Nait Soez’n: De Groninger Studentenbond in de jaren zeventig -en wat daaraan vooraf ging- / Ruud Weijdeveld

Author: Ruud Weijdeveld

Title: Nait Soez’n: De Groninger Studentenbond in de jaren zeventig -en wat daaraan vooraf ging-

The GSb (Groninger Studentenbond, or Groningen Student Union) was founded in 1971. This did not come out of the blue. Advocacy and social engagement had long been the driving forces behind the student movement, especially since the 1960s, when new groups of students began to populate the universities and a new youth culture took shape.

This book describes the history of its origins and shows the (campaigning) influence that the GSb managed to exert in the 1970s.It also shows how, ultimately (in the late 1970s), doubts arose and decline set in, and the concept of the ‘political union’ was set aside.

It is an inspiring story about organizational strength and determination. It is also relevant for anyone who is currently committed to improving the position of students, combating climate change, and promoting international solidarity.

The book is published by UGP (University of Groningen Press) and the release date is at the end of January. It will be presented during a special presentation on January 26. If you pre-order the book, admission to the presentation is free. After the presentation, the book will be available as a free downloadable PDF on the UGP website. It is also available as a paperback.