Monthly Spotlight – August 2020   Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen  The situation in Yemen is not an unknown one. Since 2015, a civil war has been ongoing in the country which has contributed to widespread famine, malnutrition and disease. Since 2016, they have struggled with almost 2.2 million cases of Cholera, the largest outbreak ever recorded.Read more about Monthly Spotlight August 2020 – Yemen Humanitarian Crisis[…]

Monthly Spotlight While reflecting on our statement on Black Lives Matter, we felt that as a Conflict Studies and Human Rights association we had great potential to use our platform to shine a spotlight on various human rights and conflict-related issues. As a result, we came up with the idea to start a monthly spotlight.Read more about Monthly Spotlight[…]

Firstly, we would like to address and apologise for the delay in making this statement. It should have come much sooner. The transition from Board 9 to Board 10 occurred in the midst of the death of George Floyd, and subsequent eruption of awareness around the continued prevalence of global racial injustice. The transition inRead more about Statement on Black Lives Matter[…]

UPDATE CONCERNING COVID-19 Following advice from the Executive Board of the university, we are sad to announce that all CS Ubuntu activities are cancelled until March 31. Due to the closing of the university library buildings, the boardroom will also remain closed until further notice. The board of CS Ubuntu has decided to cancel the BigRead more about ANNOUNCEMENT WITH REGARD TO COVID-19 (Update)[…]

Are you curious about what actually goes on during a board year? Not sure if this might be an exciting new opportunity for you? Come to Drift 25 Room 1.03 on Wednesday the 5th of February at 19:15 for the first Board Information Evening! We the 9th Board will walk you through what a boardRead more about Board Info Evening[…]

We are very excited to announce that CS Ubuntu will be rolling out a new round of merchandise! Not only will our classy classic navy blue and grey CS Ubuntu jumpers and snazzy tote bag be available, but we are also proud to reveal a NEW jumper design! All you need to do to getRead more about New Year – New Merchandise[…]

Always wanted to brush up on your negotiation skills? Interested in international conflict? Do you think you have what it takes to find a way out of a realistic crisis? Then you must join our crisis simulation ‘Conflict Academy’! This edition will simulate an international humanitarian crisis in Somalia. A crisis simulation works as follows:Read more about Conflict Academy – Somalia[…]

Mark your agendas for a new lecture! In our upcoming lecture, dr. Gertjan Plets will elaborate on how cultural heritage in Siberia has been used by different opposing parties – the Russian Federation, ethnic minorities, and gas companies – since the collapse of the Soviet Union to cement ethnic relations. In doing so, this lectureRead more about Cultural Heritage & Ethnic Identity Politics in the Russian Federation[…]

Are you tired of the dreary winter weather? Well, the activities committee has organised just the thing to get you in the festive spirit! On Saturday 14th December join us for an evening to remember! We’re having a Christmas Party! Christmas jumpers are not mandatory but very much encouraged! Keep an eye on our FacebookRead more about Christmas Party![…]

What: Visions on Peace MA Thesis Prize Award & Seminar on the consequences of remote warfare in Syria and Iraq Programme to be announced next week! When: The 6th of December from 13:15 until 17:00. Where: Drift 21, Room 0.32.