University of Groningen Student Blog

Marije's step-by-step plan on how she plans to follow through on her top priority New Years resolution: procrastinating less.

The best inside information about how to celebrate New Years in Groningen!

Anna was able to go on an internship within her area of study, International and European Law. Read about her experience abroad working in a law firm in Cairo.

Check out this blog post to find some of the typical stages everyone goes through when going back home for the holidays. Can you relate?

Christmas is right around the corner and all everyone has been talking about is their travel plans to go home and spend it with their family. Unfortunately, not everyone can travel home and spend time surrounded by those who love you. Or you may want to have a pre-Christmas Friendmas before everyone goes home for the holidays.

In this blog post I want to share some of my personal tips on how to learn Dutch with you so that you know where to start. Succes!  

Master students Marieke and Vicki's experience attending the inaugural peace Summit for Emerging Leaders 2018 in Bangkok, Thailand.

You might think you know how to ride a bike, but do you also know what “shark teeth” are and what happens when there is an “all direction green”?

Moving to a new country and culture, especially when you are on your own, can be a daunting experience for anyone. From finding jobs and work experience to hair shops and nightclubs, here is a list of tips, tricks and places that can make life as an African student at the University of Groningen more enjoyable.