A school for Laos?
Author: DJOnce or twice a week I had to attend a course at a small building next to the Faculty of Social and Behaviour Science. This particular building was added an an extension because of the oversized classes. It is also used for adult learning program. From the outside it reminds me of a school building in Laos but more modern. Whenever I go inside this building I think of the school building project in Laos and how I want to build a school using this model.
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Leiden University Apartment
Author: DJThe majority of my classmates (international students) stay at Hooigracht, a former hosptial. If I had to choose one of the student apartments near the university, this would be my first choice. I knew a girl who used to live there for two years until she moved in with another student with her own apartment across the street from Leiden Centraal Station. Each time I visited her, I was fascinated by the charming characteristics of this historical monument.
The apartment building at Hooigracht 15 contains more than 200 modern, self-contained apartments for a maximum rental period of one year. The building is located in the centre of Leiden, and is close to city centre with shops, market and town hall. There are two supermarkets within walking distance of the building. The apartment building is close to a bus stop and it will take a 7 minute bikeride to reach Leiden Central Station.
This building is classified as a historical monument with its history going back to 1892. It has been used for various purposes and has had a variety of occupants, but in Leiden it is known foremost as the former Elisabeth Hospital (1892-1972). In 2001 it was acquired by SLS Wonen and has since been used mostly for housing international students.
In 2007 the building was completely renovated and modernised but its character remains intact. The stained glass, the original ornaments, the enclosed garden, and colours used for the interior remind one of times past. The single and double occupancy apartments are equipped with all modern conveniences. All the apartments are furnished and have a fully equipped kitchen, plus a bathroom with shower and toilet.
New water sport center for Leiden students
Author: DJOn June 06, 2008, the new student water sport center was opened officially. I didn’t get a chance to visit the place since it was the day to turn in the final version of our Master Thesis. From the photos posted on Leiden University website, the building is beautiful and situated at the right location with the view of the Dwarswatering, the green heart and the club house of Asopos the Vliet. The lucky 89 students will be living above the boat houses. It’s a perfect home for these students with their love for water sports.
Hortus Botanicus Leiden Green House
Author: DJI like to hang out at Hortus Botanicus Leiden Green House whenever I can. During the summer months it is too warm to be inside the green house. I like to visit the place because of the tropical plants and flowers on display. They remind me of Laos, especially the water lilly and few plants that we used to grow on our lawn in Vientiane.
Leiden University Faculty of Law
Author: DJOn April 10, 2008, we were invited by the Honors Class to attend a special lecture at the Faculty of Law. I didn’t even know where the law building is at but have met many Chinese students from that faculty at the beginning of the year during the registration process. After searching on Google map I found the location of the faculty of law which is only a few meters from the international office. Below are some photos from the university website of Leiden University Faculty of Law. I particularly like the photos of the library with rows of computers for the students and the sun roof.
