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BeBuddy Newsletter 11/24
The cold is slowly setting in, but don’t worry—there are plenty of exciting things to do in November.
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Intercultural Training Sessions: Upcoming Dates
We are happy to announce the dates for the upcoming intercultural training sessions! For the first time it will be a session bringing together international and non-international students to share their intercultural experiences. Various topics will be explored, such as reflecting on one’s own cultural identity, as well as intercultural communication and conflicts. Participants will engage with different concepts both theoretically and practically through interactive exercises. Your trainer will be Ms. Kenny-Erb from “training4expats”.
These sessions are open to all students planning an exchange abroad or currently studying in Germany as international students. All future Buddies in the BeBuddy program are warmly invited, as well as any students interested in the topic and open to discussion. Participation in the training will count toward the <https://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/studium/im-studium/engagement-freizeit/…> Certificate International.
The training sessions are structured in two-part blocks on consecutive days:
1. Thursday, November 21, 2024, from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm & Friday, November 22, 2024, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
2. Tuesday, December 3, 2024, from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm & Wednesday, December 4, 2024, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
3. Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm & Friday, December 13, 2024, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Language: English
Each session is limited to 18 participants. The registration deadline is two days before each training date.
If you are interested, please contact the organizer <mailto:leonie.hafen@zhv.rwth-aachen.de?subject=Intercultural%20Training%20English> Leonie Hafen.
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What’s Next After Graduation?
Wondering what’s in store after studying in Germany? Whether you're thinking about a PhD, starting a career, or exploring new options, this workshop could be helpful for you. It covers:
1. Pros and cons of different career paths
2. Application tips for both academic and non-academic jobs
3. Funding and residence permit basics
4. Alternative career options
This training is for international students in their final semesters looking to apply for jobs, internships, or working student roles in Germany.
Date: 21.11.2024 & 22.11.2024, each 15.00 -17.00 hours
Presenter: Dr. Andreas Stützer
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Venue: online via zoom
Fee: 5 €
Language: English
What’s St. Martin’s Day? Craft the Night Away!
Did you notice groups of children walking through the streets with small lanterns? This is part of the Saint Martin’s Day celebration, rooted in the legend of St. Martin sharing his cloak with a freezing beggar. Another story has him hiding among geese to avoid becoming a bishop, only to be revealed by their honking—possibly inspiring the tradition of the Martinsgans feast.
Saint Martin’s Day is celebrated in Germany with lively customs like lantern processions (Martinszüge) ending at a bonfire. In western Germany, children receive "Weckmänner" (sweet bread figures), and traditional Martinssingen songs fill the air. The Martinsgans meal with red cabbage and dumplings is also popular, a nod to past Advent fasting traditions.
On November 14th, you can join the AStA for a belated celebration at Craft the Night Away! Create your own lantern to honor this tradition. During the guided session, you’ll design and decorate your lantern step by step with autumn-inspired patterns—materials provided! Bring your ideas, and let your creativity shine. Supplies are limited, so arrive early to secure your spot!
Location: Humboldt-Haus
Time: 14.11.24 at 18:00
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<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 volunteer organizer will be present that evening and happy to meet you all. If you want to join, send us an email by the 24th of November to <mailto:bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de> bebuddy(a)rwth-aachen.de
Date: Tuesday, 26th of November, 7pm
Location: Papillion, Pontstraße 151, 52062 Aachen
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<https://aachenweihnachtsmarkt.de/de/home> Weihnachtsmarkt – Christmas Market
Each year, Aachen’s old town transforms into a Christmas market with many charming corners and tasty treats to try.
Date: 22nd November – 23rd December 2024
Location: city center of Aachen
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<https://www.filmstudio.rwth-aachen.de/de/programm/film/2886> Filmstudio: Howl’s Moving Castle
It's getting cold and cozy—perfect time to visit the RWTH Filmstudio and watch one of the Studio Ghibli movies by Hayao Miyazaki.
Next date: 26th November 2024, 8:15pm
Location: Aula / AachenMünchener Halle, Hauptgebäude der RWTH, Templergraben 55, 52062 Aachen
We're slowly getting ready for the upcoming Christmas season and looking forward to cozy days when we can sit inside with a warm cup of tea as it gets colder outside. Hopefully, you are too 😊
Leonie Hafen, Betül Yildiz and Baran Peltek from the BeBuddy Team
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BeBuddy Get-Together - Welcome to all our new Mentees and Buddies for this winter term 2024/25!
We’re excited to invite our new international students (mentees) and buddies – to a BeBuddy Get-Together!
This is a chance to meet and get to know each other and other participants of the BeBuddy Program. And what better way to do that than with some snacks and drinks?
When / Where /How?
* Date: Friday, November 15th, 2024
* Time: 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
* Location: Details will be provided after the registration deadline.
* Registration: Please send an email to <mailto:bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de> bebuddy(a)rwth-aachen.de until the 12th of November. Spots are limited, so it’s first come, first served :)
Whether you come alone or with your buddy/mentee(s), the BeBuddy team warmly welcomes you to this event. We’ll be providing some snacks and drinks.
And the motto?
The idea is to celebrate our international group! What best represents home for you? It would be wonderful if you could bring something typical from your home city or country, such as:
* A sample of a snack
* A song
* A picture
* A poem
* A game/play
* … Be creative! 😊
Of course, German buddies are also welcome to join in! Please let us know what you plan to bring in your registration email so we can plan accordingly.
We look forward to meeting you at this event!
If you have any questions, please let us know via <mailto:bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de> email or via phone +49 241 80-90842.
Greetings,
Leonie Hafen, Baran Peltek and Betül Yıldız
