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Dear PhD friends,

Gopher here, updating you with the latest fun things to do and courses to attend for you in February! In case the winter-blues are getting to you, don’t worry we are here to make it all better. Last week we had our annual potluck dinner in which a lot of new flavors were present! A lot of PhD councils joined this dinner and we discussed various ways to make PhD life smoother and easier. Gopher and the PhD councils will keep you all updated on these upcoming collaborations and events.

This month we have our brand new Carnaval Trip to Maastricht to broaden your Dutch cultural knowledge (absolutely not to get hammered together). Also don’t forget about the Gopher clubs in which we bring PhDs with similar hobbies, interests or ideas together and help you organize activities. Coming soon is our brand new Research Communication Group in which PhDs with a particular interest in outreach can share experiences and hopefully find some nice collaborations as well.

Last but not least, due to major success of our two yoga workshops we are organizing a complete 6- kundalini yoga course with a very PhD friendly price. It started last Monday but there are still some limited spots available, if you are quick. Stay tuned for our amazing March events, such as a workshop on international networking, visiting the Whisky Festival with a special PhD discount (so don't buy your tickets just yet..) AND or famous Pubquiz (so start creating some teams already...)!


That’s all for now, Gopher OUT…

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UPCOMING EVENTS


Kundalini Yoga Course 

During our stressy PhD life and cramped positions behind our desks reading/writing papers, we may not forget the importance of a healthy and balanced life, This 6-week yoga course, which started last Monday (30.01.2017) will give you the opportunity to join a 90 minute class every Monday and Wednesday. This only for 30 € in total!!! So even if you could only attend one day a week, the price is still ridiculously cheap. We thank our lovely teacher Cristina for this, who puts a lot of love and devotion in these classes. Get your stretch on and join us for this unique opportunity. 

When: Every Monday and Wednesday for six weeks from 6 - 7:30 PM
Where: Edanz studio 10, Van Oldenbarneveltlaan 6, 9716 EJ Groningen
Price: € 30 PhDs / € 50 non/PhD

Please register beforehand using this FORM.
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PhD Movie Update

Our deepest apologies to all of you looking forward to the PhD movies, but due to copyright issues we have to cancel the screening of the PhD (1 and 2) movies. Even though many of us feel a certain affinity with the Pirates of the Caribbean, Gopher will not engage in illegal practices. BUT, we have a fair replacement for you guys. On the 8th of February we will go together to see Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Dot Groningen, see below for more information.


08/02 Gopher Movie Night

A long time ago in a galaxy far far away....George Lucas made a really good movie and we are thrilled to see that Dot Groningen will be screening it on the 8th of February. The movie is the epic conclusion to the original star wars trilogy. We would love if you would join us - whether you are a seasoned star wars veteran or have never seen a star wars movie in your life. We will meet up at 7:30 pm for a Gopher-provided free drink and then watch the movie at 8 pm. Let us know if you would like to join our group. May the force be with you!


When: Wednesday 8th of February, 7:30 pm 
Where: Dot Groningen, Vrydemalaan 2, 9713 WS Groningen
Price: € 5 for the movie + Free drink from Gopher 

Let us know through our Facebook event if you will join!

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12/02 Sunday Board Games

As always we are turning lazy Sunday into competing Sunday! At De Koffer we will organize board games with as theme of the month Saboteurs. Players take on the role of dwarves. As miners, they are in a mine, hunting for gold. Suddenly, a pick axe swings down and shatters the mine lamp. The saboteur has struck. But which of the players are saboteurs? Will you find the gold, or will the fiendish actions of the saboteurs lead them to it first? 

When: Sunday 12th of February, from 4 PM
Where: De koffer, Nieuwe Blekerstraat 1, 9718 ED Groningen
Price: Free of charge

No registration needed, just show up!


24/02 
Printing Your Thesis Workshop

 

Make the pages of your research into a beautiful piece of art that will be remembered by all and be the cherry on your PhD pie. How to do this and which platforms to use you ask? Come to Ridderprint’s workshop and learn about all the do’s and don’ts. Free lunch will be provided.

When: Friday 24th of February, from 12 - 1:30 PM
Where: Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences B0126 (Gadourekzaal), Grote Rozenstraat 31
Price: Free of charge including lunch 

Spots are limited, so register quickly through this FORM.

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25 - 26/02 Carnaval Trip Maastricht

It’s almost time to dress up like fools and drink like beasts during Maastricht carnaval. Congratulations to all those who registered, we will turn you into southern Dutchies for the weekend and enjoy this unique celebration with costumes and parades together. More information about timing and logistics will follow soon. ALAAAAF....

When: Saturday 25 - Sunday 26 February
Where: Maastricht 
Price: € 46 PhD / € 56 non-PhD (includes: train-tickets, 1 night hostel stay, 1 breakfast on Sunday, tourist tax)

This event is full, please register on the waiting list

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Gopher Clubs

With our busy schedules it's not always easy to create a social network and find people that like to do what you do in their free time. That's why Gopher is very passionate in uniting you guys to do so. Below you find the already existing clubs with their individual page, which you are more than welcome to join. However, do you have a hobby or interest that is not yet represented? Let us know and together we will build the platform!

CONTACT


Gopher on Facebook
Join Gopher on Facebook to keep informed on upcoming events, share photos, and discuss with other PhD’s of the RUG on various issues. You can also add our events to your Google Calendar.

Email
In general, if you have questions of any kind regarding your PhD or you would like to get involved in Gopher, contact us at gopher@rug.nl.

More information on our website www.gophergroningen.com

Your Gopher Board

GOPHER is the PhD organisation of the University of Groningen, providing a platform for PhD students to develop themselves, to network and to get to know fellow PhD students through educational and recreational events. Every PhD student is welcome to participate in GOPHER’s events and to suggest and organise new events. If you wish to get involved or just join the events, please contact the board at gopher@rug.nl or join their Facebook group for more information.







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