Archive

Strongman Republic: U.S. Politics and the Origins of the Modern Presidency by dr. Maarten Zwiers

The United States of America was born as a republic wary of strong centralized government. At this moment, however, almost 250 years after its founding, one person seems to have ... Read moreStrongman Republic: U.S. Politics and the Origins of the Modern Presidency by dr. Maarten Zwiers

Protests in Iran by dr. Pooyan Tamimi Arab

The protests in Iran continue and keep changing the way of thinking of many Iranians. Researchers around the world analyzing the situation in Iran want to get an insight into ... Read moreProtests in Iran by dr. Pooyan Tamimi Arab

Macro-trends in Humanitarian Assistance by Eero Janson

Macro-trends in Humanitarian Assistance – largest trends in the humanitarian sector under the scope. Eero Janson Just a year ago the Estonian Refugee Council was the first, and is still ... Read moreMacro-trends in Humanitarian Assistance by Eero Janson

Pubquiz University Museum

Are you a real mastermind? Join the Big Groninger Science Pubquiz at the University Museum Groningen on Thursday the 12th at 19:30-22:30. The location is Universiteitsmuseum Groningen, Oude Kijk in ... Read morePubquiz University Museum

The Future of the Transatlantic Defence Industry by Adam Meszaros

The Future of Transatlantic Defence Industry at a Time of Great Power Competition Adam Meszaros The Ukraine conflict has reignited the sobering idea of great power competition to the forefront ... Read moreThe Future of the Transatlantic Defence Industry by Adam Meszaros

CANCELLED: Ambassador of Hungary to the Netherlands (25-09)

Unfortunately, we will have to cancel the lecture of the Ambassador of Hungary to the Netherlands.  

Lecture Our Rule of Law

Our Rule of Law (ORoL) is a student-led project co-created by Elene Amiranashvili, Tekla Emborg, Zuzanna Uba and Anna Walczak with the mentorship of Professor John Morijn. They initiated the ... Read moreLecture Our Rule of Law

“Sexual and gender minority youth’s health: disparities, mechanisms, and protective factors” by dr. Wouter Kiekens

Sexual and gender minority adolescents are often found to report poorer mental health than their heterosexual, cisgender peers. They often also report higher rates of substance use, such as alcohol, ... Read more“Sexual and gender minority youth’s health: disparities, mechanisms, and protective factors” by dr. Wouter Kiekens

“Tourism and Drug Cartel Clashes in Mexico” by Karol Suárez

In recent years, Mexico’s security landscape has been marked by a series of often violent clashes between drug cartels, presenting a challenging environment for both locals and travelers. The security ... Read more“Tourism and Drug Cartel Clashes in Mexico” by Karol Suárez

“The Arts of Campaigning: Building A Just And Sustainable Future” by Noga Levy-Rapoport

Fighting the climate crisis is about mobilising as many people as possible to stand up for their future. This requires broad and inclusive social movements. For long young people have ... Read more“The Arts of Campaigning: Building A Just And Sustainable Future” by Noga Levy-Rapoport

“Lobbying in the European Parliament” by Peter Teffer

note: Location is Doopsgezinde Kerk. It is no secret that lobbying has become an integral part of the political landscape, and the European Parliament represents a key arena where interest ... Read more“Lobbying in the European Parliament” by Peter Teffer

SIB Meetup

Beach Rave Party – Let’s KEI Together

Join us for an unforgettable Beach Rave Night! Grab your friends and your brightest neon outfits and party with us!  Ever wondered what SIB is like? Tonight we will give ... Read moreBeach Rave Party – Let’s KEI Together

Games Night

80’s Party

During the KEI Pubcrawl, visit SIB’s 80’s-themed party

Bob Ross Painting Workshops

We have two rounds of workshops where you can make your very own Bob Ross-style painting. Visit us from 13:00-15:30 or 15:30-18:00!

Space Party

Pubquiz

Open house

Throughout KEI-week, you can find us at Mesacosa for a drink, a game or a chat. We’re looking forward to meeting you there!

Lecture on Social Safety by Dr. Kathryn Roberts

Social safety is an indispensable part of good science and education. In practice, the structure may often fail bringing major consequences and be damaging for all parties involved. Numerous studies ... Read moreLecture on Social Safety by Dr. Kathryn Roberts

Lecture on Uyghur Repression by Nathaniel from the Uyghur Insitute of Europe

Approximately 11 million Uyghurs – a mostly Muslim, Turkic-speaking ethnic group – live in the northwestern region of Xinjiang in China, also named East Turkestan by Uyghurs, a region with ... Read moreLecture on Uyghur Repression by Nathaniel from the Uyghur Insitute of Europe

Lecture “Jerusalem: The holy city?” by Julia Tebbe and Sai Englert

Sai Englert is a lecturer at Leiden University, and the author of Settler Colonialism – an Introduction. He works on settler colonialism, Zionism, labour movements, and antisemitism. He is a ... Read moreLecture “Jerusalem: The holy city?” by Julia Tebbe and Sai Englert

‘Lecture on UN Diplomacy’ By Martijn Dadema

Martijn Dadema became the mayor of Raalte, a municipality counting roughly 40.000 inhabitants in the east of the Netherlands, in 2014. For his work as mayor, he has been nominated ... Read more‘Lecture on UN Diplomacy’ By Martijn Dadema

“Moldova at a Crossroads” College Tour with former prime minister of Moldova Natalia Gavrilița, interviewed by Franka Hummels

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has placed heavy burdens on the Ukrainian people, as well as on her neighbouring countries. Among these, few have been as affected as Moldova. Landlocked ... Read more“Moldova at a Crossroads” College Tour with former prime minister of Moldova Natalia Gavrilița, interviewed by Franka Hummels

Chat GPT and Modern AI

Dispuut QUE has organised an interesting lecture for you about none other than Chat GPT and the use of modern AI. The lecture will be held by Professor Dr. Lambert ... Read moreChat GPT and Modern AI

“Wender: Sheltering women and vulnerable groups in Groningen” by Marcel Petrusma

Marcel Petrusma is advisor strategy and development at Wender. Wender is an organisation whose mission it is to help young people, elderly, women, men and families who are dealing with ... Read more“Wender: Sheltering women and vulnerable groups in Groningen” by Marcel Petrusma

Documentary night + panel discussion on Wildlife Trafficking

Join us on the 20th of April for the first European screening of the critically acclaimed documentary Wild Daze and an exciting panel discussion on Wildlife Trafficking. We will explore ... Read moreDocumentary night + panel discussion on Wildlife Trafficking

Lecture “(Dis)United States and Donald Trump: The American political sphere” by Martin Řezníček

Martin Řezníček is a presenter and professional international correspondent from the Czech Republic. He studied mass communication and international studies at Charles University in Prague. In more than 20 years ... Read moreLecture “(Dis)United States and Donald Trump: The American political sphere” by Martin Řezníček

“Human Rights in The Gambia” by Madi Jobarteh

Madi Jobarteh is a human rights defender from the Gambia. The Gambia is a small country surrounded by Senegal in West Africa, with a population of 2.5 million people. After ... Read more“Human Rights in The Gambia” by Madi Jobarteh

Lecture “Is Israel an Apartheid State? Discussing the Narrative and Analyzing Amnesty’s Report” by Itai Reuveni

What is apartheid? Is there apartheid in Israel? How did Amnesty approach the Israeli-Palestinian context? On Monday, March 27th (8-10 pm), Israeli research institute NGO Monitor will explore these questions ... Read moreLecture “Is Israel an Apartheid State? Discussing the Narrative and Analyzing Amnesty’s Report” by Itai Reuveni

St Patrick’s Day Lecture by Stephen Eustace

Join SIB and the HCSA for our St. Patrick’s Day Event on March 16th! We will start the evening with a lecture about Irish culture by Stephen Eustace, vice chair ... Read moreSt Patrick’s Day Lecture by Stephen Eustace

Debate night by the Activities Committee

The Activity Committee organizes an interactive debate where everyone will have the chance to participate in a discussion based on several statements: Customers should choose local, ethical but more expensive ... Read moreDebate night by the Activities Committee

“Ukraine: World’s Testing Ground for Military Robots” by Wim Zwijnenburg and Dr. Kristian Gustafson

Wim Zwijnenburg is a Humanitarian Disarmament Project Leader,  holding a Masters in International Development Studies from the Radboud University Nijmegen and having received a Philosophy scholarship from the Thomas More ... Read more“Ukraine: World’s Testing Ground for Military Robots” by Wim Zwijnenburg and Dr. Kristian Gustafson

“Member of parliament and a student” by Julian Bushoff

Julian Bushoff was born and raised in and around Groningen. At the age of 21 he was chosen to the Groningen Municipality council for the Labour Party (PVDA). Some months ... Read more“Member of parliament and a student” by Julian Bushoff

“Ukrainian-Russian war through the lens of a journalist: memories from Kharkiv” by Darja Stomatova

Darja Stomatová is a Czech journalist, working for CNN Prima News since 2020 as a foreign news reporter. She was born in Almaty, Kazakhstan, and at the age of 5 ... Read more“Ukrainian-Russian war through the lens of a journalist: memories from Kharkiv” by Darja Stomatova

Lecture on the Development of Board Games by drs. Arjan van Houwelingen

Mancala, the SIB’s one and only Board Games Dispuut, presents the Board Games Lecture! For this lecture, we’ll be visited by drs. Arjan van Houwelingen, who is intimately familiar with ... Read moreLecture on the Development of Board Games by drs. Arjan van Houwelingen

“We Need a New Humanitarianism” by Mukesh Kapila

Human desperation and vulnerability are increasing everywhere. Meanwhile, humanitarian aid has become big business and humanitarian agencies have mushroomed. However, trust in humanitarians has plummeted. So, what is going wrong in the global kindness ... Read more“We Need a New Humanitarianism” by Mukesh Kapila

“The Future of Energy in Europe”

The war in Ukraine made ‘energy’ an important topic of political discussion throughout Europe. While more and more people suffer from energy poverty, the transition to sustainable energy is in ... Read more“The Future of Energy in Europe”

“Tweeting about Daesh; What opponents and proponents of IS say on Twitter” by Matteo Colombo

The Islamic State gained international attention when in June 2014 it proclaimed a Caliphate in cities it captured in Iraq and Syria. After initial military success, IS gradually started to ... Read more“Tweeting about Daesh; What opponents and proponents of IS say on Twitter” by Matteo Colombo

“Five years and counting – revisiting the state of Rohingya crisis” by Palash Kamruzzaman

It is now over five years since the latest episode of state-led violence forcibly displaced hundreds of thousands of Rohingyas in 2017.  Bangladesh currently shelters nearly one million Rohingyas in ... Read more“Five years and counting – revisiting the state of Rohingya crisis” by Palash Kamruzzaman

“Yesterday’s war – memories of a correspondent in the Middle East” by Jan Keulen

As a journalist and correspondent, Jan Keulen has extensive experience in the Middle East. He was in Beirut during the Lebanese civil war, and has worked as a reporter in ... Read more“Yesterday’s war – memories of a correspondent in the Middle East” by Jan Keulen

“The geopolitics of the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan” by Dr. Agha Bayramov and Dr. Mustafa Ali Sezal

Armenia and Azerbaijan have been clashing about the Nagoro-Karabakh region since 1988, when both states were getting ready to leave the Soviet Union. Since the initial 6-year war, border clashes ... Read more“The geopolitics of the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan” by Dr. Agha Bayramov and Dr. Mustafa Ali Sezal

“Space law 101” by Deepika Jeyakodi

Deepika Jeyakodi works as a space lawyer and is a member of the International Institute of Space Law (IISL). Space lawyers concern themselves with a combination of international, public and ... Read more“Space law 101” by Deepika Jeyakodi

“The moral dilemmas in medicine” by Dr Anika Nagelkerke

Animal testing is a vital part of drug design in today’s medicine, but it raises many ethical questions and isn’t even representative of the human body. Dr. Anika Nagelkerke from ... Read more“The moral dilemmas in medicine” by Dr Anika Nagelkerke

“The Dark Side of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar” by Dr. Sandra Meeuwsen

Sports can play a surprisingly important political role. The soccer World Cup Championship of 2022 has been doused by controversies due to Qatar’s questionable human rights record regarding, amongst others, ... Read more“The Dark Side of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar” by Dr. Sandra Meeuwsen

“Artificial Intelligence” by prof. dr. Niels Taatgen

In this lecture, prof. dr. Niels Taatgen will first give an introductionary lecture to Artificial Intelligence. Afterwards, he will talk about Neuromorphic Computing, which is the designing of a computer ... Read more“Artificial Intelligence” by prof. dr. Niels Taatgen

“The War in Ukraine: the Crucible for a Geopolitical Europe” by Teun Janssen

During this interactive lecture, we’re going to look at the impact the war in Ukraine has had on the EU as a foreign and security actor. ”Strategic Autonomy” has been ... Read more“The War in Ukraine: the Crucible for a Geopolitical Europe” by Teun Janssen

“On Arctic Security and Cooperation after Russia’s Attack on Ukraine” by Dr. Christoph Humrich

The Artic region is of high geopolitical importance. Though no country owns the North Pole, multiple countries border the Arctic region and as such have interests there. Moreover, indigenous populations ... Read more“On Arctic Security and Cooperation after Russia’s Attack on Ukraine” by Dr. Christoph Humrich

“Japan’s security choices in a changing East Asia” by Mitsuru Myochin, Vice Ambassador of Japan

In this lecture the Vice-Ambassador of Japan, Mitsuru Myochin, will discuss  the Japanese perspective  on security issues in East Asia and how current developments, such as  for example the war ... Read more“Japan’s security choices in a changing East Asia” by Mitsuru Myochin, Vice Ambassador of Japan

“Protesting State Crimes in Nicaragua” by Dr Julienne Weegels

In 2018 many Nicaraguans protested against the social security reforms decreed by President Daniel Ortega that increased taxes and decreased benefits. A brutal crackdown by the National Police and heavily ... Read more“Protesting State Crimes in Nicaragua” by Dr Julienne Weegels

“EU-Russian Relations: A View from Estonia” a lecture by Marina Kaljurand

The Baltic country Estonia is familiar with Russian hostility and has strongly committed to the support of Ukraine; in spite of the developing energy and inflation crises, it has donated ... Read more“EU-Russian Relations: A View from Estonia” a lecture by Marina Kaljurand

Introduction Day 2: City Tour, Crazy 88 and Pizza Picnic

Our second introduction day will take place on Thursday the 25th of August. We will meet outside Club Kiwi on Peperstraat 19 at 16:00. The event will focus on exploring ... Read moreIntroduction Day 2: City Tour, Crazy 88 and Pizza Picnic

Introduction Day 1: Pubquiz, Dinner and Pubcrawl

On Tuesday the 23rd of August, we will have our first Introduction Day! From 17:00 until 22:00 we’ll have some introductory games, a dinner as well as a pub quiz! ... Read moreIntroduction Day 1: Pubquiz, Dinner and Pubcrawl

KEI-week: The Rave Cave

Come join us on Thursday night for The Rave Cave! After some years of corona it is time to come together and party. Our location will be decorated to make ... Read moreKEI-week: The Rave Cave

KEI-week: Blacklight Party

During the pub crawl of KEI you can come to the SIB for a blacklight party! Dance the night away to our favourite hits with some glow in the dark ... Read moreKEI-week: Blacklight Party

KEI-week: White Lies Party

After the KEI parade, the SIB will have a White Lies (also known as Emotional Damage) Party! You’ve probably been there at some point in your life: you don’t want ... Read moreKEI-week: White Lies Party

KEI-week: Beach Party!

Summer days drifting away to – oh, oh the summer nights. On Monday the 15th of August, the KEI week starts again! To celebrate, the SIB will start off with ... Read moreKEI-week: Beach Party!

Discussion Evening: “Identity Politics, Populism, and the Rise of Illiberal Democracies”

On 16th June, the Centre for Religion, Conflict and Globalization, the Institute for Indian Studies (Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies) together with University College Groningen, and SIB-Groningen will be ... Read moreDiscussion Evening: “Identity Politics, Populism, and the Rise of Illiberal Democracies”

“The End of Comfort? Facing climate change and energy security” Symposium with Jakub Wiech and Malte Renz

The last few years, and especially the last few months, have unequivocally demonstrated the impermanence of life. The 2020s began with an unexpected worldwide event that radically overturned the previous ... Read more“The End of Comfort? Facing climate change and energy security” Symposium with Jakub Wiech and Malte Renz

Preferred Candidate Board Announcement Party

1976 – the year that the filming for Star Wars began, Apple was founded and the first Apple computer was released, the CN Tower in Toronto was built, chimpanzees were ... Read morePreferred Candidate Board Announcement Party

“How is the Netherlands facing up to its colonial past?” Lecture by Anne-Lot Hoek

There’s a dark side to the years that brought huge prosperity to the Netherlands with the trade-in of spices, sugar, coffee, tobacco and other goods. From the 16th to the ... Read more“How is the Netherlands facing up to its colonial past?” Lecture by Anne-Lot Hoek

“EU policy on the Western Balkans” by Szabolcs Horváth

The Western Balkan region, home of close to 18 million people, is not only geographically surrounded by EU member countries but also shares various cultural and economical ties. EU integration ... Read more“EU policy on the Western Balkans” by Szabolcs Horváth

Diplomats Dinner 2022

The annual Diplomats Dinner is happening again! Organised by our lovely dispuut BOEF, the latest edition of the dinner will take place on the 12th of May. Have you always ... Read moreDiplomats Dinner 2022

“The past, present and future of intelligence agencies” by Kenneth Lasoen

Kenneth Lasoen is a specialist in security and intelligence with experience and thought-leadership in intelligence analysis, counterintelligence and counterterrorism. His expertise includes national security, NATO & EU military affairs, cyber ... Read more“The past, present and future of intelligence agencies” by Kenneth Lasoen

Integration Night

SAVE THE DATE! Integration Night is back! On Friday the 6th of May you can get the chance to experience what it is like to be part of a Dutch ... Read moreIntegration Night

Palestine: Challenges, opportunities, peace and hope

After the Oslo Accords, worldwide hope arose for peace between Israel and Palestine based on a two-state solution. Many initiatives were launched to support Palestinians in building a state; municipalities ... Read morePalestine: Challenges, opportunities, peace and hope

Documentary Night organised by the Activities Committee

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Cardano, Eloncoin….anything coin. In our current financial environment, cryptocurrencies are something about which everybody is talking, but quite a few know what they are actually about. Some ... Read moreDocumentary Night organised by the Activities Committee

European Populism: Threats and Future Prospects & European Council Simulation with TEIMUN

Europe’s political landscape is undergoing the biggest transformation since the end of the Cold War. Over the past two decades, populist parties have steadily increased their support, entering most national ... Read moreEuropean Populism: Threats and Future Prospects & European Council Simulation with TEIMUN

Drinks with TEIMUN & a workshop of European Council Simulation

The exam period has started, and what is a better way to relieve our stress than having drinks together on a Thursday evening? Join us for drinks with our friends ... Read moreDrinks with TEIMUN & a workshop of European Council Simulation

Interview with Ms Marja Verloop Chargé d’Affaires for the U.S. Embassy in the Netherlands

Have you ever wondered what a diplomat’s life looks like? Which challenges do they need to overcome? What does an Ambassador or Chargé d’Affaires do in order to strengthen relationships ... Read moreInterview with Ms Marja Verloop Chargé d’Affaires for the U.S. Embassy in the Netherlands

“How marriage migration interacts with global systems of gender and racial inequality: The case of South Korea” Lecture by Dr Seonok Lee

This Korean case study shows a prime example for studying how marriage migration interacts with global systems of gender and racial inequality in relation to contemporary economic (mostly marriage and ... Read more“How marriage migration interacts with global systems of gender and racial inequality: The case of South Korea” Lecture by Dr Seonok Lee

How to finance a dictatorship – cryptos, cyber-attacks and hacking

Have you wondered how dictatorships get financed despite the heavy international sanctions that they face? Naturally, one way to overcome the restrictions is cybercrime. For instance, it is estimated that ... Read moreHow to finance a dictatorship – cryptos, cyber-attacks and hacking

“The Russian Invasion of Ukraine” Lecture by Prof Adrian Rogstad

Weeks of intense diplomacy and the imposition of Western sanctions on Russia failed to deter Putin, who had massed between 150,000 and 200,000 troops along the borders of Ukraine. Russian ... Read more“The Russian Invasion of Ukraine” Lecture by Prof Adrian Rogstad

Groningen votes! Election debate for internationals

In municipal elections (Gemeenteraad), expats have the right* to participate as long as they are registered with their municipality. According to the results of a survey on the city council ... Read moreGroningen votes! Election debate for internationals

“Geopolitics: Risks and Possibilities for Conflict Resolutions” By Caecilia van Peski

Europe is increasingly required to assume greater responsibility for its own well-being and security. In the first part of the lecture, Caecilia van Peski will address issues regarding peace and ... Read more“Geopolitics: Risks and Possibilities for Conflict Resolutions” By Caecilia van Peski

“Is the Netherlands a narco-state?” By Pim Geelhoed and Francesco Giumelli

A narco-state is a country whose economy is dependent on the trade of illegal drugs. Although the Dutch economy is not currently defined as a narco-state, it is an illicit ... Read more“Is the Netherlands a narco-state?” By Pim Geelhoed and Francesco Giumelli

“EU policy on the Western Balkans” by Szabolcs Horváth

The Western Balkan region, home of close to 18 million people, is not only geographically surrounded by EU member countries but also shares various cultural and economical ties. EU integration ... Read more“EU policy on the Western Balkans” by Szabolcs Horváth

Blue’s Clues (Walk and talk)

Do you want to experience an unforgettable adventure? Do you fancy meeting new people? Do you want to learn more about the SIB? Or do you feel a bit nostalgic ... Read moreBlue’s Clues (Walk and talk)

“South Africa: From the ashes of apartheid” by Olitha Lebelo

South Africa emerged as a ‘rainbow nation’ on April 27, 1994, after half a century of white rule, oppression of black people and racial segregation. It still faces huge problems. ... Read more“South Africa: From the ashes of apartheid” by Olitha Lebelo

“Democratising STEM Learning” By Dr J. Noel-Storr

The Frontiers of Science are not just for the rich: Democratising STEM Learning When a group of white Anglo-Saxon, heterosexual, cis-gender, “all-American” chaps went to the Moon, they left a ... Read more“Democratising STEM Learning” By Dr J. Noel-Storr

“Can psychedelics revolutionise mental health care?” by Dr Jeanine Kamphuis

According to the World Health Organisation, globally, an estimated 264 million people are affected by depression. Moreover, frequently, traditional treatments such as prescribed medications are not as efficient as desired. ... Read more“Can psychedelics revolutionise mental health care?” by Dr Jeanine Kamphuis

Visible. A History and Discussion of the LGBTQ+ Rights Movement by Chelsea Rodriguez

The history of the LGBTQ+ Rights movement in the USA is often told as a simple (and completed) narrative, but there is so much more to this ongoing movement. This ... Read moreVisible. A History and Discussion of the LGBTQ+ Rights Movement by Chelsea Rodriguez

Controversies on constitutional crisis and EU relations in Poland by Prof Adam Bosiacki

For the last couple of years, Poland has repeatedly been on the European agenda because of its so-called constitutional crisis. The new government has carried out a series of measures ... Read moreControversies on constitutional crisis and EU relations in Poland by Prof Adam Bosiacki

Debate: The challenge of the energy transition: will nuclear energy save us?

Between 1990 and 2018 electricity demand doubled. Moreover, it is expected to roughly double again by 2050. Unfortunately, at present, about two-thirds of electricity is produced from the burning of ... Read moreDebate: The challenge of the energy transition: will nuclear energy save us?

Interview with the US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Ms Marja Verloop (Cancelled)

— Unfortunately, this event has been cancelled due to the new COVID-19 measures that were announced on November 26. We are looking into the possibility to reschedule this event. — ... Read moreInterview with the US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Ms Marja Verloop (Cancelled)

74th Dies Natalis Conference: Freedom of Speech in the Digital Age

Traditionally, the Dutch United Nations Student Association (the SIB) organises a conference that is related to the topic of human rights in celebration of its birthday. This conference provides students ... Read more74th Dies Natalis Conference: Freedom of Speech in the Digital Age

Documentary Night by dispuut Eo Sensu

On Monday, dispuut Eo Sensu will organise a documentary night at Doopsgezinde Kerk. Come join us! The documentary has yet to be announced.

“Ideal Science – a long lost dream?” Lecture by Dr Stephan Schleim

Discussions about climate change or vaccinations show that science is not only important for scientists but also society, perhaps even the survival of mankind. At the same time, failed replications, ... Read more“Ideal Science – a long lost dream?” Lecture by Dr Stephan Schleim

SIB x Europe Direct present: The Aftermath of the German Election

Germany‘s voters have decided how Germany’s new Bundestag will look like in the upcoming 4 years. Now it’s up to party leaders to thrash out who will succeed Chancellor Angela ... Read moreSIB x Europe Direct present: The Aftermath of the German Election

“Who Cares for the Aid Worker?” A lecture by Chamutal Afek Eitam

Have you ever wondered how it is to be an aid worker and what to expect if working in rough countries delivering humanitarian aid? What motivates people to become aid ... Read more“Who Cares for the Aid Worker?” A lecture by Chamutal Afek Eitam

“The EU Today and Tomorrow: a very personal journey” by Shada Islam

2020 was definitely really challenging for the European Union. Firstly, the United Kingdom left the Union. Later the Covid-19 pandemic caused a severe health system crisis. Additionally, the negation of ... Read more“The EU Today and Tomorrow: a very personal journey” by Shada Islam

“Geopolitics – from an economic angle: How will Hong Kong as an international financial centre survive?” A lecture by Eddie Cheung

In recent times the European Union and China have talked increasingly of fostering a ‘strategic partnership’ between them, this being primarily founded on their strengthening economic ties. While efforts to ... Read more“Geopolitics – from an economic angle: How will Hong Kong as an international financial centre survive?” A lecture by Eddie Cheung

“Between Protests And The Pandemic: An American Journalist in Moscow” By Joshua Yaffa

Last year in Russia was definitely not easy. The Covid-19 caused (according to official statistics) almost 200 000 deaths. But the worldwide pandemic wasn’t the only problem that largely affected ... Read more“Between Protests And The Pandemic: An American Journalist in Moscow” By Joshua Yaffa

Symposium: When Politics and Cyber Security Collide

In the last decade, cyber incidents have become more expensive, more disruptive, and in many cases more political. The United States, the European Union, NATO and other world powers released ... Read moreSymposium: When Politics and Cyber Security Collide

“Climate change? Not in Brazil” A lecture by Dr. Flávio Eiró de Oliveira

A recently published report by The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) unambiguously showed that humankind is responsible for climate change. Although scientists reached an agreement about anthropogenic global warming, ... Read more“Climate change? Not in Brazil” A lecture by Dr. Flávio Eiró de Oliveira

How to Cope with the Afghan Crisis? A lecture by Peter Knoope

Since early May this year, the Taliban have unexpectedly suddenly taken over control of the now Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. Over 400,000 Afghans have become homeless, thousands have fled the ... Read moreHow to Cope with the Afghan Crisis? A lecture by Peter Knoope

Intro Day 2: Meet the SIBlings

For you to get to know your fellow new SIB members better, we are organising a fun afternoon at the News Cafe!  In two shifts, 13:30-16:00, and 16:30-19:00 we are ... Read moreIntro Day 2: Meet the SIBlings

Intro Day 1: Obstacle Course and BBQ

To introduce our newest members to the SIB, we’re organising a fun afternoon in Stadspark!  From 14:00 until 17:00 we’ll have an inflatable obstacle course, this is open to everyone ... Read moreIntro Day 1: Obstacle Course and BBQ

COLLECTIVE RESILIENCE: Will it be the Future of Humanitarianism?

Come join us for a zoom lecture by Dr. Valerie Nkamgang Bemo, Deputy Director of Global Development at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which will take place in connection ... Read moreCOLLECTIVE RESILIENCE: Will it be the Future of Humanitarianism?

Virtual Games Night

Not sure what to do Wednesday evening and are you interested in what the SIB has to offer? Join us for a great evening of playing ‘codenames’! We’ll play this ... Read moreVirtual Games Night

Sustainable Students: What motivates climate action?

Learn about what students can do to mitigate climate change and which factors motivate climate action from Dr. Linda Steg. Dr. Steg is a professor of Environmental Psychology at the ... Read moreSustainable Students: What motivates climate action?

Two-state Solution: more important now than ever? by Itay Garmy

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is among the most divisive and complicated issues on the global stage today. Each time the conflict escalates our news is filled with reports about the situation ... Read moreTwo-state Solution: more important now than ever? by Itay Garmy

Insights on the role of the Prosecution of the International Criminal Court

As a key element in the complex international criminal law arena, the International Criminal Court has never stopped facing several challenges since its establishment. With the appointment of the new ... Read moreInsights on the role of the Prosecution of the International Criminal Court

Resilient Power: Preserving Corporate Hegemony through Depictions of Perseverance and Pragmatism During Times of Crisis

This presentation will explore the different ways cultural depictions of perseverance and pragmatism have sought to represent the resilience of corporate power both in the US and abroad in the ... Read moreResilient Power: Preserving Corporate Hegemony through Depictions of Perseverance and Pragmatism During Times of Crisis

Mental Health Week: Workshop on Perfectionism

-What is perfectionism? -Is the striving to achieve perfection a desirable goal? -Is the tendency to strive for perfection embedded in our culture? We would like to invite you in ... Read moreMental Health Week: Workshop on Perfectionism

Mental Health Week: Psychology and the COVID-19 Pandemic

It has been a year since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic started. A year of little social contact. A year of working and studying from home. A year of ... Read moreMental Health Week: Psychology and the COVID-19 Pandemic

Youth Leadership and Development in Humanitarian Organisations

Youth and young people are one of the most important elements in a community. As agents of behavioural change, mobilisers of communities and leaders, young people are often the point ... Read moreYouth Leadership and Development in Humanitarian Organisations

Hybrid Democracy in Pakistan

Pakistan has been independent since 1947, and for more than half of that period it has been ruled by the military. Currently, there is a societal divide in Pakistan between ... Read moreHybrid Democracy in Pakistan

Gender sidestreaming? Gender mainstreaming in militaries and peacekeeping

Twenty years after the passing of Resolution 1325, the participation of women as military personnel in peacekeeping operations remains limited. Women currently comprise just under five per cent of military ... Read moreGender sidestreaming? Gender mainstreaming in militaries and peacekeeping

Accie presents: Talk with the Special Envoy of the High Commissioner of the UNHCR for the central Mediterranean situation

The European Commission has declared in 2019 that the migration crisis in the Mediterranean Sea has passed, but displaced people still continue to arrive. The UNHCR has been always present ... Read moreAccie presents: Talk with the Special Envoy of the High Commissioner of the UNHCR for the central Mediterranean situation

The Western Sahara Conflict

For this lecture we will count with the presence of Dr. Oubi Buchraya Bachir, Representative of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Saguia el-Hamra and Río de Oro to ... Read moreThe Western Sahara Conflict

International forest policies for conservation: treaties, instruments and effectiveness

“We are all aware of the importance of forests as an ecosystem and in their role in mitigating climate change, however many of us know a lot less about international ... Read moreInternational forest policies for conservation: treaties, instruments and effectiveness

[CANCELLED] Algorithms and Online Extremism

– This event has been cancelled –

Documentary: Who would choose to be LGBT and Nigerian? By Ifeoma Fafunwa

Come join us on Monday evening for the documentary “Who would choose to be LGBT and Nigerian?” by Ifeoma Fafunwa. Ifeoma Fafunwa is a Nigerian playwright and the founder and ... Read moreDocumentary: Who would choose to be LGBT and Nigerian? By Ifeoma Fafunwa

Online Election Debate: The Netherlands in a Global World

The Dutch elections for the House of Representatives will be held on 17 March 2021. In this debate we will have a look at The Netherlands in a global context. ... Read moreOnline Election Debate: The Netherlands in a Global World

European Militarisation

This Monday we’ll be discussing the European arms industry, the security lobby in the European Parliament, and the links the defense sector has to EU external affairs. For this discussion, ... Read moreEuropean Militarisation

Documentary Night – ‘Ethiopia and Eritrea: Rebirth at the Border’

Join us this evening for a documentary night. This BBC documentary follows the lives of a young family living in the town of Zalambessa, on the border between Ethiopia and ... Read moreDocumentary Night – ‘Ethiopia and Eritrea: Rebirth at the Border’

The State of the News

In recent years online news media have overtaken television channels as the most frequently used source of news, and simultaneously printed newspapers have suffered incrementally as social media rose to ... Read moreThe State of the News

Historical Climate Change & the Big Picture of Human Climate Adaptation

The history of life on Earth is closely linked to the history of its climate. Over the almost 4 billion years of life on this planet, populations have risen and ... Read moreHistorical Climate Change & the Big Picture of Human Climate Adaptation

GSG Conferece: Covid-19 and the Global South

In the evening of December 1st we will go into conversation with Bert Koenders on Covid-19 as a Challenge to Development Policies. As a former Minister of Development Cooperation and Foreign Affairs, he can ... Read moreGSG Conferece: Covid-19 and the Global South

Deconstructing the European Parliament: In discussion with Laurens Dassen

At 20:00 on Monday 30 November we will be joined by President and lijsttrekker of Volt-Nederland, Laurens Dassen, and Scottish Civil Servant, John Edward, to discuss and critique the role ... Read moreDeconstructing the European Parliament: In discussion with Laurens Dassen

Dies Natalis: Mafia – an Online Social

After a day discussing the ins and outs of organised crime, we’ll be staying very much on topic with an evening playing Mafia. A murder mystery game where you can ... Read moreDies Natalis: Mafia – an Online Social

73rd Dies Natalis Conference: Unfolding the Truth of Organised Crime

Traditionally, the Dutch United Nations Student Association (SIB-Groningen) organises a conference that is related to the topic of human rights in celebration of its birthday. This year’s committee has worked ... Read more73rd Dies Natalis Conference: Unfolding the Truth of Organised Crime

Hungary as a Hub for European Populist Activism

Join through Zoom Watch on Youtube In the past few decades, we have spent a lot of time trying to explain the rise of populist movements in Europe and North ... Read moreHungary as a Hub for European Populist Activism

Symposium: Rise of IS in Africa

From Mali to Mozambique, violent fundamentalists with links to the Islamic State and similar organisations cause chaos and terror to average civilians in the areas outside state control. Extremism and ... Read moreSymposium: Rise of IS in Africa

Public Lecture- How to End International Tax Havens – with Parliament Member Henk Nijboer

GSG in Conversation with Henk Nijboer – Member of the House of Representatives of the Netherlands. Our guest will be interviewd by GSG’s Max van den Berg (former Member of ... Read morePublic Lecture- How to End International Tax Havens – with Parliament Member Henk Nijboer

Lecture: Indigenous Spirituality, Religious Freedom and the Secular State

This lecture will explore the Supreme Court of Canada’s 2017 ruling concerning a proposal to build a ski resort on land considered sacred by the Ktunaxa Nation, an indigenous group ... Read moreLecture: Indigenous Spirituality, Religious Freedom and the Secular State

Debate: Art & Design in the World of the United Nations [Dutch]

This year the United Nations celebrates its 75th anniversary. Urgent social issues such as peace and security, human rights and economic and social development are high on the agenda. But ... Read moreDebate: Art & Design in the World of the United Nations

Lecture by the Irish Ambassador

The world is changing rapidly, no only are we facing the impact of climate change in the grand scheme of things, but political revolutions also loom, as the final Brexit ... Read moreLecture by the Irish Ambassador

Symposium: Climate Adaptation

Climate Change is a given, and global resulting disasters is a given. From recent news headlines such as “Two dead as forest fires burn in Syria, Lebanon” and “Are wildfires ... Read moreSymposium: Climate Adaptation

Lecture: Open Science

Today we live in the information age, we have the world’s greatest trove of knowledge at our fingertips, and if we want to know something we can just look it ... Read moreLecture: Open Science

Lecture: The Importance of Dialogue & Diplomacy

As the Diplomats Dinner has sadly been cancelled due to the sharp spike in COVID cases in Groningen, we have organised this alternative online lecture. This virtual lecture will be ... Read moreLecture: The Importance of Dialogue & Diplomacy

Symposium: The Aftermath of the Belarusian Election

Belarus, informally known as the North Korea of Europe, and somewhat less informally known as Europe’s last dictatorship. Over the past few months we have seen the spark of change ... Read moreSymposium: The Aftermath of the Belarusian Election

Stadsstrand Cleanup

The Taskforce Sustainability is organising its first event! On Saturday the 19th of September we will participate in the World Cleanup Day. The World Cleanup Day is an annual global action ... Read moreStadsstrand Cleanup

Digital Governance: A lecture by the Estonian Ambassador

On Monday, the 14th of September, we will be joined by the Estonian Ambassador to the Netherlands, Her Excellency Ms. Kaili Terras.   In 1991 a small country, in Northeastern ... Read moreDigital Governance: A lecture by the Estonian Ambassador

The Right to Die? A Lecture on Euthanasia

Since 2002, euthanasia, the the assistance to end one’s life in conditions of unbearable suffering has been depenalised in the Netherlands, albeit with very strict requirements. Other countries prohibit doctors ... Read moreThe Right to Die? A Lecture on Euthanasia

The Libyan Crisis

The Second Libyan Civil War has heated up intensely over the past year, and now Tripoli and Tobruk are set to go head to head over Sirte, Gaddafi’s home city ... Read moreThe Libyan Crisis

Online Escape Room

On Friday, we will play online escape rooms! Together with your newly made friends from KEI Week and SIB, you can embark on a virtual journey to solve a mystery. ... Read moreOnline Escape Room

Lecture: The IPAC – Countering China

China. Over the past few months this country has occupied the minds and conversations of most who read this, and if by any means you have somehow avoided reading the ... Read moreLecture: The IPAC – Countering China

Hangout at Noorderplantsoen

Following the open air lecture on Sexual and Reproductive Rights in Uganda, we will end the day with a cozy chill-out and BBQ next to the gazebo in Noorderplantsoen.  Come ... Read moreHangout at Noorderplantsoen

Open Air Lecture: Sexual and Reproductive Rights in Uganda

If you are attending tonight’s lecture at Noorderplantsoen you can submit all questions during the lecture at: OnlineQuestions.org Event code: 20201 With nearly 18.5% of the population being infected with ... Read moreOpen Air Lecture: Sexual and Reproductive Rights in Uganda

Disputen Games

As many other student associations, SIB has a variety of organised friend groups – disputen. On this Wednesday, you will be able to get to know them during our disputen ... Read moreDisputen Games

Social Activity: Interactive Bingo

On this Tuesday, you can join us for an updated version of one of the most classic number games: Bingo! While alternating between regular rounds of Bingo and an interactive ... Read moreSocial Activity: Interactive Bingo

Black Lives Matter

On this Tuesday, our Activities Committee has organised an event concerning the recent Black Lives Matter protests in the USA and beyond.  #Black Lives Matter. What started as a Facebook ... Read moreBlack Lives Matter

Pub Quiz

Join us on Monday for a pub quiz! During several rounds organised by our KEI Committee, you can test your knowledge on anything and everything, from current politics to specific ... Read morePub Quiz

Lecture: The EU-Turkey Deal

On March 18, 2016, the European Union and the Turkish Government agreed on a mechanism aimed to cope with the large number of irregular migrants coming into the EU. In ... Read moreLecture: The EU-Turkey Deal

KEI Week

This year’s KEI Week might be different than usual, but nevertheless SIB will be present with a lot of activities throughout the week to bring the world to you! As the Dutch ... Read moreKEI Week

US Elections and International Cooperation: A Conversation with Samantha Power and Andre Haspels

On November 3, 2020, citizens of the United States of America will vote to elect their president. With Joe Biden, former Vice President under Barack Obama, emerging as the presidential ... Read moreUS Elections and International Cooperation: A Conversation with Samantha Power and Andre Haspels

Climate Change in the Pacific

As a follow-up to the documentary night on April 20, Dispuut Eo Sensu is organising a lecture on Climate Change in the Pacific on this Thursday.  The Pacific Islands are ... Read moreClimate Change in the Pacific

The Future of Meat

Despite vegetarianism and veganism getting more attention and becoming more popular in many countries, global meat production keeps increasing. Reasons cited for this include the rise of global living standards, ... Read moreThe Future of Meat

Sjoerd-Jeroen Moenandar: Language and Identity

Language shapes the way we think. In several languages we have words that are not translatable into other languages, we pay attention to different details and shape our societies in ... Read moreSjoerd-Jeroen Moenandar: Language and Identity

Lecture: Dirty Money – Money Laundering and Investment

On this Monday, we will be have another lecture organised by the Activities Committee!  Money laundering is commonly used to disguise the illegal origin of money generated through a criminal ... Read moreLecture: Dirty Money – Money Laundering and Investment

Stefan Buijsman: Calculating Humanity

Why did we start doing math? And actually, how does mathematics – abstract as it is – even work? How does it influence our everyday life? During this Monday’s lecture, ... Read moreStefan Buijsman: Calculating Humanity

The European Response to Covid-19

For more than two months, the corona virus has held Europe and the rest of the world tightly in its grip. The Covid-19 outbreak has become a societal, health-care as ... Read moreThe European Response to Covid-19

Symposium: NGOs in the Mediterranean

We will have our first online symposium, organised by the Activities Committee. On this Thursday, we will be joined by two representatives from Sea Watch, who will share their experience ... Read moreSymposium: NGOs in the Mediterranean

Documentary Night: Pacific Island Culture

An abundance of nature and wildlife, overlooked by many, and yet heavily affected by climate change: those are the Pacific Islands. On this Monday, dispuut Eo Sensu had organised a lecture ... Read moreDocumentary Night: Pacific Island Culture

Documentary Night: We come as friends

On this Monday, the Activities Committee had organised a lecture by Dr Michael Amoah, Senior Visiting Fellow at the Firoz Lalji Centre for Africa at the London School of Economics. ... Read moreDocumentary Night: We come as friends

Watch Party: Our Man in Teheran

We’ve been missing SIB nights just as much as you have, so we’re going digital! For Monday, the Activities Committee had organised a lecture by Dr Mohammadbaghar Forough on Iran ... Read moreWatch Party: Our Man in Teheran

[Cancelled] Euthanasia: The Right to Die?

Euthanasia is commonly defined as the active termination of life at a patient’s voluntary and well-informed request. Since 2002, euthanasia and assisted suicide have been depenalised in the Netherlands, albeit ... Read more Euthanasia: The Right to Die?

Raffle Fundraiser International Women’s Day 2020

Being able to handle your period with the feminine hygiene product of your choice: it seems like a very normal thing. Especially in a country as developed as the Netherlands. ... Read moreRaffle Fundraiser International Women’s Day 2020

Symposium: Feminism in the 21st Century

On this Monday, the Activities Committee is organising a symposium on Feminism in the 21st century. The history of feminism is commonly divided into three waves, concerned respectively with women’s ... Read moreSymposium: Feminism in the 21st Century

Bas Eickhout: The European Green Deal

On this Thursday, we will welcome the delegation leader of the Dutch Greens (GroenLinks) in the European Parliament and vice-president of the Greens/EFA, Bas Eickhout, to Groningen. The European Green ... Read moreBas Eickhout: The European Green Deal

Robert Coelen: Internationalisation in the Netherlands

The movement of people across borders for education has been steadily increasing as a result of globalisation. According to the Dutch Organization for Internationalisation in Education (Nuffic), more than 4.5 ... Read moreRobert Coelen: Internationalisation in the Netherlands

Amélie Henle: Social Media Manipulation in Politics

Online interference in elections has been a globally relevant topic, not just since the allegation of Russian interference in the US elections of 2016. Bots and fake news are just ... Read moreAmélie Henle: Social Media Manipulation in Politics

Lecture by the Japanese Ambassador: China and Japan

On this Monday, we will be joined by the new Japanese Ambassador to the Netherlands, His Excellency Mr Hidehisa Horinouchi. During the lecture, the Ambassador will focus on Chinese-Japanese relations.  ... Read moreLecture by the Japanese Ambassador: China and Japan

European Environmental Governance – Approaches and Future Developments of European Water Governance

Goal 6 of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals specifies the ensuring of the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all. In times during which the consequences and ... Read moreEuropean Environmental Governance – Approaches and Future Developments of European Water Governance

Journalism? Art? Activism? – Reading the 1619 Project

"In August of 1619, a ship appeared on this horizon, near Point Comfort, a coastal port in the English colony of Virginia. It carried more than 20 enslaved Africans, who ... Read moreJournalism? Art? Activism? – Reading the 1619 Project

Job Application Training

In today’s competitive world, presentation skills and a good performance in interviews are important. Therefore, on this Thursday, we are organising a job application training. You will get advice on ... Read moreJob Application Training

Kathleen Ferrier: Cultures of Remembrance – Saying the unspeakable

On January 27, we commemorate 75 years of the liberation of the Auschwitz Concentration Camp. In 2005, the United Nations General Assembly declared this date to be the International Holocaust ... Read moreKathleen Ferrier: Cultures of Remembrance – Saying the unspeakable

Max Haveloos presents: Intellectual Speeddating – A Debate night on current events

Have you ever wondered how your peers think about what is going on currently in Iran? Or whether they sympathise with or are rather skeptical towards the ongoing protests in ... Read moreMax Haveloos presents: Intellectual Speeddating – A Debate night on current events

Naomi Larsson: Spotlight Chile – A look into Chile’s protests from the ground

From October 2019 onwards, protestors have been taking to the streets in Chile‘s capital Santiago. Originally motivated by an increase in metro fares, one million people at peak times have been using the ... Read moreNaomi Larsson: Spotlight Chile – A look into Chile’s protests from the ground

Roots of Radicalism in the Middle East – The case of Sayyid Qutb

The history of radical religious groups around the world goes back centuries, and is nevertheless a current topic. Just in October 2019, the death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, leader of ... Read moreRoots of Radicalism in the Middle East – The case of Sayyid Qutb

Lecture and Movie: Contested Living Space

Squatting might sometimes seem to be an issue of the past, but it still is relevant globally, as many poor and homeless people remain on the lookout for affordable housing. ... Read moreLecture and Movie: Contested Living Space

Star Wars for real? The Growing Militarisation of Space

Ever-more advanced technology has brought outer space increasingly in humanity’s reach. Interest in space has not only been scientific and economic, however, but also geopolitical. Some observers speculate that the ... Read moreStar Wars for real? The Growing Militarisation of Space

Lecture: “Human Rights in Egypt”

In December 1948, the United Nations General Assembly gathered in Paris to pass the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Throughout the past 71 years since then, many other, more specific ... Read moreLecture: “Human Rights in Egypt”