<https://magazines.rwth-aachen.de/files/images/content/logos/rwth_logo_nl_header_2024.jpg> <https://magazines.rwth-aachen.de/files/images/content_newsletter/Bilder%20-%20Abteilung%202.2%20-%20Betreuung/BeBuddy%20Newsletter/Bild%20Newsletter%20alt.jpg> BeBuddy Newsletter 04/25 <https://magazines.rwth-aachen.de/files/images/layout/nl-trenner.png> A very warm welcome to all new international students for the summer term 2025! And a big thank you to all Buddies for your wonderful commitment to making them feel at home! <https://magazines.rwth-aachen.de/files/images/layout/nl-trenner.png> 1. Welcome Weeks for new international students - summer semester 2025 RWTH Aachen University is looking forward to welcoming its new international students during the Welcome Week organized by the International Office from April 1 to 4, 2025. We are very excited to introduce the international newcomers to the university services and partners, the many different student associations and of course to each other and help them become part of the RWTH community! Thank you for your support and dedication! We are very happy to see such an enormous engagement in the BeBuddy program as well as in further volunteering activities such as the <https://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/studium/im-studium/studieneingangsphase/welcome-week-fuer-internationale-studier/~zlalt/for-rwth-members-and-external-partners/?lidx=1> Welcome Week volunteers. You can find further information about the Welcome Week program at <http://www.rwth-aachen.de/welcomeweekprogram> www.rwth-aachen.de/welcomeweekprogram <https://magazines.rwth-aachen.de/files/images/content_newsletter/Bilder%20-%20Abteilung%202.2%20-%20Betreuung/BeBuddy%20Newsletter/240403_143804.jpg> <https://magazines.rwth-aachen.de/files/images/content_newsletter/Bilder%20-%20Abteilung%202.2%20-%20Betreuung/BeBuddy%20Newsletter/PXL_20220927_.PORTRAIT_cropped.jpg> 2. A free couch available? We need your help! Many new international students struggle to find suitable accommodation at the beginning of each semester! We are confident that everyone will eventually find a place, but it can sometimes take a bit of time. If you have a free couch or even a bed available for a few days, we would greatly appreciate it if you could let us know, so we can contact you in emergency situations. Unfortunatly, the International Office does not own any student accommodation but we do our best to help students by providing information of housing options around Aachen. If you have a free couch or bed, please write to <mailto:housing@rwth-aachen.de> housing@rwth-aachen.de with the subject “Free Room/Bed/Couch”. We will of course treat your information confidentially! Helping an international student in an housing emergency would count as an elective component of the <https://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/studium/im-studium/engagement-freizeit/engagement-international/~bqxh/zertifikat-internationales/?lidx=1> certificate international. Thank you very much for your support! 3. Peer Success Coaching: Your First-Semester Support at RWTH The Peer Success Coaching Program helps international first-semester students at RWTH get started in their studies, build a robust academic foundation in their faculties, and enjoy a successful first semester. Experienced student coaches, in collaboration with the International Office and Student Councils, deliver targeted support during this critical transition. Peer Success Coaches provide: * Guidance during the onboarding process, including the Welcome Week; * First-semester student meetups on effective study habits and to discover more about RWTH and Aachen and meet fellow students (starting April 14); * One-on-one peer counseling sessions; * Informational events and workshops throughout the semester; Join our <https://moodle.rwth-aachen.de/course/view.php?id=43172> Moodle room to access materials, stay updated on student events, and ask questions. All details, links and information are available at <http://www.rwth-aachen.de/psc> www.rwth-aachen.de/psc. 5. INCAS Wins Prestigious Award Maybe you already know them for their beautiful work: INCAS. On January 31, 2025, they earned the “IntSpire 2024” award during RWTHtransparent. Presented by Professor Habel, the Prorector for International Affairs, the award honors their exceptional support for international students. For over 20 years, INCAS has provided outstanding assistance, far beyond standard expectations, contributing to student integration and success. For more information, visit: <http://www.rwth-aachen.de/intspire> www.rwth-aachen.de/intspire. To get involved or join their events, check out their <https://www.instagram.com/incasaachen> Instagram. <https://magazines.rwth-aachen.de/files/images/content_newsletter/Bilder%20-%20Abteilung%202.2%20-%20Betreuung/BeBuddy%20Newsletter/Incas%20IntSpire.jpg> 4. Easter in Germany – What’s Hopping? In Germany, Easter is an important celebration with many traditions. Families dye Easter eggs, hide them for children, and enjoy festive meals. The Easter Bunny brings sweets, and in some regions, large Easter fires are lit. For many, Easter also has a religious meaning as the celebration of Jesus’ resurrection. Why exactly the bunny became the Easter symbol instead of a fox or a rooster remains a little spring mystery. 🐰 Please remember: Supermarkets will remain closed on April 18th & 21st. <https://magazines.rwth-aachen.de/files/images/content_newsletter/piktogramme_png/PIK_0083_petrol_digital_rgb.png> <mailto:bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de> BeBuddy-Stammtisch (regulary Meetup) Buddies and Mentees are invited once again to meet up, connect and enjoy a nice evening together. Our new experienced volunteer organizer Margarete will be present that evening and happy to meet you all. If you want to join, send us an email by the 13th of April to <mailto:bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de> bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de Date: Tuesday, 15th of April, 7pm Location: Papillon, <https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=/maps/place//data%3D!4m2!3m1!1s0x47c09979e3f2b88f:0xee3c2b5a6f2b06a7%3Fsa%3DX%26ved%3D1t:8290%26ictx%3D111&ved=2ahUKEwjsv9_Fp6yMAxWCxQIHHbtfLQEQ4kB6BAhHEAM&usg=AOvVaw2mqAsP6mUAX_f36Xhp5rJw> Pontstraße 151, 52062 Aachen <https://magazines.rwth-aachen.de/files/images/content_newsletter/piktogramme_png/PIK_0197_petrol_digital_rgb_Tasse.png> <https://www.queerreferat-aachen.de/> Queercafé You can join the Queercafé, where you can relax from studying with nice conversations, snacks, and coffee. It opens every Wednesday! Date: Wednesdays, 5th/12th/ 19th of April, 4-6pm Location: Queerreferat, Gerlachstraße 20-22, 52064 Aachen <https://magazines.rwth-aachen.de/files/images/content_newsletter/piktogramme_png/PIK_0276_petrol_digital_rgb%20Musiknote.png> <https://www.incas.rwth-aachen.de/site/de/veranstaltungen/trip-to-heidelberg> INCAS-enjoy Heidelberg Once a month, you have the opportunity to visit a city and experience some culture with the student organization INCAS. This month, the destination is Heidelberg. Dates: 19th of April, 06:45 - 23:0 Price: 30€ Registration <https://www.incas.rwth-aachen.de/site/de/veranstaltungen/trip-to-heidelberg> here Have a great April, and we hope you can enjoy your well-deserved free time after finishing your exams. 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