ABOUT Ganymedes

You can always sign up in person by coming to one of the drinks or activities. Simply ask one of the board members, and they will help you sign up. You can also sign up online using this link.

Becoming a member gives you full access to everything Ganymedes has to offer. Primarily, that means that you now have access to our members-only events. These include the monthly Book Club meetings, annual camp and international trip, and many others. You're also getting a membership bracelet to show everyone that you are a Ganymedian. With the bracelet, you get a discount on the Thursday Drinks at Tram 13. You also frequently get massive discounts on our paid open events. As a member, you're able to contribute to the association and have a say in its direction. The most common way to do that is by joining one of our committees, which in turn makes you an Active Member, giving you access to a separate group chat and occasional exclusive events. WO & HBO students can also vote at our General Members Assembly, where the most important decisions in the association are taken. Beyond all the practical benefits, when you become a member, you're joining a wonderful, open and supportive community. You'll have access to the WhatsApp group chat with our members, where you can ask questions, share how your life is going or just send memes.💜

In Greek mythology, Zeus had a frequent habit of falling for mortals and then transforming into various animals to meet them. Among the many women, there was one man who Zeus fell for and his name was Ganymede or Ganymedes. In the Iliad, Homer describes Ganymedes as "the loveliest born of the race of mortals". As an eagle, Zeus lifted Ganymedes up to Olympus, where he was granted immortality and became the cup bearer of the gods. Note that there can be various interpretations of Greek myths and the version presented above is just one of them.

Yes, very much so! Most of our official communication is done both in Dutch and English. At our events and in our members group chat, English is the predominant language.

We understand that privacy is an important topic for everyone, especially in LGBTQ+ spaces. This is why we make sure that photos and videos with you at our events are posted only with your consent! Here are the measures we take: We maintain a "no-photo list". You can indicate whether you want to be on this list when you become a member, or later, by talking with our board members. After taking a photo or video where your face is clearly visible, we will ask you if you allow us to post it on our socials. If the answer is no, we will delete it.

While we have plenty of members-only events, we also have regular open events, such as our Thursday Drinks. We welcome all students to join our open events, whether you are a member of the lgbtq+ community, an ally or questioning. Ganymedes is a diverse and open community. However you identify as, whatever background you may have, if you want to have a good time at our "gezellige" events, then we want you to feel welcome. It is possible to come by our open events even if you are not currently studying. However, only students can become members.

Yes. We do not have any hazing practices, nor do you have to attend specific events to join Ganymedes. You become a member just by filling out the forms (and sending them to us, if applying online).