Science Honours Academy

Events

Reports on past events.

Introductory Evening

The 9th of September an introductory event organised by the student board for the new SHA students took place. The evening started with an introductory presentation in room Theatron in Educatorium. Afterwards, dinner was served outside, close to the Uithof. Fortunately the weather remained dry. It was the perfect opportunity to have a nice conversation…

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MasterClass: Creative Thinking and Memorisation (CANCELLED/DIGITAL)

Sadly, due to corona, this event cannot take place physically. Therefore, there will be digital alternatives, so you can still earn your points required for fulfilling the Interdisciplinary Module (SHA part) of your honours programme. More information on this can be found in your inbox. 

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Symposium: Serendipity in Science (CANCELLED/DIGITAL)

‘Serendipity’ is a classification used to describe scientific discoveries that happen at the intersection of chance and wisdom. Serendipity is, therefore, the art of making an unsought finding. But how can you find something you are not looking for and how can you value your finding? During this symposium, different serendipities will be discussed! Eager…

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Masterclass: Presenting yourself (CANCELLED/DIGITAL)

A fist impression is a window of only 7 seconds. This is how long it takes for a person to create an opinion. Therefore, it is important to introduce yourself, because it shows your ability to meet new people confidently. It makes others feel more comfortable and allows you to make a sound first impression!…

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Symposium: Philosophy of Science (CANCELLED)

Science as we know it is rooted in the seventeenth-century Scientific Revolution. Since then, the foundations of the sciences have been the subject of constant debate. How certain is scientific knowledge? Is there such a thing as a scientific method? What is the relationship between science and metaphysics? What is the nature of space and…

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SHA Music Night 19th of February

The first-ever SHA Music Night was a great success! A few musicians from the SHA had gathered a couple of times to rehearse 10 songs that were performed in the Cambridge bar. We from the music committee had a fantastic evening and we hope all guests did too. The final song wouldn’t have been as…

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National Trip: HMFL&FELIX or Donders (POSTPONED)

Dear SHA students, For the SHA National Trip of this spring, the SHA is inviting you to join us on our excursion in April/May (date will be announced later due to COVID-19). We are very happy to reveal the institutions we will be visiting: HFML/FELIX or the DONDERS institute. The researchers at HFML/FELIX build and use high…

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Pubquiz: All around the world

International love, baby! An important feature of the SHA is the international character. But how much do you actually know about the world? The pubquiz committee is excited to announce the second pubquiz of the year on the 5th of March. Join the battle with your friends in Mick O’Connells and take that prize home!…

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Entrepreneurial thinking: Are you an entrepreneur?

Often, we see entrepreneurs as bold risk-takers and revolutionists with completely original ideas. We believe that their overall experience and skills in the niche area are the most important factor that will determine their level of success. However, the most successful entrepreneurs have developed a certain set of skills that have helped them reach their goals. It is about…

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SHA Music Night

For the first time in history! Students from the SHA have organised a music night on which 8 musicians will perform. Want to see all the fellow students whom you have met during the High Tea Roulette? Or support your fellow students on stage? Have a drink and meet-up with other SHA students? Then this…

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