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Thomas Crol

Don't let your limitations stop you from achieving your goals

Date:12 January 2024

The teacher shows a practice assignment on the screen. He then elaborates the assignment on the chalkboard. Where this is informative for most students, a lot of information passes Thomas Crol by. This makes it a lot harder for him to keep up at the same...

What are your 2024 resolutions?

How to keep your New Year’s resolutions + inspiration

Date:27 December 2023
Author:Hylke
Now that 2024 is coming closer, have you already thought about your New Year’s resolutions? In today’s blog, we talk about how you can keep them and, if you haven’t thought about them yet, give you some inspiration!
Hylke presents the ultimate Winter Break starter pack!

The ultimate Winter Break starter pack in GIFs

Date:20 December 2023
Author:Hylke
The much-needed winter break will start next week! Are you looking forward to it? Whether you’re spending it with your family back home or with your friends in Groningen, or both, here is a list of everything that cannot be missed during this winter break.
Hylke staying warm with loads of blankets and a cup of tea.

How to stay warm as a student during the colder months

Date:13 December 2023
Author:Hylke
The cold has really hit these past few weeks. In order to stay warm it might be tempting to turn your heater up, but there are other ways to stay warm and toasty! In today’s blog, Hylke talks about 8 ways that have nothing to do with your heater.
Cynthia

“One day I can do everything and the next day I can't do anything."

Date:08 December 2023
Author:Guest blogger
The UG offers various options and facilities to students with (additional) support needs, but for students with a chronic illness which fluctuates over time, finding appropriate solutions can be more challenging. This is also true for Cynthia van Tongeren.
Hylke in front of Dorothy's!

Purple Friday: LGBTQIA+ hotspots in Groningen and Leeuwarden

Date:06 December 2023
Author:Hylke
Do you know any of the LGBTQIA+ hotspots in Groningen and Leeuwarden? In light of Purple Friday, we talk about some lovely spots you can visit whether you’re part of the LGBTQIA+ community yourself or an ally!
Hylke posing with some linoleum cuttings and prints.

9 DIY student-proof gift ideas for the festive season

Date:29 November 2023
Author:Hylke
The festive season is almost upon us! Do you already know what you’re going to give your loved ones? If you still need some ideas, in this blog, we talk about 9 do-it-yourself gifts that will make your loved ones hug you with joy.
Hi! I'm Nadejda!

Week in Photos: MA Media Creation and Innovation student Nadejda

Date:20 November 2023
Author:Nadejda
Hi! My name is Nadejda and I am a Master's student currently following the programme of Media Creation and Innovation, here at the University of Groningen. Today I will show you what a week in my life looks like!
Come to our Bachelor Open Day!

The perfect way to spend the Bachelor’s Open Day

Date:08 November 2023
Author:Hylke
Are you going to take your final exams soon and do you want to decide what the next step in your life is? Then come to our Bachelor's Open Day! After registering via our website, the preparations can start to make the most of this day. In this blog, we have listed some places and sights you must remember, these will make your day complete!
Hylke trying to focus on her assignment.

How you can improve your focus to ace your assignments and exams

Date:01 November 2023
Author:Hylke
We’ve all been there: sitting at your desk with the motivation to tackle your deadline or to study for your exam, but despite your best efforts you cannot seem to concentrate. In today’s blog, we give you six tips that will help you improve your focus so you can ace your assignments and exams!