1,137 search results for “takes en culture van de world” in the Library website
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Alexandra PrégentFaculty of Humanities
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Morgan Roussel -
Jürgen ZangenbergFaculty of Humanities
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Exhibition on art, culture and architecture along the Silk Road
Ornately decorated head pieces and jewellery, images of imposing mosques and photos of local people. The 'Splendours of the Silk Roads' exhibition depicts life and different cultures along this important trade route.
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BA in Italian Language and Culture to continue
Leiden University will continue to offer its BA in Italian Language and Culture. The Board of the Faculty of Humanities has reversed its decision to stop admitting new students as of the 2026/2027 academic year.
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Discover 450 years of parades at Museum De Lakenhal
The exhibition Leiden celebrates – 450 years of parades at Museum De Lakenhal shows how parades and society have changed through the centuries. Alumnus and historian Danielle van Goethem worked on the exhibition. She gives a preview.
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Maikel Kuijpers -
Marijke KlokkeFaculty of Humanities
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Carel SmithFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Nicolette MoutFaculty of Humanities
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Marcel KeurentjesFaculty of Humanities
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Wenqian FanFaculty of Humanities
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Mayke KaagAfrika-Studiecentrum
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Jos GommansFaculty of Humanities
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Arda Ergin
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James Bond, the cultural phenomenon - a reading list
With the creation of James Bond, author Ian Fleming laid the foundation for a sprawling media franchise. Since the first novel appeared in 1953, Bond has appeared in books, movies, comic strips, video games and countless other media. On September 30, the twenty-fifth instalment of the film series, 'No…
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Bareez MajidFaculty of Humanities
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Ludo Waltman awarded the Derek de Solla Price Medal
Ludo Waltman, professor of Quantitative Science Studies at Centre for Science and Technology Studies (CWTS), has been awarded the Derek de Solla Price Medal.
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Universitaire Bibliotheken Leiden uitgebreid met verschillende graphic novels en (kranten)strips
Comic books and graphic novels are more important than ever in the Leiden University curriculum. That is why Leiden University Libraries (UBL) is currently working on expansion of its collections in this field. Yasco Horsman, University Lecturer at LUCAS, explains why this expansion is necessary and…
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Maartje JanseFaculty of Humanities
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Alina KarakantaFaculty of Humanities
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Rick HoningsFaculty of Humanities
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UN World Philosophy Day - a reading list
Today is World Philosophy Day. We asked three staff members from the Leiden Institute for Philosophy to name three of their favourite works from the Leiden University Library (UBL) collections. What is: the best introduction to philosophy, the best philosophical work published in the last few years…
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Death of former Librarian Jacques van Gent
Jacques J. M. van Gent (8 June 1932 - 26 March 2021) was director of Leiden University Library from 1983 to 1993. He was librarian in a time of transition and, as director, was able to benefit from the new library building on the Witte Singel. Van Gent was a very different kind of manager from his predecessor,…
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Did Rembrandt paint Leiden Professor van Schooten?
Leiden Professor of Maths Frans van Schooten Jnr. (1615-1660) and his wife Margrieta were painted by Rembrandt. This is the claim made by mathematician and art historian Johan Zwakenberg in his recently published article in the 2018 Leiden Yearbook. Leiden art historians are not completely convinced…
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Iris KoleAdministration and Central Services
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Inocêncio Joao Raul ZandamelaFaculty of Humanities
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Willemijn WaalFaculty of Humanities
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Rebekka GrossmannFaculty of Humanities
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Sara PetrollinoFaculty of Humanities
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Thijs WittyFaculty of Humanities
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Douglas BergerFaculty of Humanities
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Ivo SmitsFaculty of Humanities
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Exhibition on Anton de Kom’s second life, which began in Leiden
Few people would associate the name Anton de Kom with Leiden. Yet the Surinamese freedom fighter is the subject of an exhibition at Museum De Lakenhal.
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Sarah de Rijcke appointed as professor of Science and Evaluation Studies
As of February 1st, 2018, Sarah de Rijcke has been appointed as Professor of Science, Technology and Innovation Studies, especially Science and Evaluation Studies, at Leiden University. The chair is located at the Centre for Science and Technology Studies (CWTS).
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Djibrila TetereouFaculty of Humanities
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Jenny AudringFaculty of Humanities
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Maarten van LeeuwenFaculty of Humanities
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Andreas KinnegingFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Valerie FrissenFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Gianclaudio MalgieriFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Panji tales awarded the status of world heritage by UNESCO
The unique collection of more than 250 ancient tales revolving around the mythical Javanese Prince Panji, which is curated by Leiden University Libraries (UBL), has been acknowledged as world heritage by UNESCO. The UBL is grateful to UNESCO for this exceptionally prestigious award.
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State Secretary Gräper visits to discuss cultural heritage and opening up collections
How should we address our colonial heritage? And how digital and accessible are our collections? Outgoing State Secretary Fleur Gräper spoke with researchers and heritage specialists about this on 25 January.
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Stylianos Paraschiakos -
Niek ZondagFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid