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BeBuddy Newsletter 09/24

A lot is happening this month – check it out yourself! 😊

 

 

Buddies Wanted!

 

The BeBuddy team is looking for experienced and motivated Buddies to help represent the Program at two upcoming events:

  • Freshers Fair: 1pm – 4pm, Audimax Foyer
  • GoAbroad Fair: 2pm -5pm, SuperC, 6th floor

You’ll have the opportunity to share your experiences and answer questions from curious students. Having supported at least two different mentees is required. This commitment will count as one of the optional components for the International Certificate. If you're interested, send us an email!

 

Welcome Week for New International Students

 

RWTH Aachen University is looking forward to welcoming its new international students during the Welcome Week organized by the International Office from September 23 to 27, 2024. 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 Welcome Week volunteers.

You can find further information about the Welcome Week program at http://www.rwth-aachen.de/welcomeweek.

 

 

Intercultural Trainings

 

Since the last two months, you can again participate in intercultural training sessions. These sessions might interest you if you want to learn more about cultural models and how to categorize and reflect on your own experiences, especially in relation to potential conflicts. Additionally, we will explore German culture and clarify the difference between stereotypes and prejudices.

Next dates are:

  • 11th of October, 9am 12:30 am, 2nd floor of Humbold-Haus
  • 30th of October, 9am 12:30 am, 2nd floor of Humbold-Haus

The trainings are held up in German. If you are interested, send an email to the trainer. If you're unavailable, but still interested, you will be added to the waiting list.

Note: The intercultural training is mandatory for the certificate international.

 

IntSpire - An award to win

 

With more than 14,400 students and 1,080 researchers with international backgrounds from 141 countries, lived internationality is a central aspect of the university landscape at RWTH Aachen University. With the award of the IntSpire prize, RWTH Aachen University aims to recognize and honor individuals and institutions that have made extraordinary contributions to the internationalization of the university in their professional lives.

Nominations of individuals or organizations can be submitted in the proposal phase from September 01, 2024 to October 15, 2024. The International Office looks forward to receiving many submissions! Congratulations once again to Dr. Alexander Birich, winner of IntSpire 2023.

Further information can be found at: www.rwth-aachen.de/intspire

Contact: intspire@rwth-aachen.de

 

Semester ticket on Naveo-App

 

Starting in the winter semester 2024/25, the semester ticket will be available for first-time students in the Naveo app of the Aachener Verkehrsverbund. The ticket will no longer be issued on chip cards by default.

As a new student (first-time enrollee), you will receive a personal migration code via your RWTH email, which you can use to log into the Naveo app. Underage students will continue to receive the chip card automatically and can use the app once they turn 18.

If you were already enrolled at RWTH during the summer semester 2024, you can continue using your chip card for now. The app will initially be available only for first-time enrollees.

 

BeBuddy-Stammtisch (regulary Meetup)

Buddies and Mentees are invited once again to meet up, connect and to spend a nice evening together. Our volunteer organizer will be present at that evening and happy to meet you all. If you want to join, send us an email till the 16th of September to bebuddy@rwth-aachen.de

Date: Thursday, 19th of September, 7pm

Location: Papillion, Pontstraße 151, 52062 Aachen

 

AachenSeptemberSpecial 2024

This vibrant event brings the city center to life with a Ferris wheel, diverse attractions, and musical performances for all ages. Enjoy a variety of live music, diverse food offerings, and festive entertainment throughout the event – entry is free for everyone.

Date: September 19th to 22nd.

Location: Katschhof, Elisengarten, Münsterplatz…

 

Gaming Café Aachen

Join the Gaming Café Aachen, a hub for gaming and anime enthusiasts, where you can dive into a wide range of video games, board games, and trading card games. Enjoy exciting game nights and connect with fellow anime and manga fans in a cozy setting – every last Sunday of the month.

Next meeting: 29th of September, 2pm

Location: Mefferdatisstraße 16-18, 52062 Aachen

 

We hope you are keeping your head up during this exam period. We are sending you our best wishes from the International Office, where we are busy matching you Buddies with the new international students for the next semester! Thanks a lot for your commitment.

 

Leonie Hafen, Betül Yildiz and Baran Peltek from the BeBuddy Team

 

 

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