Eurekaweek: Recent Episodes
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Hello and welcome to the Eurekaweek 2023 podcast. Our mission is to provide you a glimpse of what to expect during your introductory experience to the Erasmian life AND more. Hear more about the experience of students and get tips for your life in Rotterdam.
Everything that is good needs to come to an end… In the last episode of Eurekaweek 2023 Podcast, Agnieszka and Anna will provide you with a guide to Rotterdam: best places to party, eat or simply hang out. They will also share some tips on how to find housing in Rotterdam and get along with your roommates. Lastly, our hosts will answer the most pressing questions you asked them through our Instagram.
And that’s a wrap of this year’s Eurekaweek Podcast journey! Agnieszka and Anna are signing out and we wish you an amazing, one of a kind, academic year!
Would you like to get more than studying out of being at Erasmus University? Look no further! In this episode, Agnieszka and Anna will host three guests in their studio who will describe their experience with being a member of a student organization. Among others, they will discuss financial, sport, creative and cultural extracurriculars but also language and soft skills courses. EUR does not have an association you are interested in? No problem! Today’s guests will also share with you how to start your own, one of a kind, student organization.
University life is all about finding a balance between studying and having a social life. Finding this balance is not always easy, especially during your first year!
To help you out, in this episode, Agnieszka and Anna are going to provide you with some tips on how to make friends at the beginning of your studies. As they were in your shoes a couple of years ago, they definitely have some knowledge to share!
And what about the academic aspect of student life? Agnieszka is going to share some techniques on preparing for your exams and assignments. You might want to try them out for more effective learning!
Lastly, our hosts will provide you with a virtual campus tour, recommending apps that are useful for the campus and discussing the best places at EUR for studying and eating!
Like all good things, this year's podcast series is coming to an end. Eurekaweek is approaching and the excitement is bubbling up - but so might be your questions about some final details before the event.
Join us in this Q&A session, where we try to answer your questions. Don't have any questions? We might still keep you company as you're getting ready to jump into your student life in Rotterdam!
Most importantly, we wish you an unforgettable Eurekaweek!
The start of a new academic year is around the corner and everyone is feeling the tension rising. New city, new life, new friends and doing your best in your studies... All these things are probably circling your mind right now, but at times it might all feel overwhelming. We know how the start of the first term weighs upon you, so in this episode we try our best to give you a healthy image of what to expect. Join us and listen to our stories about trying to maintain balance during university and our tips for overcoming stressful moments!
What are the famous "Studentenverenigingen" and what is their importance in your student life?
In the fourth episode of our podcast series we ask a guest to have the student associations of Erasmus University explained for you. Join Anne and our guest Dana, as they discuss the different associations, where to find them, how to join them and much more.
Most importantly, in this episode you can get a basic idea of what it actually means to become a member of a student association in Rotterdam.
Why do your dutch classmates never ask "how are you" when they see you? And why is it no surprise if one owns four bikes in the Netherlands?
In our third episode we discuss elements of the Dutch culture that stand out to us, therefore offering international students a little glimpse of the culture you are about to immerse yourselves in. As for Dutch students, it's always a great fun hearing how your culture is experienced by others! Can you explain what bitterballen are?
University is all about developing yourself. At EUR there's so much more that you can do besides your academic studies. Ever thought of joining a sports or a cultural association? What is the difference between student associations and study associations? In the second episode of our podcast series we try to map out the different possibilities by sharing our own experience. Join us as we discuss widening your social circle, finding part-tỉme jobs, learning Dutch and much more!
What is the Eurekaweek? Discover more about the start of this new phase in your life by listening to the first episode of our podcast series.
In this episode we try to give you a taste of what you can expect through our experiences with the Eurekaweek. We also share some advice on what you should prepare before diving into your own Eurkaweek. Your time is now! So don't wait and dive into your new life already!
In this episode Adinda, Phoebe and Kate talk more about their lives as International students in Rotterdam. Get to know more about their experiences and get some practical tips.
In the second episode of the Eureka 2021 podcast, Phoebe, Adinda and Kate share their favorite hotspots of Rotterdam.
Hi my name is kate! I’m from Japan and am going to be 2nd year ibcom student!
Get to know more about Campus Life at Erasmus University. In this episode, Kate interviews some study friends. Get the best study tips and hear more about the experience of three first-year students.
This is it! The end of our Eureka podcast journey of 2020. In this episode we will be doing a reflection of the individual identity based on the topics of previous episodes. We've had guests ranging from a Eurekaweek board member, EMA representative, and to our fellow students. Now we've decided to finalise this journey with the help of recent graduates of the Erasmus University Rotterdam. We’ll be discussing adaptability, change & values, internationalism, and diversity from a holistic point of view.
Diversity has become a commonplace word in today's society. In this episode, Cindy and Hannah explore the role of diversity and inclusivity at the Erasmus University Rotterdam with the help of the Director of External Affairs at the Erasmus Multicultural Associations (EMA).
In this episode, we will be taking you through some exciting personal experiences from students who have been part of the Eurekaweek at the Erasmus University, and what they acquired from this venture.
In this episode we will be discussing many of the values that make up the Erasmus community and a little bit of how we see this reflected in the students, who contribute to a lot of the discussion we talk about today on change and values.
The Eurekaweek 2020 is about to start within these exceptional circumstances and in this episode we see how the Eurekaweek board has adapted to Corona challenges. We'll take you back to how Eurekaweek was in the past and how it compares to this years. So tune in for the very first Eurekaweek podcast episode ever!