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This episode is all about winter, Christmas markets, typical Christmas food, great indoor and outdoor activities to keep you entertained during the cold season, parties, and a bit about German Christmas culture. Don't miss the exclusive trip offers by @isohohenheim at the end of this episode! X-Mas TMS party 04.12 ISO party at Aquarium-Egilolfstraße 20.12 Stuttgart Christmas Market 29.11 - 23....

#Study Every year, the Euroleague for Life Sciences invites students from ELLS member and ELLS partner universities to participate in the Scientific Student Conference (SSC). This year's main theme was The Power of Science - Many Perspectives on our World and took place in Hohenheim! We invited Aishwarya, who presented her research at the conference, and Anna, who was part of the organizational te...

Sahar interviews Harsh, who is currently on a semester abroad in France, about his past work experiences and what led him to pursue a master's degree in IBE at the University of Hohenheim. Due to his current hiwi position at the CareerCenter Hohenheim, Harsh provides us with insightful information regarding the offerings of the CCH, such as CV training, preparatory workshops, and company fairs. Th...

Sahar and Eranda meet to talk business. On what premises did Eranda decide on his further studies? What are his academic and professional background and goals? How does Eranda put his previous knowledge to work here? Where did he collect hiwi job experiences, and how did these develop his professional skills? And what after graduation? Let's hear about Eranda's individual path! You can still sign...

Aish and Flo introduce us to the UniNow app that helps you find your way to the right lecture hall, your schedule, and even check out the Mensa meal plan - and the best is that it's free! KIM, the Communication, Information and Media Center, offers many services, e.g. help with internet problems, software, but also operate the printers on campus which can also scan and copy. You only need your stu...

The world is moving closer together, we are globally linked, leisure, study and work take us digitally and physically to other countries. At the same time, hurricanes, forest fires, hailstorms, floods, draughts and landslides are making it increasingly clear that we urgently need to rethink our means of production and travel in order to stop heating up the planet and curb climate change. Off the p...

Our special guest for this episode is Hannah Mönninghoff from the Internship Office. The Internship Office works closely with the Career Center to help you get in touch with companies and employers for internships and jobs. Hannah Mönninghoff explains why internships should be a crucial part of your studies and how they can help you to land a job after graduation. Listen carefully for tips and tri...

Sahar and Bahram speak about Bahram's way from being an international IBE MSc student to being an employee at Mercedes Benz/Daimler. How did he land a job in such a prestigious company? What skills were needed? Which language skills were demanded? Bahram's way into Mercedes-Benz/Daimler already began during his studies! Listen to his personal experiences, and get useful tips and recommenda...

Shubhi and Libby talk about what it is like to be queer in Hohenheim! Did you know how the CSD, the Pride Parade, came into existence? Let's find out together! If you are coming to Hohenheim in the fall, or are already here, and identify as queer, as a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or as an ally, do not worry! You will find queer and queer-friendly spaces in and around Hohenheim ♡ Or do you...

After discussing study tips and hacks in our last episode, this time we invited Ms. Renner to guide us through the labyrinth of exam regulations. Where do I register for exams? Is there a difference between deregistration and withdrawal? What if I miss the deadline to sign up? And what happens if I fail an exam? These and more questions will be answered in our brand-new episode! ||| You can reach...

Have you ever wondered if your exam prep methods are helping you, or potentially hindering you in achieving the grades you want? Apart from taking advantage of workshops like "No Guesswork, No Stress: Study Skills for Success" (you can find workshops on F.I.T. Hohenheim), you can try the following tips Martin has for you. Not only is he studying two degrees (Agribusiness & Crop Scien...

In the second part of our student groups series, we introduce you to Cafete, the student-run, non-profit, fair-trade café where you not only get different kinds of coffee and hot chocolate (plus seasonal specials!), but you also can vote for the organisation(s) that the cafete donates their earnings to at the end of each semester. @cafete_unihohenheim If you already have (semi)solid German skills,...

We invited Anna from AKN to tell all of us about the Sustainability Week happening in Hohenheim from 12 - 16 June! It starts on Monday with the Schnippeldisko, which is followed by lectures, art work, plant exchanges, bread baking, clothing fair, and many more events where you can learn about and actively participate in sustainable activities and development. Visit  https://hochschule-n-bw.de/en/l...

This is the first part of our series introducing student groups you can find on the Hohenheim campus! This time, we invited ISO @isohohenheim [01:25 min], the still-forming Photographers of Hohenheim [06:10 min], the ÖHG @oehg.hohenheim [11:12 min], the Kulturgruppe @kulturgruppe_hohenheim [16:40 min], and last but not least, Re2Queer @re2queer [22:14 min]. What they're all about? Listen for y...

We continue our conversation about housing options in and around Hohenheim. Today, we offer more tips and tricks on house hunting, what to consider when bringing cooking utensils from home , how to deal with German-speaking landlords, and what gems could sit around the next corner, quite literally. Remember: Apply for student housing as soon as possible and check your emails every other day! The a...

Hello, we are finally back! This time, we are discussing the housing situation in Stuttgart and specifically what options you have if you are coming to Hohenheim as a new international student. What is living in the student dorms like? What do you need to know about student housing? What are important deadlines and useful tips to remember? We also take a look at options off campus. Where should yo...

Last episode we talked about study tips and tricks to prepare for your upcoming exams. For this episode, we invited Ms. Renner to guide us through the labyrinth of exam regulations. Where do I register for exams? Is there a difference between deregistration and withdrawal? What if I miss the deadline to sign up? And what happens if I fail an exam? These and more questions will be answered in our b...

For this episode we have invited a special guest again: Martin. He is studying for two masters, Agribusiness and Crop Sciences, and is part of the student parliament. Martin and Deniz talk about exam preparation and their experiences with strategies to cope with all the learning material alongside the other commitments you have in life. What works and what probably doesn't work? How do I find...

In our last podcast episode of 2022, we share our Christmas customs and explore the essence of this holiday. Some of us grew up with Christmas, some of us will experience their first Christmas this year. It is not only one of the most important holidays in Germany, if not the most important, but it is also a time to reflect on what really counts in life: the people with whom you share your life an...

Deniz and Alessa continue their chat about winter in Germany. Where can you find warm clothes, are there second-hand options, and what makes a good winter jacket? This one also is for our foodies: hot chocolate ideas, varieties of tea, Glühwein, and let's not forget about all those delicious winter meals. Grab your favourite cup, brew some tea and join us for a bit! | Milaneo and Gerber: shopping...

Deniz and Alessa chat about winter in Germany. We discuss energy-saving tips, and why lüften is so important in German culture. We also offer some useful tricks to cope with the dwindling daylight and cold weather, and why layering is a lifesaver! Tune in again next week for part II when we talk about second-hand options in Stuttgart, hearthy stews, and delicious hot chocolate with a secret ingred...

Holly, Wenya and Pauli talk about medical care and their experiences - what is a Hausarzt and why do you need one? What if you need to see a specialist? What costs can you expect? Are there differences between statutory* and private insurance (*referred to as legal insurance in this episode)? And finally - what do you do if a medical emergency happens to or near you? Trigger warning: This episode...

Deniz meets our wonderful guests Samyuktha and Uttej to talk about Diwali, the festival of lights. Diwali is one of the major religious festivals in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism, and symbolizes the victory of light over darkness. Learn more about the special customs, traditional costumes, and delicious food that make this breathtaking celebration. Did you know that Diwali shares some beautiful c...

Today's guests are Sarah and Ghita from Cafete, the student café. Join us for an interesting chat about what the Cafete is, what events are coming up and why you will soon get your daily dose of caffeine at their place - and their place only. :) Follow @cafete_unihohenheim for news and updates. Want to join their team? Dm them! You are a new international student coming to Hohenheim this winte...

Mayer and Alessa Heisler talk about what to expect and why to join the Welcome Week from 28. Sept to 16. Oct 2022! The Welcome Week is hosted by the Office of International Affairs. Information, tutorials, language course, maths prep course, intercultural training, fun tours and the opportunity to get to know your fellow students over coffee and tea - join in for a smooth start in Hohenheim! Find...