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UG Language Centre launches the ‘Potje Nederlands’ podcast
Posted on:07 April 2026

'Potje Nederlands' is the new interactive podcast from the University of Groningen Language Centre, designed to help non-native speakers practise Dutch at A1 level. A new episode will be released each week from Monday 13 April. The introductory episode is already available for listeners to familiarize themselves with the format.

The Writing Centre is celebrating its first anniversary!
Posted on:01 April 2026

A year ago, the Writing Centre opened its doors as part of the University of Groningen Language Centre. With over 300 free coaching sessions for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students, as well as well-attended Writing Days, the team looks back on a successful first year full of valuable encounters and, above all, significant progress in writing skills!

Love Languages Event - 13 February
Posted on:15 January 2026

Have you had your eye on a language for a while but feel nervous about taking the first step? Or have you been getting to know each other for some time and want to know if you are compatible long-term? If so, come to our Love Languages Event on 13 February to find your match!

Cedeo certification mark renewed with excellent results
Posted on:27 October 2025

We are proud of this result, and even more so of the people who made it possible!

New: Online Spanish
Posted on:23 July 2025

For anyone who wants to learn Spanish in a flexible and independent way!

Lizayra Dassen wins the 2025 Gerrit Krol Award
Posted on:25 June 2025

The fourth edition of the Gerrit Krol Award was awarded to Lizayra Dassen for her essay titled Een uitdagende onwetendheid (A challenging ignorance). The jury described her essay as ‘convincing’ and ‘well thought-out’.

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