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5 things I love about the Dutch

Date:02 July 2019Author:Asmo
Ahhh the Netherlands. The home of Gouda cheese, tulips, canals and, of course, the Dutch. In this blog post, I’ll try to describe some of my observations about the Dutch that I have made over the past few years and point out some things that I especially love and would not want to miss.  
"Sorry, do you know where the library is?"

10 essential places to find during your first weeks at uni

Date:29 June 2019Author:Asmo
So you’ve finally arrived in Groningen and are ready to start off your first week as a freshman. But hold on a minute! Where can you buy fresh and cheap food? Where can you register with the municipality? In this blog post, I will give you a quick rundown of all the places you should check out during your first week so that you don’t get too lost amidst the bikes and canals.
Alumni Stacey looking back at her time at the University of Groningen

3 Things I Learned While Studying Law At The University Of Groningen

Date:27 June 2019
Alumnus Stacey gives a few simple tips to remember during your studies
When you find the AC unit at work

10 Ways to survive the heat in the Netherlands

Date:25 June 2019Author:Danique
Danique's creative guide on how to survive this summer's heatwave
Additional bucket-list activity: enjoy the view of the Martini Tower from the VVV building on the Grote Markt

Bucket list for first year students in Groningen

Date:25 June 2019Author:Danique
Your first year of uni is full of first impressions, experiences and people. Read Danique's top 10 bucket-list-must-do activities for your first year at uni.
Friends visiting for the summer

#TheCityIsOurCampus 28-30 June

Date:25 June 2019Author:Marije
This weekend in Groningen: USVA at the park, a swimming pool party, Noorderplantsoen volleyball tournament and more!
Pro tip: study with friends - it might not be more productive but it definitely is more fun.

Favorite study spots in Groningen

Date:24 June 2019Author:Danique
Danique's guide to all the best study spots in Groningen - in and outside of the university!
When Summer finally arrives in Groningen

TheCityIsOurCampus 21-23 June

Date:20 June 2019Author:Danique
This weekend in Groningen: Stadspark live, salsa night, summer vibes rooftop bar and lots of parties!
Preparing for the herring party

#TheCityIsOurCampus: June 13 - 16

Date:12 June 2019Author:Asmo
This weekend in Groningen: Lustrum gala, the terrace festival, herring party, and much more!
Who needs a moving truck when you have a bakfiets?

The 5 first things to do when you get to Groningen

Date:11 June 2019Author:Danique
The essential things to do once arriving in Groningen!
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