Welcome Week for international students

Introductory events for Master’s students

For each Master's program there are welcome and introductory events – either before the semester or during the lecture period.

Online events

We continue to see great added value in holding some information events digitally. This way you can participate in our events even if you are still in your home country.

You can find all presentations on ILIAS later. We do not record our events.

27 March 2024 | 1:00 – 2:10 p.m. | Zoom

Kick-Off: Welcome to Hohenheim

Start of the Welcome Week: The Office of International Affairs welcomes you and introduces itself. Today you will learn more about the central contact points at the Office of International Affairs and at the university. We will then go straight into the second part of the event, namely the "Orientation for Exchange Students and Free Movers".

Please note: Participation in this event is mandatory.

• Participate in the Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 660 7627 5001 - Passcode: weL2024

27 March 2024 | 2:15 – 2:45 p.m. | Zoom

HohCampus Tutorial

Here you will learn everything about the most important functions of HohCampus, e.g. how to register for exams or cancel your registration, how to manage your documents, and how to keep track of your study progress.

• Participate in the Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 660 7627 5001 - Passcode: weL2024

27 March 2024 | 2:50 – 3:30 p.m. | Zoom

ILIAS tutorial

In this tutorial you will get to know the most important functions of the learning platform ILIAS, e.g. how to join courses and get access to course materials and assignments.

• Participate in the Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 660 7627 5001 - Passcode: weL2024

28 March 2024 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. | Zoom

StudentLife!

We have summarized the most important facts about life in Hohenheim for you. Here you will not only learn helpful things about your student ID, the university sports program, or the local transport network, but you will also learn more about our student groups on campus.

• Participate in the Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 688 5304 0297 - Passcode: weL2024

28 March 2024 | 2:00 – 2:30 p.m. | Zoom

Meet the SpraZ: Language Center

You want to polish up your foreign language skills? Learning German is something you definitely want to do while you study in Germany? Want to add another skill to your resume? Here you will learn everything about the resources you can find in Hohenheim to improve your language skills alongside your studies.

• Participate in the Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 688 5304 0297 - Passcode: weL2024

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Multi-part event

Intercultural training

• 28 March | 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. | Zoom (you will be sent the link after registering)
• 4 April | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. | On campus (you will be informed of the room at the end of March)
• 8 April | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. | On campus (you will be informed of the room at the end of March)

You are in Germany for the first time, or you have been here before? Perhaps you have already had a moment or two when you realized that things are different here (in procedures, manners, everyday life...) than in your home country? You are nervous because you don't really know what to expect? In order to be able to answer your questions about life in Germany, we would like to invite you to an intercultural training session. The breaks between the parts give you time and space to reflect on what you have learned and to bring your own experiences to the next part of the workshop.

• General Introduction: What is intercultural competence?
• General Social Skills: Develop sensitivity
• Analyze and evaluate stereotypes
• Intercultural Communication: Reflect on one's own cultural use of language, interpreting non-verbal signals
• Discover intercultural communication traps and prevent misunderstandings
• Do’s and Don’ts in the intercultural context
• Analyze initial experiences in Germany and develop strategies

Note: Registration required. Register by writing to welcome-week@ua.uni-hohenheim.de. Registration deadline: 27 March, 12:00 noon

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Tours

4 + 5 April 2024 | Meeting point: Bus stop “Universität Hohenheim” (next to the Mensa)

Library tour

Learn about the two libraries on campus, how to check out media, use the copier, or where to find quiet study spaces.

tentatively 4 April | 3:00 – 3:45 p.m. and
tentatively 5 April | 9:30 – 10:15 a.m.

Please note: Limited number of places! You must register by writing to welcome-week@ua.uni-hohenheim.de.
Registration deadline: 24 hours before the respective tour.

2 April 2024 | 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. | Meeting point: in front of the TMS (Thomas-Müntzer-Scheuer)

Campus tour

The International Students Organization (ISO) will guide you through the campus and show you the most important and of course also the most picturesque places on the most beautiful campus in the world (we think :) ).

Note: For organizational reasons, registration is required by writing to welcome-week@ua.uni-hohenheim.de.
Registration deadline: 28 March, 2:00 p.m.

5 April | 4:30 – 7:00 p.m. | Meeting point: Bus stop “Universität Hohenheim”

Hike to and back from the Teehaus

ISO takes you on a short hike to a spectacular viewpoint, the Teehaus. In addition to the spectacular view over Stuttgart, the Teehaus also offers cold drinks, coffee, and cake. The walking distance is approx. 1.5 km. After you have had something to eat and drink, it's a leisurely walk back to the TV tower. You can find out what happens there below.

Please note: Registration is required by writing to welcome-week@ua.uni-hohenheim.de
Registration deadline: 3 April, 12:00 noon

5 April | 6:45 p.m. | Meeting point: Bus stop “Universität Hohenheim”

TV Tower Sunset Tour

The Stuttgart TV Tower was the first TV tower in the world and offers a great view over Stuttgart, the capital of Baden-Württemberg. From 216 meters above the ground, you will get to know your new home from a bird’s eye view.
If you are not already on the hike to and from the Teehaus with ISO, we will meet you in Hohenheim and take you to the TV tower. Afterwards, we go up to the viewing platform together and enjoy the view of Stuttgart and the surrounding area in the glow of the setting sun. Charge your smartphone, because there is a lot of potential for great photos here!

Please note: You must register by writing to welcome-week@ua.uni-hohenheim.de.
Registration deadline: 3 April, 12:00 noon | We will cover your entry fee.

6 April 2024 | 11:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. | Meeting point: will be sent to you after registration

Stuttgart tour

We accompany you on a 2-hour guided tour through Stuttgart, the capital of Baden-Württemberg, where you get the most important information about your new place of residence and get to see the most beautiful corners of the city center. We will meet in Hohenheim and take public transportation together into Stuttgart. After the tour, you can stay in town or ride back to campus with us.

Please note: Limited number of places! You must register by writing to welcome-week@ua.uni-hohenheim.de.
Registration deadline: 2 April, 12:00 noon | We will cover your participation fee.

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More information about your studies

Library account

Ms Weinelt of the library explains the various functions of the library account and how to log in for the first time.

• HohSearch Online Catalog
• Opening hours during Covid-19

Doctor’s visit (Video in English)

How do I find a doctor in Germany? What do I have to take with me? What is a “Hausarzt”? What should I do in an emergency? I do not speak German - can I still find a doctor? These and other questions are answered in this video.

Create schedule

In this info video, you will learn step by step how to create your personal schedule in the student portal HohCampus. English subtitles are available.

News4Internationals - Podcast and Blog

Curious about what your life in Hohenheim will be like? Visit our podcast and the associated blog. Here we regularly publish articles on topics that are important to you and other international students. Our News4Internationals team is made up of international students, among others.

We're not just for students, we're by students - get in touch if you have ideas for a post, want to share your own experiences, or would like to guest post on the blog.

Visit us at https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/news4internationals

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