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A Minor in Europe: Why Not? Insights from Students Who Stayed Local

Date:08 May 2025Author:Chiara Matarazzo

At Campus Fryslân, we strive for interdisciplinarity, open-mindness, and diversity throughout your studies. This is why in the first semester of your third year as a Global Responsibility & Leadership (GRL) student, during the “minor” period, you are given...

Marij Tolsma during Fryslandei in Brussels, on April 18th

From Fryslân to Brussels: Sharing My Passion for Water at the European Parliament

Date:18 April 2025Author:Marij Tolsma

A few weeks ago, I found myself walking through the grand halls of the European Parliament in Brussels — and honestly, it felt surreal. As a 20-year-old student from Fryslân, I never imagined I’d be part of such an event. But there I was, attending Fryslân...

Yaniek Meijer, 2nd year student of Global Responsibility & Leadership

A Crash Course in Diplomacy and Negotiation: Lessons From EuroSim

Date:25 March 2025Author:Yaniek Meijer

Hi everyone! I’m Yaniek Meijer, a second-year student in Global Responsibility & Leadership at Campus Fryslân. I was born and raised in Bedum, a village near Groningen, and at the start of 2025, I had the incredible opportunity to take part in EuroSim 2025...

Svennie Stephenson posing in Antarctica

The Most Extraordinary Journey of My Life So Far

Date:14 February 2025Author:Svenja Stephenson

Hi everyone! My name is Svenja, and I’m a third-year Global Responsibility & Leadership (GRL) student majoring in Ecology, Energy, and Climate at Campus Fryslân. This blog post is about what has undoubtedly been the most extraordinary journey of my life so...

Ludovica Daffini, third-year student of the BSc programme in Global Responsibility & Leadership

An Idea Worth Spreading: Ludovica’s TEDx Journey

Date:13 January 2025Author:Ludovica Daffini

Ludovica, a student in the Global Responsibility and Leadership (GRL) programme, was inspired by Campus Fryslân’s focus on sustainability and wanted to share these ideas with a wider audience. After several attempts and by staying persistent, she was...

Marij Tolsma being awarded the certificate of reocgnition for winning the annual op-ed competition organized by the Global Center on Adaptation

Marij flies to Azerbaijan: My Journey to COP29

Date:16 December 2024Author:Marij Tolsma

Last month, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the COP29 climate conference in Baku, Azerbaijan. A dream come true for a Global Responsibility & Leadership student at University of Groningen, Campus Fryslan. As I packed my bags, excitement and...

Maya Nolles during her internship at Planet

Beyond Numbers: Why Data Science Needs Interdisciplinary Thinking

Date:27 November 2024Author:Maya Nolles

Hi there, I’m Maya! Two years ago, I graduated with a BSc. in Global Responsibility and Leadership from Campus Fryslân, and now, I'm pursuing a Master’s in Earth Sciences at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. During my bachelor’s, I developed a strong interest...

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Webclasses: An Easy Way to Find Your Programme Fit

Date:30 October 2024Author:Erika Compatangelo

Ever heard of webclasses? If you're trying to figure out which bachelor's programme is the best fit for you, they could be just what you need. Webclasses provide a sneak peek into your potential studies, making it easier to make informed decisions about...

Hannah Huber

Journey to Self: A Candid Conversation with Hannah Huber

Date:24 October 2024Author:Erika Compatangelo

All roads lead to Rome, but which path led Hannah to Campus Fryslân? What did she discover along the way, what lessons did she learn? Hannah’s journey is a true testament to the transformative power of education. After years working as a flight attendant...

Lea Johanssen at her bachelor's graduation with dr. Indira van der Zande, Director of Education at Campus Fryslân

Studying and Working in the North of the Netherlands as an International

Date:24 September 2024Author:Erika Compatangelo

Are you an international student considering studying in the Netherlands and worried about job prospects afterwards? Whether you're in the middle of your studies or have already graduated, are you wondering what the job search looks like next? So read on!...

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