University of Groningen Student Blog

It’s slowly getting warmer and sunnier! So, what’s better than to get away from Groningen for a while to get some well-deserved relaxation and to catch some sunshine? The Wadden Islands are the perfect destination for such a (day) trip! In today’s blog, we give you tips for activities you can do on Ameland and Schiermonnikoog!

It’s slowly getting warmer and sunnier! What’s better than to get away from Groningen for a while to get some well-deserved relaxation and to catch some sunshine? The Wadden Islands are the perfect destination for such a (day) trip! In today’s blog, we give you tips for activities you can do on the Wadden Islands. Starting with Texel, Vlieland, and Terschelling!

Summer is a time where people often either spend a lot of money on fun activities, or use the time to make and save up money. Are you planning on doing the latter? In this blog, we talk about 6 alternative ways in which you can earn money as a student during summer.

For most of you, summer is finally here! The transition from studying all day to having plenty of free time can be weird. That’s why, in this blog, we talk about how you can start your summer in the best way possible.

Now that the weather is getting better and better and the last exam period is still some weeks away, it’s the perfect time to get away from Groningen for a little while to indulge in culture and nature, or to relax. Here are 10 cheap and fun day trip ideas for you to enjoy!

In the last part of our minor abroad-series, Hylke shares what it was like coming back home after her time studying at University College Cork in Cork, Ireland, and gives some useful tips.

In the second part of our minor abroad-series, Hylke shares her experience of studying at University College Cork in Cork, Ireland, and gives useful tips for studying abroad.

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.

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.

From seal sanctuaries to tulip fields and pyramids, the Netherlands has a lot to offer. This is why in this blog, we’ve compiled a list of the best day trips to make for students from Groningen.