Education
European Researchers’ Night at Forum this month
The European Researchers’ Night, a science festival for the curious, will take place in Groningen’s Forum on the 27th of...
Youth group aims to raise awareness on safe sex during KEI-week
JOVD Groningen, the youth wing of the VVD political party, will be raising awareness on safe sex during this year's...
Dutch universities fight back against proposed budget cuts
The association of Dutch universities (UNL), including the University of Groningen (RUG), has issued a stern letter to the new...
University of Groningen given €30 million to research disruptions to society
The University of Groningen (RUG), along with a number of partners, has been awarded a €30 million grant to look...
Student union wants to challenge fine for students taking longer to complete degree
The Dutch Student Union (LSVb) is planning to take action against the new Dutch coalition’s plans to fine students who...
Dutch education agency confirms discrimination in student housing grants
A follow-up investigation by the Dutch education agency, Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs (DUO), has confirmed that students with a migrant background...
Watch: Pro-Palestine encampment in front of the RUG Harmony building
Staff and students participated in a walk-out from the University of Groningen’s city centre location and joined a pro-Palestine encampment...
Feeling unsafe at school: A quarter of young people in Groningen and Drenthe face bullying and discrimination
A new study conducted by the Social Planbureau Groningen and Trendbureau Drenthe has painted a concerning picture of the experiences...
‘Closing hours for democracy?’ – University Council and activists critical of Groningen’s university rules for protests
”Can we even protest in the first place?” asks Lisa Thomas in a sarcastic tone, commenting on the new demonstration...
Groningen Academy Building defaced with pro-Palestine slogans
The facade of the University of Groningen's Academy Building was defaced with pro-Palestine slogans early on Saturday morning. Pictures published...