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Social events winter term 2023/24

 

As the weekly market at "Alter Wiehrebahnhof" was packing its last boxes, we were ready to enter the scenery and play some hard fought table tennis matches. The location is special because of the multiple uses that co-exist throughout the day. In this bohemian environment, we enjoyed many matches in different playing modes, focusing on singles and doubles, playing each rally with great determination, focus and fun.
During the breaks there was plenty of time to share a laughter about the previous matches, while locals were strolling by and taking interest in the scenario.
Playing with and against locals widened the cultural scope of this event, and in the end, team ICM turned out not to be a closed society, but a natural element to the stories that are written under the trees at Alter Wiehrebahnhof.

 

A wonderful start into March! We explored the Augustinermuseum and immersed ourselves in its captivating exhibitions and architectural charm. The special exhibition showcasing Wilhelm Hasemann's "The invention of the Black Forest" featured a wide range of photographs and sketches capturing traditional costumes, idyllic landscapes of Gutach, and the men and women of the Black Forest in their daily pursuits or at special events.
The visit took an extraordinary turn as Georg Schäfer from the Freiburg School of Music played the monumental "Welte-Organ", the museum's largest treasure. The harmonious melodies of this traditional instrument added a unique layer to our experience.

nature walk & mobile photography

 

Our last trip took us to the beautiful Titisee. During our nature walk, we experienced almost all seasons, a bit of sun, a bit of cloud and a bit of snow.
After some very communicative minutes, we started our "photography hour", which meant that we tried to take pictures of each other as undetected as possible, which was great fun. At the same time we had the opportunity to take beautiful portraits, thanks to our good photographer Farid Ghodrati.
All in all, we learned a few mobile photography techniques in a relaxed atmosphere and set ourselves the challenge of who would take the best picture of the day.

photo by: Ahmet Selim Canakci (ICM mentor), Anna-Maria O'Donnell & Farid Ghodrati (ICM mentees)

Fasnetmendig

 

Narri! Narro! Another culturally unique event for us was the Rose Monday parade in the city center of Freiburg. Not only the parade itself, with well over 100 groups of "Narren" and witches, was very exciting to watch, but also all the hustle and bustle surrounding it.
In addition to listening to relevant German carnival music, we gained an insight into the traditional Fasnet of this region and learned that "Narri, Narro" is a derivative of "Narr", which is used by the revellers (the "Narren") both as a way of identifying each other and as a cheerful greeting.

photo by: Sejal Jadhav, ICM Mentee

Museum of Modern Art

 

During our visit to the Museum of Modern Art, we were not only able to view various objects and paintings in the special exhibition "Heads - masked, transformed", but also immerse ourselves in a masked ball. 

In this sense, our human face reflects our personality, reveals emotions and sensitivities - sometimes even things that we would rather hide. On the other hand, it can be alienated or reshaped by make-up or masks. We moved in this field of tension between showing, hiding and transforming and experienced a fascinating evening with a photo booth, creative masks, make-up, silent disco and free finger food.

photo by: Theofilus Steven Luisan, ICM Mentee

 

On 1st of Feb,  we gathered in the Aula (KGI) to mark the conclusion of another enriching season of the Intercultural Mentoring Program (ICM) at the University of Freiburg # Service Center Studium for Winter Semester 23/24. It was a time to reflect on the incredible journey we undertook together and on  the diverse experiences shared during the program.

The ICM Program, a microcosm of the diverse cultures within our university, has been a testament to the richness that arises when people from various backgrounds come together.

photo by: Theofilus Steven Luisan, ICM Mentee

More about the ICM closing event WS 23/24!

The evening began with formalities, where we acknowledged the collective effort that each participant contributed to the success of the Intercultural Mentoring Program. It was heartening to witness the achievements of our participants, whether in overcoming language barriers, navigating academic challenges, or fostering cross-cultural understanding.

The event seamlessly transitioned into a lively International Finger Food Buffet and Social Get-Together, where participants shared dishes from their home countries. This shared experience of flavors and aromas further strengthened the bonds we had built over the course of the program.

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to our mentors, mentees, and student assistants for their invaluable contributions during WS 23/24. Let's carry the lessons learned and connections made into our future endeavors, fostering a more interconnected and understanding community.

Anticipation fills the air as we look forward to the upcoming round of ICM, featuring interesting training, insightful workshops, and various social events, all designed to further enrich our intercultural experiences.

 

Museum of Nature & Mankind

 

To kick off a series of cultural events, we recently visited the Museum of Nature and Mankind. At the museum we discovered a diverse combination of natural and cultural environments. In addition to our tours of the permanent exhibition rooms, we were able to interact with some of the things on display.
A group of us also ended up chatting with a supervisor of the museum to get to know some fun facts about the museum in general. This scenery was quite interesting as the conversation took place in two different languages on opposite sides ​​and some things may have required some translation.

bouldering

 

In the spirit of the new year with all its new challenges, we challenged each other and put each other to the test with bouldering.
You're probably wondering who was the fastest or most athletically effective, or who had the most skills and was the bravest?
Regardless of these qualities and the difficulty of each bouldering challenge, we definitely supported and cheered each other on and spent a fun and adventurous afternoon at Freiburg's Blockhaus.

murder mystery

 

Scene one, take on - action ... Scene twenty-four, take on - action! Oh dear, and already a murder has happened...
On a mystical Wednesday evening, we got together in a small group to set out on the trail of the murderer. In this cinematic murder mystery setting, it can be assumed that not all the actors and participants quite liked the outcome of the movie and opinions differed widely, which is why a murder was committed.
Fortunately, thanks to special teamwork, we were able to track down the murderer and solve the mystery of the evening.

 

A flash back to the joyous Christmas party hosted by the Intercultural Mentoring Program and the International Club on Dec 14.

The turnout exceeded expectations, fostering a night filled with positive Christmas vibes. Students immersed themselves in crafting, cookie decorating, and singing carols from around the world. The evening became a melting pot of intercultural delight as students passionately performed various songs, creating an international symphony of festive joy. 

Special thanks to all performers who took the stage. Wishing everyone a season filled with cross-cultural warmth! 

intercultural training

 

The last intercultural training of the year 2023 was all about working successfully in intercultural teams.
In other words, we started by looking at different ideas about dealing with time and sense of space before delving into topics such as hierarchies, leadership and unconscious biases. Through group discussions and a guided presentation, we gained insights and concrete strategies for intercultural collaboration.
Cultural sensitivity and cultural awareness as well as communication, self-competence and trust are decisive factors for a successful collaboration.

book club

 

During our last visit to the english book club of the Ludwig book store, we discussed or rather talked in depth about "The Buddha in the Attic" written by Julie Otsuka.
It seemed that we were all on the same page and thoroughly enjoyed the book. Although the writing style may have caused some difficulties, it painted a diverse picture of the lives of Japanese picture brides who were promised the American dream (historically post WWI).
As readers, we were captivated by this book and highly recommend it.

 

ICM's visit to the planetarium was an illuminating experience, quite literally! The show focused on auroras, those mesmerizing polar lights. As the lights dimmed, we were transported to the Arctic, where vibrant hues danced across the sky. It was like attending a cosmic light show, complete with dazzling greens and purples. From magnetic storms to celestial ballets, we left the planetarium with a newfound appreciation for the beauty and science of these celestial light displays. A stellar time was had by all!

photo by: Farid Ghodrati, ICM Mentee

intercultural training

 

The intercultural training on Nov. 23 was a dynamic exploration of effective cross-cultural communication. Participants engaged in lively discussions and interactive scenarios, adding a playful touch to the learning experience. From decoding gestures to navigating diverse communication styles, the session was both enlightening and entertaining. The training provided practical insights and strategies, empowering participants to navigate intercultural interactions more successfully.

Mundenhof

 

To explore the outskirts of Freiburg a little more, we took the bus towards Mundenhof.
Mundenhof, an animal and nature adventure park, is divided geographically into different continents. We split up into small groups to discover and get to know the different continents and their respective animals.
On our way, we were able to capture one or two pictures and also came across "ganster animals". All in all, it was a very fun and autumnal excursion.

trivia & game night

 

Shortly before Halloween, we met up in the cozy StuSie Lounge to put our German language skills to the test. With our heads stuck together, we puzzled over trivia, which turned out to be a great challenge.
We also had time to discover more games and spend a fun evening together.

ICM kick-off 2023_24

 

The Intercultural Mentoring Program breaks all records: in WS 2023/24 ICM has connected over 300 students with their mentoring partners!

This semester, the Intercultural Mentoring Program (ICM) of the University of Freiburg has reached a new high with over 300 participants. On Wednesday, 18th of Oct., ICM celebrated its new success with its official kick-off. It was an evening filled with positive vibes and enthusiasm: More than 140 mentors and 160 mentees from all departments of the university met in person for the first time.

More about the ICM kick-off 2023/24!

ICM is an exceptionally fast-growing mentoring program in which over 1200 students have benefited from participation since its initial launch in the winter semester 17/18. This makes ICM an essential component in the support of international students at the University of Freiburg.

This semester, to complement the peer mentoring relationships, ICM has planned various networking opportunities, as well as diverse trainings and workshops for its mentors and mentees. The ICM-Team is thrilled with the outcome of the Kick-off and it is looking forward to supporting its participants with its numerous offers in WS 23/24:

  • Academic integration workshops for mentees
  • Intercultural trainings for mentees and mentors
  • Weekly socializing, cultural, and sport events

If you want to get to know our community, you are welcome to get in touch with us by emailing us at: .

 

discover Freiburg & challenge yourself

 

It's a rainy day in Freiburg, but as the German saying goes: "We're not made of sugar!". So we unpacked our rain jackets and waterproofs and met up anyway.
Our goal for the day was to explore the beautiful city center of Freiburg. We were able to learn a few new things about university buildings, the Pillar of Tolerance, the crocodile and the Minster through challenges in form of small presentations. We definitely had a lot of fun, despite the rain.

 

ICM was at the Stadium! This time not to play any soccer though.

On 13.10.2023 the University of Freiburg was welcoming its students at the SC Freiburg stadium. After the Welcome Talk by our rector, students visited the “Market of Opportunities”, with their family and friends. ICM team was very happy to see and chat with so many of its participants at its booth.

 

Social events summer term 2023

ice hockey match

 

The ice hockey event was a great experience. It was so much fun to watch and cheer on Freiburg in their 3-0 win against the Lausitzer Füchse. The crowd was also singing and chanting the whole time. There were even drums!

book club_the midnight library

 

Our participation in the book club of the bookstore "Ludwig" showed us that "The Midnight Library" by Matt Haig inspires a lot of thought and discussion.
The group appreciated the concept of exploring alternative lives to find happiness, and the central message was well received. We also realized that different readers interpret and appreciate a book in different ways. So it's great to hear different points of view on this novel.

 

Picnic at Seepark

 

The other day, we met at Seepark to have a summer picnic and enjoy the beautiful weather.
Meanwhile, we played Uno Flip and also tried our hand at the card game Durak. Unfortunately, the rules were a bit more complicated than expected and we should have listened to the rules non-stop like on the radio, but that made it all the more fun!

On a summery day, the mentors of this year’s program met for the first time at the “mentors get-together” on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. It was fantastic to get to meet our committed and enthusiastic mentors. A big thank you to all mentors who participated regardless of the summer break and the current exam preparations!

More about the mentors get-together 2023!

We are very happy to welcome over 140 mentors to the Intercultural Mentoring Program (ICM) in the winter term 23/24. Students from different faculties of the University of Freiburg have joined the pool of mentors, among them many former participants of ICM, offering their previous experience as mentors or mentees.

All united in their goal to help international students get off to the best possible start within a mentoring relationship, ICM mentors support the new comers with their transition and integration into the new academic and social system in Germany and offer mentees a study-related exchange of experience and knowledge. In a one-to-one mentoring relationship or within small groups, the mentees will have the opportunity to explore this new culture.

 

Titisee

 

Have you noticed that apparently the summer returned? To use that appropriately we traveled to Titisee within the Black Forest.

Together we went for a walk around the lake. Afterwards we were able to observe some of the most touristy places of Titisee, while we treated ourselves to an ice cream. It was a great outing!

bowling

 

 

Strike/ spare/ split - who will achieve the most points? We went to the Bowlingpark in Freiburg and tried to knock down as many pins as possible.

The competition was nice. However, we also got to talk and get to know each other, which made the afternoon even more fun!

Seepark chillout

 


On a really hot and sunny day we met in Seepark and spent a really nice afternoon with each other.

We were playing frisbee in the shadow and got to know each other by chatting about our lifes and hobbies. We finished this nice chillout off with some ice cream.

Schlossberg sunset tour

 


The rainy weather of the last few days could not stop us from hiking up the Schlossberg. 
Not only did we encounter many snails and steps on our way to the Schlossberg tower, we also discovered a donkey and were able to see a beautiful sunset.

So we were able to take full advantage of the unrainy hours in the evening!

aka-Filmclub

 


We experienced a very thrilling and action-packed evening the other night when we watched Fight Club together, arguably one of the classic movies.

For this we visited the so-called aka-Filmclub, a student flimclub that offers a varied and sophisticated film program at affordable prices.

Based on our experience, it is a recommendable event for all students.

intercultural training

 


When living in another country intercultural communication is key. That is why the ICM partnered with Carolin Nagy who sensitized the students towards the work in international working environments.

In the Intercultural Training the participants learned to develop intercultural competences to enhance teamwork and to collaborate with diverse team members. 

indian night

 


Together with the International Club of SwFr we hosted an Indian Night to celebrate and to gain new knowledge about the much diverse and lively country of India.

In a variety of ways, whether with singing, dancing, comedy or a Kahoot quiz, we were treated to a very inspiring evening while tasting different Indian snacks and enjoying an after-party with the most popular hits of India.

Thank you to our Indian ICM mentors who put all their heart and soul into the preparation of this evening and to all those of you who prepared a performance.

spring brunch

 


What better way is there to celebrate the new season than coming together and spending time with each other?

We met in a cozy café and had a nice chat while enjoying some delicious coffee and food.

book club

 


"Three women" - that's the book by Lisa Taddeo that we read and discussed in the great book club hosted by the book shop "Ludwig".

We were all rather critical of the book and therefore had a lively discussion with new, interesting aspects and ideas about it. 

Thank you to the book shop "Ludwig" for letting us join this great event!

workout

 

How nice is it to enjoy the warm spring weather, go outside and get our bodies moving?

That’s precisely what we did - we met in Stadtpark and did a little workout together. The goal of the workout was to just feel good and do something good for our bodies, health and mind.

 

Social events winter term 2022/2023

closing event 2022/23

At our face-to-face closing event on 11th of February 2023, we celebrated another successful semester of ICM.

We would like to thank all mentees and mentors for being part of this kind, supportive and welcoming community.

More about the closing event 2022/23!

At our face-to-face closing event on 11th of February, we celebrated another successful semester of ICM: More than 150 international students participated as mentees this semester and mastered the challenge of starting their studies in a new country. They were supported by about 150 mentors who were always happy to share their own experiences with their mentee(s) and to offer advice. We would like to thank all mentees and mentors for being part of this kind, supportive and welcoming community.

ICM – a win-win situation for both mentees and mentors

At the closing event, we were especially delighted by the personal reports of two of our longstanding mentors. They shared their personal mentoring experience and emphasized that being a mentor not only is a great way to support newcomers but it also provides so many benefits for mentors themselves. Not to forget it can be a lot of fun!

International Fingerfood Party

After the formal part and a short feedback session we turned our closing event into an international fingerfood party.  Many participants contributed a dish or snack from their home country and we were incredibly impressed by the beautiful and delicious international finger food buffet we created together. Trying those different dishes from all over the world was a real highlight of the event.

Thank you for all the effort you put into this!

Fasnet museum

 


There are few things that are more typical of the Baden area and more beloved by the people than "Fasnet". Right before Fasnet finished, we went to the Fasnet museum together.

In the museum, we got to know more about how the holiday arose, which meanings the costumes have and how Fasnet is celebrated in different areas of Germany.

We were given a tour by a great guide and it was really interesting for the international students to immerse in German culture and customs.

book club

 


"East, West" - that's a collection of short stories by Salman Rushdie that we read and discussed in the great book club hosted by the book shop "Ludwig".

The book club was incredible, we did not only have an interesting discussion about the book but also laughed and chatted a lot with the other participants.

Thank you to the book shop "Ludwig" for letting us join this great event!

soccer match

 


The SC Freiburg soccer club was playing against Bochum and won 2-0!

With this win and the goals of Lucas Höler and Michael Gregoritsch, the team of coach Christian Streich now is at fourth place of the German Bundesliga!

We watched the match together on a big screen in a bar.

hidden gems of freiburg

 

 

Isn't it crazy how you might be living in a city for years but still don't know all parts of it?

That's why we played our "discovery game - hidden gems of Freiburg".

With the help of l ittle fun tasks and challenges, we discovered Freiburg's sustainable district Vauban and really had a great time!

board game afternoon

 


On Tuesday, we had a really nice afternoon playing board games!

We were first playing the game "Qwirkle", at which you have to place colourful tiles to collect points. After that, we played the game "Codenames", a game that makes you guess the right cards in teams.

theater

 


What happens when a top manager from the 1980s, a female pope (who hid her gender for years), a woman from the painting "Dulle Griet" and three other interesting women have dinner?

Well, that's what we found out when we went to the theater play "top girls", written by Caryl Churchill and performed by the student theater group "maniACTs". The play was performed in a really lively and impressive way and the actors were doing a marvellous job!

snow walk

 


ICM made use of December's beautiful snowy wheather and did a snow walk!

We walked through the snowy forest, took a photo break at the Wasserschlössle in Wiehre and finished off with a cup of coffee to warm up after the walk.

brunch

 


Brunch time!

We met at a nice little café, talked about daily life and had some really interesting realizations about the differences between our cultures. While talking, we also had some delicious coffee, hot chocolate, bagels and muesli.

christmas market

 


Fairy lights, the smell of roasted almonds and mulled wine (or Kinderpunsch) - ICM started the christmas season with a trip to the christmas market in Freiburg.

We started off by getting to know each other over a mug of nice, hot drinks. Later, we got some food and strolled around the market, which is spread all over the city center.

What a nice way to come into the christmas spirit!


cinema

 



We all watched a movie called Glass onion at the CinemaxX which had a nice mystery plot. It was so much fun and entertaining to watch a film together.

Later, we were all sharing our opinions about the movie and comparing it with other detective story plots. In the amidst of hectic study and work schedule, it was relaxing to watch a movie with our fellow mates.

grappling

We went to a grappling fight!

Grappling is a kind of material arts at which two people fight against each other and try to collect as many points as possible. We watched the fight of our local team RKG Freiburg against TuS Adelhausen.

Most of us have never been to a grappling fight so although Freiburg lost the fight, it was still exciting to watch and we had a great time!

 

 

Social events summer term 2022

planetarium

 


We went to the Planetarium Freiburg and spent a wonderful evening there, exploring the time travel from the Big Bang to Human life.

The computer graphics used throughout the show was amazing and made us understand the topics easily. While watching the show, each one of us felt like living in a different world. The overall experience was mind-blowing!

Basel

 



A quick trip on the train and ICM has crossed over to Switzerland! We enjoyed the many beautiful pieces at the Basel Kunstmuseum and then took a stroll along the Rhein River. To cool off from the warm day, we finished with gelato before heading back to Freiburg!


lake constance

 


We traveled to one of the most beautiful cities in Germany - Konstanz!

We had an amazing experience having lunch together at Lake Constance with a nice cold breeze blowing on us! Later, we saw the rotating Imperia which is situated at the entrance of the harbor of Konstanz. Followed by that, we walked through the streets of Neiderburg which has old, crooked buildings and winding streets where we got some nice books under give away (zu verschenken). We also visited Münster and Altstadt and wrapped the trip with some ice cream!

labyrinth

 


We went to the labyrinth in Opfingen!

After some time, we found ourselves in the middle of the labyrinth, surrounded by plants. While trying to find our way out, we also searched for the answers of a quiz about climate, which were hidden inside the labyrinth. To cool us down after this fun activity, we had some delicious locally produced ice cream.

Todtnau

 


A courageous group of ICM students ventured on Germany's most spectacular Rodelbahn: the Hasenhorn Coaster in Todtnau! We zoomed along the track and ended the afternoon with a short walk around the town.

Museum Natur und Mensch

 


We went to the Museum Natur und Mensch, which is a really modern museum that combines exhibitions about culture and about nature.

It has been a really intersting trip and we especially enjoyed the exhibition about the responsibility museums have when exhibiting cultural artefacts from other countries.

Breisach

 



As the summer heats up, ICM stays cool with a trip to Breisach am Rhine! The group strolled through the Altstadt and climbed the hill to the Stephansmünster cathedral. Some gelato and some relaxing by the Rhine River completed the day!

bouldering

 



We went bouldering! Bouldering is a really fun sport - one cool thing about it is that everyone can choose climbing routes that match their individual skills.

We found it a really nice challenge to climb the routes and it's been such a great feeling to (after some time) finally succeed and reach the top!


schauinsland

 



To escape the heat, ICM rode Germany's longest loop cable car 1284 meters up to the top of Schauinsland! We enjoyed wonderful panoramic views, a short hike, and relaxing at the top of the mountain.

ICM book club

 


Book lovers unite! ICM's first book club took place on Thursday to discuss David Wallace's A Supposedly Fun Thing I 'll Never Do Again. The club reviewed Wallace's essays on what's worth to have on your bucket list and how to deal with shattered dreams. Delicious snacks completed a great discussion!

Emmendingen

 


This ICM group of adventurers climbed 369m to the top of the tallest tower in Baden-Württemberg! It was a very peaceful and beautiful view to see. Of course, the hike finished with a delicious scoop of gelato!

outdoor games

 

On Tuesday, our outdoor games took place at Seepark!

We played three great games: The numbers game, "Who has the bottle" and a rock-paper-scissors race. As it was nice and sunny, it's been really great to be outside and spend time together!

SC Freiburg soccer match

 


For the last home match of the season for SC Freiburg, ICM students took to the stadium to cheer for our favorite team! An intense match resulted in a tie 1-1, but a win for ICM with 16 students from around the world participating! Go Freiburg!

scavenger hunt

 


At the scavenger hunt, we had so much fun in Freiburg!

We discovered the city and got to know its people by trying to master little challenges. We ate Bretzels, took selfies with soccer fans, ran around the Münster, talked to street artists and more!

Waldkirch

 


On a beautiful and sunny day, ICM held our first excursion with the Semester Ticket program! The group rode the train out to Waldkirch and hiked up to the Kastelburg ruins before touring the Schwarzwald Zoo! We saw owls, wallabies, snakes, tropical birds, and much more!

volleyball match

 


A big win for Freiburg’s volleyball team!

ICM went to the last home match of FT 1844 Freiburg. The team played really well and managed to win against the clear favourite Karlsruhe (3:1)!
The atmosphere in the sports hall was incredible - what a great experience!

Titisee

 


A day full of miniatures! ICM traveled to beautiful Titisee and admired the displays at the Märklin miniature train museum. Afterwards, the group played 18 holes of mini-golf!

 

 

Social events winter term 2021/22 

closing event 2021/22

We did it! Another successful semester of ICM is in the books. With this semester, we've hit a whopping milestone of 1,000 participants! Thank you to everyone who participated in our closing event and re-registered to become a mentor in this upcoming winter semester.

More about the closing event 2021/22!

At our ICM closing event, we celebrated the success of the more than 160 mentees who were there in winter term 2021/22 and who quickly settled down in Freiburg and had a good start at our university. We also celebrated our more than 130 mentors who put all their energy into sharing their own experiences and who offer advice and support to their mentees in terms of integration and orientation. Many mentors have been mentees before and exactly know what is important when starting your studies. Many have even mentored more than one mentee.

We had a short review about our weekly social events that we offered this winter term in addition to the individual relationships and which helped to grow together into a real ICM community. We were very happy about the lively participation and the great feedback on our numerous events.

ICM – fit during your studies and beyond!

We were particularly pleased about the guest speech by a former participant who is now successful in his professional life. As an ICM alumni he let us know how the ICM helps to develop excellent intercultural skills and communication skills - key qualifications that are needed in your studies, in everyday life, but also in later professional life, especially when it comes to working in intercultural and diverse teams.  If you want to learn more, please check our section ICM alumni.

After the formal part and a feedback round we played our new game Connect Extension and enjoyed this further networking activity.

If you also like to be part of the ICM community, register now as a mentor and benefit from exciting events that we are offering over the course of the summer semester. We look very much forward to seeing you!

 

brunch

 


Who doesn’t love having brunch with delicious food and great coffee?

On Saturday, we went to a café and had panini, salad, fruit and some coffee. We were having a really nice conversation and time literally flew by!

countries of ICM

 


One thing that we love about the Intercultural Mentoring Program is getting to know people from different countries - people with different points of views, traditions, national dishes, languages and ways of growing up.

At the "countries of ICM" social event we embraced our cultural diversity by discussing, looking at pictures and listening to stories of our home countries.

german food tour

 


At our ICM German food tour we got a taste of different kinds of German food. We walked from restaurant to restaurant and bought one typical German dish in each of them. Afterwards, we shared the food and - while eating - we talked about the traditional dishes of our home countries.

game afternoon

 


At our ICM game afternoon, we played the games “Scattergories”, “Heads Up” and “What do you meme”, which made us laugh, think hard, chit chat, and get creative.

museum für neue kunst

 


What better way to get your daily dose of inspiration than going to a museum?

That’s what we did - we visited the “Museum für Neue Kunst” and saw pieces of art by August Macke, Otto Dix, Karl Hofer and other artists. Seeing the paintings, sculptures, art installations and movies of the two exhibitions was both an inspiring and calming way to spend the afternoon!

mundenhof

 


ICM went to Mundenhof!

Mundenhof is Baden-Würrtembergs largest zoo and holds about 30 species in large paddocks. On our trip, we saw camels, buffalos, monkeys, ostriches and - everyone's favourite - llamas. It's been incredible seeing the animals and spending time together!

holiday baking

 


What says Christmas like holiday baking?!

To get in the festive spirit, ICM hosted a Christmas baking event, where we made German sweets together. While we prepared our treats, we also shared Christmas music from our home countries, learned about German and international Christmas traditions, and overall brought a festive feeling into our homes.

schlossberg hike

 


Even the foggy, cold weather couldn't stop us from having a nice time!

We hiked through the area around Schlossberg, survived the stairs to Schlossberg tower and rewarded ourselves with some nice coffee and cake after the hike.

scavenger hunt

 


"I really enjoyed the Scavenger hunt because I got to know what people think about Freiburg and I met some nice strangers. This made me love the city even more."

"The scavenger hunt gave us the chance to do really cool, unusual things like taking a selfie with someone who’s wearing a blue type of clothing or finding someone who’s exactly 30 years old! It was so much fun!"

freiburg city stroll

 


A rainy day - we met infont of the Service Center Studium and took our walk across the city, visiting conceptstores filled with plants, trying to throw cents on the Gewerbebach's crocodile's head and of course finding out what the 'Lange Rote' is. We had a jolly time, which ended with everyone trying their first 'Käsespätzle'.

academic insights workshop

 

 

explore

 

connect

indian culture workshop

beginner workout

advanced workout

self-confidence workshop

ICM's kick-off event 2021/22 After the workshop for mentees, we welcomed our mentors for the kick-off of the Intercultural Mentoring Program as the official beginnning of the mentoring relationship.
This winter semester 21/22, more than 130 mentors support our new international students. This means we have a new record with a number of around 300 students. We are very happy about this success, which proves that the ICM is highly appreciated.

More about the ICM kick-off 2021/22!

First, we gave useful information about the program and our upcoming trainings, workshops and events, then a former mentor and a former mentee shared their own experiences in a very personal report. Both perspectives showed how important the support of the mentors is and how grateful the mentees are to have a contact person who is available to them with questions concerning studies but also with everyday questions. Many mentors and mentees had already met personally before the kick-off as we match them as early as possible, in many cases before the mentees arrive in Germany.

After the kick-off we played Explore, so that mentors and mentees were able to connect with other students from all faculties and from all over the world. We thank everyone for the great exchange and wish all of our mentors and mentees an enriching and inspiring mentoring relationship this winter term.