Social Sciences and Law

Discourses of Sustainability Transitions

Why do words matter so much in the struggle to save our planet? Join us in Groningen as we explore how what and how we communicate shapes the future.

Dates: 17 - 21 August 2026

Effective Teaching for the Future

Participants will learn about and engage with current debates and research insights addressing effective teaching, teaching for the future. They will work together in mixed and diverse groups discussing the state-of-the-art of effective teaching from research and practice perspectives.

Dates: 6 – 10 July 2026

Empowering Educational Developers to Train University Teachers

Designed as more of a community than a workshop, this summer school aims to bring together those who support university teachers in improving their teaching effectiveness.

Dates: 24 - 28 August 2026

Fate and Impact of (Micro- and Nano-) Plastics on Health

Are you interested in global challenges? Then join our interdisciplinary summer school on microplastics! You will learn from experts in different fields, design solutions and (net)work with peers!

Dates: 30 June - 2 July 2026

Religion, Equity and Environmental Justice

Explore how religion, equity, and environmental justice intersect through interdisciplinary debate, hands-on workshops, and academic skills training in an international summer school at the University of Groningen.

Dates: 6 - 10 July 2026

Women and Girls, Education and Work in Uganda's Complex Context

Exploring stories, experiences and opportunities for the education-work transition of girls and women in complex contexts (Uganda).

Dates: 15 – 22 July 2026

Understanding and Preventing Suicide and Suicidal Behavior

Our summer school on suicide prevention is unique in the world, and will inspire you to learn more  about this tragedy called suicide- that many people suffer from.

Dates: 22 - 25 June 2026