THUAS Talks
Real Stories. Fresh Perspectives.
Date: May 20, 2025
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: Speakers' Corner
Back for its third edition, THUAS Talks brings together students who are ready to share their stories, ideas, and experiences. Get a glimpse into the lives and thoughts of THUAS students, and hear what they have to say about the things that matter most.
Our THUAS Talkers will be announced soon, but you can already join our free guest list to be part of the audience.
This event is brought to you in collaboration with European Studies students Erben Oosting and Demi Vreden.
Previous editions
Couldn't make it to THUAS Talks in person? Don't worry, catch up on all the insightful discussions and inspiring moments by watching the talks here!
The Son of Migrants
Aaron is a European Studies student and passionate activist against injustice, hailing from a Congolese background. He will delve into his personal journey, shedding light on the often overlooked challenges faced by immigrants living in the Netherlands.
Grass Roots
Eliot is an American Finn, studying International Law. His talk covers the dramatic and tragic reality of how the grass on the lawn of a house has been weaponized to discriminate people of color in the United States.
Children of War
Somia is a third year European Studies student, who fled from Afghanistan eight years ago, and has been living in the Netherlands ever since. In her talk Somia describes how the traumas of war are passed down through generations.
The land without an identity
Join Aiden on a journey through Belize's captivating story, colored by his own native experiences. From growing up in a family resort bustling with visitors to studying in The Hague, Aiden paints a vivid picture of Belize's cultural heritage.
Living one drink at a time
Delaney, an American exchange student studying European Studies, shares her personal battle with substance abuse. Her talk is a raw, heartfelt account of her journey, aiming to shed light on the complex realities of addiction among young adults.
Big fish in small pond
Meet Anna, whose journey from the colorful streets of Vietnam to the Netherlands sparks a remarkable adventure. In this talk, Anna dives deep into life's meaning, challenging norms and urging us to embrace the questions that drive us.