

Tariff On Ice, Not So Nice!
By Sokpanha Sar & Cris Leuvelink In this video, we explored how journalism and innovation can be integrated in performativity, which is part of the media innovation program. The video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Enjoy!
Poetry as a Tool for Emotional Clarity and Connection
In recent years, concerns about the mental health of young adults have becomeincreasingly urgent. According to a study conducted by the Rijksinstituut voorVolksgezondheid en Milieu (RIVM) in January 2025, there have been slightimprovements in certain areas of mental well-being such as loneliness, happiness, andlife satisfaction since 2022. However, the study also emphasizes that these gains…

The End of Anonymity
Every step we take, both online and off, is increasingly watched, recorded, and analyzed. From the ever-growing number of surveillance cameras in our streets to the silent, invisible tracking scripts behind every website we visit, privacy in the modern age is eroding at an alarming rate. But it doesn’t stop there. Online, the picture is…

Perfect Imperfections
By Marcos García, Sokpanha Sar, Nicolás Berenguer & Aritz Zabala In an age where beauty is often filtered and edited, Perfect Imperfections emerges as a powerful exploration of how social media is reshaping the way young people see themselves. This project delves into the digital forces influencing self-esteem and body image among younglings between 20…

Student Anxiety: A 360º Perspective
According to a study by the American College Health Association, around 23% of international students reported experiencing anxiety, and 17% reported depression. Meditation has become an essential practice for enhancing mental well-being, especially among populations exposed to high levels of stress, such as international students. For Erasmus students, studying in a foreign country represents a…

Lost in Translation – Wait! What do you say?
Studying abroad is an exciting adventure for many international students, offering a chance to grow both personally and academically. But one of the toughest challenges they often face is dealing with language barriers. While some students may already be pretty comfortable with the language used in their classes, others might struggle to adapt, which can…

How Augmented Reality is Changing Retail
Shopping experience has evolved dramatically over the last decade, with e-commerce and mobile apps taking center stage. One of the latest innovations shaping the industry is Augmented Reality, a technology that allows users to superimpose digital objects into their real-world surroundings through their smartphones or AR devices. Brands like Bershka have already begun integrating AR into their shopping experience….

If You Were in Her Shoes: Would You Feel Safe Walking at Night?
Walking alone at night should be an uneventful experience. Yet, for many women, it remains a constant balancing act between freedom and fear. Exchange students coming to the Netherlands, particularly to Zwolle, bring diverse perspectives on this issue—some finding the situation better than in their home countries, while others feel just as vulnerable. A recent…

The Face of an International Student in Zwolle: Lessons on Building a New Life in a New City
Maria is a 22 year old exchange student from Spain that arrived in Zwolle a few months ago. When she arrived, she was excited but also overwhelmed. She didn’t know anyone, wasn’t used to managing a strict budget, and quickly realized that going out for dinner or traveling every weekend would drain her savings faster…
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