University of Groningen Student Blog

You either love it or hate it: Valentine’s Day! Here are 10 unique (self-)date activities you (+ your significant other) can do in and around Groningen tomorrow. Enjoy!

Are you currently in the process of applying for a minor abroad, but don’t know what you can expect? This blog is for you! Hylke shares her experience of preparing for her Erasmus+ exchange to Cork and gives useful tips that will hopefully help you to prepare for your time abroad as well.

Today’s Blue Monday: the most depressing day of the year. While Blue Monday is a myth, it’s not surprising if you experience the winter blues (or even Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)) now that the days are long and dark. In light of this, here are 7 tips on how to beat the winter blues as a student!

Exam season is upon us! Here are 13 GIFs that describe a typical exam period. Including: being blinded by the orange walls of the Aletta Jacobs hall and (last-minute) late-night studying sessions at the UB. Enjoy!

Are you looking for a challenge in the new year? Then try to complete all these tasks throughout the year! From bouldering at Gropo to barbecuing at the Noorderplantsoen, there are challenges for everyone on this list :).

It’s THE season to watch a film while being curled up in a blanket on the sofa with a hot drink and some leftover holiday food. Ranging from golden oldies - such as Love Actually (2003) - to some new ones - such as Arthur Christmas (2011) - here are several students’ favourite festive films to watch during the holiday season!

Hylke shares some cheap activities you can do that will help you to get into a festive mood and to make the most of the festive season!

Now that the first block is over and the second block has started, you probably know what works best for you regarding studying and balancing your life. Whether or not you are on top of your game, Hylke shares 5 useful tips that will help you survive the new block!

Are you still doing your Bachelor’s and are you curious whether your life will change dramatically when you start your Master’s? Then, read along!

Autumn is really here, so nothing beats something warm and tasty during a long day of studying. Here are five budget-friendly, easy, and incredibly delicious autumn recipes recommended by students!