The opening of the new academic year highlighted students' and lecturers' personal motivators. Incoming students were encouraged to be bold, forge their own paths and grow by trial and error.
'All students shape the university', says professor emeritus of Notarial Law Pim Huijgen. 'Personally, I have greatly enjoyed the wonderful task of educating young people.'
On top of the Gorlaeus Building’s bike parking sits a hidden green surprise: Leiden’s largest rooftop garden. As of this academic year, the garden has been open to all students and staff.
What will it be like to study at Leiden University in 2075? You have until 7 September to vote for your favourite on the Uni-visions website.
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