How do I meet new people?
You don't have to do it all on your own. Social contact boosts your social and mental well-being. What steps can you take to meet new people? Are there any initiatives for combating loneliness? This page contains tips and information about building social relationships during your time at university.
Join a study or student association
There are almost 100 different study associations and student associations in Groningen. They range from traditional study associations and social clubs to numerous student sports associations, international student associations, religious student associations, and many more.
Are you studying in Leeuwarden?
In Leeuwarden there are also several study-, student- and religious associations which you can join.
Are you an international student?
There are various networks for international students.
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ESN Groningen is a student organisation which is part of the Erasmus Student Network (ESN). ESN Groningen is focused on the motto “students helping students” and this is achieved by organising over 150 activities for international students throughout the year, including a huge introduction week at the beginning of each semester to ensure that new international students have the best possible start that they can in Groningen.
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Become an ESN Buddy
The ESN Buddy Programme pairs local students with international students to help them get started in Groningen! This makes it easy to meet new people in Groningen.
▸Check out the ESN Buddy Programme
Visit Café de las Lenguas – the University of Groningen's language café
Improve your language skills, meet new people and get a taste of culture at the language café! Café de las Lenguas is held every Thursday evening in the Harmonie building at the University of Groningen.
▸More information about Café de las Lenguas
More tips and support for loneliness
Do you feel lonely? It is perfectly normal to feel lonely sometimes, even when you are surrounded by people.
▸Read on for more tips and support for loneliness.