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van Willigen starts as Professor by Special Appointment in Strategic Studies
Starting April 2026, Niels van Willigen will join the Institute of Political Science at Leiden University’s Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences as Professor by Special Appointment in Strategic Studies. This appointment was made possible by the Atlantische Commissie, which established this chair…
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Peter LiebregtsFaculty of Humanities
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Felix AmekaFaculty of Humanities
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ICC President visits Leiden University: ‘Collaboration is essential in order to fight crime’
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is under intense scrutiny when it comes to prosecuting international crimes. This due to increasing conflicts worldwide. During her visit to Leiden, the President of the Court, Judge Tomoko Akane, said that the Criminal Court will not yield to threats.
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One history, different memories. Does this always lead to conflict?
Different groups can have different memories of the same historical event. This can lead to conflict but does not have to. How is this, and how can countries and people reconcile with the past?
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Remco BreukerFaculty of Humanities
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Jan Wim BuismanFaculty of Humanities
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Isabelle DuijvesteijnFaculty of Humanities
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Aida GholamiFaculty of Humanities
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Graduation Security Studies: ‘Stay curious’
On Wednesday 31 August 2022, the graduation ceremony of the BSc Security Studies took place. The ceremony was opened by programme director Daan Weggemans.
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Florian Schneider
Faculty of Humanities
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Jasper De PaepeFaculteit Governance and Global Affairs
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Silvia D'AmatoFaculteit Governance and Global Affairs
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Csilla ArieseFaculty of Humanities
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Aya Ezawa honoured for volunteer work with Japanese-Indonesian war children: 'Recognition of the importance of reconciliation'
University lecturer Aya Ezawa has received a Certificate of Commendation from the Japanese Embassy in the Netherlands for her efforts to promote reconciliation between the Netherlands and Japan, in particular by supporting Japanese-Indonesian war children. As a member of the Foundation for War Victims…
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Caroline WaerzeggersFaculty of Humanities
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Security Studies awarded bronze medal EW Best Studies 2023
The Security Studies bachelor's programme has received a bronze medal in EW Best Studies 2023. Every year, EW Best Studies selects the top programmes in Dutch higher education.
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Gitta VeldtFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Jiaxin SunFaculty of Humanities
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Dick SmakmanFaculty of Humanities
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Angus MolFaculty of Humanities
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Charlotte van der VoortFaculty of Humanities
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Jan AdriaanseFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Cecilia-Louise von IlsemannFaculty of Humanities
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Hester GrootFaculty of Humanities
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Mandy de WildeFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Adrien DadoneFaculty of Humanities
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Thesis assessment
Thesis assessment is carried out according to faculty standards with associated assessment forms and manuals.
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Niels van WilligenFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Farewell to Diversity Officer Aya Ezawa: Tireless advocate for D&I
Aya Ezawa bade farewell as Diversity Officer of Leiden University at a celebration in the Academy Building on 11 June. Since her appointment in 2019, she has been a tireless advocate for culture change and a champion for diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities for all.
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Kim BeerdenFaculty of Humanities
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Chair for Central European Studies finds new home at LUF
On Friday 23 June, the Austrian Studies Fund was established with a festive gathering in the Faculty Club. This fund is the successor of the Austrian Studies Foundation and will continue and expand the program of activities of the Central European Studies chair at Leiden University, which was established…
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BSc Security Studies Graduation Ceremonies: ‘See you in the future’
On Friday 29 August, the Wijnhaven was filled with a special mix of first-year students just beginning their academic journey, and students who, after 1,089 days of intensive study, were awarded their Bachelor’s degree in Security Studies. In two festive sessions, a total of 223 students received their…
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Call for nominations Jewish Studies Thesis Prize 2023
The Leiden Jewish Studies Association is pleased to announce a call for nominations for the "Best Thesis in Jewish Studies" produced at Leiden University in 2022 and 2023.
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Jacqueline VelFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Frans Theuws -
Reinout VriesendorpFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Susana ValdezFaculty of Humanities
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International Studies degree: a skillset to navigate the world
On Friday 29 August 2025, 370 students received their Bachelor's degree in International Studies. The diplomas were awarded in the historic setting of the Pieterskerk in Leiden. Family members, friends, and staff gathered to celebrate this joyous occasion with the graduates in a packed Pieterskerk.
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Graduation ceremony BSc Security Studies: 'Look beyond your own beliefs'
On Monday 26 August, students were warmly welcomed at the Wijnhaven location with a blue carpet and live music. Accompanied by their friends and family, they gathered to receive their BSc Security Studies diploma.
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Gabriel PaiukFaculty of Humanities
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Duygu Uysal DincolFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences