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November 2025
Meetup on Campus: Learn German In A Choir! (ongoing)
Date: 9 October 2025 - 18 December 2025 (on thursdays)
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, university staff members
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office), Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deLearn German in a choir! No experience needed - all singing levels welcome. Join us for weekly choir practice and get connected with other international researchers while having the opportunity to practise German phonetics. Hosted by the Researchers & Staff Department (International Office) and the Language Centre, this event is aimed at international researchers, professors and university staff members. Practise will be led by Aline Klieber, an experienced singing teacher specialising in voice training and language learning, who's also part of the Language Centre team. During lessons you will learn the basics of singing, including proper breathing, training of listening skills and thus the ability to adapt language production. The participation is free of charge.
Networking Event: Welcome to Münster on Roller Skates (ongoing)
Date: 1 October 2025 - 31 January 2026 (on sundays)
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, university staff members
Organiser: Hochschulsport Münster (University Sports)
Presenter: Maria Homeyer
Venue: Sporthalle Scharnhorststraße, Scharnhorststr. 118, 48151 Münster
Registration/rental skates: maria.homeyer@uni-muenster.de
E-mail address: maria.homeyer@uni-muenster.deFind details here: WHEELCOME
Info Session: Why Not START (It) UP? Navigating Self-Employment in Münster (13 November 2025)
Date: 13 November 2025
Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office), REACH - Euregio Start-Up Center
Presenter: Katy Krukar
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: international.founders@uni-muenster.deAre you an international researcher curious about freelancing, self-employment, or launching your own start-up in Germany? Join us for this special session on entrepreneurship presented by the international.founders Network.
What we will cover:
• Differences between freelancing, self-employment, and start-ups
• Key formalities around self-employment and taxes with introduction to international.founders Network Handbook
• Health and other insurance options for Entrepreneurs
• Reality-check with an start-up founder and international researcher via 'Why Not START (It) UP?' Q&A session
Register by 10 November 2025.Info Event: Staying in Germany!? Professional Perspectives, Funding and the Legal Framework (13 November 2025)
Date: 13 November 2025
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff, Dept. Human Resources (HR)
Presenter: Audrey Busch
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deFind out if staying in Germany is an option to boost your personal and professional growth during this upcoming information event hosted by the 'Researchers & Staff' department of the International Office in collaboration with the Department for Scientific Employees in HR. Topics covered will include ideas on how to start your own business, career paths in academia and how to prepare potential periods of unemployment. Furthermore, CERES and SAFIR will present training options and the research funding advice within the university. The event ends with a detailed overview on immigration law for researchers from non-Eu countries, offered by the Office for Migration and Integration in Münster. Designed for international researchers, professors and hosting staff, this event aims to provide valuable insights and guidance on long-term career perspectives and navigating the legal framework in Germany.
Register by 10 November 2025.
December 2025
Meetup on Campus: Learn German In A Choir! (ongoing)
Date: 9 October 2025 - 18 December 2025 (on thursdays)
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, university staff members
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office), Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deLearn German in a choir! No experience needed - all singing levels welcome. Join us for weekly choir practice and get connected with other international researchers while having the opportunity to practise German phonetics. Hosted by the Researchers & Staff Department (International Office) and the Language Centre, this event is aimed at international researchers, professors and university staff members. Practise will be led by Aline Klieber, an experienced singing teacher specialising in voice training and language learning, who's also part of the Language Centre team. During lessons you will learn the basics of singing, including proper breathing, training of listening skills and thus the ability to adapt language production. The participation is free of charge.
Networking Event: Welcome to Münster on Roller Skates (ongoing)
Date: 1 October 2025 - 31 January 2026 (on sundays)
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, university staff members
Organiser: Hochschulsport Münster (University Sports)
Presenter: Maria Homeyer
Venue: Sporthalle Scharnhorststraße, Scharnhorststr. 118, 48151 Münster
Registration/rental skates: maria.homeyer@uni-muenster.de
E-mail address: maria.homeyer@uni-muenster.deFind details here: WHEELCOME
Networking-Event: Seasonal Celebration on Campus (11 December 2025)
Date: 11 December 2025
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organsier: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House plus inner court Europa House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deJoin us for our 'Seasonal Celebration' event! We will mix a bit of Christmas market atmosphere with the singing of Christmas carols over hot drinks and tasty treats. Whether you're looking to expand your professional circle or just have some fun, our upcoming gathering has something for everyone. While socializing, all little ones can help decorate our Christmas tree for which childcare will be provided. Register now to soak up some holiday atmosphere with us! The participation is free of charge.
Register by 8 December 2025.
January 2026
Networking Event: Welcome to Münster on Roller Skates (ongoing)
Date: 1 October 2025 - 31 January 2026 (on sundays)
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, university staff members
Organiser: Hochschulsport Münster (University Sports)
Presenter: Maria Homeyer
Venue: Sporthalle Scharnhorststraße, Scharnhorststr. 118, 48151 Münster
Registration/rental skates: maria.homeyer@uni-muenster.de
E-mail address: maria.homeyer@uni-muenster.deFind details here: WHEELCOME
Networking-Event: Drop-by Thursday (22 January 2026)
Date: 22 January 2026
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Not needed
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deJoin us for a monthly gathering during winter to bring together international researchers, their families and hosting staff for casual conversations and hands-on help navigating their way around campus. These meetups are designed to drop by for a quick chat with Welcome Centre staff and and connect with fellow colleagues over some refreshments at Alexander von Humboldt-House/Europa House.
Info Event for Academics: Teaching and Training Abroad (22 January 2026)
Title: Teaching and Training Abroad (Erasmus+)
Date: 26 January 2026
Timee: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (noon)
Target group: Doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, university staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Sonja Zeggel
Venue: Webinar (Zoom session)
Registration: staff.mobility@uni-muenster.de
E-Mail address: staff.mobility@uni-muenster.deThis course will be held in German.
February 2026
Networking Event: Drop-by Thursday (3 February 2026)
Date: 3 February 2026
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Not needed
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deJoin us for a monthly gathering during winter to bring together international researchers, their families and hosting staff for casual conversations and hands-on help navigating their way around campus. These meetups are designed to drop by for a quick chat with Welcome Centre staff and and connect with fellow colleagues over some refreshments at Alexander von Humboldt-House/Europa House.
March 2026
Networking Event: Drop-by Thursday (19 March 2026)
Date: 19 March 2026
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Not needed
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deJoin us for a monthly gathering during winter to bring together international researchers, their families and hosting staff for casual conversations and hands-on help navigating their way around campus. These meetups are designed to drop by for a quick chat with Welcome Centre staff and and connect with fellow colleagues over some refreshments at Alexander von Humboldt-House/Europa House.