University of Groningen Student Blog

What's more Dutch than cheese, tulips and clogs? Biking! It is such a big part of our daily lives, and it is a good idea to know the most about biking culture in the Netherlands that you can! Take a look at Luc's tips to find out more.

If you're a new student at the UG, or an existing one, who'd like to know about the resources available to you at the UG - this is the blog for you! Luc shares some of the most important resources that you should use during your studies.

Are you a new student at the UG? This blog might be helpful to you! Here are some tips and tricks about how to maximise your student life at the UG!

The new academic year has officially started and Luc thought he'd help you kickoff the new year with a fun GIF(t).

If you are expecting to see giants dancing in tulip fields wearing clogs and eating tons of cheese - you might get a shock when you come to the Netherlands and realise some of these myths are, well... myths. Take a look at these 5 Myths about the Netherlands. 

Student Associations are an effective way to get to know new people, learn new stills and network! ...but are they worth the hype? Luc says, "Without a shadow of a doubt!"

Job interviews can be quite daunting sometimes. What do I say? What do I wear? How do I convince an employer I'm the right candidate? In this blog, Avital shares some tips to help you prepare for a job interview, take away your nerves and allow you to land your dream job.

Looking for some activities to cool off in this upcoming hot summer? Check out these 5 fun things to do in Groningen!

Although touring through the city of Groningen is not possible due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, there are some really interesting virtual experiences that offer some insight into our university and city! Luc has compiled some tips on how to become a Virtual Groninger.