Algebra, activism and asbestos: the curious life of Fred Rohde

As a mathematician, Fred Rohde (77) explored the world of numbers. As a photographer, he captured demonstrations. And now he’s reconstructing his mother’s wartime story – an extraordinary tale of her stay with an Austrian family, the inventors of asbestos cement.

Dies Festival for Alumni (event in Dutch)

Join us for the Dies Festival, a special celebration for alumni marking Leiden University's anniversary. On Saturday, February 7, we will honour the university's history and future with former students and academics. Enjoy inspiring lectures and engaging encounters in the Kamerlingh Onnes Building, starting with lunch.

Acquisition of oldest map of Dutch island Dejima in Japan

Houses, warehouses, wells, a mooring and even a stable. All of this can be seen on the oldest known map of the island of Dejima acquired by Leiden University Libraries. The map provides a highly detailed picture of a tiny living environment on the isolated island.

‘Leiden had many more connections with the rest of the world than I thought’

Izra ter Weer's mother had studied English Language and Culture in Leiden and was so enthusiastic about her studies that Izra decided to follow in her footsteps. Izra now works at a strategic consultancy firm and organises the annual Cleveringa Meeting in Luxembourg.

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