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Thursday, 01 October 2026
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14:00 - 16:00 
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005

Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).

Monday, 05 October 2026
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9:00 - 11:00 
Good Morning, Karlsruhe! at Campus South
Campus South
Building 50.20 …

Welcome to KIT! The International Welcome Office (IWO) is here to support you and your family from day one.
 
Every second Monday morning we invite you to our welcome event Good Morning, Karlsruhe! The event is aimed at international researchers and academic guests and offers uncomplicated initial orientation, personal support and opportunities for exchange. Get to know the IWO team personally over a cup of coffee or tea, ask your questions directly and network with other international researchers - regardless of whether you have been working at KIT for some time or are new to KIT.

Wednesday, 07 October 2026
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17:00 - 18:00 
Deutschrunde at Campus South
Meeting
KIT, Campus Süd
50.20 Raum 005 …

Starting 7 October 2026 – every Wednesday
 
Learning German can be exciting and is often essential in everyday life – but it can also be challenging.
 
The German Conversation Group is not a traditional language course, but an open, weekly opportunity for international researchers at KIT to practise German and connect with others. The focus is on regular conversation practice, building confidence and meeting other international researchers.
 
All language levels are welcome.
No registration required.
 
What to Expect 🗣️ Regular opportunities to practise speaking German
💬 Support with grammar questions and other language-related challenges
🤝 An open, welcoming and supportive international community
🌍 Opportunities to connect with researchers, doctoral researchers and postdocs with similar international experiences
👩‍🏫 Professional support from German language instructor Maike Schröder, who is available to provide guidance, explanations and helpful tips when needed

17:15 - 19:30 
International Café
Informationsveranstaltung
Vielmettersaal im Studentenhaus, Adenauerring 7

The International Buddy Program invites you to the International Café – a monthly event where you can meet new people, make international friendships, and discover different cultures in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Learn more about opportunities in Karlsruhe and throughout Germany while enjoying a pleasant evening with other students.
The House of Competence (HoC) and the Studierendenwerk Karlsruhe cooperate in this event and will be present with an information table to answer your questions and assist you.
Join our International Café on every first Wednesday of the month.
Please note that registration on ILIAS is required for this event! 

Thursday, 08 October 2026
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Science Meets Stage: Join the Eucor Science Slam Competition! - Strasbourg
Straßburg

The Eucor Science Slam offers early-career researchers the opportunity to creatively present their research on stage through storytelling and performance workshops. The event series includes dates in Karlsruhe, Strasbourg, and Freiburg, followed by a grand finale on December 1, 2026.
 
Dates: October 8, 2026 (Online Training) & October 15, 2026 (On-site Coaching)
Registration deadline: October 1, 2026

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9:00 - 17:30 
Intercultural Training on East Africa
Workshop
KIT-Bibliothek, 3. OG, Neubau
Zena-Gabrielle Hailu

The full-day training is aimed at KIT members who are already collaborating with partners in East Africa or are planning to establish cooperation in the region.
The workshop will focus on cultural contexts, communication styles, expectations, and approaches to collaboration in East Africa. Through practical insights, participants will strengthen their intercultural skills and learn how to build trust, foster successful international partnerships, and navigate intercultural interactions with greater confidence.
The workshop will be conducted by Zena-Gabrielle Hailu, an experienced intercultural trainer, facilitator, coach, and consultant. With more than 25 years of experience in international and intercultural contexts across Africa, Europe, and North America, she specializes in international collaboration, intercultural communication, diversity and inclusion, leadership communication, and capacity building.
The training is organized as part of the FA(ST)²Africa Strategy Fund project.
Places are still available. As participation is limited to 20 people, remaining places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
To register, please send your full name, position, KIT institute, and a brief statement about your motivation to:
Mary Shopitan
mary.shopitan9@kit.edu
 

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