Day: how to show your appreciation for one another

Date:01 March 2023
Author:Guest blogger
It’s World Compliment Day today! In light of this, Communication and Information Studies student Pola talks about her experience with receiving and giving compliments and how these relate to certain love languages.
📸�Wouter Brem

6 Steps to a Healthy Life in Groningen

Date:24 February 2023
Author:Anne
Are you moving to Groningen soon? Or have you moved already but is the Dutch healthcare system still a mystery to you? Anne is here to help you find your way! Read her blog for everything you need to know about healthcare in the Netherlands
Hylke at the Cliffs of Moher.

Minor Abroad #3: What to do after coming back from studying abroad (3 tips + my experience)

Date:22 February 2023
Author:Hylke
In the last part of our minor abroad-series, Hylke shares what it was like coming back home after her time studying at University College Cork in Cork, Ireland, and gives some useful tips.
Hylke at the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland!

Minor Abroad #2: What’s it like to study abroad? (5 tips + my experience studying in Cork, Ireland)

Date:15 February 2023
Author:Hylke
In the second part of our minor abroad-series, Hylke shares her experience of studying at University College Cork in Cork, Ireland, and gives useful tips for studying abroad.