The Eucor team at KIT invites students and staff from the Eucor universities to the Eucor Dinner at the Kulturküche Karlsruhe. On June 6, 2025, from 2:30 PM to approximately 8:30 PM, there will first be an exchange about Eucor programs, followed by intercultural workshops (German/French), offering the opportunity to make new connections. The event includes exploring the city and concludes with a shared dinner in the evening.

On Wednesday, 14 May 2025 at 3 pm, the renowned American climate researcher Dr. Chris Funk will speak in his lecture “From principle to practice - how global science can be linked to local action to safeguard lives and livelihoods in Africa” about the effects of climate change on extreme weather events, the use of climate models and the development of effective early warning systems. The event will take place in Chemistry Lecture Hall No. 2, Building 30.41.

The IStO (International Students Office) invites you to the second “Mobility Dating” on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6 pm as part of the International Days: In cooperation with ESN (Erasmus Student Network), this event offers all exchange students of the academic year 2025/26 the opportunity to exchange ideas with former outgoings and current incomings in a relaxed atmosphere with free drinks and snacks.

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 Marktplatz 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.

On Friday, May 9, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM in front of the Mensa at Adenauerring, the KIT International Affairs Office invites you to celebrate Europe Day! Discover exciting opportunities to experience life abroad in Europe – whether through Erasmus+, Eucor, German-French double degree programs, or EPICUR. Stop by, ask your questions, and get inspired – Europe is waiting for you!

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!