Suddenly, you’re expecting a baby… what do you do with your studies?
A baby! Hanze-student Tim became a father, Julia a mother. What do you do with your studies when life suddenly …
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The Voice of Young People in the Earthquake-Affected Region
Robin and Kris live in the earthquake-affected region of Groningen. They are part of the OPGESCHUD team, which advocates for …
Bas Jan helps refugees find their way at Hanze
Judging from some social media, you may easily think there is something seriously wrong with refugees who have gained a …
In Groningen, there are iftars for everyone, including students
In Groningen, Muslims can break their fast in a festive atmosphere in the company of neighbours. Students can also join …
Internationals are allowed to vote, but how do you get them involved?
Three quarters of foreign students are unaware that they are eligible to vote in the local elections on 18 March. …
Hanze students join forces with the new feminist Dolle Mina movement
The Dolle Mina’s (‘Mad Mina’s’) are back. Fighting for women’s rights and against femicide. Hanze students Lena and Deswinta are …
Iran was always on his mind, but now Ali is truly worried
The regime shows no mercy. Ali has not heard from his friends in Iran for some time. Phone calls with …
Hanze students go to prison… to bring art and care together
How does a Jazz student end up in a prison? And why would you find an illustrator among people struggling …
Cooking for Charity: Students Run Restaurant Happietaria
Happietaria is run entirely by students, and its proceeds go to community-building projects in places like Haiti. Ivar went behind …
City councillor Pablo Wants Students to Be Able to Test Their Drugs, Always
That students use drugs is no secret. In Groningen, they can have their pills tested. The same goes for Assen …
The recipe against polarisation: always keep talking
Polarisation is everywhere, but Andrei (chair of the Jewish student association) and his Muslim counterpart Mus’ab want to continue talking. …
Syrian Hanze students just hope for a lasting peace
Last month, the Assad regime fell in Syria. Alongside much joy there is fear for the future. How do Syrian …