News4Internationals (University of Hohenheim)

With Eid al-Fitr|Şeker Bayramı around the corner and the holy month of Ramadan|Ramazan behind us, Lucy and Deniz meet Muslim students and talk to them about Ramadan, breaking the fast and Eid. How do they experience Ramadan in Hohenheim? How do you get in touch with the Muslim community? Learn more about its religious background, find out how Ramadan is celebrated worldwide and in our guests' countries, and why Eid is also known as "sugar festival". ______________________________________________ Credit to Background Music: Track: Middle Eastern Arabic Music Name Artist: Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras Link: https://soundgalleryby.fanlink.to/g2AT 

Aish and Flo introduce us to the UniNow app that helps you find your way to the right lecture hall, your schedule, and even check out the Mensa meal plan - and the best is that it's free! KIM, the Communication, Information and Media Center, offers many services, e.g. help with internet problems, software, but also operate the printers on campus which can also scan and copy. You only need your student ID card. Tune in to learn more! UniNow app can be downloaded in PlayStore and AppStore! Info about KIM print, scan, and copy options: https://kim.uni-hohenheim.de/en/106274

Sahar and Bahram speak about Bahram's way from being an international IBE MSc student to being an employee at Mercedes Benz/Daimler.

How did he land a job in such a prestigious company? What skills were needed? Which language skills were demanded? Bahram's way into Mercedes-Benz/Daimler already began during his studies! Listen to his personal experiences, and get useful tips and recommendations on how you, too, can increase your chances to find a job in Germany after graduation.

Sign up for the free workshop "Job Application Training" on Sept 20, 12 - 2:30 pm at https://t.ly/Dc9bq

Come back for our next episode about internships!

STUDENT LIFE HACKS!  Did you ever feel confused about the different situations in your dorm? Here we will tell you these following aspects that were a bit confusing when you first came to Germany as a foreign student:  •Rooms & bathrooms •Fire alarms •Packages delivery •Garbage separation •Cleaning plans •Random hacks or tips

Lucy from Mexico and Marian from Costa Rica talk about Christmas traditions, decorations and of course food at Christmas in their countries, and where they may or may not be similar. We also hear a German perspective on Christmas in Guatemala. How much do celebrations in these four countries have in common?

How different is German Christmas from the way you celebrate it in your home countries? Feel free to share your experience via AnchorFM for a possible follow-up! Visit https://anchor.fm/news4internationals and send us your thoughts!

It's sunny and warm again here in Hohenheim. Radip is curious as the campus closes down for Easter holidays and in this episode Marian is helping Radip understand what Easter is, why it is celebrated and different ways of celebration in different countries.  Listen in to learn about how people usually celebrate Easter in Germany and listen very close as you might find an Easter Egg in this episode. ;) 

Marian meets Maximilian Scheu of Innovation Greenhouse. What is Innovation Greenhouse, you may ask? Let us quote: "Inno Greenhouse strives to develop the university into one of the strongest start-up universities in Germany [...] and aims to strengthen the entrepreneurial thinking and mindset. Inno Greenhouse promotes sustainable innovations and ideas that change the current toward a better future." - Doesn't that sound amazing? Tune in for an episode that brings out the little entrepreneur in you. Do you dream of making the next big invention? Have you ever had an innovative idea but were too afraid to put it into practice? Perhaps you lack the right comrades-in-arms? Are you simply afraid of failure? Maximilian Scheu has great news for everyone! - And hey, why don't you drop by the StartupGarage in HS 10 on 19.04.2022 and find out what potential lies dormant on Hohenheim's campus...

Link to Innovation Greenhouse: https://inno-greenhouse.uni-hohenheim.de/
Link to StartupGarage, 19.04.2022: https://inno-greenhouse.uni-hohenheim.de/startupgarage
Link to Inno Greenhouse's podcast and YouTube channel: https://inno-greenhouse.uni-hohenheim.de/inno-podcast

Any ideas or wishes for our next episodes? Drop us a message via AnchorFM or contact us: welcome-week@ua.uni-hohenheim.de

The CareerCenter Hohenheim is part of the ZSK, the Central Student and Career Counselling Service. The CareerCenter explores your professional orientation with you, helps with your application documents, offers seminars on important qualifications and soft skills, and organises company contact fairs. They also offer a database for internships, student and part-time jobs, and even direct entry after graduation. You can contact them during their open office hours via Zoom (Tue, 2pm - 4pm) or in person (Thur, 10am - 12pm) in Kirchnerstrasse 5, 70599 Stuttgart (r. 110, 111). Doesn't fit your schedule? You can book an individual counselling session via career@uni-hohenheim.de, too! Visit their website: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/cch. The free webinar "Applying for Jobs in Germany" can be found here: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/career-entry-webinars. Register for our free workshop "No Guesswork, No Stress - Study Skills for Success" (26 Nov) where you can learn new methods to improve your learning behaviour here: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/seminar?tx_uniseminars_pi1[courseId]=7674.

🌟📽 Join us for our video podcast premiere, and our first episode of our new series #InternationalVoices, in which present you fellow students and their remarkable stories! 🌍🗣 In today's episode, Alessio Alberti, an Erasmus+ exchange student from Italy 🇮🇹, shares his journey from Milano to Brussels, and finally to Hohenheim. We speak about his international experiences, and Alessio offers us unique insight into his previous internship at the European Parliament in Brussels. 🇪🇺 Tune in to this inspiring conversation! 💯

In this episode, Mayer and Mischa talk about the food footprint each one of us leaves and how we can reduce it. We will tell you about shops and initiatives where you can buy local produce and unwrapped products. We also explain how to save food and donate leftover food to share-shelves, and explore the many options you have to make a change in our world. We have listed all the shops, initiatives and apps for you in our blog post https://bit.ly/3AYdPq3 and included addresses and more information. Be sure to check it out!

In this episode, Ada talks about different housing options for accommodation as an International student. From how to get a student dorm or a private apartment to some survival hacks for communal living in the dorm.  Referenced in this episode: Email address for feedback/questions: news4internationals@gmail.com Where to search for apartments: - Uni website: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/accommodations - Private offers: www.immowelt.de, www.wg-suche.de Other episodes/student resources: - Episode about trash separation: Click here to listen https://anchor.fm/news4internationals/episodes/Typically-German-Waste-Separation-and-Pfand-evigku - Video about Student ID card: 

This week, Ada asks a few friends about the most surprising things they found about living/studying in Germany and shares with you some of the responses. From the language to social differences, even to the food and weather - here are 12 culture shocks you might experience. Which ones did we leave out?

Last week Ada told you about her trip to Heidelberg, and honestly, Heidelberg is great, especially if you like old towns. This week I'm taking you to Mannheim which is right next to Heidelberg. So why not combine the two?

https://news4internationals.wordpress.com/2021/06/02/impressions-of-mannheim/

Mannheim city map: http://karteplan.com/deutschland/stadt/mannheim/touristischer-stadtplan-von-mannheim.jpg

In this episode, Ada and Michael discuss the experience of travelling during a pandemic: the travel regulations, entry and re-entry requirements, time in quarantine and different attitudes to the covid lock down.

🌿🎓 In this sun-kissed episode, we dive deep into the world of academia with Hemanth Puppala, a passionate PhD candidate who chose to continue his academic journey at the University of Hohenheim after completing his Master’s there. Ever wondered about the difference between a PhD candidate and a PhD student? Hemanth breaks it down, sharing invaluable insights on the advantages of both paths, navigating the paperwork, overcoming challenges, and what keeps him motivated. Don’t miss it! 🌞📚

#UniversityofHohenheim #PhDLife #AcademicJourney #SummerVibes

Have you ever wondered if your exam prep methods are helping you, or potentially hindering you in achieving the grades you want?

Apart from taking advantage of workshops like "No Guesswork, No Stress: Study Skills for Success" (you can find workshops on F.I.T. Hohenheim), you can try the following tips Martin has for you. Not only is he studying two degrees (Agribusiness & Crop Sciences), but he is also volunteering in the student parliament, all while maintaining a social life! [Repost]

For this episode we have invited a special guest again: Martin.

He is studying for two masters, Agribusiness and Crop Sciences, and is part of the student parliament. Martin and Deniz talk about exam preparation and their experiences with strategies to cope with all the learning material alongside the other commitments you have in life.

What works and what probably doesn't work? How do I find the right strategy for me? What if I lose motivation? What is the right balance between learning and leisure time? And what's the deal with the two exam periods? Listen in and maybe you'll pick up a tip or two! :)

Come back for part II, where we ask the Examinations Office about registration and deregistration procedures, what to do if you get sick or realize you're not well prepared, what happens if you ever fail an exam, and everything else you need to know.

Three "Learn how to study" workshops coming up during summer semester of 2023!

~~ we apologise for the slight echo~~ Coming to Hohenheim soon and don't know anything about German health insurance yet?! Jessica works for a German public health insurance provider. She will guide us through the maze of coverage options, rules, and benefits in this essential episode. Are you a new student? Take a look at the Welcome Guide, provided by the Office of International Affairs at the University of Hohenheim: https://t.ly/5gSsd

Mariam and Radip talk about the most essential things to do right after you come to Hohenheim, from registering with the Bürgerbüro to visa extension, exam registration and more. Check out this episode to learn more. Follow these links to find detailed step-by-step instructions on enrollment: 1. EU students: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/enrollment-bachelor-master and 2. Non-EU students: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/enrollment-international-students-non-eu.

In this episode, Lucy invites Shady and Ahmad, students of the University of Hohenheim, to an interesting interview about their lives as Muslims in Stuttgart and how they practice some of their belief far away from home.

If you are a Muslim coming to Hohenheim, or interested in Islam, you can also check out the student group MSGH - Muslim Student Group Hohenheim: https://www.facebook.com/hohenheimmuslims/

If you want to see any other topics covered or want to join us for a podcast episode, reach out to us! We are happy to hear your story!

Lucy and Marian talk about the many options you can choose from while living in Stuttgart: Bus, U-Bahn, S-Bahn or the Zacke? What's the difference, where do they go, what do they cost? Where do you get tickets from and are there special prices for students? What if you want to visit Heidelberg or Lake Constance and don't want to pay for an ICE? And why would you ever want to book an ICE? Let's find out!

Hello, we are finally back!

This time, we are discussing the housing situation in Stuttgart and specifically what options you have if you are coming to Hohenheim as a new international student.

What is living in the student dorms like? What do you need to know about student housing? What are important deadlines and useful tips to remember? We also take a look at options off campus. Where should you look for offers? What is a WG? Do you need to let your landlord into the apartment? And what the heck is going on with German kitchens?!

This episode will offer help for new and old Hohenheimers alike! !This is part 1 of a two-part series. Stay tuned for the next episode! *on campus* Studierendenwerk Tübingen-Hohenheim: https://www.my-stuwe.de/en/housing/halls-of-residence-hohenheim/ Remember: confirm their emails! *off campus* WG-gesucht: https://www.wg-gesucht.de/ ImmoScout24: https://www.immobilienscout24.de Ebay Kleinanzeigen: https://www.kleinanzeigen.de/

*request help finding private housing*

internationals@ua.uni-hohenheim.de, subject: "Housing" Follow @news4internationals_hohenheim

Would you like to finally understand the difference between public & private insurance, which one you need, how to get one and also how to get a doctors appointment for the first time? Then stay tuned and enjoy this episode!  Contact us via email: news4internationals@gmail.com  Check out the Blog: news4internationals.wordpress.com

The world is moving closer together, we are globally linked, leisure, study and work take us digitally and physically to other countries. At the same time, hurricanes, forest fires, hailstorms, floods, draughts and landslides are making it increasingly clear that we urgently need to rethink our means of production and travel in order to stop heating up the planet and curb climate change. Off the plane, but where to?

Deniz (Crop Sciences) sat together with Helene (Crop Sciences), Anna (Organic Agriculture/Researcher) and Mischa (Environmental Protection and Food Production) to discuss and share how we can travel more sustainably, both, for business and leisure. Many students and researchers join summer schools, workshops and conferences, like the upcoming ELLS conference in Hohenheim, to gather, share and develop research, forever striving to improve ourselves and our impact on the planet.

But even if you are someone who prefers to travel for leisure, there are lots of ways for you to be more sustainable! Especially if you want to explore Europe/the EU during your studies in Hohenheim, you should seriously consider Interrail/Eurail. For comparatively little money you can go through all of Europe (or only to one specific country) by using trains, busses and even some ferries. What better way to learn about the many countries and cultures of Europe? The path is the goal!

 

Check out interrail/eurail: https://www.interrail.eu/en and take a look at the night train network: https://back-on-track.eu/. Flixbus https://global.flixbus.com/ and Flixtrain: https://www.flixtrain.com/. 

Have you every travelled sustainably? Share your experience with us: internationals@ua.uni-hohenheim.de or dm us on Instagram @news4internationals_hohenheim!

What exactly is Christmas and what does Christmas look like in Germany? What are Gutsle and what is this fir tree all about? What is an essential part of Christmas for us Germans? We have collected a few things. However, every family and every region has different or additional traditions, so the list is far from complete.

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Mirjam tells about Christmas customs in the Ore Mountains and where they originated. She also explains the origin of the Schwippbögen, small wooden arches with candles that we can often see in German windows at Christmas time.

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Winnie talks to Yingjie about international student participation and its effects, the student group Re2Queer, and how we can accept and acknowledge who we are and why.

[Repost] Martin and Deniz discuss helpful tips and tricks for the upcoming exam prep period. How can you keep up with your workload and still find the time to meet your friends and do something nice and relaxing for yourself? Learn more in this episode! Stay tuned for the second part about all important rules and regulations explained by the examinations office.

Our first episode talks about the most important rules during the current lockdown in Germany, 16.12.2020. - 10.01.2021*.

The next episode provides insights into German Christmas traditions, both traditional and individual. Tune in again for News4Internationals - your podcast for news and stories on campus and beyond.

*now 14.02.2021

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We invited Anna from AKN to tell all of us about the Sustainability Week happening in Hohenheim from 12 - 16 June!

It starts on Monday with the Schnippeldisko, which is followed by lectures, art work, plant exchanges, bread baking, clothing fair, and many more events where you can learn about and actively participate in sustainable activities and development.

Visit https://hochschule-n-bw.de/en/local/hohenheim/ for the full schedule, and follow AKN @aknunihohenheim and the official university channel @unihohenheim for updates! See you next week!

Ada talks to Prasanth about how he's been beating boredom and spending his spare time since arriving at Hohenheim. He talks about his recent trip to the Urach waterfalls and makes some suggestions for other students to have fun around the city despite the Covid19 restrictions. 

How have you been spending your spare time? 

Sahar and Eranda meet to talk business. On what premises did Eranda decide on his further studies? What are his academic and professional background and goals? How does Eranda put his previous knowledge to work here? Where did he collect hiwi job experiences, and how did these develop his professional skills? And what after graduation? Let's hear about Eranda's individual path! You can still sign up for the CareerCenter's offer "Job Search: How to find the right job!", Tue, 7 Nov 23 via F.I.T. --> https://t.ly/lhd6F

In this episode, Mayer and Radip tackle the important questions about working in Germany: What are the basic working conditions? What is the minimum wage? How much can I work as a student? And what's different for non-EU/EEA students? Let us know your experiences with finding a job in Germany for our upcoming episode: Working in Germany - Get that job! on job hunt, language requirements, application and interview tips. Send us a voice message on AnchorFM or contact us via welcome-week@ua.uni-hohenheim.de to be part of the podcast. 👍

A short update on the vaccines that are accepted in Germany and what this means for you.

SPECIAL ISSUE: Psychological Hardships While Studying Abroad. Studying abroad can be really hard. Fear about housing and finances while completing coursework during a tight period of time often adds to the all too common fear of failing in your studies and getting bad grades. Dealing with this takes all our strength. In this episode, Winnie takes you through the most frequently mentioned concerns of international students. Most frequently?! That's right, because you're not alone in your worries. Many of you will probably recognise yourself in this episode. With this series, we want to open up the conversation and take away the taboo of fear of failure, loneliness and even depression. Listen to Winnie's experiences and how she dealt with these things. Tune in for other stories of international students soon. Want to share your own story (openly or anonymously)? Contact us at news4internationals@gmail.com or send your story in as a voice message.

Deniz and Alessa continue their chat about winter in Germany. Where can you find warm clothes, are there second-hand options, and what makes a good winter jacket? This one also is for our foodies: hot chocolate ideas, varieties of tea, Glühwein, and let's not forget about all those delicious winter meals. Grab your favourite cup, brew some tea and join us for a bit! | Milaneo and Gerber: shopping centres📍 Stuttgart city centre | second-hand shops 📍 Marienplatz, Stuttgart | Vinted app: buy and sell second-hand from and to private persons👖👕 | Outlet Metzingen: brand clothing and accessories 🛍

Sustainability isn't just a concept - it's a movement!

Meet Ashmita and Jasmin from the Green Office at the University of Hohenheim as they share how their office is making sustainability a core part of university life.

Listen now and join the movement!

#UniversityofHohenheim #GreenUniHohenheim #SustainableFuture #JoinTheMovement

Green Office: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/green-office

Instagram: greenoffice_hohenheim

Dies Academicus: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/dies-academicus

Time stamps

• 00:42 min - What is Green Office?
• 01:15 min - Was it hard to push through the idea of a Green Office?
• 01:37 min - What are the main objectives?
• 02:58 min - What would you like to achieve?
• 03:39 min - What are Green Teams?
• 07:34 min - Goals for 2025?
• 08:57 min - Dies Academicus & Open University Day 2025
• 10:29 min - Personal motivation and work environment
• 14:54 min - Instagram channels, website
• 15:14 min - Outtakes :)

In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the upcoming Hohenheim Summer School 2025, hosted by the Faculty of Business, Economics, and Social Sciences at the University of Hohenheim. After a two-year hiatus, the Summer School returns with an innovative three-week program that tackles the twin transformation of digitalization and sustainability, two of the most urgent topics of our time.

Visit ⁠https://wiso.uni-hohenheim.de/summerschool⁠ for details!

We’ll hear from current students sharing their experiences, offering a firsthand account of what it’s like to engage in such a transformative and interdisciplinary program. In addition, we sit down with the Academic Program Coordinator and the Head of International Relations, who provide valuable insights into the structure of the program, its unique approach, and the global opportunities available to participants.

The 2025 Summer School will run from June 15th to July 6th and includes a comprehensive lecture program, discussions with experts, and company visits to leading firms in the innovative region of Stuttgart. The focus on Sustainable Digitalization is designed to address the challenges and synergies between resource efficiency and the demands of digital transformation.

Join us as we explore how this year’s Summer School will equip young academics, researchers, and professionals to navigate the future of digitalization and sustainability in a dynamic and globalized world.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of this exciting program—applications are open until April 15th, 2025!

Visit https://wiso.uni-hohenheim.de/summerschool for details!

Tune in to learn more about how you can be part of shaping the future at the Hohenheim Summer School!

Reveal fascinating stories and insights you won't find anywhere else. Tune in to our trailer now and uncover why everyone is talking about News4Internationals. Subscribe today :)

#STUDY #WORK #LIFE #EXPLORE #WELCOME

Follow https://www.instagram.com/news4internationals_hohenheim/ for updates and more!

Deniz meets our wonderful guests Samyuktha and Uttej to talk about Diwali, the festival of lights. Diwali is one of the major religious festivals in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism, and symbolizes the victory of light over darkness. Learn more about the special customs, traditional costumes, and delicious food that make this breathtaking celebration. Did you know that Diwali shares some beautiful customs, such as lighting candles and giving gifts to children by elders, with Christian Christmas, Jewish Chanukka, and the Islamic Eid al-fitr? Isn't that cool?! :)

If you want to join the celebration, you can do so on Sunday, 23 October, from 6 pm at TMS! 

In this episode, we introduce you to the VVS app for planning your trips around the city, how *not* to get lost in Stuttgart, how to find your bus stops and so on. We also talk about the different ticket options and which ones you should get, when.  Send us your thoughts or leave us a voice message.

Welcome to another “What to do in your spare time” episode. This time, Ada talks about solo-travel and a trip to Heidelberg.

A colourful, nice map of Heidelberg with the most important sights of the old town (without castle): https://www.heidelberg.de/site/Heidelberg_ROOT/get/documents_E464069919/heidelberg/Objektdatenbank/51/PDF/51_pdf_Kinderstadtplan-Spaziergang_kurz.pdf 

Radip and Deniz talk about their personal experiences with UniSport, the service at the University at Hohenheim offering you more than 60 different types of sports in over 120 courses, including football, gymnastics, HipHop dance, martial arts, horse riding, and even hang gliding! Deniz and Radip offer helpful tips on registration, explain the SEPA mandate process and show you why UniSport is one of the best opportunities to find friends! You can check the UniSport programme and offers on their website: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/university-sports. Not only do they have a lot of activities to choose from, you can even find sport partners via their Sport Partner Exchange. Follow them on Instagram: @unisport_hohenheim or join them on Facebook @UnisportHohenheim for upcoming events, updates and everything else you need to know. Become an active part of Hohenheim!

Learning German makes you anxious? Don't be! Listen to this episode and find out why and what other international students loved about the German Intensive Courses! These classes are not only teaching you German. They make you discover cool places and find new friends; and last but not least, there is a lot of food involved! Interested in an intensive class? Check out the Language Center's website to find your next course: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/language-center

Join us as we navigate through the exam fever at the University of Hohenheim from students new and old. In this episode we talk about where the areas to study are, what things to keep in mind while prepping for your exams, and we also share experiences of Marian who has recently graduated from the University. Radip, a new student, talks about how he feels about the upcoming examination whereas Lucy gives insight details not to miss. If you're scared about the exams too, we feel you. Through this podcast we can all win through it episode by episode. 

Winnie talks with Prasanth, an Indian student from Andhra Pradesh, India, about his journey from home to Hohenheim. What obstacles did he have to overcome? What was the quarantine like? Has he settled in by now? Does he have any advice? And how does he feel about snow?

If you would like to share your experiences with the entry, quarantine and initial period in Hohenheim, please feel free to contact us.

In this episode, Annelie explores what it’s like to live in any of the student dorms. She surveys several students on campus about what they like/dislike the most about their living situations & also shares some dorm rules for easy co-habitation.  Share your thoughts or suggestions: news4internationals@gmail.com

The main focus of ELLS lies in collaborative educational practices, fostering both student and staff mobility. By engaging in these endeavours, the network aims to produce graduates equipped to meet the challenges of both European and global employment landscapes. By exchanging knowledge and expertise throughout the network, ELLS seeks to enhance the national and international position and potential of all partner universities. We invited Eranda, Joseline, Upexa, Dhara and Ghita to talk about their experiences visiting previous summer schools organized by the ELLS network. Find out more: https://euroleague.uni-hohenheim.de/en ***Differences in sound quality are due to hybrid recording mode, simultaneously in-person and online.

Listen to Marian telling Lucy about her journey to completing her thesis. What are the steps? Where do I get a good topic? How do I find a supervisor? How do I start and when? And how much time should I allow? Are there perhaps a few hacks to avoid stress? || If you start your studies in April, check out the Welcome Week programme for new internationals: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/orientation-days

Shubhi and Libby talk about what it is like to be queer in Hohenheim!

Did you know how the CSD, the Pride Parade, came into existence? Let's find out together!

If you are coming to Hohenheim in the fall, or are already here, and identify as queer, as a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or as an ally, do not worry! You will find queer and queer-friendly spaces in and around Hohenheim ♡

Or do you want to join our queer student group Re2Queer on the CSD Pride Parade on Sat, 29 July? Don't be shy and drop them a message @re2queer on Instagram!

Queer-friendly places mentioned in the episode:

1. White Noise

2. Café Monrose

3. Reboot

4. Café Galao

[5. Queer Kaffeehaus]

Mayer and Radip takes us on a tour to - the Mensa!

The Mensa of Hohenheim is the hub for students, staff, even external guests. Here you'll find dishes that change daily, reaching from various meat options to vegan dishes and a salad bar.

No time for a proper lunch? You can get all kinds of sandwiches and snacks in the cafeteria. We also have really good Fairtrade coffee...

Not hungry? The Mensa also offers space to chat, to learn or to host club meetings! Learn more about the Mensa in this episode!

After discussing study tips and hacks in our last episode, this time we invited Ms. Renner to guide us through the labyrinth of exam regulations. Where do I register for exams? Is there a difference between deregistration and withdrawal? What if I miss the deadline to sign up? And what happens if I fail an exam? These and more questions will be answered in our brand-new episode! ||| You can reach out to the examinations office via phone and email, or meet them in person during their open office hours. Find out more here: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/examinations-office-contact

This episode is all about winter, Christmas markets, typical Christmas food, great indoor and outdoor activities to keep you entertained during the cold season, parties, and a bit about German Christmas culture. Don't miss the exclusive trip offers by @isohohenheim at the end of this episode!

• X-Mas TMS party 04.12
• ISO party at Aquarium-Egilolfstraße 20.12

• Stuttgart Christmas Market 29.11 - 23.12
• Esslingen Christmas Market & Medieval Market 23.11 - 21.12
• Strasbourg Christmas Market 24.11 - 24.12
• Heidelberg Christmas Market 27.11 - 22.12
• Chocolate Festival in Tübingen 05.12 - 10.12
• Body worlds 27.10.2023 - 28.01.2024

You have something to share with us? Send an email to internationals@ua.uni-hohenheim.de or dm us @news4internationals_hohenheim.

Sophia and Winnie introduce you to ISO e.V., where you can get a buddy to help you settle in and find your way around - or become active yourself and become a buddy for a new international. Or are you looking for funny activities? You can't go wrong with ISO! Tune in!

For more infos on ISO e.V. visit their website.

Writing a thesis is an exciting and rewarding journey, and our university offers a variety of ways to approach it: you can engage in literature research, work on projects funded by university chairs, participate in an Erasmus scholarship, or even collaborate with another university.

In this episode, Binyam shares his experience of working on his thesis in collaboration with another university. He discusses how he secured this opportunity, the application process, what the project funded, and the benefits and support he received through the collaboration. He also offers valuable tips on how to prepare before embarking on such a journey.

Get inspired for your own thesis experience with this insightful episode!

Time stamps

• 0:45 How did you begin planning your thesis?
• 2:45 What is your research topic?
• 4:45 How does the collaboration with the other university work?
• 7:00 What aspects of the project were funded?
• 7:40 How did communication with your supervisors work?
• 11:35 How was your data collection process?
• 12:20 What were the benefits of this collaboration?
• 13:40 What support did the project provide for your field research?
• 15:45 Knowing what you know now, what would you have done differently?
• 18:00 How was the administrative process: registration, grading, and defense?

Ever wondered what the big machines in the entrance areas of supermarkets are for? Don't know where to get rid of glass? Stressed out by the many waste bins and don't know what has to be thrown in which? Want to save money? Let us help!

Pro Tips: 

• collect your bottles and use the deposit on your next purchase
• throwing glass away during Sundays is illegal
• rinse meat packages before throwing them away
• empty out the 'Biomüll' (brown bin) daily during summer
• carton milk containers belong in the 'Gelber Sack' :)
• when in doubt: the black bin is a life-saver
• drinking tab water spares you carrying heavy bottles

You surely must have heard of Lake Constance, the Bodensee!

If not, this is your sign to learn more about this wonderful body of turquoise waters situated between Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Not only can you swim in this lake but you can also enjoy the buzzling atmosphere while gazing at the spectacular Alps on the other side of the lake.

Follow Mayer and Niko exploring the different towns of the Bodensee and learn more about easy border-crossing while taking a round-trip by bike. Did you know that the Rheinfall, the waterfall of the Rhine, is just around the corner?

Need more info: visit https://www.bodensee.eu/en.

Deniz and Alessa chat about winter in Germany. We discuss energy-saving tips, and why lüften is so important in German culture. We also offer some useful tricks to cope with the dwindling daylight and cold weather, and why layering is a lifesaver! Tune in again next week for part II when we talk about second-hand options in Stuttgart, hearthy stews, and delicious hot chocolate with a secret ingredient.

Follow us on Instagram: @news4internationals_hohenheim and dm us if you want to share your thoughts on this episode, suggest a topic or want to learn more about opportunities to participate in our podcast.  

Annelie and Lucy talk about Advent and Christmas traditions in Germany. They even go back to the origins of St. Nikolaus day that Germans celebrate on Dec 6. Germans love their Weihnachten. Not only do we make Advent wreaths and bake cookies, we also decorate our houses in- and outside. We love a besinnliche Weihnachtszeit (=calm, reflective and peaceful). Grab your Glühwein and enjoy this episode. And don't forget to clean your boots and put them outside your door, maybe St. Nikolaus will leave you a gift!

In this episode, we talk about all you need to know as an international student about the latest vaccine rules. We answer questions like who needs to get tested? Where to get vaccinated? Do you need to get quarantined? What is 3G? & so on.. Enjoy & share this episode with a friend or 2 who might find it helpful! Useful Links: Check if your vaccine is accepted in Germany: https://visaguide.world/news/vaccine-checker-proof-of-immunity-for-travel/ Find a Corona focus practice for vaccination: https://www.kvbawue.de/index.php?id=1102 Vaccine appointments Stuttgart: https://coronavirus.stuttgart.de/item/show/692066 Mensa opening times & menu: https://typo3-schulung.uni-hohenheim.de/en/canteen#jfmulticontent_c466247-3 Uni Covid FAQs: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/corona-info-studies#jfmulticontent_c421404-4 Covid tests on Campus: https://campustest-hohenheim.de Germany Travel guidelines: https://www.bundesgesundheitsministerium.de/service/gesetze-und-verordnungen/guv-19-lp/coronaeinreisev.html Quarantine & isolation: https://www.baden-wuerttemberg.de/de/service/aktuelle-infos-zu-corona/fragen-und-antworten-rund-um-corona/faq-quarantaene/ Info about free tests: https://www.bundesgesundheitsministerium.de/coronavirus/nationale-teststrategie/faq-schnelltests.html

In this episode, we delve into the critical EU Election 2024, taking place in June, and its far-reaching implications, even for international students. Joining us are Ha My, a German student, Lexi, an international Master's student from Peru, and Dr. Benjamin Gehring, the Joint Director of the Office of International Affairs at the University of Hohenheim. Together, we explore how policy changes could affect international students' lives, from visas to educational opportunities.

Tune in to understand why this election matters to everyone in the EU, and why it's crucial for students - both German and from across the EU - to cast their votes and make their voices heard. Don't miss out on this important discussion!

If you are a German or EU student, your vote in the EU Election 2024 is essential. Make sure to participate and shape the future of Europe!

• How to vote: https://elections.europa.eu/en/
• Read up: https://european-union.europa.eu/
• Follow: @europeanparliament

In this episode, Winnie and Ada tell you about the various shops, clothing shops, household goods shops and supermarkets in the area where you can get (almost) everything you need to live. The topic of food should not be neglected here, because our favourite food gives us a feeling of home and security.

HELP! We are inmidst the first examination period! Good luck to all of us!!! We can do it! We will be back soon to introduce an episode series called Working in Germany. Stay tuned! Thinking about this one experience you'd like to share, or a topic we haven't covered yet? Feel free to drop us a voice message on AnchorFm or an e-mail at welcome-week@ua.uni-hohenheim.de.

Today's guests are Sarah and Ghita from Cafete, the student café.

Join us for an interesting chat about what the Cafete is, what events are coming up and why you will soon get your daily dose of caffeine at their place - and their place only. :)

Follow @cafete_unihohenheim for news and updates. Want to join their team? Dm them!

You are a new international student coming to Hohenheim this winter semester? Sign up for our Coffee Date event on Oct 8! Visit https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/orientation-days for details!

Mayer meets with Leon and Davide, two members of the student group Re2Queer, to talk about queer history and what life for the LGBTQIA+ community is like in Germany. By the way, Re2Queer is hosting a TMS party at 7 PM on June 30 where everyone, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, is welcome! Check out their Instagram @re2queer for more info. If you are interested in learning more about the queer community or want to join the CSD parade on July 30, visit stuttgart-pride.de, their Instagram account @csdstuttgart or download their app CSD Stuttgart which also lets you find queer bars, clubs, and events beyond just Pride Month. Finally, if you’re interested in learning more about the human rights status of LGBTQIA+ people in Germany and other countries in Europe, visit https://rainbow-europe.org.

#Study Every year, the Euroleague for Life Sciences invites students from ELLS member and ELLS partner universities to participate in the Scientific Student Conference (SSC). This year's main theme was The Power of Science - Many Perspectives on our World and took place in Hohenheim! We invited Aishwarya, who presented her research at the conference, and Anna, who was part of the organizational team of Gabriele Klumpp, to hear about their experiences and to discuss why the ELLS is an excellent opportunity for students to feel the flair of a scientific conference and get to know many different people - students and teachers - from various fields and universities. Further information: https://ells2023.uni-hohenheim.de/ssc and https://www.euroleague-study.org/en/ssc.

For any and every problem, ZSB can be your one stop solution to find direction! While studying in Hohenheim, you have probably come across the acronym ZSB. But do you know what it means? ZSB stands for Zentrale Studienberatung (Student Counselling Center) and refers to a sub-institution of the ZSK, the Student and Career Advisory Service of the University of Hohenheim. Lucy meets with Kelly Neudorfer and talks about what the ZSB has to offer you. Are you unsure whether you have made the right choice of study? Experiencing exam anxiety? Do you feel overwhelmed by life and studying in Germany and need advice? Get in touch! The ZSB staff can be reached in many ways: Mon & Thurs there is an open consultation hour from 2 - 4 pm (Emil-Wolff-Str. 14, R. 23). You can also reach them via email, Zoom, phone, and even Whatsapp. Visit their website to learn more: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/zsb-contact

Mayer and Alessa Heisler talk about what to expect and why to join the Welcome Week from 28. Sept to 16. Oct 2022!

The Welcome Week is hosted by the Office of International Affairs. Information, tutorials, language course, maths prep course, intercultural training, fun tours and the opportunity to get to know your fellow students over coffee and tea - join in for a smooth start in Hohenheim!

Find the full program here: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/orientation-days

Want to sign up for events? Send your full name and the events to welcome-week@ua.uni-hohenheim.de

Want to learn more about the podcast and our blog News4Internationals? Visit https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/news4internationals

Worried about your first weeks? Follow us @news4internationals_hohenheim

In this episode, Ada and Marian discuss ideas about a nice summer day’s trip to Lake Constance. We talk about how to get there, what you can do there and what to take with you! Marian shares her own experience visiting the city of Constance. Catch up with more of the summer series on the blog: news4internationals.wordpress.com

Marian and Mayer talk about different aspects of German Cuisine. Which types of vegetables are predominant? What grows in the German climate? By the way, did you know how many types of sausage there are in Germany? Despite this, or perhaps because of it, there are now many meat-free alternatives to the famous "Wurst". And finally, let us surprise you with the (in)official German national dish! :) New to Hohenheim? Check out our Welcome Week programme: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/orientation-days

Are you ready to take your first steps into the professional world? In this episode of our video podcast, we sit down with Hannah Mönninghoff from the CareerCenter of the University of Hohenheim to explore the amazing opportunities and resources available to students and graduates at the university.

💼 What’s the Hohenheim CareerCenter?
The CareerCenter is your go-to for professional orientation, building your unique career profile, and perfecting your application strategy. But that’s not all! They help you connect with businesses and industry partners early on in your academic journey through events, key skill seminars, internships, and more.

🌐 https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/cch 📸 careercenter_unihohenheim

📌 Why tune in?

• Learn how the CareerCenter can support you—for free!—through personalized advising and services like company presentations, job boards, and career fairs.
• Discover how you can access exclusive resources like the JobTeaser job board to land your dream internship or job.
• Find out why the CareerCenter is also a top contact point for employers eager to connect with talented students at the University of Hohenheim.

Whether you're at the start of your studies or about to graduate, this episode is packed with actionable advice and insights to kickstart your career. Don’t miss this engaging conversation with Hannah Mönninghoff, and get ready to unlock your professional potential!

🎧 Listen now and take the first step towards your future!

Our special guest for this episode is Hannah Mönninghoff from the Internship Office. The Internship Office works closely with the Career Center to help you get in touch with companies and employers for internships and jobs. Hannah Mönninghoff explains why internships should be a crucial part of your studies and how they can help you to land a job after graduation.

Listen carefully for tips and tricks about internships!

You can find more resources here: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/internship

Join us for an interview with Paul Effah, a former A+ student of Agricultural Economics, about his journey from finding and choosing a topic, conducting research, to evaluating and interpreting the collected data, and finally starting the writing process. Paul shares his experiences of working on a thesis as part of a larger program that funded his research development in Ghana and Burkina Faso. We will also explore how this experience impacted his future career. Don't miss this episode filled with tips and recommendations to ace your own thesis! Academic English, and writing classes at the Language Center: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/language-center-workshops If you are interested in the specifics of Paul's research, stay tuned for an extended version that includes details about his field work abroad.

Hey, even if the episode starts rather seriously, you not only hear about the travel ban, but also learn about free testing and, above all, this episode might give you some ideas what you could do with this rather rainy weekend. :)

Free Rapid Testing (blog entry)

Shadow and Bone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1WHQTbJ7vE
Things Heard and Seen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCAaonjgDEA

Location of the Blautopf

This is the first part of our series introducing student groups you can find on the Hohenheim campus!

This time, we invited ISO @isohohenheim [01:25 min], the still-forming Photographers of Hohenheim [06:10 min], the ÖHG @oehg.hohenheim [11:12 min], the Kulturgruppe @kulturgruppe_hohenheim [16:40 min], and last but not least, Re2Queer @re2queer [22:14 min].

What they're all about? Listen for yourself! (: Stay tuned for more student groups on campus!

Also, follow @news4internationals_hohenheim on Instagram. :)

Today,  let's delve into the topic that's always on everyone's mind when moving to a new place or city - personal safety. Join Ada and Ariana as they share some figures, thoughts and experiences related to staying safe as an international student in Germany, including what areas they think are safest and some safety tips to take note of.  Which one of the facts were you most shocked by? Do you have a different opinion? Share your thoughts and feedback about what you would love us to discuss next to news4internationals@gmail.com. 

References: https://www.statista.com/topics/6182/crime-in-germany/ https://www.statista.com/statistics/1101143/criminal-offences-by-type-registered-police-germany/

We continue our conversation about housing options in and around Hohenheim. Today, we offer more tips and tricks on house hunting, what to consider when bringing cooking utensils from home , how to deal with German-speaking landlords, and what gems could sit around the next corner, quite literally.

Remember: Apply for student housing as soon as possible and check your emails every other day! The application deadline for the winter semester is June 15! Dorms: my-stuwe.de/en/housing/halls-of-residence-hohenheim/

Private flatshares: wg-gesucht.de/en/ Private housing: immobilienscout24.de Ebay: www.kleinanzeigen.de Sharing shelf and foodshare fridge: AStA Keller on campus

Ghita and Anna from AKN are our guests today and tell us about their latest project: The Sustainability Guide. In this guide, you will find, for example, food-sharing spots, free household items, the FRESH community garden, but also learning spaces and other spots connected to sustainability - sometimes more, sometimes less obvious. Learn how you can make your life more sustainable and even save money in the process! Don't miss out on upcoming events! Follow @aknunihohenheim on Instagram, or send them an email at akn@uni-hohenheim.de. You will soon find the Sustainability Guide digitally at https://akn.uni-hohenheim.de/. You can also pick up a physical copy at Cafete, Mensa and AStA, or the next AKN meeting (every Monday, 6 pm, in HS 24).

Last episode we talked about study tips and tricks to prepare for your upcoming exams. For this episode, we invited Ms. Renner to guide us through the labyrinth of exam regulations.

Where do I register for exams? Is there a difference between deregistration and withdrawal? What if I miss the deadline to sign up? And what happens if I fail an exam? These and more questions will be answered in our brand-new episode!

You can reach out to the examinations office via phone and email, or meet them in person during their open office hours.

Find out more here: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/examinations-office-contact

Annelie interviews members of AKN, FRESH and Greening about their initiatives, projects and goals. Stay tuned to learn more about these groups and their upcoming events like the winter fair in TMS, clothes exchange parties, the vegetable garden in Schwerzstraße and pizza nights!

02:28min: AKN and FRESH
18:03min: Greening
Click on the groups to get to their websites/FB group pages.

Which supermarkets in Germany are cheap and which cost you the last cent in your wallet? Which supermarkets have the largest selection of products? And where can you get typical food from your home country to ease that little homesickness? Make sure to listen to the whole episode for descriptions of Penny and Edeka by the store managers, and some valuable information for all of you who are looking for jobs. Feel free to leave us your opinions or even send us your top secret insider tips!

In our last podcast episode of 2022, we share our Christmas customs and explore the essence of this holiday. Some of us grew up with Christmas, some of us will experience their first Christmas this year. It is not only one of the most important holidays in Germany, if not the most important, but it is also a time to reflect on what really counts in life: the people with whom you share your life and who love you unconditionally. The people who make your home a home. Many of us are away from family and friends this Christmas. But whether you celebrate Christmas or not, people who love you are also by your side now, because love is not dependent on blood relationship, nationality or culture. You are loved ♡ Merry Christmas and happy holidays!

How easier everything would be if you knew German: shopping, buying a bus ticket, understanding your landlords. Hey, wait! You can learn that! Have you ever heard of the intensive German language courses at the University of Hohenheim? Deniz talks to Valentin Henzler from the Language Centre about the content, the framework programme and why German is important for you despite globalisation. Listen carefully now! We'll see you in the next intensive course!

And don't forget: student experiences will follow soon!

Find out more about the courses: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/language-center-languages-german-intensive

Are you ready to discover your way into the labor market?

In this episode, we have a special guest, Annette Schorp from the Agentur für Arbeit, who works closely with the CareerCenter of the University of Hohenheim. Join us as we delve into the vital relationship between this governmental institution and the CareerCenter, and uncover everything you need to know about entering the workforce.
📌 Why Tune In?
Discover expert advice on navigating your career path effectively.
Equip yourself with key information about job placements, counseling services, and your rights as an employee.
Don’t miss this concise yet informative conversation with Annette Schorp, and get ready to kick off your professional journey!

Further resources:

• www.make-it-in-germany.com
• https://www.arbeitsagentur.de/en
• https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/career-entry
• www.lohnspiegel.de⁠

Holly, Wenya and Pauli talk about medical care and their experiences - what is a Hausarzt and why do you need one? What if you need to see a specialist? What costs can you expect? Are there differences between statutory* and private insurance (*referred to as legal insurance in this episode)? And finally - what do you do if a medical emergency happens to or near you?

Trigger warning: This episode mentions
- gynaecologists, and briefly touches upon pregnancy, abortion, and contraceptives | 13:20min - 16:06min
- assault and rape | 25:30min - 25:43min

Important numbers to remember: 110 police | 112 ambulance and fire department | 116117 medical on-call service (24/7) - call for advice and information | these numbers are free of charge!

Remember: call ambulance in emergencies - always tell them who/what/where/how many | 26:00min - 26:31min

Visit our blog on https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/news4internationals for further information.

Join us as we delve into the exciting world of study stays abroad, exploring mobility options and practices. We sit down with the wonderful Carolin Maier, student mobility manager at the Office of International Affairs in Hohenheim, to discover how you can make informed choices about a study, research or internship stay abroad. Tune in to gain valuable insights into shaping a fun and academically worthwhile future through international education! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/stays-abroad --> info & contact https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/international-day 24 April 2024 https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/group-advisory-session-for-stays-abroad incl. link to registration platform!

The most important rules and changes during this lockdown until 31 January 2021. Also includes important info on what applies to persons entering the country from abroad.

Stay tuned!

Did you know that you have the opportunity to send us direct (voice) messages about the episodes via Anchor.FM? So if you have special wishes and/or problems that you would like us to address, please let us know. Also, unless you specifically request it, we will never mention you by name in an episode.

In the second part of our student groups series, we introduce you to Cafete, the student-run, non-profit, fair-trade café where you not only get different kinds of coffee and hot chocolate (plus seasonal specials!), but you also can vote for the organisation(s) that the cafete donates their earnings to at the end of each semester. @cafete_unihohenheim

If you already have (semi)solid German skills, you can join the Debate Club. Here you can enhance critical thinking and train your debating skills in a safe environment and lots of useful feedback. @debattierclubhohenheim

If you're interested in sustainability and want to learn what you can do (locally & globally) to lead a sustainable and environment-friendly life in Hohenheim (and beyond), you have great options to choose from: AKN and FRESH are groups that dedicate their actions to improving the environment and educating people on sustainable living. AKN is the umbrella organisation of all groups and initiatives caring about sustainability and organises multiple events throughout the semester. @aknunihohenheim

You are into agriculture and slow food? FRESH is a group that oftentimes can be seen at the pizza oven or while working in the FRESH garden in Schwerzstrasse! @fresh_hohenheim

This week, Pratikshya Nepal interviews Mohammed; a new student from Bangladesh who recently got his first-dose of the vaccine at the Robert Bosch Hospital and wanted to share his experience with you all! Listen to the full episode to find out everything you’ve wanted to know about the process: from how it feels like to what the actual process is like.

What freedoms apply to you if you are 
a) fully vaccinated 
or 
b) recovered from a Covid-19 infection? 

Are there any restrictions? What about vaccines that are not (yet) licensed in the EU? Tune in!

Sorry for my parakeets interrupting, they have their own opinion on these rules 😅

Join us in this episode as we chat with Deniz from Turkey and Edu from Spain, both international Master's students funded by Erasmus+ for their thesis research. Deniz is conducting fieldwork in Spain, while Edu explores research in Costa Rica. Discover how they navigated the journey from selecting a research topic to securing funding with the help of Carolin Maier at the Office of International Affairs. We cover finding a supervisor at the University of Hohenheim, securing accommodation abroad, and even their culinary experiences in their host countries. Tune in and be inspired to embark on your own Erasmus adventure! _____________________________ Link: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/aaa-erasmus

Sahar interviews Harsh, who is currently on a semester abroad in France, about his past work experiences and what led him to pursue a master's degree in IBE at the University of Hohenheim. Due to his current hiwi position at the CareerCenter Hohenheim, Harsh provides us with insightful information regarding the offerings of the CCH, such as CV training, preparatory workshops, and company fairs. This episode is full of helpful tips for those considering working in Germany after graduation. But even if you are "only" seeking a part-time job while studying, these tips are game changers! Visit https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/cch to learn more about the CareerCenter. You can find all regular workshop offers on https://weiterbildung.uni-hohenheim.de/#!public !!!

In Stuttgart, you might have come across posters at bus stops advocating for safer sex. Maybe you overheard fellow students talking about contraceptives in the middle of the Mensa. You could have wondered how couples kiss in public while no one bats an eye. Deniz and Mayer meet with two German students and chat about their experiences in regards to Sex Ed while living in Turkey, the UK, the US and Germany. Do not miss out on additional experiences from other countries such as Ethiopia, India, Spain and Mexico at the end of this episode. --- In this episode, we talk openly about Sex Ed in schools around the world. If you do not feel comfortable hearing about this topic, this episode might not be for you. We acknowledge that different cultures and countries have different takes on sexuality and sex ed. We intend this to be a safe space to learn about these differences. ---