by University College Groningen
UCG Podcasts hosts two playlists. Episodes of the UCG International Politics podcast are course assignment prepared by the students at University College Groningen. The characters assumed by the students in the episodes are entirely fictional. With LAS Cast, UCG students bring you an interdisciplinary perspective on various topics of interest and show you what it means to study Liberal Arts & Sciences (LAS). We bring you inspirational and thought-provoking ideas - from sciency stuff all the way to the arts!
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November 27, 2024
<p>In this interview, UCG alumna Ece Aydın reflects on how her studies in health and life sciences shaped her career. She shares key experiences, including a project on improving health literacy at a hospital in Assen, and the lasting friendships that continue to support her today. Ece discusses how UCG’s interdisciplinary approach and focus on independence prepared her for her role at Healthy Corps, where she addresses health inequalities. She also offers advice to new students: take risks, find a work-life balance, and make the most of UCG's unique learning environment.</p>
June 3, 2024
<p>This episode of UCG International Politics, hosted by the seasoned moderator, Ema, dives into the pivotal role BRICS countries play in the renewable energy sector. Joined by three distinguished guests—Lorena, a Renewable Energy Expert from the European Commission; Ben, an experienced BRICS correspondent for The New York Times; and Nechama, a political editor with firsthand familiarity with BRICS nations—this discussion unravels the complexities and potentials of green energy transitions within these emerging economies.</p> <p> </p> <p>In this enlightening 30-minute episode, our experts explore a variety of topics, from defining renewable energy and its significance to assessing each BRICS country's involvement and leadership in this sector. The conversation also tackles the economic impacts, ecological benefits, and innovative technologies that are positioning BRICS nations as potential leaders in global energy sustainability. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how all these factors intertwine in the quest for a sustainable future.</p> <p><br></p> <p>* UCG International Politics podcast is a course assignment prepared by the students at University College Groningen. The characters assumed by the students in the episodes are entirely fictional. </p> <p><br></p>
April 23, 2024
<p>In this episode, our host Vera Belchior Ferreira da Silva engages in a captivating discussion about the book "Strange Bedfellows: An Experiment in Student-directed Interdisciplinary Research" with her guests: Ryan Wittingslow, one of the editors of the book; Ben Bewersdorf, UCG's Academic Director of Education; and Twan Tromp, one of our third-year students who contributed to this project as a student scholar. Tune in as Vera’s guests offer valuable insights into the book's themes and share their experiences with interdisciplinary research and education. </p> <p>About the book</p> <p>Edited by UCG faculty members Ryan Wittingslow, Naomi de Ruiter, and Roland Chiu, this peer-reviewed volume of student scholarship explores the concept of interdisciplinarity by combining the expertise of professional researchers and educators with the experiences of students enrolled in interdisciplinary programs. It analyses the benefits and challenges of interdisciplinary research and education, and provides practical case studies illustrating interdisciplinary teaching and research in action.</p>
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