On Tuesday, 3 March, the new exchange students for the 2026 summer semester were welcomed to Paderborn University at an introductory event organised by the International Office. The 76 international students come from 37 partner universities/institutions from 21 different nations. Together with 49 other exchange students who already began their stay in the winter semester, they will spend the coming semester in Paderborn.
During the introductory event, the international students were given an overview of the university and the campus. This was followed by a first visit to the cafeteria. They were also introduced to the cultural programme they can take part in during the summer semester. The International Office and the student association "Eurobiz e. V." organise numerous events, including trips to various cities in Germany.
During their first week at Paderborn University, the new students take part in intercultural workshops organised by the International Office. The events on the subject of "Living and studying in Germany" are designed to help them quickly settle into their new surroundings. The students also complete a German course in March to prepare for the semester. In addition, the exchange students are supported by 38 Paderborn students as mentors, who accompany the exchange students in the first few weeks and support them, for example, in signing rental contracts, making their first purchases or going to the residents' registration office.
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