Written by Federico Arcuri As a third year BA International Studies student, I find it interesting to look back at who I was when I started this bachelor. I like comparing my expectations about university with the reality of actually studying here. While I definitely enjoyed studying here in manyContinue Reading
Written by Federico Arcuri “From the 6th till the 10th of March we will be handing out free sandwiches to protest for affordable food, animal rights and food democracy” With these words, the UvA Student group Anti-Kantine announced their action in the university canteen in Roeterseiland. Privatization of university servicesContinue Reading
Written by Nelli Naukkarinen TRIGGER WARNING: Discussion of sexual violence In October 2010 the famous Delta Kappa Epsilon (DKE) fraternity of the University of Yale, with very famous alumni such as 5 former U.S.A presidents, four vice presidents and numerous famous businessmen, politicians and influential figures, was banned for aContinue Reading
Written by Nelli Eveliina Naukkarinen April is sexual assault awareness month. During this month we discuss and educate ourselves that sexual harassment, assault and violence can happen to anyone, anywhere and at any time. Often when we discuss sexual harassment or inappropriate conduct, it’s discussed in spaces of professionalism (likeContinue Reading
By Federico Arcuri Nowadays, with China trying to strengthen its political and ideological influence abroad, it is increasingly common for mainstream media to mention the rise in Chinese investment and trade in Africa as an example of Chinese soft power. As a matter of fact, China is exploiting a favorableContinue Reading
By Rosalie de Vries This is Part 2 of a series, about how the academic environment has changed. Not only for the students, but also for the teachers and professors. Since this article covers many issues, it has been divided into two parts. In Part 1 of the story, theContinue Reading
By Rosalie de Vries Nowadays, the academic environment is no longer what it used to be. Not only for the students, but also for the teachers and professors. Since this article covers many issues, it has been divided into two parts. In Part 1 of the article series the problemContinue Reading