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Are you curious about what it’s like to be Kaiser Board?? Could you imagine taking on one of the functions within next year’s 31st board? Would you love to bring in new ideas and are you excited about keeping up old traditions? Or do you just want to join another Kaiser borrel? If your answer…
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Breathtaking and surreal photos are what makes Astronomy such an aesthetically appealing study – But how are such stunning photos actually taken? Hear about the technique of long exposure, some tips and tricks of astrophotography and learn how to create beautiful light paintings with your phone during a workshop by Bowen Cameron on March 22nd…
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It is a period of relaxation. Science students seeking rest amidst their busy schedules will see that THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK once again during an evening of bonding over a mutual taking to space and sci-fi classics. In an establishment that is breathing grandeur and has surpassed the age of time with halls whispering tales…
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At the beginning of this month there has been a change in our board and we now have a new Assessor Old Observatory: Melvin Alken, instead of Puck Rooijakkers. Therefore, we are happy to announce to you the board of L.A.D. ‘F. Kaiser’ – Sagittarius A* – for the remainder of the academic year in…
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Another excursion, another excursion!! We’re going on another excursion!!! This time, join us for a trip behind the scenes on Friday, March 10th from 15:00 to the facilities of Europe’s largest aeronautics and space technology company! At Airbus Defence and Space Netherlands, they have state-of-the-art facilities to design, assemble, test and deliver their technologies like…
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Haaappy Birthday too you, happy birthday to youuu, happy birthday, dear… us! Actually! Our Dies is coming up and there will be cake! A lot of it! Need I say more? Yes: Save the day (Wednesday, March 1st) and save the date (10:30-11:30) and come to the Huygens Cantine where we’ll celebrate and toast and…
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First Lustrum Activity!! Join us for a trip behind the scenes to the facilities of the European Space Agency and learn about what people at ESTEC are working on on Friday, February 17th! We will meet at the entrance to ESA (Keplerlaan 1, Noordwijk) at 12:45  and the program of the tour will last until…
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Isn’t it blissful and nice, the days are getting longer and longer! Sadly this comes also with the nights becoming rapidly shorter and observing becoming more and more difficult… But fear not! We will have another observing night on Saturday, February 11th from 19:00, together with the VO-S – the alumni association of the Observatory!…
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A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away…. It is a period of celebration.Science students, seeking restafter the hardships of exams, will see A NEW HOPE on the horizon in honour of 100 years of DLF. During an evening of bonding over a mutual taking to space and sci-fi classics in combination with…
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We’re organizing an Astro Pubquiz together with the Leidsche Flesch!! Join us on January 25th at 7pm at the FooBar for a stellar astronomy-themed pub quiz! Whether you’re a cosmic novice or a galaxy guru, there’s something for everyone at this out-of-this-world event. We’ll not only have amazing questions and snacks from the FrietCie, but…
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