ESN Introduction Week September 2025
29th August – 3rd September
Photos Introduction Week September 2024
DISCLAIMER PARTIES:
- Always bring your ID card, 18+ only;
- Wardrobe is mandatory for bags, avoid bringing any larger items;
- Arrive on time! Doors close at 00:00.
The Introduction Week will take place from Friday, August 29th, to Wednesday, September 3rd 2025. Throughout this week, you will be able to discover everything that Groningen and its student life have to offer, while also getting to know many other students! In short, it will be an unforgettable and valuable beginning to your stay in Groningen.
During the Introduction Week, you join a group of 14 other students from different countries. Your group will be guided by two Introduction Guides: these are students who have already lived in Groningen for a while. They will lead your group during the entire Introduction Week programme, help you get to know the city, and answer any questions you might have.
Learn about the 6-Day Programme!
You can find the full programme day by day on this website down below. Disclaimer: the programme on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday takes place only in the evening, so you will not miss any classes in your first week of university.
↑Watch the aftermovie of a past Introweek!↑
A ticket for the Introduction Week includes:
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- Access to the entire Introduction Week programme to kickstart your new life in Groningen (scroll down on this webpage for the full overview);
- An ESNcard (worth €10,50) that gives you access to events organised by ESN Groningen throughout the whole year, next to local and international discounts;
- A goodie bag filled with useful information, goodies and discount vouchers.
- Memories & friends for a lifetime!
Who can participate? How do I get my goodie bag & wristband?
The ESN Introduction Week is open to all students living or studying in Groningen. We welcome Master, Bachelor and exchange students from all universities and colleges in the city and region, such as Hanze, University of Groningen, UCG, NHL Stenden, and more.
In order to participate in the ESN Intro Week, you must come to one of the Sign Up Days to pick up all necessary items for the Intro Week. (wristband, goodie bag, ESNcard, and optional: Student Mobility Card (public transit card)).
In case you miss the Sign Up Days, you must come to one of our information points during the week and pick up all necessary items for the Intro Week. (wristband, goodie bag, ESNcard, and optional: Student Mobility Card (public transit card)).
Questions?
Do you have any questions about the ESN Introduction Week or about ESN Groningen in general? Send us an email at introductionweek@esn-groningen.nl.
Want to Help out?
We cannot organise the Introduction Week all by ourselves. We need your help to make it happen! Do you have some spare time from Friday, August 29th, to Wednesday, September 3rd, and want to help welcome new students to the city? Consider becoming an Introduction Guide or Crew!
Want to organise this next year?
Become the next ESN Executive Board and create memorable experiences for 6,000+ international and Dutch students! Organise two of Groningen’s biggest introduction weeks, 150+ events throughout the year, network with the biggest student associations in the city, and leave your mark on the student community! Applications for the 2026-2027 Board open around February 2026.
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