SPRING AWAKENING
Fresh Reads, Cozy Café Vibes
Table of Contents
Student Interview International Women’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day
Student Recommendations
Trial Day
Dear Readers,
As we step into March, we bring you a new edition filled with stories, insights, and celebrations that reflect the diverse experiences of our European Studies community.
In this edition, we celebrate the contributions of female staff members through heartfelt testimonials, explore the significance of St. Patrick’s Day, and share student recommendations to make the most of the month ahead.
Whether you ’ re looking for thoughtprovoking discussions or simply some fresh ideas to enjoy March, we hope you find something that resonates with you!
Thank you - enjoy the read!
Women's Day International
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the resilience, intellect, and leadership of women who have shaped Europe’s past, present, and future. From diplomats to scholars, activists to policymakers, women have been at the forefront of European progress,oftendefyingsocietalnormstomaketheirmark. Throughout history, remarkable women have contributed to shaping European integration, diplomacy, and social change. Simone Veil, a Holocaust survivor and the first female President of the European Parliament, fought for human rights and gender equality in EU policy Ursula von der Leyen, the current President of the European Commission,continuestochallengethestatusquo,advocatingforunity,sustainability, andinclusivity.
Breaking Barriers
As future European leaders, let us be inspired by the women who paved the way and take action ourselves. Let us challenge stereotypes, support one another, and create spaces where every voice is valued Because the future of Europe is not just shaped by policies and treaties it is shaped by thepeoplewhodaretobreakbarriers.
Butprogressisnotjustaboutthoseinhigh positions. It is about the countless female students, researchers, and professionals who bring new perspectives, challenge biases, and foster change within European Studies Every woman pursuing this field is part of a broader movement one that demands representation, equality, and recognition.
Women's Day International
TEACHER TESTIMONIALS
As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we also take a moment to recognize the incredible female staff members who inspire and shape the European Studies community every day Through their dedication to teaching, research, and mentorship, they empower students to think critically, challenge assumptions, and strive for a more inclusive world In this section, our faculty memberssharetheirthoughtsontheremarkablewomenwhohave madealastingimpactwithinourdepartment
Paul Treanor
To All My Female European Studies Colleagues,DearLadies,
Thanks for being extraordinary, engaging,andenthusiastic
Thanks for sharing your knowledge, karma,andkindheartedness.
Thank you for making a difference and being a source of inspiration for usall
Wishingyouawonderful Women’sDay.
HAPPY INTERNATION AL WOMEN'S DAY TO ALL INCREDIBLE WOMEN OUT THERE!
Bart Groenemans
Afewwordsofappreciationfortheincrediblewomen whokeepES(andourlives)runningsmoothly
Throughout my career, first as a language student myself and now as a language teacher, I have been lucky enough to be surrounded by intelligent, passionate women Let’s face it, language studies seem to be a bit of a ‘girl power’ discipline, because morewomenthanmenchoosethisfieldofexpertise, so I have been learning from and working alongside many truly inspiring women every day for my entire life as an adult I believe that over time, men and women have made great progress in blurring the lines between traditional gender roles which is definitelyastepforward Butlet’snotkidourselves,we are not quite there yet That is why it is so important to take this moment to celebrate the amazing women around us They deserve all the applause, confetti,andmaybeevenaglassofwine Theyhaveearnedit!
Credits
Thismagazineisacollaborativeeffortmadepossible bythededicationandcreativityoftheEuropean Studiescommunity.Aspecialthankyougoesoutto everyonewhocontributedtheirtime,energy,and expertisetomakethiseditionasuccess.
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CristinaSpiridon
