It is time for Integration Night again! If you always wanted to experience Dutch student culture, this is your chance. Get a chance to see inside three different student associations including Vindicat and Albertus. Ending the night with a cantus and large afterparty!

In aanloop naar de gemeenteraadsverkiezingen hebben wij in samenwerking met Contractus een verkiezingsdebat georganiseerd. Tijdens dit debat stonden politieke thema’s centraal die van direct belang zijn voor studenten.

In Groningen, waar een kwart van de inwoners student is, vinden wij het van groot belang dat studenten goed geïnformeerd zijn over de lokale politiek en de standpunten van de verschillende partijen. Met dit verkiezingsdebat willen wij bijdragen aan een beter inzicht in deze standpunten, zodat studenten bij de gemeenteraadsverkiezingen op 18 maart een weloverwogen keuze kunnen maken.

Brought to you by 11 student associations, the Galant Gala is back! On Thursday, the 26th of February, we will gather once again to have an incredible night! Put on your fanciest outfit, and dance the night away with four hours of unlimited drinks (22:00-02:00) for only €33.99* in an evening in bloom!

This year's Galant Gala theme is “La Vie en Rose” so dress in your most beautiful shades of red and let the night bloom.

See you on the 26th of February for an unforgettable night with live tunes from the band and DJs, and make memories with all the other participating associations! To sign up: click on this link and select SOG.

This evening is made possible by our head sponsors, Confetti and Desio! 

Lots of love,

The Galant Gala Committee 2025/2026

*Price excludes service costs

This March, Groningen goes to the polls and internationals have a voice. If you’re an EU citizen registered in the municipality or if you have legally resided in the Netherlands for five years, you have the right to vote in the municipal elections. Yet for many internationals and students, local politics can feel distant or inaccessible. That’s exactly what this debate aims to change.

Groningen wouldn’t be Groningen without its students and international community. At the same time, the next city council will face urgent challenges that directly affect you: a housing crisis that shows little sign of easing, growing pressure on student life, and questions about how welcoming the city remains for internationals amid cuts to English-taught programs.

After a brief and accessible introduction to how municipal elections work, candidates from 9 out of 10 major political parties will take the stage. They’ll share their visions for Groningen in short pitches before engaging in a true town hall format: answering questions directly from the audience on the issues that matter most to you. In the final round, each candidate will have just one minute to convince you why they deserve your vote.

This election town hall is in collaboration with SIB, ESN, SOG, Lijst Calimero, GIB and Forum Groningen. Whether you’re planning to vote or simply want to understand the choices shaping Groningen’s future, this is your chance to be informed, heard, and involved.
Come ask, listen, challenge — and make your voice count.

Grab your (free) ticket before they run out!

Join our third General Members Assembly where we will present our half year reflection!

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Kom naar onze derde Algemene Ledenvergadering, waar we onze halfjaarlijkse reflectie zullen presenteren!

Rep Your Colours is all about celebrating where you’re from. Whether you’re repping your national flag or your favourite football team, come dressed in your colours and party with students from all over the world. 13 February 2026 - 22:00 - ’t Gat

Student activism in Groningen, ‘70 & now

You're young and you want to speak out against abuses. Where do you begin? 55 years ago, student activists asked themselves the same question, leading to the founding of the Groningen Student Union (GSb). In 1971, they campaigned for a better position for students, against climate change, and for international solidarity. How does the political youth culture of that time compare to today's? And what's on the agendas of student activists today?

The book launch of Nait Soez’n – De Groninger Studentenbond in jaren zeventig – en wat daaraan vooraf ging will kick off this program. Afterwards, GSb alumni will engage in conversation with contemporary student activists. Researcher Rodrigo Gonzalez Alvarez and human rights lawyer Jelle Klaas will talk about queer activism and the right to protest. You can also make a political zine, give traditional protest songs a modern twist, and listen to live music. Or talk to political student organizations and browse the mini-market for books and merchandise!

Speakers: Rodrigo González Álvarez, Zola Westerhof, Jelle Klaas a.o.

Protestival is a collaboration between Studium Generale, Groninger Studentenbond and Usva.

Het programma start om 19.30 uur. De inloop is vanaf 19.00 uur

More information about the programme

Pre-order het boek Nait Soez’n, De Groninger Studentenbond in jaren zeventig - en wat daaraan vooraf ging - en krijg gratis toegang tot het festival. 

Tickets via USVA

Join us to celebrate our 53rd birthday at ‘t Gat. Cak, shots and oranjebitter on us!

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Vier met ons onze 53e verjaardag bij ’t Gat. Taart, shotjes en oranjebitter op ons!

Join our second General Members Assembly (GMA) of this academic year. It will take place at Humanistisch Verbond (W.A. Scholtenstraat 2, 9712 KW) in Groningen.

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Doe mee aan onze tweede Algemene Ledenvergadering (ALV) van dit academische jaar. Deze zal plaatsvinden bij het Humanistisch Verbond (W.A. Scholtenstraat 2, 9712 KW) in Groningen.

Join us on October 29th at Het Goudkantoor for Election Night, where we will have a lively watch party where politics meets conversation. We will break down the results live and have a talks from numerous speakers!

Enjoy engaging talks from Beer Prakken, who explores humor in politics, and Sebastiaan Wolswinkel, who shares his experience with youth political movements. And there are more speakers to come. Whether you're deeply involved in politics or simply want to understand the Dutch elections better, this event is for you.

We will be having an exclusive Orange Monday pub quiz. This is a great opportunity to meet the board and test your knowledge. Join us for a fun evening where you'll not only enjoy the quiz but also learn some interesting facts about the Board and Faction.

Follow along on the livestream:
🍿 https://www.rug.nl/about-ug/organization/administrative-organization/participation-decision-making/uraad/livestream

Follow along on the livestream:
🍿 https://www.rug.nl/about-ug/organization/administrative-organization/participation-decision-making/uraad/livestream