151 search results for “die natalis 2023” in the Student website
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Natalie SchallerFaculteit Governance and Global Affairs
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Natalie EvertsFaculty of Humanities
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Value of science the focus of 448th Dies Natalis
The importance of science communication and cross-boundary collaboration, and the ‘mantra’ of diminishing social cohesion in society: these all came up at Leiden University’s 448th Dies Natalis. A panel discussion including Leiden’s mayor Lenferink, music and two honorary doctorates completed the special…
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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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Princess Beatrix to attend 450th Dies Natalis
Her Royal Highness Princess Beatrix of the Netherlands will attend the Dies Natalis ceremony at Leiden's Pieterskerk on Friday 7 February to celebrate our 450th anniversary.
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Leiden University celebrates curiosity at 449th Dies Natalis
How has evolution shaped our curiosity? And how does that curiosity ensure that we now have the technological ability to discover whether we are alone in the universe? This was all covered during the celebration of Leiden University’s 449th Dies Natalis.
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Leiden University celebrates Dies Natalis: ‘Ahead of the times for 450 years’
An extra-long cortège, three honorary doctorates, a quiz about 450 years of university history, a Dies Natalis rap and a call to defend academic freedom: these all featured in Leiden University’s 450th Dies Natalis celebration and the official start of its jubilee year.
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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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Climate and elections: these were your top stories from 2023
The year 2023 saw the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, the Wagner Group rebellion and wildfires and floods as all the weather records were smashed. Our most-read stories were about the climate crisis and the elections: here’s the list.
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Royal honour for former Rector Magnificus Carel Stolker
Carel Stolker, former Rector Magnificus and President of the Executive Board of Leiden University, has been made an Officer in the Order of Orange-Nassau for his services to the city and University. Mayor Henri Lenferink awarded the royal honour to Stolker at the University’s Dies Natalis on 8 February…
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These are the nominees for the Leiden Teaching Prize 2023
Paul Gobée (LUMC), Kirsty Rolfe (Humanities) and Frank Takes (Science) have been nominated for the Leiden Teaching Prize 2023.
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Meet the professor: ‘Can my sister be prosecuted for stealing my eraser?’
On the university’s birthday, professors teach a class of 10 and 11-year-olds during Meet the Professor. The professors were bombarded with questions.
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Sustainability Monitor 2023: Leiden University substantially reduces carbon emissions
The Sustainability Monitor 2023 shows that Leiden University is taking its sustainability efforts seriously.
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These were Leiden University’s interdisciplinary milestones of 2023
Connecting worlds, enhancing research and teaching, and providing innovative solutions to complex social issues: that is the idea behind interdisciplinary research. In that respect, a huge amount happened at Leiden University in 2023.
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A real professor in the classroom
It’s starting to become a real Dies Natalis tradition: on 8 February professors from Leiden University teach a class at primary schools in the region. This introduces children to academia and teaches them more about conducting research. ‘Had you expected me to be a woman?’
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‘Universities are changing, but they remain essential to society’
From academic freedom to security and medical breakthroughs: during Leiden University’s 451st Dies Natalis, the speakers reflected on the role of universities in a world of social and geopolitical tensions.
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Three questions about the D&I Symposium 2023
How can inclusive communication make you feel welcome at a university? That is one of the questions that will be discussed at the D&I Symposium 2023 on 19 January. We ask Diversity Officer Aya Ezawa three questions about this symposium.
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What is there to do at Leiden University in 2023? Six events to look forward to
From sponsored runs to festivals and from open days to concerts: Leiden University hosts lots of events each year. We are highlighting six of them for 2023.
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Jan-Jaap OerlemansFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Timo PeetersFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Anna MosnaFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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P.J. VethNonnensteeg 1-3, Leiden
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Peter van WijckFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Jochem JansenFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Marianne LochsFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Aaron BronFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Frederike OberheimFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Justus CandidoFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Jill van de Rijt
Faculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Julie Erber
Faculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Boudewijn De Jonge
Faculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Richard van Elst
Faculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Joeri Loggen
Faculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Linda GevenFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Dinesh Changoer
Faculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Michiel van der WolfFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Arjan BloklandFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Leiden University is travelling to the past and the future for its 450th birthday
Leiden University is celebrating its 450th anniversary in 2025 with a feast for the eyes, ears and spirit. The anniversary year opens with an extra special Dies Natalis on 7 February. Highlights includes an alumni festival, three exhibitions and a canal concert.
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Dorine SchellensFaculty of Humanities
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Honorary doctorates for Belgian virologist Marc van Ranst and German Arabist Beatrice Gründler
Leiden University is awarding an honorary doctorate to virologist Marc van Ranst. Van Ranst has been one of the main advisers of the Belgian government during the Covid pandemic. German Arabist Beatrice Gründler will also receive an honorary doctorate for her work in the field of Oriental Manuscript…
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‘Divisions are there to be bridged’
Annetje Ottow is stepping down as President of Leiden University’s Executive Board on 1 September 2025 after almost five years in the role. She looks back at the highs and lows – and ahead to what’s next.
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Lisa AnsemsFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Mojdeh KobariFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Francesca van RavensteinFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Oliviér Nuyts
Faculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Hester de BoerFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Aidan LyonFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences