Ireland has a vibrant music scene, from satirical hip-hop to classic rock, you want it, we got it. This sneak peek into what Ireland has to offer is an offbeat cultural collaboration, perfect for your first injection into Irish sound. The One for Everyone: Hozier Andrew-Hozier Byrne, better known simply as Hozier, crashed onto…
Do Something Worthwhile And Watch A Movie
By Roos Saat For us it is normal to go to parties and enjoy the music played by DJ’s; but in other countries it is not so simple. It may seem surreal to us, as students, that it would be illegal to enjoy and play music during the parties in Elliott. But in Iran, it…
Free From Packaging and From Bad Vibes: “Imagine” in Middelburg
By Hilde Smeenk It is week 13 and finals are approaching fast, so chances are you haven’t left your room in 3 days. Of course, this is problematic: how are you going to fill your Instagram feed to get those likes? Since Valentine’s Day this year, Middelburg has another place that you and your followers…
FASST – For Anyone Slightly Soccer Trained
The end of the semester is approaching; the deadlines are coming closer and jumping at us from nowhere. However, next to the imminent mountain of work that all of us still need to do – except for those lucky nerds who managed to choose just the right courses – there are other events marking the…
The Flash Week 12: Takedowns, Missiles And Artificial Wombs
To be honest, the news has been the last thing on my mind – I can’t even remember what week number this article is supposed to be – and I am sure I am not the only one. Tabula Rasa is back to keep you informed so that you can keep on studying! Little Lamb…
“Girlboss” (2017): Funny, Yet Uninspiring And Narcissistic
The past couple of weeks, the Internet, audiences, Selena Gomez-fans and young adult psychologists have been under the spell of Netflix hit series 13 Reasons Why. Now, if you ask me, there are 13 reasons why and why not the watch the show, which is a story for another time. Today, we’re talking about the latest…
Your New Chinese Playlist
Beyond Beyond is a rock band from Hong Kong. Unlike in most western countries, rock music was not well appreciated in China until the late 90’s, when Beyond managed to popularize it through their music. There are still fierce arguments about whether or not rock was Beyond’s music style. From what I can see, they…
The French Elections: What You Need To Know
2017 has been a year of feared elections. After the American elections and Brexit, the European elections were expected to be a battle between the established power and the far-right movements. And so far, it has been. The Dutch elections last month were the first in a series of feared elections, and many were relieved…
An Evening With The Roosettes: The Evening Of A Lifetime
By Aiske Fonda Let The Roosettes take you back to the first half of the 19th century, when movies were in black and white without an Instagram filter and love could not yet be found on Tinder. Follow them on a romantic journey sparked by brief eye contact, and full of unexpected twists and turns….
Out and About: The Elevator Edition
As with anyone here, my life is filled with ups and downs. Living on the sixth floor of Roggeveenhof leaves me using the elevator at least twice a day. And the elevated life comes with many annoyances. From people who feel the need to press the button for the fifth floor when six is already…
Your New French Playlist
Always wanted to learn more about what trendy music French people listen to? Here’s your chance! From hip-hop to folkloric, there is music for everyone on this playlist. Julien Doré Young, handsome, and talented Julien Doré debuted his solo career on the French musical television show Nouvelle Star in 2007. He is known for his…
The Man Box: Gender stereotyping at its best…
“Men, we’re creatures of habit. We like what we like. Do we like shopping? Nmm. We like tennis. We like… cooking. Mmm. We like fishing. Because… we don’t shop. We decide. The MAN BOX is for you. Your style choices. In a box. To you. Men’s style decision, too.” (Zalando man box, 2017). This TV…
Chabon’s Moonglow – A Reader’s Review
Michael Chabon’s Moonglow (2016) takes on the challenge goal of condensing the author’s complex family history into one engaging read. One part autobiography, one part fiction, multiple parts speculation and embellishment, the end product makes for a satisfying read. Chabon manages to interweave the sting of his family’s hardships with that of a larger collective…
Veritas Forum 2017: Dare To Be A Fool
By Jantine Wignand After both of the speakers had given the audience a warning during their personal introduction — that if you were religious and did not want to be offended and if you were an atheist and did not want to be touched by the love of God, you’d better leave the room — the…
Upcoming: Vrijheidscollege in De Spot
By Yonna Kuipers May 5th 2017 will mark 72 years since the liberation of the Netherlands from Nazi Germany. Liberation has been an important topic in Dutch history and identity for a long time. In light of this, there are also the Roosevelt Four Freedom awards. An award based on FDR’s 1941 speech, promoting four…
Irina Scheer for Program Advisory Committee
By Eden van der Moere The AAC has shocked (and confused) friend and foe when they announced their board’s structure will be changed completely. Today I sit down with Irina Scheer, who is running for the newly formed Program Advisory Committee. Can you introduce yourself? I’m Irina Scheer, I’m 19 years old and I’m from…
Life Imitates Art – A Film, A Poem, And A Song
“Why do we need to have this GSA-week?” It’s a good question. It’s also a convenient question because the very act of asking it, provides the answer. If LGBT visibility were more integrated in popular media, a week like this would perhaps not raise such instant resistance. By isolating LGBT-media, a lot of people might…
Your New Polish Playlist
The line “take me to the place where techno resonates” from the new Coals’ song “Rave03” perfectly reflects the contemporary music scene in Poland; but, before our night escapades, let’s start the day with a bit more joyous rhythms. Make yourself a cup of coffee, turn your speakers on, and drift away with The Dumplings….
Suzanne Oostdam for HAC Bagijnhof Campus Elder
Can you introduce yourself? My name is Suzanne Oostdam. I am 20 years old and I am from Breda, which is the best city in Brabant. I’m not really sure what my major is yet, although I am going to be in my fourth semester. I am probably going to do something in Social Science…
Campveerse Toren: High Tea In Style
For those of you craving sweetness, there are a lot of options to tackle those cravings right here in Middelburg. We have Honeypie for red velvet cake, De Juf for millionaire’s shortcake and Expresszo for special coffees – but what if you want to take it outside of our beloved student town? Then hop on…