Results for tag: Dutch Culture
6 Times I Struggled with Cultural Differences in Groningen
Date:08 June 2020Author:Ariana
Culture shock is different for everyone. But, once you move to Groningen, culture shock might just be a completely different experience than anywhere else.
The Stories Behind Groningen's Street Names
Date:04 June 2020Author:Asmo
For this blog, Asmo did some research on the origins of some of Groningen’s street names.
How to survive bike life in the Netherlands
Date:10 February 2020Author:Danique
Finding the Dutch bike culture pretty daunting? Read Danique's top 5 tips on how to survive Dutch bike life!
What Dutch grades actually mean
Date:24 January 2020Author:Luc
The vast majority of students in the Netherlands are only awarded grades between 6 and 8. So what do Dutch grades actually mean? Before you have a nervous breakdown, or your parents disown you for ‘only’ getting a 7, make sure to read Asmo's blog.
How to throw a Dutch birthday party
Date:12 November 2019Author:Danique
Gefeliciteerd! It’s your birthday. Seeing as you are living in the Netherlands, it’s time to throw a proper Dutch birthday party. Don't know how? Then Danique has you covered with this blog!
How to be cheap like a Dutchie
Date:18 October 2019Author:Danique
Always wondered why people ask to "Go Dutch" when splitting a restaurant bill? Read Danique's blog on all the best ways to save money like a Dutchie!
Why you should join a board or committee
Date:04 October 2019Author:The Blog Team
Thinking about becoming doing something next to your studies? Asmo and Danique share their experiences in student boards and committee work.
The 5 Basics of Student-Professor Etiquette
Date:24 September 2019Author:Asmo
Many students ask themselves how to appropriately approach their professor. That is why in this blog, Asmo has compiled some tips on the right student-professor etiquette so that you don’t end up being 'that' student.
Everyday Dutch Words All Internationals Should Know
Date:12 September 2019Author:Asmo
In this blog I have summarized some of the most commonly used everyday words and phrases you might hear when you speak with a Dutchie.