To gain a better understanding of German culture, we will examine the concept of “independence” or "autonomy" together with Prof. Christoph Vatter from Intercultural Business Communication. What role does it play in Germany and in the academic culture here? Why is this the case, and why is it different…
With their semester contributions, students at the University of Jena also pay for the Cultura Ticket, which gives them free admission to museums, theatres, concerts and cinemas. Find out exactly how it works in this episode! Guest: Ulrike Erfurth works in communications and marketing at the Thuringia…
This podcast aims to show international students that studying psychology in Germany – especially in Jena – is challenging but possible, and that with curiosity, preparation, and openness, you can not only adapt but grow – both academically and personally. Uni ambassador Solomiya talks about this with…
Life doesn't always follow the textbook. But if you read between the lines, you'll learn a lot - that's what university ambassador Solomiya experienced when she started her studies in Jena. Guest: Solomiya Strelbytska studies psychology at the University of Jena. She reports on her experiences as an…
What does a diversity office do? - That's what this episode is about. We will find out talking to one of the university's diversity officers. Guest: Prof. Dr. David J. Green is our university's Diversity Officer since 2009. He comes from England, is a mathematician and and holds a professorship at the…
It is not easy to get a place to study in the subjects with nationwide admission restrictions (medicine, pharmacy, dentistry). But even without a NC subject, you can pursue your career goals and become happy. University ambassador Soyee tells us how she succeeded. Guest Soyee Chan comes from Hong Kong…
In this episode, we take apart the long and complicated German word “Hochschulzugangsberechtigung” (university entrance qualification). - It determines whether you can study in Germany. Guest Laura Kaden works in the International Office at the University of Jena. She advises prospective international…
The Internationale Office Jena offers digital preparation workshops for guest students. Talking with two administrators we get to know about the content of these workshops and what is needed for a good preparation for guest studies in Jena. Guests: Sylvia Canario Acosta works at the International Office,…
The students Clara and Mo tell us about their volunteering as listeners. Content Note: This episode tackles the topic of mental health. In case of acute psychological issues one can get free support at the telephone couselling (0800 1110111). Other counselling options are linked in the shownotes. Guest:…
Every semester the WelcomeCafé takes place in the International Centre of Jena - let's meet some new students and find out more about this initial support offer.
Uni ambassador Anna Boldyreva and counsellor Birgit Thurm talk about exam anxiety: How is it affected by the status of international students? Which methods and support offers are there to deal with it?
The university ambassadors Anna and Emirhan are looking back on their first semester in Jena. Did Jena became their home by now? Which good experiences and challanges do they remember?
A letter from the examation office, a writing from the foreigners authority or a conflict with the landlord and the heart skips a beat – What support offerings are there for students regarding legal issues?
In this episode an exchange student talks about her experiences at the beginning of her stay in Jena and the start of the semester. How to prepare? What was surprising? How is studying in Germany different?
What kind of support do students in Thuringia get? What does counselling mean? With which problems can one visit the General Social Counselling? Let’s have a look at the counselling and support structures at the University of Jena. In this episode we talk about the General Social Counselling at the Studierendenwerk…