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A quick call with Looi van Kessel on the Annie Romein-Verschoor Lecture: ‘International Women’s Day is important for everyone’
Every year, Leiden University hosts the Annie Romein-Verschoor Lecture to mark International Women’s Day. This year, historian Nadia Bouras will speak about academic freedom, class and being a woman in academia. And that is just as relevant to men, says lecturer and organiser Looi van Kessel.
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From chants to a voice: how young workers organised
‘All the groceries, but not a fig for young workers’, read a banner during the occupation of Ahold’s headquarters in 1981. ‘For a long time, young workers were not taken seriously, but they managed to put themselves on the map’, says historian Rosa Kösters.
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Marie Kolbenstetter shares why it is worth running for the Faculty or University Council
As the election period approaches, we asked Marie Kolbenstetter, PhD candidate at the Faculty of Archaeology and current member of the University Council, to reflect on her experiences in both the Faculty Council and the University Council. Her insights offer a candid look at what participation means…
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Leiden Law School receives praise during research evaluation
Every six years, the research conducted at all law schools in the Netherlands is evaluated during a research evaluation. On 6 and 7 October, it was Leiden University’s turn to be evaluated. The aim of this ‘site visit’ is to allow the committee to get an idea of the faculty research climate, the research…
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Mark Rutte presented with book about the human dimension
The human dimension must be brought back to the fore, Prime Minister Mark Rutte said in response to the child benefits scandal. But how? A group of researchers – including Leiden psychologist Sandra van Dijk – have written a book offering practical suggestions. They presented the book to Rutte on 28…
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AI agents, human smuggling and international security: Security Studies students advise professionals
Third-year Security Studies students tackle real-world security challenges for organisations such as Microsoft, the NCTV and Schiphol. From AI and human smuggling to international cooperation, they present their recommendations to professionals in the field.
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POPcorner The Hague turns five: the meeting place for and by students
POPcorner The Hague has become a familiar and trusted space at Leiden University in The Hague. It’s where students meet, find support and work together to build an open and approachable student community.
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From small programme to established field: ‘Science communication is becoming ever more important’
Anne Land has been working at Science Communication & Society — the department that researches and teaches science communication — for fourteen years. What makes her work special? ‘That moment when students suddenly realise: this is exactly what I want to do.’
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Physics alumni with a dream: making MRI scanners available worldwide
Building a high-quality MRI scanner at the lowest possible cost. That was the challenge Thomas O’Reilly and Karina Soemarwoto set themselves. This year, they are selling their self-built MRI scanner to their first ten customers, with many more expected to follow soon. In doing so, they hope to make…
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Jetten at security conference: ‘The new generation should take the lead’
From Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten to American ambassador Joseph Poplo, and from former defence minister Kajsa Ollongren to General Onno Eichelsheim, prominent figures attended the first Next Gen Security Conference in The Hague. ‘The Netherlands and Europe must take more responsibility for their…
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How a small amount of rare earth metal shapes the environmental impact of magnets
Magnets for electric cars and wind turbines contain only a small amount of the rare earth metal dysprosium. Yet, this metal is responsible for a large share of the environmental impact and costs, according to research by environmental scientists Stellina Samuel, Robert Istrate and René Kleijn.
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Second edition of the Nacht van de Digitale Veligheid a success: digital resilience requires collaboration
With a full auditorium at the university's Wijnhaven campus, an extensive programme, inspiring speakers and visitors from a wide range of disciplines, all the ingredients were in place for a successful second edition of the Nacht van de Digitale Veiligheid of Digital Security on 26 May 2026.
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Hoe realistisch is een drone-aanslag in Nederland?
Drones zijn in korte tijd onderdeel geworden van het dagelijks leven. Ze worden gebruikt door hobbyisten, bedrijven, politie en defensie. Tegelijkertijd groeit de zorg dat dezelfde technologie ook kan worden ingezet door kwaadwillenden. Onderzoeker en promovendus Stijn Willem van 't Land zocht dit u…
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LIFF director Ratna Lachmansingh: ‘Writing my thesis was so much fun!’
As a student, Ratna Lachmansingh wrote her thesis on horror films. Now she is the director of Leiden International Film Festival.
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Questions for Andrea Bartolucci about the Minor Safety, Security, and Justice
You’re about to start your minor at Leiden University. Make sure you are well prepared and get your studies off to a good start.
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Questions for Willemijn Aerdts about the Minor Intelligence Studies
You’re about to start your minor at Leiden University. Make sure you are well prepared and get your studies off to a good start.
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An Encroaching Sea: Nature, Sovereignty and Development at the Edge of British India 1860-1950
Hybrid Book Talk | SSEALS
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Transformational leadership: Capacity Building for Equitable and Sustainable Change
Study support
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Summer School Science Communication
Course
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Taking Theology Seriously: Islamic Media and the Revolutionary Struggle for a “New Egypt”
Lecture | LUCIS Keynote
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Toward an AI Attuned to Dissent and Consensus in Historical Events: Evidence from Wikipedia
Lecture
- Effective Public Risk Communication: Raising Awareness without Causing undue Fear
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Colonizing Palestine: the Zionist Left and the making of the Palestinian Nakba
Lecture, Book talk
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Historical pragmatics and letter-writing practices
Conference, Workshop
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Europe’s Historical Legacy of 1989 in the Geopolitical Context
Lecture, Research talk
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Confidential Contact Persons
Study support
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Chasing Events
Booklaunch
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Owl Winter Edition - FSW
Study information
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Digital Roundtable Series: Collaborating with or for Artificial Intelligence? Session 1
Lecture
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Visit the Embassy of The Republic of Yemen in The Hague
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Meet the Employer
Study information, Career preparation
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End of Academic Year Event Archaeology
Social event
- Results of the university elections
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Philosophy of Science for Lawyers
Research
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‘Let’s try not to lose sight of each other’ – Interview with Annetje Ottow
The conflict between Israel and Hamas has had a clear impact on Leiden University. Students and staff are angry or scared, feel unsafe and are experiencing group pressure.
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‘Colourblind parenting is a myth’
We should mention differences in skin colour to our children because only then can we talk openly about prejudice and racism – and how to prevent them. This is what Professor Judi Mesman says in her book ‘Opgroeien in kleur’ (Growing up in Colour), which offers advice to parents. ‘Why is there only…
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FGGA in 2024: This was the year of our faculty
2024 was a remarkable and eventful year for the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs. In this year overview, we look back month by month at the key events and developments.
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In the Making #12: Prediction, Simulation, and the Incalculable Model
Arts and culture
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Stephen Ellis Debate on the role of African philosophy in peace and security
Debate
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Hybrid workshop: Narrating Highland Heritages of Bhutan
Lecture, Hybrid workshop
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Career College: Working at an NGO
Career and apply for jobs
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Panel discussion: Green Colonialism
Debate
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Interview Tom Theuns in IQ Magazine: “NATO Resembles a House of Cards”
The rise of authoritarianism, the strengthening of the radical right, and the role of the EU in defending democracy—these are just a few of the issues causing concern today. Is the EU capable of defending democratic values within the Union and beyond its borders? In an interview from the Lithuanian…
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Leiden University Nationalism Network
Conference, Leiden University Nationalism Network
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CareerCollege Working in Research
Career and apply for jobs
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Linguistic Anthropology in Europe: Past, Present, and Futures
Conference
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In the Making #13: Exploring the Multidimensional Nature of Radio
Arts and culture
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Public Ethics Talk: The Right to Explanation under Conditions of Epistemic Injustice
Lecture
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The City on a Lake: Particular Environments and Global Paradigms in the Making of Mexico City
Lecture
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Alumni Career Event Methodology and Statistics Psychology
Alumni event