European Public Affairs

Rarely do I tell of the countless hours in the Maastricht University library or the hours of intense lectures or massive group projects which occur in my life here in the Netherlands. I figure that the majority of people reading this blog may get bored if I write a summary of the legality, economics, institutional structure or any other complex aspect of the European Union. The program that I am in is called European Public Affairs. Suffice it to say that we live and breathe the facts about Europe that most would never bother themselves with.



My Favorite Bookstore

Those of you who know me well know me to be quite a bookworm. As such, a bookstore is always one of my largest weaknesses. I simply love the atmosphere - the smell, the quiet contemplation, and of course, I adore the written words contained within the walls of a bookstore. In Maastricht, I have found one of my all time favorite bookstores, and being the nerd I am, I had to share the discovery with you.

Sint-Servaasbasiliek

When in Maastricht, it is hard to avoid the story of Saint Servatius, or Sint Servaas (around 310-384). It is fair to say that he is a very important figure to be acquainted with in Maastricht's history.This Roman Catholic Saint was the first bishop of Maastricht and is this city's patron Saint. He is venerated on the 13th of May.