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14.11.2026| Workshop: Employability Training | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

  • DATE

    14.11.2026

  • Time

    10:00–14:00h

  • LOCATION

    F-S

  • Language

    English

Discover your strengths, align your skills with employer expectations, and take the next step toward your professional future.

Whether you are preparing for internships, working student positions, graduate jobs, or your long-term career path, this interactive workshop will help you better understand your potential and develop the skills needed to succeed in today's competitive job market.

Why Join This Workshop?

  • Increase Employability

    Learn what employers are looking for and how your skills align with labor market expectations.

  • Strengthen Your Professional Skills

    Practice self-presentation, collaboration, and communication to build confidence in professional settings.

  • Know Your Strengths

    Identify your key competencies, reflect on your experiences, and discover what makes you stand out.

  • Plan Your Next Steps

    Develop a personal action plan to strengthen your professional profile and achieve your career goals.

  • Set and Track Goals

    Develop practical goal-setting and tracking skills to turn your career ambitions into clear and achievable actions.

  • Learn from an Expert

    Benefit from the guidance of an experienced consultant specializing in leadership, team development, and career growth.

The workshop is held by Manuel Löffler. He is an experienced consultant specializing in leadership, team development, and organizational growth. With an international background in environmental sciences, human resources, and organizational development, he brings a unique perspective to career development and employability.

His workshops combine practical insights, structured reflection, and actionable strategies that participants can immediately apply in their academic and professional lives.

👉 Registration opens on October 1st here.

This workshop counts as 2 points towards the Employability Pass in the category Soft Skills&Employability.

Find out more about the Employability Passs.
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Medical Appointment

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    1. Please arrive on time for your appointment.
    2. At the reception you will need to present your health insurance card.
    3. If you are visiting a specialist you will also need the referral from the general practitioner.
    4. First of all, as a new patient, you will have to fill out a personal medical questionnaire every time. This questionnaire is mostly in German only, if you have any difficulties in understanding it, please ask the staff at the front desk.
    5. While filling the form you will typically be sent to a waiting room to wait until called.
    6. Patients with public health insurance do not normally have to pay for standard treatments and can simply leave once they are finished with the consultation and/or have received any necessary prescriptions or referrals.

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Medicines and Pharmacies

 In Germany, some medicines require a prescription, while others can be purchased freely.

Prescription medicines (verschreibungspflichtige Medikamente) are only provided to patients with a prescription from their doctor. They can be acquired at public pharmacies (Apotheken) upon presentation of the physical prescription slip. Please note that Germany’s pharmacy laws are strict, meaning a prescription may be required for medicines that are sold over the counter in other countries. Medicine is not available in supermarkets.

Prescription medicines typically include a co-pay of between 5 to 10 euros, or roughly ten percent of their price. If your medication costs less than 5 euros, you pay for it yourself.

Pharmacies are typically open from Monday to Friday, although some also open on Saturday mornings as well. On Sundays, pharmacies are usually closed in Germany. The emergency pharmacy service (Apothekennotdienst) is open around the clock. In Siegen you find the actual emergency pharmacy on this homepage. There is also a list on every pharmacy door.

Learn more about medicine in Germany in this video:

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Recap 24.06.26 | Day of Postponed Applications – Your Career Day | FIT: Career & Networking

On June 24, the Career Service organized the “Day of Postponed Applications – Your Career Day” to help students take the next step in their application journey with expert support and practical guidance.

The event combined individual consultation sessions, interactive workshop stations, and talks with local companies and HR professionals. Participants had the opportunity to receive personalized feedback on their CVs and cover letters, refine their application documents, and discuss open questions with experienced career advisors. In addition, workshops on career orientation, motivation, and stress management provided practical tools to support students throughout the application process. Company representatives also shared valuable insights into recruitment processes and employer expectations in Germany.

The event was organised by the Career Service as part of the FIT programme’s career competence Awareness Workshops (c2AW). The c2AW series contributes significantly to linking students’ personal competence profiles with job-related requirements in Germany.

You can explore all Career Service offers here:
https://en.career.uni-siegen.de/

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Recap: 30.04. SLR Special Event: A Poetry Slam Night | FIT: Well-Being & Social Integration

On April 30th, 2026, the Student Living Room hosted its very first Poetry Slam - and what began as a small and slightly nervous gathering turned into a truly special and meaningful evening.

A total of 12 participants joined the event, including both familiar faces from the SLR community and new students connected through a shared interest in poetry and creative expression.

The idea for the Poetry Slam originally emerged through conversations with one of the regular visitors of the Student Living Room, who has been writing poetry for years and is currently hoping to publish a book of his Spanish poems. Together with host Jule, the idea slowly developed into an event centered around openness, creativity, and connection.

At the beginning of the evening, many participants were shy and unsure of what to expect. No one knew how much people would feel comfortable sharing. However, after the first few readings — and a short break outside on the sunny terrace — the atmosphere slowly changed. The ice was broken, conversations became deeper, and the room started to feel more and more like a genuine safe space.

In total, six participants shared their texts, many of them reciting more than once throughout the evening. Over time, the event became less of a traditional stage performance and more of a collective exchange of poetry, thoughts, and emotions.

Participants shared poems, diary entries, and personal reflections about love, grief, self-love, identity, and life experiences. Texts were presented in Hindi, Spanish, English, Turkish, Persian, and other languages, often accompanied by short English translations or introductions.

In between performances, participants gathered on the terrace with snacks, enjoyed the sunset and evening atmosphere, and talked about the power of poetry and creative expression.

By the end of the evening, there was one shared feeling in the room: this should definitely happen again! The event revealed how many creatively talented and artistically interested people are already part of the SLR community - and sparked ideas for future events, perhaps even including a writing session beforehand.

The Poetry Slam became more than just an event: it became a moment of connection, trust, and community through words.

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04.09.2026 | Workshop: Positioning Your Profile: A Strategic Application Workshop for Women | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

  • DATE

    04.09.2026

  • Time

    09:00–12:00

  • LOCATION

    Online

  • Language

    English

Position Yourself with Confidence

Held by Christiane Scheid.

Entering the job market can be both exciting and challenging. Women often face additional challenges when starting their careers, from overcoming gender stereotypes to confidently communicating their skills and achievements. This interactive workshop is designed specifically for female students who want to build strong application materials, develop an authentic professional profile, and position themselves with confidence in competitive recruitment processes.

Workshop Content

  • Strong Application

    Learn how to create convincing application documents that clearly showcase your qualifications and experience.

  • Authentic Profile

    Develop a professional profile that reflects your strengths, values, and career goals.

  • Display Strengths

    Recognize your unique abilities and learn how to highlight them throughout the application process.

  • Strategic Positioning

    Discover how to differentiate yourself from other candidates and leave a lasting impression on recruiters.

Take the Next Step in Your Career

Building a successful career starts with understanding your own strengths and communicating them with confidence. This workshop empowers female students to strengthen their professional identity, improve their application strategy, and approach the German job market with clarity and self-assurance.

The workshop is interactive and includes practical exercises and self-reflection. You are welcome to bring your résumé or current application materials to work on during the session.

About the Trainer

I am Christiane Scheid, founder and Managing Director of Dornröschen Karriereberatung GmbH. After completing my studies and gaining experience in recruiting, I became a mother myself and realized, when returning to the workforce, just how many hurdles women face. Since there was hardly any career guidance specifically for mothers, I started my own business. Today, together with my team of experts, I primarily support women and mothers in successfully relaunching their careers, whether as employees or as self-employed professionals.

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Recap: 31.08. Protecting Your Mental Health in Studies and Work Life: Stress Management and Overload Prevention | FIT: Well-Being & Social Integration

Balancing coursework, jobs, personal commitments, and high expectations can easily push student life into overdrive. On August 31st, we gathered online for an essential session focused on mental health, sustainable study habits, and long-term well-being.

Led by psychologist Julia Barden, the three-hour workshop broke down how stress actually develops in our minds and bodies, and crucially, how to spot the early warning signs before everyday pressure turns into chronic exhaustion or burnout. Understanding the difference between temporary stress and harmful overload set the foundation for meaningful self-reflection.

Rather than sticking to abstract theory, participants took an honest look at their personal stressors, uncovering both external pressures like heavy workloads and internal drivers like perfectionism. Together, we explored practical coping mechanisms, tested out effective relaxation techniques, and identified everyday activities that genuinely recharge our batteries. Everyone left with clear, realistic strategies to set boundaries, protect their energy, and build a healthier balance throughout the semester.

A warm thank you to Julia Barden for sharing her professional guidance and practical insights, and to all the participants for creating such an open, supportive virtual space.

Prioritize your well-being—sustainable success starts with taking care of yourself. 🌿🧠

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Recap: 22.08. Stronger After Rejection: Building Resilience and Confidence in the Job Application Journey | FIT: Well-Being & Social Integration

Applying for jobs or internships is rarely a smooth ride, and receiving generic rejections without actionable feedback can quickly turn into self-doubt, frustration, and drained motivation—especially for international students navigating a new job market. On August 22nd, we held an intensive, interactive workshop dedicated to turning those setbacks into powerful growth opportunities.

Throughout the five-hour session, we explored the hidden mechanics behind German recruitment processes, demystifying how hiring decisions are actually made. Gaining this behind-the-scenes perspective made it much easier to separate personal worth from standard hiring outcomes and stop taking rejections personally.

Through a mix of psychological insights, group reflection, and practical exercises, participants focused on building real emotional resilience. Together, we worked on strategies to stay motivated after setbacks, transform rejections into constructive feedback, and develop personalized action plans for long-term career momentum. Everyone walked away with concrete tools and a noticeably stronger, more confident mindset to tackle upcoming applications with clarity and persistence.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined, shared their candid experiences, and supported one another along the journey.

Remember: a closed door is often just a detour toward the right opportunity. Keep moving forward! 💼🚀

 

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Recap: 24.07 Enough with Exam Jitters — A Practical Workshop for Exam Success | FIT: Well-Being & Social Integration

When exam season hits, racing thoughts, restless nights, and sudden self-doubt can easily get in the way of showing what we actually know. On July 24th, we came together to tackle exam anxiety head-on in a calm, encouraging space.

Led by psychologist Christina Eisenbach, the interactive session took the mystery out of test nerves by first exploring what actually happens in the brain and nervous system under acute pressure. Understanding why stress triggers physical reactions like brain fog or a racing heart made it much easier to address those feelings without panic.

From there, the focus shifted entirely to practical, hands-on strategies. Together, we explored and practiced quick body-mind calming techniques, tried out focus-boosting exercises, and designed personalized pre-exam routines tailored to individual study habits. Participants walked away with actionable tools to stay grounded and clear-headed right up to exam day.

A big thank you to Christina Eisenbach for sharing such valuable psychological insights, and to all the students who joined in, shared their experiences, and took proactive steps toward their well-being.

Take a deep breath and trust in your preparation—you’ve got this!

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Recap 03.07. Creative Relaxation – Mind, Body & Imagination | FIT: Well-Being & Social Integration

 Date: 03.07.2026
Time: 14:00 – 18:00  

Recap: Creative Relaxation – Mind, Body & Imagination

Study stress and endless deadlines can easily get overwhelming, leaving us with a racing mind and heavy shoulders. That is why we recently came together for a collective creative reset. Guided with plenty of heart and expertise by Lisa Fröhlich, our workshop offered a safe space to slow down, breathe, and gently recharge our batteries.

We started by calming our nervous systems with gentle physical movements and targeted breathwork, before letting our thoughts flow freely through intuitive drawing and creative writing. It was a wonderful mix of practical relaxation and artistic self-reflection, showing us how easily mindfulness can be integrated into a busy student schedule.

The feedback from our community perfectly captures the warm and peaceful energy of the day:

“The Creative Relaxation Event at the University of Siegen was the perfect way to unwind and recharge. I loved the peaceful, artistic atmosphere and will definitely continue using the relaxation techniques we practiced.” — Eyad

For many, the workshop was also a beautiful reminder of how good it feels to step away from our screens.

“Writing with an actual pen on paper felt surprisingly personal—something I realised I'd lost touch with. The drawing session was also a wonderful reminder to pick my pencils and brushes back up.

My biggest takeaway, though, was realising that relaxation doesn't have to wait until after a deadline. This workshop showed me that some highly effective stress-relieving techniques take very little time and work especially well between tasks.” — Joyce Helena

This powerful shift in perspective is exactly what we hoped to achieve. Relaxation doesn’t have to be time-consuming or complicated. Sometimes, all it takes is a few conscious deep breaths or a quick scribble on a blank piece of paper to break the loop of deadlines and hit the mental reset button.

A huge thank you to Lisa Fröhlich for her guidance, and to all the students who joined us to breathe and create together.

Remember to take your breaks—you’ve earned them.

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