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1. German for Newbies: Game Afternoon Edition
On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, from 15:00 to 17:00 at Humboldt-Haus, Pontstraße 41
Learning German doesn't have to be boring, quite the opposite! At our game meetup, the focus is on fun, community, and a relaxed atmosphere. We play fun games together, laugh a lot, and pick up bits and pieces of German along the way. Whether you're completely new to the German language or just want to enjoy a relaxed afternoon, here you can try things out, join in, and learn without pressure.
Register by January 10, 2026. We have limited spots!
More information about activities and support for international first-year students available at www.rwth-aachen.de/psc |
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2. Surviving RWTH Exams: How to keep calm and not cry in the library
On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 16:30 to 18:00 at Humboldt-Haus, Ground Floor.
Feeling overwhelmed by RWTH exams? Join us for a practical, stress-busting event (with snacks!) that’ll help you prep smarter, manage exam anxiety, and finally ditch the all-nighters for good. This event is offered in English.
Registration required by January 25, 2026 – limited spots!
More information about international first-year activities available at www.rwth-aachen.de/psc |
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3. Welcome Week Summer Term 2026: Volunteers Wanted!
Would you like to support new international students as they start their journey at RWTH Aachen? Then join us as a Welcome Week volunteer for the summer term 2026!
From April 7 to April 10, 2026, you’ll help welcome new international students, support them during events and activities, and contribute to creating a friendly and inclusive atmosphere on campus. Volunteering during Welcome Week gives you the chance to meet people from all over the world, gain intercultural experience, and get actively involved in university life. Your engagement can also be recognized as a component of your Certificate International.
Register as a volunteer by February 22, 2026 and become part of the Welcome Week crew! |
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4. Einstein's Music Box: Exclusive concert for our students
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 7pm
In keeping with tradition, the Aachen Symphony Orchestra will perform at the core of student activity at RWTH Aachen University, now for the 12th time. Together with guests from the world of science and in entertaining interviews, an exciting program will see us investigate the connection between music and science.
Where? Aula 1, RWTH Aachen Main Building, Templergraben 55
When? Doors open at 6:30pm
Admission: Admission only with a valid ticket. Students at Aachen universities can obtain free tickets on presentation of their student ID card/Bluecard at the RWTH Shop, Templergraben 55 (during the regular opening hours).
Remaining tickets are only available to students at the box office. |
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5. Scholarship Information Session
Tuesday, January 20, 6 to 8pm
Curious about scholarship opportunities? Join us for an information session, held in German, to learn more about available scholarship programs and funding agencies. This central information event, will bring together representatives from all state-supported scholarship organizations. The RWTH Education Fund will also be presented.
The session starts at 6pm in a shared Zoom room with brief presentations from the participating scholarship organizations. These will highlight both their similarities and, most importantly, their distinctive features. Following this, you will have the opportunity to join individual Zoom rooms for approximately 30-40 minutes to speak directly with representatives, ask questions, and clarify your specific concerns.
Who Can Attend: Open to all RWTH Aachen University students.
Please register via this link.
Please note: The event will be held in German, and it is not open to high school students or parents. A separate online lecture for this group is available: “Online-Vortrag mit Einblicken in das Thema Stipendium.”
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Movie night: Mary and Max oder schrumpfen Schafe, wenn es regnet (DE)
Adam Elliot's Australian stop-motion animated film (2009) tells the unusual but deeply moving story of the friendship between eight-year-old Mary Daisy Dinkle from Melbourne and 44-year-old autistic Max Jerry Horovitz from New York, who suffers from loneliness.
Where? Aula in the Main Building, Templergraben 55
When? 21.01.2026, Start: 8:15, Admission: 19:45
Buy your tickets here, price: 3,50 EUR.
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Here’s to 2026: A year full of new opportunities and stories. Maybe of new friendships as well? The new summer semester is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of international mentees ready to dive into campus life in Aachen. So if you’re up for sharing your wisdom, swapping study tips, and being someone’s welcoming hand, we want YOU as a Buddy. So please update your buddy profile.
Greetings from Dominika Lichteveld, Ilayda Özkan and Baran Peltek from the BeBuddy Team! |
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