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International Studies students receive their diploma
On 1 September 2023, 280 students received their Bachelor Diploma of International Studies. The students were awarded their diplomas in the historic Pieterskerk in Leiden: the UNESCO world heritage site, where the university was originally founded in 1575. A large audience of about 700 people consisting of friends, family, and staff members gathered to celebrate the graduates’ achievements in a joyful atmosphere.
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21st century skills: Tutors in the Wild, Salman Tahir
In the 21st century skills articles we highlight tutors’ international and intercultural experiences. Leiden University strives to enable students to develop so called "21st century skills" which are defined as "the ability to work in teams, international and intercultural skills, entrepreneurship, leadership qualities and digital competences" Most of the tutors have acquired these skills during their studies, fieldwork for their masters or PhD and are happy to share their impressions and experiences. For this article we talked to Salman Tahir. He shares his intercultural experiences at the Hansen Summer Institute on Leadership and International Cooperation
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Filling in the NSE. Does it make a difference?
Each year a lot of effort is being put into getting you to fill out the National Student Survey (NSE). In the past you were offered apples, biscuits and this year it includes a donation to charity and if you are lucky a coffee card. You may wonder why that is.
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Start your career during your studies
Curious about what you want to do after graduation?
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Vacancy: Student Ambassador International Studies
Are you excited about International Studies and would you like to share your knowledge and experiences with prospective students? Would you like to participate in Open Days and other events? If so, you might have what it takes to be a student ambassador for the BA programme International Studies in The Hague!
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Alumnus Chris Colijn on his traineeship at a think tank, his master’s degree and advice for other graduates
What does life look like after International Studies? For Chris Colijn who graduated in 2018, it involves working on his Master’s in Russian and Eurasian Studies, in combination with a bustling traineeship for “Raam of Rusland”, a think tank, focusing on Russian and Ukrainian politics, economy and culture. How does he do it? In this interview, he elaborates.
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Word from the Chair: empathy
Despite the persistent worrisome signals coming from Ukraine, it recently emerged that back room talks are taking place between Russia and the United States. There is reason for hope. While the policy trope ‘we do not talk to war criminals or terrorists’ is understandable, conflicts attain resolution at the negotiating table.
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Vacancy: Student Assistant BAIS Instagram Account and Community Building (apply before 18 June)
Are you a social media whiz with a passion for building communities? We’re looking for a student assistant in social media and community building to manage the International Studies Instagram account and help us build a strong community of students and staff!
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Research skills
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Vacancy: Would you like to become a Student Ambassador?
Are you excited about International Studies and would you like to share your knowledge and experiences with prospective students? Would you like to participate in Open Days and other events? If so, you might have what it takes to be a student ambassador for the BA programme International Studies in The Hague. Apply before May 3, 2018.