LUC would be nothing without its committees. Luckily, Fortuna has over 30 committees! This means that there is a committee for everyone, including you ;)
22FM is Leiden University College's very own student-run radio station! Live weekly on Wednesdays at 20:00, the station covers a variety of themes and genres - all with the intention to help you discover music you wouldn't have heard otherwise. Join us as we discuss musical history, explore the intersections between culture and sound, and just listen to great tracks - whether old or new. Send in your own song suggestions and tune in to 22FM radio!
ActAware is LUC's green committee🌱🐛. We organise fun events around the topics of sustainability in daily life, bigger environmental matters and raising awareness. We engage with the LUC community, and broader academic organisations for exhibitions, panel discussions, movie screenings 📽️... You can also join our social events like pumpkin carving 🎃and LUC's very own terrace party 🕺. We also manage LUC's terrace garden and compost. Finally, and most importantly, we Act Aware!
The Analog committee is a chance for fortunians to experiment with analog photography and learn about the whole process behind it. We provide for you the film cameras and film rolls, then all together we develop the rolls in one of our bathrooms, and go to a darkroom to print a few pictures. We do a project once a block, around a theme we collectively decide on, and organise an exhibition at the end. The exhibition is often in collaboration with other Fortuna committees and organisations in The Hague.
Career Co aims to bridge the gap between students, alumni, and professors, making career connections and future planning simpler. Studying in broad fields such as liberal arts and sciences can sometimes feel overwhelming, so we provide inspiration and guidance to help students find their own paths. Our signature events include Tuesday Tea, where students connect with professors over tea to learn about their career journeys and advice, and Alumni Café, a casual space for students to meet alumni and share stories. We also produce podcasts with alumni and support larger events of the LUC Alumni Office like the autumn alumni gathering, which drew over 300 attendees.
Dixi is the eloquence, public speaking and debate committee of LUC. We organise events to bring the people of LUC together to express their opinions and improve their public speaking abilities. We pride ourselves in giving a platform for all students to voice their opinions, all while having fun while doing it.
FilmCo is the one-stop-shop for all movie lovers of LUC. We host a variety of screenings such as our infamous Drink when you Cringe, organize themed events such as the Oscar’s pub quiz and offer discounted tickets to prestigious film festivals in The Hague and the rest of the Netherlands, such as the Rotterdam International Film Festival. We plan on expanding our offerings even more so stay tuned, cinephiles!
If getting lost in Europe for free sounds like your kind of adventure, you are at home at Fortuna’s Hitchhiking Committee! You’ll encounter all kinds of people, from the wonderfully eccentric to the intriguingly odd. Discover hidden places as you go from sleeping in German castles to crashing on gas station floors. Meet new people from all around the continent and potentially make long-lasting friendships! All it takes is putting your thumb up and embracing the unknown. Hitchhiking is a core part of the LUC experience, creating the best stories and unforgettable memories twice a year. We hope you're ready to hit the road and see where it takes us! Let us know where you'd like to go and hitch a ride with us!
Language Cafe is a space in which you learn new languages while having fun. We organize events such as game nights, movie screenings, outings, and more. We provide a nice environment where people can share the languages they speak and bond with them. Language Cafe is also learning about new cultures. It’s a platform which gives an opportunity to connect.
The LUC Literary Society is the place for book lovers, storytellers, and literary enthusiasts alike! Most notably, we organize TheBook of the Block where we gather to read and discuss one book each block. Have you ever visited a book museum? With our committee you can look forward to our annual visit to Huis van Boek, a short walk from LUC. From cute collabs with LUC committees to cheerful potlucks, we are a group of students who look forward to cozying up to a hot cup of tea and a good book. Follow us on instagram @theliterarysociety.luc.
LUC4People is LUC's very own volunteering committee! We are a student-led group of community-minded and ambitious individuals who collaborate with local organizations in order to host guest speakers, offer volunteer opportunities and show films about civic engagement. We aim to inspire civic engagement among university students through local volunteering and community involvement within The Hague and the Netherlands. Follow us on instagram @luc4people for updates!
DanceCo is Leiden University College’s lively dance committee where everyone’s invited to move, groove, and have fun! We host weekly classes, creative workshops, and exciting performances that bring dancers of all styles and levels together. From hip-hop and jazz to contemporary and beyond, DanceCo is all about learning new moves, building confidence, and connecting with a vibrant community that loves to dance. Whether you’re a total beginner or a competition pro, DanceCo is your place to shine, sweat, and share the joy of dance!
LUC.id aims to document and showcase the identitities of Leiden University College. Whether this is done through event photography, video projects or themed exhibitions; LUC.id serves as a creative medium for students, by students. Curious to see our work? Check out our Instagram @lucidentities!
LUC’s Model United Nations committee allows you to practice and refine your public speaking, negotiation, and diplomacy skills. We organize trips to student conferences held all around the world, where delegates represent a country and discuss global pressing issues in the shoes of a diplomat. At LUCMUN, we emphasize being open to all levels. New to Model United Nations conferences? Feel they can be quite daunting? Fear not! We host weekly training sessions open to all, to help our delegates gain the confidence and practical knowledge needed to partake in MUN conferences.
LUC Nexus bridges the gap between academics and experiences by connecting students with the professional environment of The Hague and beyond. Through activities such as visits and trips to institutions and organisations, as well as insightful talks, the committee offers students from all the LUC majors opportunities to engage with the professional environment.
15 years = 15 events. We call that Lustrum math.
For Fortuna’s 15th anniversary, the Lustrum committee has been appointed with the exciting task to celebrate LUC’s rich student community. From the Silver Hour Coasters Party and Sports Day to the Fortuna Aeternum art contest, we collaborate with other committees to make our events as diverse and accessible as possible. The upcoming Lustrum Gala will be the jewel of the crown that is this anniversary year, because Fortuna is well worth it.
Lady Lustrum says… see you soon !
Yours Shimmerly,
The Lustrum Board"
Masterclass is a committee that hosts weekly cooking classes aimed at equipping LUC students with the skills to prepare simple, affordable, and diverse vegetarian meals. Each session features a new dish, giving students the opportunity to expand their culinary knowledge while learning practical cooking techniques. These hands-on lessons provide a fun and social way to engage with food, helping students gain confidence in the kitchen, develop essential skills, and foster a sense of community at LUC.
Welcome to the Meditation Committee – your gateway to inner peace and calm amidst the university hustle. Whether you're a seasoned meditator or just starting out, everyone is welcome. Our committee is all about diving into self-discovery and cultivating a deeper understanding of ourselves. Through a variety of meditation techniques, we guide you on a journey to mental silence and tranquility. It's not just about the meditation itself; we're a tight-knit community, where sharing experiences is as essential as finding serenity. So, take a break from the LUC-buzz and join us for our weekly sessions and thematic events such as Beach Yoga, Hugging Meditation, Forest Meditation or Acting Meditation. Together, we'll create meaningful connections and spread self-awareness within our bubble.
From music genres ranging from classical all the way to rock, MusicCo, LUC’s performing
arts committee, creates a space for students to express their musical talents and interest.
With a few concerts each block, MusicCo creates many opportunities for students to show
off their passion for music or simply enjoy their peers’ performances. As a committee, we
aim to create a community where every voice, rhythm and melody can shine!
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SexCo, the Sexuality Committee at Leiden University College, is dedicated to destigmatizing conversations about sex, sexuality, and sexual health. Through discussions and events, SexCo creates a safe, inclusive space for students to learn, share, and engage openly. The committee promotes awareness about consent, pleasure, relationships, and sexual wellbeing while challenging taboos and misinformation. By collaborating with other student organizations and health professionals, SexCo encourages a culture of respect, inclusivity, and empowerment. Its mission is to normalize open dialogue around sexual topics, ensuring every student feels supported, informed, and confident in navigating their own sexual identity and experiences responsibly.
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Surfco is the brand new surfing committee created this year 2025-26 ‼️🏖️. It combines fun, affordability and a real going out of the bubble experience. Taking the fresh air of the North Sea is what we often forget to do at LUC despite living only 15 min by tram from the Schevenigen Strand. That is why Surfco now exists ☀️: for students who want to discover the world of surfing : beginner, intermediate, and advanced surfers accepted 🙃. In partnership with Surf’s Cool, we guarantee cheap prices (up to 15€) for 2 hours sessions with board, wetsuit and amazing teachers including the National coach of the Dutch Surfing team. With approximately 6 sessions a year, we hope to see every motivated and curious students in the water 😁🌊🏄♀️
Studio 582 is a student-organized committee that hosts affordable parties for LUC students. We organize off-campus events that give students a chance to explore and experience the city of The Hague and its nightlife beyond the AvB bubble. We bring the parties, you bring the vibes!
The Grey Zone is a committee dedicated to creating an open platform to discuss political phenomena prevalent throughout our daily lives. Through journals, podcasts and other events made for students by students, we hope to create an environment within Leiden University College that allows diverse, safe and high-quality discourse to flourish.
The mission of Travel & Hill is to encourage LUC students to explore Den Haag and the Netherlands, their (host) city and country! Whether that's canoeing in the canals, going to see the famous Dutch grey seals or tulip fields, hiking in the dunes, and many more hidden gems all around The Hague area and the wider Netherlands. We guide LUCers in affordable and accessible short trips, outdoor or cultural activities. As we say, “If we can’t burst the bubble, let's move it around!
From painting with friends to cozy crochet workshops and messy pottery nights, the Visual Arts Committee is all about creating and connecting! This is your space to relax, experiment and make something beautiful. We host paint & sips, pottery sessions, crochet workshops, and sometimes even take our art outside for museum trips or painting afternoons in the Haagse Bos. Come join us and add a splash of creativity to your week! No pressure, no experience needed, just a love for making and sharing!