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Orientation Programs, Receptions, and Events

New surroundings, new university, new everything. To help you “arrive” and settle in, we offer different orientation programs, receptions, and events. The International Office and the various schools are looking forward to seeing you there!

During the Welcome Week, the International Office, and the schools will hold orientation events in English. You will receive tips for your stay in Mannheim as well as assistance in arranging your semester schedule. In addition to receiving important information on your studies, you will also be able to meet fellow students.

Events Organized by the International Office

Events Organized by the Schools

Other Events

Events organized by the International Office

  • Introduction to the studying system of the University of Mannheim for the spring semester 2025 by the International Office & Orientation Event of the Studierendenwerk

    Wednesday, 5 February 2025, 2–3.30 p.m.

    Meeting point: SO 108

    This event is especially geared towards exchange students. You will be given tips and important information about the University of Mannheim, studying, choosing courses, and your contact persons. Important information on visa and residence permits will also be presented. The  Studierendenwerk will give information on services and counseling offered. Questions such as:

    • Who do I contact when something needs to be repaired?
    • Who can help me if I have trouble with my internet connection?
      and many others will be answered at this event.

  • Reception for international students and researchers

    Friday, 7 February 2025, 4 p.m.
    Meeting point: SO 108

    You are cordially invited to attend! All international students and researchers will be officially greeted by a member of he President’s Office and the head of the International Office.
    International student organizations, the Institute of Sports, and the counseling services of the Studierendenwerk will present their programs.
    Afterwards you will have the opportunity to get in touch with fellow international students.

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Please find the semester program containing all the events for international students in the following brochure:

Events organized by the schools

The more specialized orientation events of the departments are your opportunity to ask your departmental exchange coordinator all about courses and classes. You can also ask for assistance in arranging your semester schedule.

 Click here for our campus plan. 

Library Tour

Library Tour (30 minutes): Get to know Mannheim's University Library and the most important library services while joining our library tour.

Thursday, 22 August 2024, 10:15 a.m., Central Lending Library

Thursday, 29 August 2024, 10:15 a.m,. Central Lending Library

Wednesday, 4 September 2024, 10:15 a.m., Information desks in the subject libraries

Thursday, 12 September 2024, 1:45 p.m., Central Lending Library

Please register for the library tours via email: info.ubmail-uni-mannheim.de

International Dinner

Wasabi or chili? Korean Kimbap or French Quiche Lorraine? This semester, the student initiative ESN VISUM and the International Office host an International Dinner.

You will prepare a typical meal or drink from your country and at the same time taste dishes from different regions of the world!

Hungry yet?
Grab your ESN VISUM buddy and your friends, and start cooking!

Impressions from the International Dinner

Um eine Säule des Schlosses Mannheim hängen viele bunte Landesflaggen, z.B. von Griechenland, Ghana und Kamerun.
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Auf einem Tisch stehen viele verschiedene internationale Speisen. Viele Menschen schauen vergnügt auf das Essen.
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Viele Menschen stehen in einem bunt beleuchteten Raum mit hoher Decke. Überall hängen Flaggen aus der ganzen Welt.
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Zwei Studentinnen stehen vor einem Tisch mit Essen. Beide halten einen Teller in der Hand.
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Drei Menschen stehen lachend im Vordergrund. Hinter ihnen ist ein bunt beleuchteter Raum mit vielen Menschen.
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Drei Menschen stehen lächelnd vor einer türkischen Flagge und halten eine türkische Spezialität hoch.
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Teilnehmer*innen des International Dinner blicken mit Tellern in den Händen auf einen reich gedeckten Tisch.
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Contact:

Nadja Kindinger

Nadja Kindinger (she/her)

Team Lead International Exchange Students
University of Mannheim
Division II – Student Affairs
International Office
L 1, 1 – Room 110
68161 Mannheim
Phone: +49 621 181-1153
Fax: +49 621 181-1161
E-mail: kindingermail-uni-mannheim.de
Consultation hour(s):
You can book an appointment for a virtual consultation: https://www.uni-mannheim.de/en/about/centers-institutions-affiliates-and-partners/international-office/virtual-consultation-int-exchange-students/
Office hours:
Working from home every Monday and Friday as well as Thursday in even calendar weeks; on these days you can reach me via email only.
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