450 news items found
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‘Una Europa, highly valuable for students and support staff’ 21 May 2025
It is not widely known that Una Europa is not only intended for academic staff. Our university is actively involved in Una Europa: an alliance of 11 l...
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Annetje Ottow to step down as President of Leiden University’s Executive Board from 1 September 21 May 2025
After nearly five years as President of the Executive Board, Annetje Ottow will be stepping down from the role as of 1 September. During her time as P...
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Becoming and belonging? ‘Immigration procedures are less about identity and more about transaction’ 20 May 2025
What does it feel like to become a citizen in a new country? For her PhD research, Hannah Bliersbach immersed herself in the world of immigration. She...
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Sneak preview: from department store to university building 20 May 2025
Just a stone’s throw from Binnenhof, the heart of Dutch politics, Spui Campus will open its doors in early 2026. This involves a dramatic transformati...
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Student Support Team offers listening ear and advice after upsetting incidents 19 May 2025
From a disruptive campus occupation to a fellow student falling ill during a lecture – an incident at university can leave a lasting impression. The n...
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What to expect from the NATO Summit in The Hague 19 May 2025
With strained US relations and war in Ukraine, difficult discussions lie ahead at the NATO summit in The Hague this June. What’s at stake, and what mi...
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Enchanting artwork with a message: ‘Cinquecento Medusae’ at KOG 19 May 2025
Since 24 March, the Kamerlingh Onnes Building of the Faculty of Law has been full of hundreds of colourful jellyfish. But behind that enchanting sight...
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Exploring educational experiments: pass/fail and ‘unessays’ at Honours College Law 16 May 2025
How to innovate education? In this series, the Honours Academy highlights examples from their educational testing ground that aim to inspire. Today: t...
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Results of the 2025 university elections announced 16 May 2025
The results of the 2025 university elections are in. Who will represent us in the participation organs?
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University to host meetings for our community following Wijnhaven occupation 16 May 2025
The demonstration at and occupation of our Wijnhaven building on 6 May had a deep impact on our community, including the Executive Board. The universi...
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Podcast series: Dive into the world of cybersecurity & cybercrime 14 May 2025
Curious about the world behind digital attacks, online fraud, and cybercriminals? To mark the launch of the Dutch-taught bachelor's programme in Cyber...
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Running Leiden Marathon in a 450th-anniversary t-shirt 13 May 2025
Nearly 19,000 runners lined up at the start of Leiden Marathon on Sunday, among them students and staff from the university. For some this was their f...
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Political turmoil in Turkey: is there a future for democracy? 13 May 2025
Turkish politics was shaken by the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, along with dozens of others from the main opposition party. In light of th...
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FGGA students share their experiences: ‘The highlight of past year? New friendships and cultural exchanges.’ 08 May 2025
The academic year is drawing to a close, and summer is on the horizon. FGGA students are working hard to wrap everything up. We asked some of them to ...
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Volunteer for Peace and Justice! 08 May 2025
Are you passionate about peace, justice, and democracy, and keen to get involved in The Hague’s vibrant international community? This is your chance! ...