Introducing: Beatriz
We would like to introduce you to our new student and blogger Beatriz! She knows exactly what are you going through as the start of your stu
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Hannah
Jun 3, 20193 min read
Introduction week: Worth it?
As the last few weeks of university for this semester are slowly passing by, the new academic year is basically right around the corner. (I
Sara Maria @ssaraelf
May 23, 20193 min read
Finding friends after the big move
We as humans are social animals. We have the primal need to have people around us and to have social interactions. Friends are an...
Rohit Shaw
Apr 27, 20192 min read
Update - Then and Now
One and a half semesters in, and here I am. I must say, it has been an incredible journey so far; many ups and downs, many new...
Student blogger
Mar 27, 20191 min read
Part 3 - Roadtrip
Driving like an Italian - Michele and David share a story of their first adventure outside the city and the near catastrophe that ensued...
Student blogger
Mar 20, 20191 min read
Part 2 - Favorite Parts of Town
What to make of the Dutch, their language, and the wonderful city they call home. Michele and David share a few of their favorite places...
Student blogger
Mar 13, 20191 min read
Part 1 - Arriving in Amsterdam
Arriving in Amsterdam, first impressions of the dorm room, getting settled. Listen in as Michele Quaranta and David Carson open a three...
Hannah
Feb 22, 20193 min read
Update - Then and Now
I did it, I just finished my first semester at university. About six months ago, I had the great opportunity to upload my first article on h
John Ellis
Jan 15, 20193 min read
A New Year in Amsterdam
Well, we’re back. The university has once again opened its doors to the hundreds of students eager to learn, or get attendance marks, at...
Sara Maria @ssaraelf
Jan 9, 20192 min read
Hours spent on studying
Have you ever wondered how much time do bachelor psychology students spend on the university? What type of classes and other school work...
David W. Carson
Jan 6, 20193 min read
Los Pollos Hermanos...
Tasked with the objective of describing life at Uilenstede, one of the many housing options for international students in Amsterdam, I...
Juan Ignacio
Dec 14, 20182 min read
Some lesser-known museums
There is a great amount of good museums in Amsterdam, but you can't miss these two from neighboring cities.
John Ellis
Nov 15, 20184 min read
How Englishmen Bond over the Strangest of Things...
Well, exams are over, and it has given me a chance to look back on the first period spent in Amsterdam.
Juan Ignacio
Oct 25, 20182 min read
Amsterdam Dance Event
Exam week can be stressful, so let's dance and forget about our deadlines at the Amsterdam Dance Event!
Hannah
Oct 22, 20183 min read
Amazing study spots in Amsterdam
It is exam week at the VU and that means intensive studying and barely leaving the house. Or does it? Today, Hannah is sharing her favourite
Juan Ignacio
Oct 19, 20183 min read
3 things that strike me about Amsterdam
Even within Europe you can feel a cultural shock, sometimes in the places where you don't expect it...Let's hear it from Juan which
Sara Maria @ssaraelf
Oct 16, 20183 min read
Finally unpacking my suitcases: Sara
Finding a long-term housing can be a struggle in Amsterdam. Most people face this struggle at some point. In this situation persistence and
John
Oct 11, 20183 min read
My first impressions of Amsterdam: John
Our newest edition to the bloggers team is John, an exchange student from UK. Let's hear how he decided to come to Amsterdam and bike a
David
Oct 2, 20182 min read
My first impressions of Amsterdam: David
Getting lost in Amsterdam with all the canals and similar-looking-streets is easy, but luckely David has a tip how to make sure you always g
Hannah
Sep 27, 20183 min read
My first impressions of Amsterdam: Hannah
Although Hannah has visited Amsterdam many times before now it's the first time she lives here. Read on to see what she thinks about it!
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