Author: Ester Caffa

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Alice cooks and delivers authentic Chinese food in Groningen

Min Mao, aka Alice, decided to realize her dream. The Chinese student’s home restaurant Alice Secret Recipe delivers authentic Chinese …

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Six student associations in Groningen that internationals can join

The purpose of student associations is to make its members meet, create unforgettable memories and establish friendships. So which big …

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SOS Groningen provides short term solution to housing crisis in Groningen

It seemed almost unavoidable: another housing crisis in Groningen at the beginning of a college year. Some students organizations try …

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What do new international students expect of Groningen?

Summer 2021, thousands of students pack their clothes, buy flight and train tickets and say goodbye to their loved ones. …

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Desperately looking for a room in Groningen

Each year thousands of students are looking for a room in Groningen. Some find it at the first try, but …

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Test: what is the best frozen pizza in The Netherlands?

Everyone craves some tasty, cheesy and crunchy pizza from time to time, but as a student you don’t always have …

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A disastrous first date in Groningen (with a very happy ending)

A first date where you end up with the twin brother of your date is already quite crazy. But imagine …

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Studying in Groningen: a step-by-step guide on what to do before arrival

So you’re thinking about studying in Groningen and wondering where to start? Here’s a list of all the necessary steps …

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How do international Hanze students combine a student job with studying?

Working and studying at the same time can be demanding and requires good planning skills, but it can be a …

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Hanze versus UG: students compare the two universities of Groningen

Everybody knows: whenever there are two options available, a comparison will be made. Four international students, two from UG and …

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As a fourth-year student, what advice would you give your first-year self?

We asked fourth-year international students, in the hypothetical situation that they could talk with their three-year younger self, which advice …

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How to improve Groningen for international students

Thousands of international students arrive in Groningen each year. Do they feel like they are welcomed with open arms or …