Advantages of the Buddy Network Law

• Soft landing
  a group of buddies helps to create a soft landing for all students who are new to the Faculty of Law, so they can feel more at home and settle easier into university life.
• Social integration
  starting in a new place is difficult for all; a group of buddies will help feeling that you are not the only one going through these changes and as such hopefully students can find their place in our Faculty’s community faster.
• Ability to network
  the ability to network is a highly desirable social skill prominently featuring in job requirements for future lawyers. This can be practiced with the buddy group and at the guest lectures.
• Employability
  alumni have told us that being able to demonstrate intercultural experience, like to be gained in the buddy setting, having practiced networking and doing volunteer activities are an absolute asset for work life.
• Community building
  being part of a buddy group with connections formed across the Faculty’s programmes will enforce the Faculty’s community; we want to welcome our new students warmly into it.

Are you starting your studies in September 2024?
Become a buddy in the Buddy Network Law!

Are you a law student who has been in Groningen already 2023/24 and/or earlier? Become a “big buddy” for first-year students!