Join us for the Alumni & Networking Event in Rome!
Friday, 31 October 2025 | 17.00h | Rome, Italy
Reconnect with the University of Groningen community at the Alumni & Networking Event on 31 October 2025 in Rome! Hosted at the Royal Netherlands Institute (KNIR), this evening brings together alumni, partners, and friends to exchange ideas, celebrate shared memories, and explore new opportunities.
The evening will be centered around the theme Secrets of an Ancient Cemetery. Rector Magnificus Prof. Jacquelien Scherpen will be attending, giving a speech on the state of the University of Groningen and international higher education in general, as well as introducing the keynote speakers. Our keynote speaker Prof. Peter Attema will address the challenges involved with the major excavation of the ancient Latin settlement Crustumerium. A response to this lecture by Prof. Paolo Carafa will be the starting point for an open discussion on archaeology, heritage, and international education. The evening concludes with a networking reception over drinks and a buffet dinner—an inspiring setting to excavate old university bonds, and forge new ones.
The number of tickets is limited. Secure your spot by registering via Eventbrite.
We look forward to reconnecting with you at this alumni & networking event!
Details Event
Date & time
Friday, 31 October 2025,17:00-21:00hrs (CET)
Theme
Secrets of an Ancient Cemetery
Program
17.00 - Walk-in & Registration
17.30 - Welcome by Prof. Tesse Stek, Scientific Director of the Royal Netherlands Institute in Rome (KNIR)
17.40 - Welcome by Prof. Jacquelien Scherpen, Rector Magnificus at the University of Groningen (UG)
17.50 - Keynote Speech by Prof. Peter Attema, University of Groningen: Secrets of an Ancient Cemetery
18.30 - Response by Prof. Paolo Carafa, Sapienza University of Rome: Research, Cooperation and Funerary Heritage
18.45 - Open Discussion
19.00 - Networking Reception
21.00 - End of event
Location
The Royal Netherlands Institute in Rome (KNIR):
Via Omero, 10, 00197 Roma RM, Italy
