Dear NUTSies,

Christmas time is finally here! We will continue a treasured NUTS tradition: the annual Christmas Dinner! The idea is that everyone brings a dish (either starter, main, or dessert). You can sign up via nutsactivity@gmail.com and please let us know what you’ll be bringing! We expect you all to attend dinner in your best Christmas outfits!

When: 18 December
Time: 18:00
Where: Harmony Building (room will be announced asap!)

The dinner is free for members and €2.50 for non-members.

We hope to see you all there!

Dear NUTSies,

It is (almost) the most wonderful time of the year! Get into the festive spirit by joining our Christmas Pub Quiz! Forget about studying and start reading up on all things Christmas related and you might just walk away with some Christmassy prizes!

To get into a proper festive mood, don’t forget to wear you best ugly Christmas sweater!

When: 11 December 2018
Time: 21:00
Where: Café The Crown

This event is free for members and €2.50 for non-members

EDIT: This event has been moved to 18:00! If you have already signed up but can’t make this time, please let the Activity Committee know!

Sinterklaas is back in town, so we’re going to celebrate! All you have to do is sign up via nutsactivity@gmail.com, buy some presents for €5 in total and show up on the 6th of December! We’ll be playing a fun game with the presents, but no worries, we’ll make sure everyone goes home with something!

When: 6th of December
Time: 18:00
Where: 1312.0013

Our amazing Travel Committee has just announced the destination for our 2019 trip!

This year’s trip will be to Edinburgh! The city of amazing second hand book shops, Arthur’s seat, and much more! The trip will be held from the 6th of July till the 12th of July, and costs €280,- including a day trip to the Highlands (which includes visiting Doune Castle (from Outlander), a whisky distillery, and Loch Katrine!) , accommodation and other super fun activities! We will for example do a walking tour, and visit Calton Hill. Of course there will be enough time to visit the book shops!

We will travel there by boat from IJmuiden to Newcastle, and go to Edinburgh by coach. If you want to sign up, or if you have any questions please sent an email to nutstrip@gmail.com. Be quick because first serve first come and it is going fast!

Scholierenacademie is looking for student-assistants! Dutch only (sad).

For the project http://www.wetenschapsdate.nl, they are looking for 20 BA and MA students who’d like to give lectures about their, or other’s, research.  This way, children get to learn about scientific research. Are you interested in teaching children and teachers in an interactive environment? Then they are looking for you!

What skills do you need?

• Presenting yourself in front of a group
• Dealing with children, teachers, and university staff

What do you have to be?

• Flexible
• Punctual
• Enthusiastic about research
• Communicative
• Available for at least one year.

To apply, send a short motivation letter and your CV to Anita Warmelink, scholierenacademie@rug.nl before the 22nd of November. If you are selected, you will be invited for a training session on the 27th of November or the 4th of December.

For any questions, you can contact Anita Warmelink via g.h.warmelink@rug.nl or 050-3638184.

In serious need of some catching up with your Netflix time after the exam? Same here.

The Activity Committee has organised a Movie Night for us! Check out the Facebook Event and vote for the movie you want to watch! Snack and drinks will be provided by NUTS.

Join us for a nice evening in room 1312.0012 from 19:00-21:00!

This event is free for members and €2.50 for non-members.

Dear NUTSies,

Here’s some light reading for you on this dreary day! Enjoy the newsletter and good luck with those last exams and deadlines!

Love,

The NUTS Board