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New Year's Resolutions - Here’s to 2021!

Date:01 January 2021Author:The Blog Team
Hello 2021! Here's to a happy and healthy new year. In this blog, we're sharing our New Year's resolutions. What are yours?
Grab your popcorn, it's time to get cosy with some festive movies!

Our favourite festive movies to watch during the holidays

Date:25 December 2020Author:The Blog Team
The holidays are the perfect time to spend the day on the sofa and watch festive movies. In this blog, we're sharing some of our favourites!
Avital is here to save you from your winter boredom!

Fun things to do during the break (pandemic edition)

Date:21 December 2020Author:Avital
If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that we need to get creative to keep ourselves entertained while we're in lockdown. That's why, in this blog, Avital shares some fun things you can still do during your winter break.
My mood for the rest of the holidays!

The last day of classes in 5 gifs

Date:18 December 2020Author:Ariana
The last day of lectures is finally here, and the holidays are now minutes away. Here's 5 gifs to sum it up:
What are your favourite Christmas traditions?

Our Favourite Holiday Traditions

Date:16 December 2020Author:The Blog Team
How do we celebrate the holidays back home, and what are our favourite traditions? Read 5 international students' Christmas traditions in this blog.
This photo of a very studious Avital was obviously taken in the pre-Corona days, hence the absence of masks!

How to stay productive during the holidays

Date:14 December 2020Author:Avital
As we count down the days until the winter break, it’s also a good idea to think ahead to January. In this blog, Avital shares her tips for staying productive during the winter break.
What to do when the world is crashing down? Make a meme.

5 Times We Thought 2020 Literally Couldn't Get Any Worse

Date:11 December 2020Author:Ariana
2020 has been the most random year this generation has ever experienced - but hey, we got through it! Join me in reflecting on 5 times when we literally thought 2020 couldn’t get worse. 
Throwback to a sunny cycle around Groningen!

Luc's Short Stories in Groningen

Date:10 December 2020Author:Luc
Studying in a new city can be awkward and adapting to a new way of life is an interesting journey. We have all had some embarrassing moments as new students! Take a look at Luc's blog where he tells you about some of his experiences and memorable moments as a new student!
Soup? Stamppot? Whatever is in there, it smells delicious by the looks of it!

The Best Autumn and Winter Recipes

Date:07 December 2020Author:Avital
The best thing about autumn and winter, aside from the lights and the huge amounts of chocolate, are the warming comfort foods to cook. In this blog, Avital shares some of her favourite recipes
The Christmas lights strung around the city definitely make it a more 'gezellig' place to live and study!

Why is Groningen the healthiest city in the Netherlands?

Date:04 December 2020Author:Danique
Groningen has been crowned the healthiest city to live in in the Netherlands! Danique explains why in 4 points.
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