We are talking about jobs – a topic often sparking a mix of emotions. Taking a turn to adulthood, we’ll touch upon a big question that every student faces sooner or later: “What am I going to do after my studies?” While I can’t give you a clear answer to…
Do you have a pet in your home country? I do and as an international student, I know how hard it is not to be able to see or pet him. This blog is for when you start missing your furry friend a little more than usual. Luckily, Wageningen is…
Days are starting to get longer, but not quite long enough yet. The same goes for the weather warming up. So, if you’re impatient with hands itching to go out in the evening after you are done with classes, here are some ideas on how you can spend those couple…
Did you know that last week, on December 4th, the Virtual Open Day (VOD) took place? It was for all prospective students – Bachelors and Masters, EU and non-EU! Presentations about the different study programmes as well as insights into the student life at Wageningen University and Research (WUR) were…
Hello, hello! (or should I say こんにちは – “konnichiwa”) 😁 Last time we spoke about going on an exchange, here, on the IST blog, it was about how to prepare for it and what to do when applying. I then left you on a cliffhanger by saying that I would…
Have you heard other students saying they are “in the Honours” and wondering what’s that all about? If you are a first-year Bachelor’s student looking for a challenge beyond your regular courses, keep reading! The Honours Programme is perfect for those seeking extra-curricular activities and personal development. It is a…
Being a student sometimes means living on a budget between tuition fees, groceries, and accommodation rent. Costs can add up quickly, but there’s some good news! Did you know that you may be eligible to receive compensations from the Government? They can be about rent, healthcare and childcare, but in…