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This year, ELLS, the Euroleague for Life Sciences, celebrates its 25th anniversary! We invited Prof. Dr. Schneider, president of the University of Hohenheim Prof. Arthur Mol, Rector Magnificus and Vice-President of Wageningen University & Research (2015-2024), and Chair of the Euroleague for Life Sciences Universities ELLS (2002-2024) Prof. Dr. Claudia Bieling, Professor for Societal Transitio...

What's it like to grow up in Rwanda and pursue a PhD in Germany? Born in Germany and raised in Rwanda, our guest Kai shares his personal journey across two countries and cultures. After spending 18 years in Rwanda, he moved to Germany to study. Now, he is doing a PhD in Food Science at the University of Hohenheim . In this episode, we talk about his experiences growing up in Rwanda, why he cho...

Discover how AIESEC at the University of Hohenheim empowers both international and German students to grow beyond borders — through leadership, global exchange, and meaningful impact. 🌍✨ Tune in to learn why joining AIESEC could be your next big step! Visit aiesec.de/lcs/stuttgart-hohenheim

What drives someone to dedicate their life to science? 🔬✨ In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Marta Plichta, who visited our university in 2025 to pursue her research, and dive into the story behind the scientist. From the spark that led her to pursue a PhD to the real-world impact of her work, Dr. Plichta breaks down complex ideas into insights everyone can understand. We explore: • the inspi...

Ever wondered what it's like to represent youth voices on a global stage? 🎤🌐 In this episode, we chat with Sarah from the Czech Republic 🇨🇿, student of Agricultural Sciences in the Tropics and Subtropics, and Lokesh from India 🇮🇳, student of Organic Agriculture and Food Systems. Sarah shares her experience at the National Model United Nations , while Lokesh takes us behind the scenes of the ECOS...

🚗 Getting a German Driver’s License as an International Student? Yes, it’s possible — and here’s what it takes! In this episode, we talk to Gibson, an AgEcon student who shares his journey of getting a German license on top of his Kenyan one. Why did he do it? Was it worth it? And how hard is it really? 🎯 Motivation & prerequisites📚 Adapting to German rules🛞 Practical lessons 🧠 The exam s...

Think Big. Grow Fast. 🚀 Got a startup idea but don’t know where to start? Step inside Hohenheim’s InnoGreenhouse — where bold ideas become real ventures. 🌱 We teamed up with Max Scheu to explore how students go from “what if?” to “what’s next.” Mentorship, pitch practice, and real innovation await. Plus, two success stories of international entrepreneurs of Hohenheim! 👉 Curious? You NEED to see...

Want to stand out in today’s job market? 🚀🎯 Get ahead with the AIDAHO Certificate — your ticket to mastering AI & Data Science while you study at Hohenheim! In this episode of News4Internationals, we spill ALL the details with Tobias Schrimpf: ✅ What AIDAHO is ✅ Who can join ✅ How YOU can earn a free certificate (and boost your CV!) ✅ Why it's a game-changer for your future! No crazy pre...

Sustainability isn't just a concept - it's a movement! Meet Ashmita and Jasmin from the Green Office at the University of Hohenheim as they share how their office is making sustainability a core part of university life. Listen now and join the movement! #UniversityofHohenheim #GreenUniHohenheim #SustainableFuture #JoinTheMovement Green Office: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/green-office I...

In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the upcoming Hohenheim Summer School 2025, hosted by the Faculty of Business, Economics, and Social Sciences at the University of Hohenheim. After a two-year hiatus, the Summer School returns with an innovative three-week program that tackles the twin transformation of digitalization and sustainability , two of the most urgent topics of our time. Visit ⁠...

Writing a thesis is an exciting and rewarding journey, and our university offers a variety of ways to approach it: you can engage in literature research, work on projects funded by university chairs, participate in an Erasmus scholarship, or even collaborate with another university. In this episode, Binyam shares his experience of working on his thesis in collaboration with another university. He...

Are you ready to discover your way into the labor market? In this episode, we have a special guest, Annette Schorp from the Agentur für Arbeit , who works closely with the CareerCenter of the University of Hohenheim . Join us as we delve into the vital relationship between this governmental institution and the CareerCenter, and uncover everything you need to know about entering the workforce . 📌...

Are you ready to take your first steps into the professional world? In this episode of our video podcast, we sit down with Hannah Mönninghoff from the CareerCenter of the University of Hohenheim to explore the amazing opportunities and resources available to students and graduates at the university. 💼 What’s the Hohenheim CareerCenter? The CareerCenter is your go-to for professional orientation,...

🌿🎓 In this sun-kissed episode, we dive deep into the world of academia with Hemanth Puppala, a passionate PhD candidate who chose to continue his academic journey at the University of Hohenheim after completing his Master’s there. Ever wondered about the difference between a PhD candidate and a PhD student? Hemanth breaks it down, sharing invaluable insights on the advantages of both paths, navi...

🌟📽 Join us for our video podcast premiere, and our first episode of our new series #InternationalVoices, in which present you fellow students and their remarkable stories! 🌍🗣 In today's episode, Alessio Alberti, an Erasmus+ exchange student from Italy 🇮🇹, shares his journey from Milano to Brussels, and finally to Hohenheim. We speak about his international experiences, and Alessio offers us...

Join us in this episode as we chat with Deniz from Turkey and Edu from Spain, both international Master's students funded by Erasmus+ for their thesis research. Deniz is conducting fieldwork in Spain, while Edu explores research in Costa Rica. Discover how they navigated the journey from selecting a research topic to securing funding with the help of Carolin Maier at the Office of International Af...

In this episode, we delve into the critical EU Election 2024, taking place in June, and its far-reaching implications, even for international students. Joining us are Ha My , a German student, Lexi , an international Master's student from Peru, and Dr. Benjamin Gehring , the Joint Director of the Office of International Affairs at the University of Hohenheim. Together, we explore how policy ch...

~~ we apologise for the slight echo~~ Coming to Hohenheim soon and don't know anything about German health insurance yet?! Jessica works for a German public health insurance provider. She will guide us through the maze of coverage options, rules, and benefits in this essential episode. Are you a new student? Take a look at the Welcome Guide, provided by the Office of International Affairs at the U...

Join us as we delve into the exciting world of study stays abroad, exploring mobility options and practices. We sit down with the wonderful Carolin Maier, student mobility manager at the Office of International Affairs in Hohenheim, to discover how you can make informed choices about a study, research or internship stay abroad. Tune in to gain valuable insights into shaping a fun and academically...

Join us for an interview with Paul Effah, a former A+ student of Agricultural Economics, about his journey from finding and choosing a topic, conducting research, to evaluating and interpreting the collected data, and finally starting the writing process. Paul shares his experiences of working on a thesis as part of a larger program that funded his research development in Ghana and Burkina Faso. W...

The main focus of ELLS lies in collaborative educational practices, fostering both student and staff mobility. By engaging in these endeavours, the network aims to produce graduates equipped to meet the challenges of both European and global employment landscapes. By exchanging knowledge and expertise throughout the network, ELLS seeks to enhance the national and international position and potenti...

Learning German makes you anxious? Don't be! Listen to this episode and find out why and what other international students loved about the German Intensive Courses! These classes are not only teaching you German. They make you discover cool places and find new friends; and last but not least, there is a lot of food involved! Interested in an intensive class? Check out the Language Center's website...

How easier everything would be if you knew German: shopping, buying a bus ticket, understanding your landlords. Hey, wait! You can learn that! Have you ever heard of the intensive German language courses at the University of Hohenheim? Deniz talks to Valentin Henzler from the Language Centre about the content, the framework programme and why German is important for you despite globalisation. Liste...

[Repost] Martin and Deniz discuss helpful tips and tricks for the upcoming exam prep period. How can you keep up with your workload and still find the time to meet your friends and do something nice and relaxing for yourself? Learn more in this episode! Stay tuned for the second part about all important rules and regulations explained by the examinations office.

Ghita and Anna from AKN are our guests today and tell us about their latest project: The Sustainability Guide. In this guide, you will find, for example, food-sharing spots, free household items, the FRESH community garden, but also learning spaces and other spots connected to sustainability - sometimes more, sometimes less obvious. Learn how you can make your life more sustainable and even save m...