How can anti-discrimination efforts and equal opportunities be actively promoted at universities? In the keynote “Diversity in the Lecture Hall? Counteracting Discrimination at Universities” on Thursday, 8 May 2025 at 5:00 p.m., author and speaker Anna Mendel will address challenges and solutions for tackling discrimination in academic settings. The keynote will be followed by an open discussion. Additionally, the DAAD Prize will be awarded to an international student for outstanding academic achievements and exceptional commitment. Admission is free.

How is climate change perceived across borders and generations? In the EPICUR exhibition “Climate Change – International Perspectives from Young and Old” on Thursday, 8 May 2025 at 12 p.m. on Kronenplatz in Karlsruhe, students from the Karlsruhe district present the results of their international Citizen Science project. The project explores sociological questions through surveys and interviews. Visitors are invited to join the conversation, share their views on climate change, and learn from the young researchers. Admission is free.

From May 5 to 15, 2025, the International Coffee Breaks are the perfect place for students who want to go abroad and for international students who want to arrive in Karlsruhe properly. Every day from 1 pm to 2 pm in the Tulla Hall (Building 11.40), you can get first-hand information, tips and reports over free coffee and tea.

How do unconscious thought patterns influence our decisions in everyday university life? In the workshop “Unconscious bias at university - how cognitive biases influence our decisions” on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10 a.m., everyday shortcuts in thinking and their effects on our interactions will be discussed. Participants will learn to recognize unconscious biases and reflect on them with practical approaches in everyday (working) life.

From May 19 to 23, 2025, the Eucor team at KIT in Karlsruhe will offer an intercultural language course week. Sixteen KIT students will participate in a French communication training (A2/B1 level), while sixteen students from the Université de Haute-Alsace and the Université de Strasbourg will take part in an intensive German course (A2/B1 level). In the mornings, language classes will be held; in the afternoons, there will be a joint program for the practical application of language skills and cultural exchange.

The International Days will take place from May 5 to May 16,2025 Find out about international activities at KIT and take part in various events and program items such as panel discussions, exciting competitions or coffee breaks.

Invitation to all early-career researchers looking to advance their scientific careers and connect with fellow researchers across Europe through courses, conferences, and networking sessions: On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, the virtual kick-off event of the EPICUR Hub for Sustainable Transformation will take place. Register now!

The European experience awaits: until March 10, 2025, students can apply for the EPICUR summer program and quickly gain international experience. Innovative EPICUR courses on a wide range of topics can be taken either online, hybrid or at one of the partner universities, and connect students and teachers from all over Europe. All courses take place between May and September 2025 and can be found in the EPICUR course catalog!