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Mladen - 1st year Communication Student
Meet Mladen Hristov, a Communication major from Bulgaria. In his first year at HAN, he overcame challenges like procrastination and teamwork struggles, excelling in his Digital Marketing course with an impressive 8.8.

“ISW is becoming something special”
The first 25 students graduated in International Social Work in 2024! What are their thoughts? "I loved the diversity of classmates, teachers, and curriculum," says Raven Hak, an International Social Work graduate at HAN University. Raven and fellow graduates D'yonce Boasman and Anett Kis enjoyed the focus on cultural diversity, open discussions, and a supportive, safe atmosphere.

Life Sciences student Tan on the wonderful world of bioreactors and micro-organisms
Life Sciences student Nguyen Minh Tan (20) chose the Biotechnology specialization. He ended up in a complete new world.

Life Sciences student Bernardo takes his time to explore California: 'You really need a car here'
Three years ago, Portuguese student Bernardo Luís came to HAN to study Life Sciences. Wanting to travel as much as possible, he decided to cross the Atlantic for an internship in Irvine, California. “I want to learn about the different scientific approaches used around the world.”
Master in Molecular Life Sciences helps Anne become a full researcher
Anne Jaspers enjoys the ‘hardcore research’ she’s doing for her internship at Synapse, combined with the Master in Molecular Life Sciences at HAN. “It’s all about putting into practice everything you learned during your bachelor studies.
The role of class representative comes naturally to Stas Shchedrovitskaya: ‘The school listens to us’
First year Life Sciences student ‘Stas’ Shchedrovitskaya is class representative. A role which fits her perfectly. The energetic, hypersocial Latvian already feels completely at home in Nijmegen. “I like to just go out and see what I encounter.”
Recognition for social connection online is important
Social connections are important, for example, to combat polarization. At the same time, we are facing digitalization and globalization. How do Social Work students connect with others? What role do social media play in society and how can social workers make use of this?
Colorful statues, fireworks and long days in the lab: Zheliana’s first weeks as an intern in Valencia
From a small town in Bulgaria, Zheliana Radilova came to the Netherlands to study Life Sciences at the HAN. The lab skills she gained in the previous years come in handy at her new internship in Spain. “I notice I have an advantage compared to academic university students.”
''I learn a lot about different cultures from all over the world''
Talia is a 3rd year International Social work student. Curious about her experiences and her advice for new students? Read more to find out.
Hi partner! Want to work together?
Welcome to HAN International Social Work. On this page you find a lot of relevant information for you as future partner. Our aim is to create sustainable partnerships that consist of student and staff mobility, mutual learning and research. Meet Sjors Jansen and Sanne van den Heuvel, your contacts.