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Aug 5, 2019
2 min

Introducing Yuyu

We would like to introduce you our new blogger, Qianyao, for friends Yuyu. She has high expectations of the Master and she is busy learning

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Zhixuan (Emily) Teng

Jul 5, 2019
2 min

Tips to improve your English skills

It can be hard to start your studies in a new language. Make sure you prepare and use tips of students that have experienced the challenges

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Beatriz

Jul 4, 2019
3 min

Introducing: Beatriz

We would like to introduce you to our new student and blogger Beatriz! She knows exactly what are you going through as the start of your stu

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Hannah

Jun 3, 2019
3 min

Introduction week: Worth it?

As the last few weeks of university for this semester are slowly passing by, the new academic year is basically right around the corner. (I

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Sara Maria @ssaraelf

May 23, 2019
3 min

Finding friends after the big move

We as humans are social animals. We have the primal need to have people around us and to have social interactions. Friends are an...

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Rohit Shaw

Apr 27, 2019
2 min

Update - Then and Now

One and a half semesters in, and here I am. I must say, it has been an incredible journey so far; many ups and downs, many new...

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Student blogger

Mar 27, 2019
1 min

Part 3 - Roadtrip

Driving like an Italian - Michele and David share a story of their first adventure outside the city and the near catastrophe that ensued...

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Student blogger

Mar 20, 2019
1 min

Part 2 - Favorite Parts of Town

What to make of the Dutch, their language, and the wonderful city they call home. Michele and David share a few of their favorite places...

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Student blogger

Mar 13, 2019
1 min

Part 1 - Arriving in Amsterdam

Arriving in Amsterdam, first impressions of the dorm room, getting settled. Listen in as Michele Quaranta and David Carson open a three...

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Hannah

Feb 22, 2019
3 min

Update - Then and Now

I did it, I just finished my first semester at university. About six months ago, I had the great opportunity to upload my first article on h

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John Ellis

Jan 15, 2019
3 min

A New Year in Amsterdam

Well, we’re back. The university has once again opened its doors to the hundreds of students eager to learn, or get attendance marks, at...

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Sara Maria @ssaraelf

Jan 9, 2019
2 min

Hours spent on studying

Have you ever wondered how much time do bachelor psychology students spend on the university? What type of classes and other school work...

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David W. Carson

Jan 6, 2019
3 min

Los Pollos Hermanos...

Tasked with the objective of describing life at Uilenstede, one of the many housing options for international students in Amsterdam, I...

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Juan Ignacio

Dec 14, 2018
2 min

Some lesser-known museums

There is a great amount of good museums in Amsterdam, but you can't miss these two from neighboring cities.

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How Englishmen Bond over the Strangest of Things...

John Ellis

Nov 15, 2018
4 min

How Englishmen Bond over the Strangest of Things...

Well, exams are over, and it has given me a chance to look back on the first period spent in Amsterdam.

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Juan Ignacio

Oct 25, 2018
2 min

Amsterdam Dance Event

Exam week can be stressful, so let's dance and forget about our deadlines at the Amsterdam Dance Event!

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Hannah

Oct 22, 2018
3 min

Amazing study spots in Amsterdam

It is exam week at the VU and that means intensive studying and barely leaving the house. Or does it? Today, Hannah is sharing her favourite

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Juan Ignacio

Oct 19, 2018
3 min

3 things that strike me about Amsterdam

Even within Europe you can feel a cultural shock, sometimes in the places where you don't expect it...Let's hear it from Juan which

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Sara Maria @ssaraelf

Oct 16, 2018
3 min

Finally unpacking my suitcases: Sara

Finding a long-term housing can be a struggle in Amsterdam. Most people face this struggle at some point. In this situation persistence and

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John

Oct 11, 2018
3 min

My first impressions of Amsterdam: John

Our newest edition to the bloggers team is John, an exchange student from UK. Let's hear how he decided to come to Amsterdam and bike a

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