819 search results for “history of south africa” in the Student website
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Helen WestgeestFaculty of Humanities
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Morena SkalameraFaculty of Humanities
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Robert ZwijnenbergFaculty of Humanities
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Frederic LensFaculty of Science
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Laura BertensFaculty of Humanities
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Onur AdaFaculty of Humanities
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Klaas VrielingFaculty of Science
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Nargess AsghariFaculty of Humanities
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Angus MolFaculty of Humanities
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Ruben van UdenFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Peter KlinkhamerFaculty of Science
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First photo of black hole at the heart of our Galaxy
Finally we know for sure that there is a black hole at the centre of our own galaxy. Today, astronomers unveiled the first ever photo of Sagittarius A*, a super-massive object at the centre of the Milky Way. This picture could only be taken thanks to the cooperation of telescopes worldwide.
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Vidi grants for eight researchers from Leiden University
Eight scientists from Leiden University have been awarded a grant by the Dutch Research Council (NWO). With this Vidi funding, the researchers can set up an innovative line of research and further expand their own research group over the next five years.
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Snow, a mini-cortège and a new rector: a special Dies Natalis
No procession of professors, just a handful of people in the church and snowdrifts outside Leiden’s Pieterskerk: 8 February 2021 was no ordinary Dies Natalis. Carel Stolker transferred the rectorate to Hester Bijl, and Annetje Ottow became the new President of the Executive Board. With an honorary doctorate…
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Occupation makes for eventful Cleveringa Lecture: ‘Protect free spaces for debate’
Despite an eventful afternoon – with Students for Palestine occupying the Academy Building – political scientist Hélène Landemore gave her Cleveringa Lecture as planned on 26 November. She reflected on the protest and the importance of open debate, within the university and within a democracy.
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Major Leiden symposium on TB bacteria
More than 1.3 million people worldwide die of tuberculosis (TB) each year, making research on its prevention and control essential. Researchers from various disciplines in Leiden are studying TB. A symposium on 24 March will highlight different activities in the hope of boosting nationwide collabora…
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Interdisciplinary symposium on restitution policies seeks more diverse perspectives
Taking responsibility concerning colonial heritage and restitution is a pressing issue for countries and museums worldwide. On 23 and 24 May, a Leiden University interdisciplinary symposium will explore new perspectives as a basis for policies. Organising professors Carsten Stahn and Pieter ter Keurs…
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Online event - Working in the Netherlands for non-EU
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Ksenia FedorovaFaculty of Humanities
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Masoud KianiFaculty of Humanities
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Sarah WolffFaculty of Humanities
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Aris PolitopoulosFaculty of Archaeology
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Eelco van der MaatFaculty of Humanities
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Susanna de BeerFaculty of Humanities
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Krista A. MilneFaculty of Humanities
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Anne GerritsenFaculty of Humanities
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Jacqueline VelFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Elena PaskalevaFaculty of Humanities
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Gerlov van EngelenhovenFaculty of Humanities
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Mensenrechten overal anders geïnterpreteerd. Hoe kan dat?
Hoe kan het dat universele mensenrechten wereldwijd niet hetzelfde in de praktijk worden gebracht?
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Critical thinking? Or rather generous thinking?
‘Critical thinking’ is an expression all academics have heard of: it’s the first learning objective in the Leiden Vision on Teaching and Learning. It’s both a historical topic with roots that reach back a long way and a topical problem too. The question on everyone’s lips is whether critical thinking…
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Una Europa's One Health Summer School: 'interactive and very engaging'
Sam Hundersmark is taking a Master's in Population Health Management at Leiden University. Because Leiden University is part of the Una Europa alliance, Sam was able to join the 2023 edition of Una Europa’s One Health Summer School.
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Stephen HarrisFaculty of Humanities
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Innovating and connecting
447th Dies Natalis
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Governance and Democracy in Nigeria: Challenges and Prospects
Lecture, Studium Generale
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Ñii Ñu’u - Sacred Skin
We would like to cordially invite you to CIAS Event: the screening of the movie Ñii Ñu’u - Sacred Skin (synopsis below). After the movie there will be time for a Q&A Session with film maker Omar Aguilar Sánchez. Everyone is welcome!
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Student associations
Leiden University is well known for its student associations, which provide a great way for you to get to know your fellow students. As well as parties and social events, student associations also offer excellent sporting and cultural opportunities.
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Why Nixon Went, and Trump Stuck Around
As the 2024 elections in the United States draw near, the political landscape is once again charged with intense debate and scrutiny. In this context, Studium Generale has invited Dr. Andrew Gawthorpe, University Lecturer in American history and foreign policy at the Institute for History, Leiden…
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Dies Natalis all about innovating and connecting
‘We could share our knowledge more with others and apply it more widely,’ said Annetje Ottow, President of the Executive Board, while presenting the new Strategic Plan on the University’s 447th Dies Natalis. The new Strategic Plan therefore focuses on innovating and connecting, among disciplines and…
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Liveblog: Leiden University strikes against government cuts
Staff from Leiden University are starting the Dutch universities’ staggered strike against the government cuts on 10 March. Follow the strike in this liveblog.
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Plastic's Legacy: From Single-Use to Sustainable Solutions
Lecture, Studium Generale
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What the Leiden Teaching Prize has meant for three past winners
You win the Leiden Teaching Prize and suddenly all eyes are on you. Three past recipients reflect on how this student-awarded prize has changed how they work and improved their teaching – and how they chose to spend the money.
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Vici grants for seven researchers from Leiden University
From research on stellar winds to sign language: an impressive seven researchers from Leiden University will receive a prestigious Vici grant from the Dutch Research Council (NWO).
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App helps students study better
Cramming from a book, making notes or learning summaries. In the past these were about the only ways to memorise your course material. But that has long since changed. Multimedia is the code word. But is it effective?
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Constant HijzenFaculty of Governance and Global Affairs