Study Association

A study association is an organization run by a team of students from the respective bachelor’s and master’s degree programme(s). The FSE study associations organize many activities for students, including introductory camps and monthly “borrels” (informal social gatherings, often with drinks), but also more serious events such as company visits or conferences. Study associations differ from the general student associations where the degree programme is irrelevant. And study associations do not have hazing rituals.

Along with university comes adventure, development, independency, opportunities, and unique friendships. The lessons you will learn do not only come from the courses you pass, as your college days form a launching platform for your personal development. Study association GLV Idun, Groninger LevenswetenschappenVereniging Idun (Groningen Life Sciences Association Idun) is here to help you get the most out of your days as a student, be it on a social, study, or career level.

GLV Idun is the study association for Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Life Science & Technology. A study association is an organization run by a team of students from the respective bachelor's and master's degree programme(s).

GLV Idun organizes many activites for students, there are a lot of social activities, including the introductory camp, montly parties in 'Het Pakhuis', city trips, a gala and (sporty) workshops, but also educational events to aid you during studies or careeer events to aid you after your studies, such as exam support sessions, company visits, networking drinks or conferences. Study associations differ from the general student associations where the degree programme is irrelevant. Study associations do not have hazing rituals.

The study association also provides its members with the best deals for books, lab coats and lab goggles. To sum up, GLV Idun is essential for a comlete study experience at the University of Groningen!

GLV Idun accomplishes this with the help and effort of 20 committees, all of which contribute to the organization of up to 140 activities per year. Members are free to apply for a committee of their interest. Check out all of our committees here.

The committees are backed by a board of six persons that work closely together for a year in order to create opportunities for all members, ranging from bachelor students and master students to alumni.

If you want to learn more about the study association do not hesitate to check out our brochure, visit the GLV Idun website or contact the board by sending an email to board@idun.nl.