Career Day 2026
Hey philosophy student! Ever thought about life after your philosophy studies?Do you want to spread your wings within academia or outside?
Whether or not you’re already thinking about your future career, come to the Philosophy Career Day of 18 March! You can learn what you can contribute to the academic or non-academic job markets during the Career Services workshops, or join us for a ‘borrel’ and inspiring career talks during the evening programme. On 18 March 2026 STUFF and the Philosophy Faculty are pleased to host the annual Career Day.
Location: at the faculty, Oude Boteringestraat 52. Registration for the workshops is required (see below), but for the evening programme you can join at your leisure.
Day programme:
Workshop 1: SKILL ISSUE? How to Easily Express Your Expertise
Time: 10:00-12:00
Location: Faculty of Philosophy (Oude Boteringestraat 52), room Alfa
Description: Do you have what it takes? Of course you do, but how do you let others know? Translating your particular set of skills to the job market can be tricky. Together, we craft your personal skill passport, helping you convey your capabilities and discover the talents you never knew you had.
GOOD TO KNOW! For Dutch-speaking students: this workshop is offered exclusively in English. You are, of course, still more than welcome to register.
Workshop 2: THE RIGHT CONNECTION: How to Build a Network that Works for You
Time: 13:00-15:00
Location: Faculty of Philosophy (Oude Boteringestraat 52), room Beta
Description: Sure, it can feel awkward and exhausting at times - but making meaningful and lasting connections can make the job hunt process so much easier. We help you cut through the noise, and ensure you’ve got the knowhow to know who to know! In just a few easy steps, you'll learn how to effectively and purposefully network, both online and offline.
GOOD TO KNOW! For Dutch-speaking students: this workshop is offered exclusively in English. You are, of course, still more than welcome to register.
Register here (THE RIGHT CONNECTION)
Evening programme:
Join us for drinks and inspiring career talks during the evening programme, no registration required. See the bios below for more information about the speakers. (Note that the first talk is in English, the other two are in Dutch. You are free to join or leave during the breaks.)
Location: Faculty of Philosophy (Oude Boteringestraat 52), room Omega
19:00 START
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19:15 – 19:45 Speaker 1: Hannah Laurens (Assistant Professor, RUG)
Language: ENGLISH
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20:00–20:30 Speaker 2: Ymko Braaksma (Planbureau Fryslân)
Language: DUTCH
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20:45–21:15 Speaker 3: Wim van der Molen (UMCG)
Language: DUTCH
Speaker information:
Hannah Laurens is an assistant professor at the RUG who specialises in ancient and early modern philosophy. Her work focuses on Aristotle's account of the intellect and Spinoza's understanding of salvation.
Ymko Braaksma did his PhD on R.G. Collingwood and classical pragmatism at the faculty of philosophy, after first completing the research master. He currently works as a researcher and project manager at Planbureau Fryslân.
Wim van der Molen is an educational coordinator and ethicist at the University Medical Center Groningen, working across the undergraduate and graduate medical curricula. His work focuses on professional development, moral deliberation, and the integration of medical ethics into medical education.