Dear BeBuddy members,
here are some useful information for you:
1) Time to get to know BeBuddy fellows: BeBuddy Get-Together on Sept 26, 2018
Our BeBuddy Get-Together evening gives you the opportunity to meet other students who are also part of this program and make new friends.
When? Sep 26, Wednesday, 7pm-10pm
Location: „Papillon“, Pontstraße 151 (http://www.cafepapillon-ac.de/)
Registration: None
Please click here to get more information on facebook.<https://www.facebook.com/events/341395769938873/>
2) Deutschstunde @Humboldthaus on Fridays, 1-3pm, starting soon (Oct 5)!
To all our German speaking students: Sign up as a German tutor and help your international fellows to learn German in a nice and relaxed atmosphere.
The International Office organizes German mentoring meetings in the Humboldthaus every Friday, 1-3pm. German speaking students act as tutors to international students and provide them with additional support in learning German. You can just sit and talk about different topics, exchange interesting information about your studies or read German newspapers or other interesting texts together.
Date: Starting Oct 5, 2018, every Friday from 1 - 3 pm
Location: Humboldt-Haus (Pontstr. 41) Aachen, 2nd floor.
Fees: None (international students who want to learn German do not need to register)
In case you want to act as a German mentor, pls fill out the doodle link: https://doodle.com/poll/w4k5kapitivsrrnz
Your commitment as a tutor will be considered for the Certificate International, voluntary component of group 1.<http://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Studium/Im-Studium/Engagement-Freizeit/E…>
3) AISA’s BollyBEATS 18 - Freshers Special
On Sept 30th, AISA (Association of Indian Students Aachen) invites you to party like there's no tomorrow. AISA is back with BollyBEATS 2018. Be there pumped up, and ready to dance through the night. https://www.facebook.com/events/292973617961263/
Where? APOLLO Aachen, Pontstraße 141
21.00 – 22.00 - Ladies Free Entry
22.00 – 23.00 - Happy Hours
Entry: €4
Special Entry (for Freshers): €3 (Bring your Semester Ticket or Proof of admission or save it on your phone📱! OR wear your International Office - Welcome Week Wristband
4) Welcome Week Event: Global Village in Humboldt- Haus, Sept 28
Humboldt-Haus (Pontstraße 41) is the intercultural center of RWTH Aachen University, where many international student associations hold their office hours and host various events such as International Tuesday from INCAS, dance workshops, cultural events, themed parties and much more.
On 28 September, we are transforming the Humboldt-Haus into a Global Village. Celebrate cultural diversity at RWTH Aachen along with international student associations AISA, AIESEC, BEST, INCAS, EESTEC, MexAS and the Queerreferat.
You can look forward to delicious traditional food, games, lots of fun and interesting conversations with members of the student associations from all over the world!
Here, you find all information: https://www.facebook.com/events/258870421375694/
5) Support Aachen’s biggest Judo event – the University sports center is looking for volunteers
Become part of the team and support the biggest Judo event in Aachen, as this year, the judo community Aachen will host the DHM (“Deutsche Hochschulmeisterschaft”) in Judo 2018 from October 12th to 14th. The DHM is getting closer and closer and therefore, the University Sports Center (Hochschulsportzentrumm) is urgently looking for volunteers to support them at the event!
There are many areas in which you can be active:
· Sports program Friday 12.10 to Sunday 14.10 .
· This includes hall construction, hall dismantling and list leader
· Technique: Maintenance and assembly, Friday to Sunday.
· Friday, technical setup in the competition hall, Saturday and Sunday for technical support and too naturally for dismantling technical equipment.
· Accreditation, Friday
· Accommodation: signposting and supervision, Friday to Sunday.
· Here, the sports center urgently need night guards!
· Breakfast: Construction and distribution, Saturday and Sunday.
· Here the early birds among you are requested, because the breakfast buffet has to be set up and ready at 7:00 and the athletes must be supplied and later on dismantled at 9:00.
· Catering: Box office and food serving, Saturday and Sunday.
· Award ceremony: Support, Saturday and Sun.
· They need a few medal holders that help them during the medal distribution.
If you have the desire and time to support a large national tournament, then register as a volunteer here<http://hochschulsport.rwth-aachen.de/cms/HSZ/Events/DHM-Judo/~rboh/Voluntee…> and indicate in which area you would like to help.
After you have successfully registered, the University Sports Center will write to you personally to clarify the exact details.
Of course, they also offer something to their hard-working volunteers:
· Being part of a unique event!
· Gaining experience in coordination and organization of a major event
· Food and drinks will be provided
· Free admission to the best sportsman party ever!
· As a thank-you for all helpers, the sports center organizes a volunteer dinner on the 23 October.
For further questions on this event, please contact directly Ms. Annika Gramberger (annika.mareike.gramberger(a)rwth-aachen.de<mailto:annika.mareike.gramberger@rwth-aachen.de>)
or visit the University Sports page : http://hochschulsport.rwth-aachen.de/cms/HSZ/Events/~rbjt/DHM-Judo/
Last, but not least: To those, who have already subscribed to the BeBuddy programme as a mentee and are waiting to be matched with a buddy: Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that you will be matched in time, especially before the start of the winter semester, as many international students are coming to Aachen during this period and are waiting for a buddy. We will do our best to provide you with a buddy as soon as possible and thank you for your understanding should this take a little longer.
Have a nice rest of the week and to all international freshers: Enjoy the Welcome Week<http://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Studium/Vor-dem-Studium/Internationale-S…> ☺,
Dominika Dudzik and the BeBuddy Team
PS: You can also follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/groups/462299100546664/?fref=ts>
In case you want to unsubscribe, please write a short email to bebuddy(a)rwth-aachen.de<mailto:bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de>
Dear BeBuddy members,
here are some useful information for you:
1) Time to get to know BeBuddy fellows: BeBuddy Get-Together tonight
Our BeBuddy Get-Together evening gives you the opportunity to meet other students who are also part of this program and make new friends.
When? Sep 5, Wednesday, 7pm-10pm
Location: „Papillon“, Pontstraße 151 (http://www.cafepapillon-ac.de/)
Registration: None
Please click here to get more information on facebook.<https://www.facebook.com/events/2189739897964098/>
2) Deutschstunde @Humboldthaus on Fridays, 1-3pm, starting soon (Oct 5)!
Sign up as a German tutor and help your international fellows to learn German in a nice and relaxed atmosphere.
The International Office organizes German mentoring meetings in the Humboldthaus every Friday, 1-3pm. German speaking students act as tutors to international students and provide them with additional support in learning German. You can just sit and talk about different topics, exchange interesting information about your studies or read German newspapers or other interesting texts together.
Date: Starting Oct 5, 2018, every Friday from 1 - 3 pm
Location: Humboldt-Haus (Pontstr. 41) Aachen, 2nd floor.
Fees: None (international students who want to learn German do not need to register)
In case you want to act as a German mentor, pls fill out the doodle link: https://doodle.com/poll/w4k5kapitivsrrnz
Your commitment as a tutor will be considered for the Certificate International, voluntary component of group 1.<http://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Studium/Im-Studium/Engagement-Freizeit/E…>
3) Become a part of the TEDx community!
The TEDx organizing team in Aachen is looking for new members!
The student initiative organizes one TEDx conference in the form of a full-day event with inspiring talks as well as an interesting framework program. Besides the big conference, they organize multiple smaller events throughout the year.
The team is excited to start organizing the 2019 conference soon. If you like creative work and organizing events, meet TEDx Aachen next Friday (Sept 7) at Humboldt Haus (Pontstraße 41) at 7:30pm and become part of their group!
If you do not know TEDx and their work, feel free to check out their website www.tedxrwthaachen.de or the videos of TEDx talks previously held at their events.
4) RWTH Intercultural training – focus India and China
You are planning a stay abroad in China or India? You are fascinated by (one of) these countries and their rich culture? You plan to mentor a student coming from China or India? Then feel free to subscribe to the free-of-charge intercultural training with focus on India or China given by two expert trainers.
During this 2-day training, you will enhance your intercultural competence and get to know different cultural values. You can learn more about the differences and similarities between your native culture and the Chinese or Indian culture.
The first day will focus on giving you a general insight into intercultural communication. During the second day, the group will split – there will be a group focusing on China and another focusing on India. You can decide to which group you want to belong.
When: Oct 24 + 25, 2018
Language: English
Location: You will get the information after the registration
Registration: The number of the participants for each date is limited. Please send an email to (Ms.) Dominika Dudzik Dominika.Dudzik(a)zhv.rwth-aachen.de<mailto:Dominika.Dudzik@zhv.rwth-aachen.de>
Fee: This workshop is free of charge.
Have a nice week,
Dominika Dudzik and the BeBuddy Team
PS: You can also follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/groups/462299100546664/?fref=ts>
In case you want to unsubscribe, please write a short email to bebuddy(a)rwth-aachen.de<mailto:bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de>
Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren,
Ich suche eine Buddy und ich glaube ich muss einen email zu ihnen schicken.
Danke im Voraus und schönen Tag noch.
Beste Grüße,
Shams Dulaimi
Dear BeBuddy members,
here are some useful information for you:
1) Workshop on Intercultural Communication<http://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Die-RWTH/Profil/Internationalisierung/Ve…>, (Sept 6+7), few spots available!
How do I effectively communicate within international teams? How can I improve my understanding of foreign cultures? These and many more questions will be answered during the free-of-charge "Workshop on intercultural communication". This 2-days workshop is intended for international students and for German RWTH students who wish to embark upon a study abroad period, who are active in international student organisations, or who would simply like to improve their communication skills.
As the seminar is held in English, you will also improve your English language proficiency. Participation in the seminar will also be considered as a component for the Certificate International<http://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Studium/Im-Studium/Engagement-Freizeit/E…> (group 2).
The workshop is held by Alexia Petersen, a Canadian with multicultural background who has lived in Aachen for many years. Ms. Petersen is a highly experienced trainer and consultant in intercultural communication, working with various target groups in both universities and research institutions, and international companies. Please register by email to the coordinator, Ms. Dominika Dudzik via email: dominika.dudzik(a)zhv.rwth-aachen.de
When? Thursday, September 6, 2018, 9am to 6pm and Friday, September 7, 2018, 9am to 5pm
Where? Location will be announced upon registration
2) Come and join next week’s BeBuddy Get-Together, Aug 22
Last week was fun. Why not repeating this evening with nice people and a drink together? Our BeBuddy Get-Together evening gives you the opportunity to meet other students who are also part of this program and make new friends.
When? Aug 22, Wednesday, 7pm-10pm
Location: „Papillon“, Pontstraße 151 (http://www.cafepapillon-ac.de/)
Registration: None
Please click here to get more information on facebook.<https://www.facebook.com/events/217162312479562/>
3) INCAS weekend "Aachen" on Saturday, September 1st
The INCAS team (INtercultural Centre of Aachen Students) invites you to join another event of fun and cultural exchange.
They will wait for you on Sept 1 at 1:10pm at Karlsbrunnen on the marketplace to do a 95-minute guided tour of the old town of Aachen. The tour ends at 2:40pm. After the city tour, the participants are relieved and have time to explore the city on their own. In Pontstraße there are many places to eat well. The city center offers numerous shops on the Adalbertstraße (Aquis Plaza) or in the Krämerstraße. But you also have the opportunity to visit the Carolingian Palatine Chapel of Charlemagne at Aachen Cathedral for free. Admission to the treasury costs 4 euros for a reduced price.
All information about the program and registration can be found on our homepage at:
https://www.incas.rwth-aachen.de/newsite/index.php/en/offers
4) Read your short story to little children at the Day of Integration, Sept 2
The Day of Integration<http://tag-der-integration.kibac.de/> takes place once a year with diverse, cultural performances, sports demonstrations, and presentations in Aachen. The hosts are the initiatives, associations, institutions, and companies from Aachen and the surrounding area.
Related to the Day of Integration (2nd September 2018 in Aachen), the International Office would like to participate by reading short stories to little children. That's why we're looking for students who would like to contribute with a little country-specific story, which will be read by them in both their mother tongue and German. It can be fairytales, legends, or also informative texts (appropriate to children), so be creative. In the halls of Eurogress, where the Day of Integration will take place, there will be a little separated area, which will provide more silence to read. These stories will be read hourly, each hour with a different story in a different language, starting from 12 o'clock.
Should you be interested, you are welcome to leave Ms. Tamara Weber<http://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Die-RWTH/Kontakt-Anreise/Kontakt-RWTH-Aa…> a message with the story (or at least the topic it will be about) and the language you will read it in.
5) Workshop on Time Management for International Students
Do you want to make a realistic study plan from the start? Have you ever made study plans before but failed to stick to them? Would you like to improve your time management?
Topics:
• Reflecting on personal time management
• Identifying personal goals
• Setting priorities
• Applying theories of time management to everyday life
• Preparing for examinations successfully
• Effective organization of breaks
Date: 2 units
Wednesday, 22th August &
Thursday, 23th August 2018 from 10.00 am to 13.00 pm
Presenter: Dipl.-Psych. Sabine Salentin & M.Sc.-Psych. Katharina Willius
Language: English
Venue: Seminarraum IV, Student Advice Centre
(Zentrale Studienberatung), Templergraben 83
Registration: Online registration opens on 09th Aug 2018 at 6 pm. (www.rwth-aachen.de/studientrainings)<http://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Studium/Im-Studium/Studientrainings/~kvo…>
Have a nice week!
Dominika Dudzik and the BeBuddy Team
PS: You can also follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/groups/462299100546664/?fref=ts>
In case you want to unsubscribe, please write a short email to bebuddy(a)rwth-aachen.de<mailto:bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de>
Dear BeBuddy members,
here are some useful information for you:
1) Workshop on Time Management for International Students
Do you want to make a realistic study plan from the start? Have you ever made study plans before but failed to stick to them? Would you like to improve your time management?
Topics:
• Reflecting on personal time management
• Identifying personal goals
• Setting priorities
• Applying theories of time management to everyday life
• Preparing for examinations successfully
• Effective organization of breaks
Date: 2 units
Wednesday, 22th August &
Thursday, 23th August 2018 from 10.00 am to 13.00 pm
Presenter: Dipl.-Psych. Sabine Salentin & M.Sc.-Psych. Katharina Willius
Language: English
Venue: Seminarraum IV, Student Advice Centre
(Zentrale Studienberatung), Templergraben 83
Registration: Online registration opens on 09th Aug 2018 at 6 pm. (www.rwth-aachen.de/studientrainings<http://www.rwth-aachen.de/studientrainings>)
2) Come and join next week’s BeBuddy Get-Together Aug 15)
Our BeBuddy Get-Together evening gives you the opportunity to meet other students who are also part of this program and make new friends.
When? Aug 15, Wednesday, 7pm-10pm
Location: „Papillon“, Pontstraße 151 (http://www.cafepapillon-ac.de/)
Registration: None
Please click here to get more information on facebook.<https://www.facebook.com/events/280017232729353/>
3) INCAS invites to their International breakfast this Sunday, 11am
INCAS cordially invites you to their next International Breakfast, which will take place Sunday, the 12th of August, 2018.
This time, they are going to prepare a multinational breakfast in which there will be something for everybody to enjoy.
INCAS would like to kindly ask you to register on the google form and pay the 2€ for the event in advance during the service hours, or Tuesdays after 8 pm, or in the worst case just come and pay on Sunday at the entrance :) There are around 30 spots available.
This is the link to the Google.Docs-link to the event:
https://goo.gl/forms/N3OESB1A0jeUv3Se2
Please register if you're interested in the event to confirm your participation.
Location: Humboldt - Haus, Pontstraße 41
Date: August 12th, 2018
Time: 11AM - 1PM
4) Read your short story to little children at the Day of Integration, Sept 2
The Day of Integration<http://tag-der-integration.kibac.de/> takes place once a year with diverse, cultural performances, sports demonstrations, and presentations in Aachen. The hosts are the initiatives, associations, institutions, and companies from Aachen and the surrounding area.
Related to the Day of Integration (2nd September 2018 in Aachen), the International Office would like to participate by reading short stories to little children. That's why we're looking for students who would like to contribute with a little country-specific story, which will be read by them in both their mother tongue and German. It can be fairytales, legends, or also informative texts (appropriate to children), so be creative. In the halls of Eurogress, where the Day of Integration will take place, there will be a little separated area, which will provide more silence to read. These stories will be read hourly, each hour with a different story in a different language, starting from 12 o'clock.
Should you be interested, you are welcome to leave Ms. Tamara Weber<http://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Die-RWTH/Kontakt-Anreise/Kontakt-RWTH-Aa…> a message with the story (or at least the topic it will be about) and the language you will read it in.
5) AEGEE Open Talk: Social Media - When did we decide to give up our privacy? (Aug 13)
The open talk is a new event by AEGEE-Aachen that will provide a space for international and local students to meet and share ideas in small groups. The members of a group can decide whether they want to discuss in German or English.
Topic of the day: When was the last time you were happy that youtube recommended you an interesting video? Have you ever wondered why amazon knows your wishes better than you? Social Media has many aspects that can influence our daily life. We want to discuss the chances and risks of our digital life with you!
When: Aug 13 (Monday), 6.30-8.45 pm
Where: Café Bar Zuhause
More information on facebook<https://www.facebook.com/events/846819919040209/>
Afterwards you are all welcome to come along for our weekly members meeting at "Café und Bar Zuhause"!
Have a nice weekend,
Dominika Dudzik and the BeBuddy Team
PS: You can also follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/groups/462299100546664/?fref=ts>
In case you want to unsubscribe, please write a short email to bebuddy(a)rwth-aachen.de<mailto:bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de>
Dear BeBuddy members,
here are some useful information for you:
1) INCAS invites you the Oman Country evening (Aug 7)
INCAS and the team of the Summer School of GUtech (German University of Technology in Oman) invite you and your friends to attend the Oman Country Evening<https://www.facebook.com/events/432293257255460/>. During this evening, you will learn about Oman's history and culture. There will be the opportunity to try Omani food. Since the number of sitting places are limited, we recommend you to be on time.
When? Tuesday, Aug 7, 8 pm
Where: Humboldthaus, Pontstraße 41
The event is free of charge
2) Start your Friday night with a drink and nice company at the BeBuddy Get-Together today (Aug 3)
Our BeBuddy Get-Together evening gives you the opportunity to meet other students who are also part of this program and make new friends.
You will also have the chance to watch the match England vs Croatia in a nice and relaxed atmosphere at Café Papillon.
When? Aug 3, 7pm-10pm
Location: „Papillon“, Pontstraße 151 (http://www.cafepapillon-ac.de/)
Registration: None
Please click here to get more information on facebook.<https://www.facebook.com/events/795664913953122/>
3) AEGEE is looking for ERASMUS tutors
It´s that time of the year again – engaged local students like you can become ERASMUS tutors!
One week full of endless fun and internationals is waiting for you!
You will have the opportunity of accompanying a group of lovely ERASMUS students assigned to you through their Orientation Week, finding many new international friends, broadening your horizon, gaining intercultural skills and enriching your own semester by having that special ERASMUS feeling in Aachen. Sounds good? Apply here: https://www.erasmus-aachen.de/locals_tutorium.php
Your commitment will be considered for the Certificate International,<http://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Studium/Im-Studium/Engagement-Freizeit/E…> voluntary component of group 2.
4) Day of Integration on September 2, 2018- support the team of the city of Aachen!
The Day of Integration<http://tag-der-integration.kibac.de/> takes place once a year with diverse, cultural performances, sports demonstrations, and presentations in Aachen. The hosts are the initiatives, associations, institutions, and companies from Aachen and the surrounding area. Are you interested in getting involved with the organization team to help shape the day and thus gather valuable experiences? Then contact the City of Aachen Integration Team via email: integration(a)mail.aachen.de<mailto:integration@mail.aachen.de>
Your commitment will be considered for the Certificate International,<http://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Studium/Im-Studium/Engagement-Freizeit/E…> voluntary component of group 1.
Have a nice & sunny week,
Dominika Dudzik and the BeBuddy Team
PS: You can also follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/groups/462299100546664/?fref=ts>
In case you want to unsubscribe, please write a short email to bebuddy(a)rwth-aachen.de<mailto:bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de>
Dear BeBuddy members,
connect with fellow BeBuddy members and have a drink together at Café Papillon. The Stammtisch organizer is awaiting you!
Join the BeBuddy Get-Together today (July 18 and July 25, 7 pm)
Our BeBuddy Get-Together evening gives you the opportunity to meet other students who are also part of this program and make new friends.
You will also have the chance to watch the match England vs Croatia in a nice and relaxed atmosphere at Café Papillon.
When? July 11, 7pm-10pm
Location: „Papillon“, Pontstraße 151 (http://www.cafepapillon-ac.de/)
Registration: None
Please click here to get more information on facebook.<https://www.facebook.com/events/1763022690458235/>
Have a nice week,
Dominika Dudzik and the BeBuddy Team
PS: You can also follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/groups/462299100546664/?fref=ts>
In case you want to unsubscribe, please write a short email to bebuddy(a)rwth-aachen.de<mailto:bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de>
Dear BeBuddy members,
here are some useful information for you!
1) Watch the World Cup match together with your fellow students at the BeBuddy Get-Together today (July 11, 7 pm)
Our BeBuddy Get-Together evening gives you the opportunity to meet other students who are also part of this program and make new friends.
You will also have the chance to watch the match England vs Croatia in a nice and relaxed atmosphere at Café Papillon.
When? July 11, 7pm-10pm
Location: „Papillon“, Pontstraße 151 (http://www.cafepapillon-ac.de/)
Registration: None
Please click here to get more information on facebook.<https://www.facebook.com/events/193829034624454/>
2) Day of Integration on September 2, 2018- support the team of the city of Aachen!
The Day of Integration<http://tag-der-integration.kibac.de/> takes place once a year with diverse, cultural performances, sports demonstrations, and presentations in Aachen. The hosts are the initiatives, associations, institutions, and companies from Aachen and the surrounding area. Are you interested in getting involved with the organization team to help shape the day and thus gather valuable experiences? Then contact the City of Aachen Integration Team via email: integration(a)mail.aachen.de<mailto:integration@mail.aachen.de>
Your commitment will be considered for the Certificate International,<http://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Studium/Im-Studium/Engagement-Freizeit/E…> voluntary component of group 1.
Have a nice week,
Dominika Dudzik and the BeBuddy Team
PS: You can also follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/groups/462299100546664/?fref=ts>
In case you want to unsubscribe, please write a short email to bebuddy(a)rwth-aachen.de<mailto:bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de>