Trumpeters, trombonists and saxo­phonists: pay attention. Antwerp has its own concert band for students and they’re looking for you. Ruth De Maeyer and Lauranne Vandeputte, president and vice president, tell you everything you need to know about Antwerp’s concert band or studentenharmonie.
 

Are you looking to connect with other students of African descent? Do you want to learn more about the rich variety of African cultures in Antwerp? African Youth Organisation Belgium (AYO) gives everyone a warm welcome! dwars interviewed new co-president Elisabeth Vergauwen and last year’s president Eseosa Gevers. “At AYO we focus on friendship and connection, and we try to find a perfect balance between light-hearted fun and educational activities.”
 

Are you missing your Asian home or just looking to discover rich cultures and make a dozen new friends? Then the Asian Students Association (ASA) might just be the perfect fit for you! Celebrating their fifth year of existence, ASA Antwerp is more ambitious than ever to bring together all students fascinated by Asian culture. We interviewed this year’s president and student of International Entrepreneurship Mobina Mousavi: “ASA is an association where you feel like you’ve been there for years, even though it’s only your first week!”
 

It’s time: you’re in Antwerp and now the real studying has started; at least, that is what everyone is telling you. Exams will be here sooner than you think, and your surroundings won’t let you forget that. Unfortunately, even the precious escape of the Internet isn’t safe anymore. You’ve probably seen them pass by on your screen: the student influencers. These accounts don’t commit themselves to lip syncing, dancing or over-the-top acting: that’s right, even studying can get you thousands of followers.
 

Living in a student dorm can be very overwhelming. Especially if you want to take sustainability into account, it can be extra complicated and expensive. Do you want to contribute to a sustainable world without sacrificing your student budget? Make your student dorm a bit greener with these simple and budget-friendly tips!