Specials
Overview of specials
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This was 2018
Civil rights emerged (somewhat) victorious over unbridled technological optimism. Society revolted against ridiculously expensive medications. The crypto hype changed into crypto disillusionment. And it was also the year in which cross-border collaboration came under the gun. We also interviewed seven researchers and students. They all stood out, all for different reasons. One of…Gepubliceerd op:Special -
Freshmen
Hannah, Isabelle, Julia, Mitchell, Ruaira, Tirza and Tristan all started at the EUR in 2018. They come from the Copacabana to the picturesque Breskens, studying Medicine, Law, Communication and much more. EM follows them during their first year in Rotterdam. Hannah Isabelle Julia Mitchell Ruaira Tirza Tristan Time for a…Gepubliceerd op:Special -
How do you survive…
Ahhh…the student life! For most, it’s the first glimpse of freedom and what adult life may feel like. Some even go to the extent of saying university years were by far the best moments of their lives. Still, most students completely disregard the subtle changes made when more and more…Gepubliceerd op:Special -
The Housing Scam Epidemic
As if arriving into a new city wasn’t hard enough, international students are finding it increasingly difficult to find a new place they can call home. Now, more than ever, students have to fight a new antagonist: scammers! EM went undercover in the world of student housing fraud. The high demand…Gepubliceerd op:Special -
Education Pioneers
If the university wants to educate students so that they can handle complex issues in today’s society – climate change, inequality, robotisation – it needs to take a fundamentally different approach, says education pioneer Liesbeth Noordegraaf-Eelens. The way universities organise their education is no longer up to date, says Farshida…Gepubliceerd op:Special -
Housing shortage
Looking for a room? Are you looking for a room? That can sometimes be a stressful and difficult affair. And when you finally have an invitation to a house, you first have to compete with others to get the room, the so-called hospiteeravond. EM gives you advice to optimise your…Gepubliceerd op:Special -
Hazing in Rotterdam
In January, television program Rambam accused RSC/RVSV of abuses during its hazing rituals. The association was punished by the university. Read all about Rotterdam’s hazing in this special. According to Rambam, a student with a head wound was taken to the hospital by ambulance, prospective members had to check each…Gepubliceerd op:Special -
Eurekaweek 2018
The Eurekaweek 2018 will take place from 20 to 23 August. EM provides the news about the introduction week: news, incidents, but also reports, photography and videos of events! Keep following this page (or follow EM on Facebook) to see everything. Despite the recent negative media coverage, RSC/RVSV remains…Gepubliceerd op:Special -
Board crisis at KASEUR
KASEUR, the umbrella organisation for multicultural student associations, is going through turbulent times. In 2017 the university announced it would no longer enter into any discussions with KASEUR, following its dissatisfaction with the manner of communication. That decision produced a crisis in the KASEUR board. KASEUR represents the interests of…Gepubliceerd op:Special -
Science for sale
The university regularly catches flak for its collaborations with the private sector. Rotterdam School of Management in particular is required to clear up a number of integrity issues in the wake of a critical report about its relations with the fossil fuel industry. Which risks are entailed by contract research?…Gepubliceerd op:Special -
EM on Tour – Erasmus Sport
From 4 to 7 June, the EM editorial staff will be on tour and this time at Erasmus Sport. The editorial staff resides in the sports building on the Woudestein campus all week looking for the best sports stories. We portray employees, get acquainted with top sporters and, above…Gepubliceerd op:Special -
Nominal is Normal
Early 2018, a student filed a lawsuit against the Erasmus University about Nominal is Normal. The National Student Law Office made it a matter of principle: is someone who does not reach all sixty points in the first year really unsuitable for a study? Student…Gepubliceerd op:Special