3,190 search results for “leiden” in the Student website
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From healthy eating to the art of failing: join in the Student Wellbeing Weeks
It’s good to know you’re not alone in these strange times. That’s why Leiden University is organising the Student Wellbeing Weeks from 18 January to 14 February 2021. In these weeks we’ll help you with workshops, lectures and activities to keep you mentally and physically fit.
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A village on campus: De Kattekop nursery run by psychologist Ellen Buschman
Parents from all corners of the university bring their children to De Kattekop, the university’s day nursery. How does manager Ellen Buschman use her psychology degree in her work?
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A Crisis Forgotten: Sudan
Since April 2023 the current war in Sudan has brought larger death, destruction, and displacement than any other ongoing armed conflict on earth. And yet, international media coverage of the conflict remains limited.
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Public pen test of classroom scanners in Lipsius
On Monday 28 March a ‘pen test’ will be carried out to check the security of the classroom scanners. These people counters in University buildings were temporarily switched off in December after there was growing disquiet about privacy aspects of the devices. The pen test will be carried out in the…
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Plastic in cigarette filters: why smoking is bad for the environment too
We all know smoking is bad for our health. But we might not have known that the cigarette filters that litter our streets also impact the environment. Esther Kentin is a lecturer at Leiden Law School. She is raising awareness of the University’s cigarette butt problem.
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‘Scientists should be careful when interpreting results of AI models’
Anthropologist Rodrigo Ochigame studies how AI is changing the practice of scientific research. From astrophysics to mathematics to climate science, they find that the adoption of new AI models is raising questions about what counts as reliable scientific evidence.
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50 jaar MRI: Hoe het LUMC dit betaalbaar maakt
50 years ago Lauterbur published the basic principle of MRI. Sine then MRI has become more expensive. Professor Andrew Webb describes what is needed to make MRI available for everybody.
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Find a mentor via the revamped Mentor Network site
What is the right master’s if I want to work in a particular profession? Can I come and have a look at your company or do an internship there? As a student, you are sure to have questions about the job market and professional practice. You can use the Mentor Network to look specifically for an alumnus…
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Update Executive Board: Current status of the government cuts
The Schoof cabinet has presented its budget. As expected, higher education is facing severe cuts. In the coming period, the Executive Board will regularly look at the consequences of what it deems an irresponsible policy.
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Update from the Executive Board on the announced budget cuts
The Schoof cabinet has presented its budget. As expected, higher education is facing severe cuts. In the coming period, the Executive Board will regularly look at the consequences of what it deems an irresponsible policy.
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Digital education: what’s working well and what can we improve?
Nearly a year since the abrupt switchover to mostly online learning, the Digital Education seminar gave teaching staff the opportunity to review their experiences. What can stay in 2021 and what must go? Frequently voiced opinions: yes please to digital tools that make lectures more interactive; yes…
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Art project has students and lecturers reflecting on pressure to succeed
What does it mean to be the ‘perfect student’? This is the focus of the Perspectify exhibition, which was opened on 16 November by President of the Executive Board Annetje Ottow.
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Zoom available for teaching from 22 January on
From 22 January on, the video conferencing app Zoom will be available for students and teachers at Leiden University. The University is responding to calls by staff and students, and has now acquired the programme.
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Suicide prevention professor: ‘Talking saves lives’
Despite an increase in prevention efforts, suicide rate in the Netherlands has not dropped. More information and above all targeted action could save more lives.
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Students work on a cold case: ‘We look in a different way than the police’
Sixteen master’s students from a variety of disciplines are helping The Hague Police to find new clues in a cold case.
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The Nuance Project: Respectful dialogue about sensitive topics give students hope
Students from Leiden University have launched The Nuance Project, a platform for respectful, open-minded dialogue on divisive issues. The aim is to foster connection and understanding among people even if their viewpoints differ.
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Join the discussion on the university's future direction
What should our education and research look like in 2027? How can we make the university more sustainable and achieve greater impact? The new Strategic Plan will set the direction for the coming years, and the Executive Board wants students and staff to provide as much input as possible. Would you like…
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New Year’s speech 2023 & Meijers Medal
On Tuesday 10 January, the Meijers Lecture was held followed by the New Year’s reception in the restaurant of the Kamerlingh Onnes Gebouw. Dean Joanne van der Leun opened the reception with a New Year’s speech. The following is a short overview of the event.
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Psychologists at Lowlands Science: can virtual reality trigger a psychedelic experience?
Fantastic plants, dizzying patterns and pulsating sounds: researchers from Leiden are going to study the effects of a simulated psychedelic trip on the mind and body at Lowlands Festival. Why might this be interesting for therapies?
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The Gulag Legacy - Memory of Stalinism in Today's Russia
Lecture
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HI The Hague Student Area
Festival
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Plastic's Legacy: From Single-Use to Sustainable Solutions
Lecture, Studium Generale
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A political attack on academic freedom in the US
Symposium
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Neutrino: Documentary & Q&A with the directors
Studium Generale
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Meeting about Giftedness
Meet & greet
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Health and safety information session for students going abroad (The Hague) - 4 June 2025
Voorlichtingsbijeenkomst
- GTGC Lunch Seminars Fall 2024
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Workshop CV and Cover letter
Career and apply for jobs
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Health and safety information session for students going abroad (The Hague) - 12 February 2025
Information session
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White Balls on Walls
Filmvertoning
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Health and safety information session for students going abroad (The Hague) - 5 June 2024
Information session
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Health and safety information session for students going abroad (The Hague)
Information session
- Information session: procedure and guidelines for the organization of events
- Una Europa: European Day of Languages
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Politieke Vervalsingen en Complottheorieën in Nederland - Toen en Nu
Lecture
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Workshop CV & Cover letter
Career and apply for jobs
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Results of the university elections
Elections
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Health and safety information session for students going abroad (The Hague) - 4 October 2023
Information session
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Health and safety information session for students going abroad (The Hague) - 2 April 2025
Information session
- Well-Being moment: workshop laughing yoga
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How to Disappoint your Parents
Career and apply for jobs
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Health and safety information session for students going abroad (The Hague) - 6 December 2023
Information session
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Health and safety information session for students going abroad (The Hague)
Information session
- Annual meeting for programme committees 2023
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Health and safety information session for students going abroad (The Hague) - 11 December 2024
Information session
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Health and safety information session for students going abroad (The Hague) - 7 February 2024
Information session
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Health and safety information session for students going abroad (online)
Study information
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DATE CHANGE: Health and safety information session for students going abroad (online). Now on 3 July - was previously scheduled for 26 June
Study information
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Workshop Academic Writing (basic skills)
Study support
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Visit Eurojust
Career and apply for jobs