Category: Dezember2025

On December 5th, international students gathered for the From Siegen to Success Alumni Event to connect with former international students and gain valuable insights into studying, living, and building a career in Germany. This inspiring session brought together current students and alumni eager to share their personal stories, tips, and professional journeys, creating an open space for learning and exchange.

Event Highlights:

✅ Insights from international alumni:
Students heard firsthand experiences about arriving in Germany, adapting to a new culture, and navigating life as an international student at the University of Siegen.

✅ Success strategies for studies:
Alumni shared practical advice on managing academic expectations, finding the right support, and succeeding in the German higher education system.

✅ Career pathways in Germany:
Participants gained an understanding of how to approach job searches, explore professional opportunities, and take meaningful steps toward a career in Germany after graduation.

✅ Personal stories & realistic guidance:
The speakers offered honest reflections on the challenges they faced—along with the opportunities that helped them grow—providing both encouragement and actionable tips for students at any stage of their journey.

✅ Networking session:
After the talks, students joined a relaxed networking round with alumni. This was a chance to ask questions, exchange experiences, and build meaningful connections while enjoying light refreshments.

As the event concluded, students left feeling motivated and better prepared to shape their academic and professional path in Germany, supported by the real-life experiences of those who once stood where they stand today.

Overall, From Siegen to Success offered an enriching opportunity for international students to learn from alumni role models, expand their networks, and gain confidence in their next steps—whether settling into life in Siegen or preparing for their future careers.

🎓 This event counted for 1 point in the category Soft Skills & Employability of the Employability Pass!

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On December 12, 2025, international students took part in the interactive session “Smart Living in Germany (and a Piece of Cake)” as part of the FIT: Welcome & Orientation program.

The session focused on helping participants navigate everyday life in Germany more easily, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Through practical input, discussion, and shared experiences, students gained valuable insights into local habits, cultural norms, and strategies for managing daily challenges in a new environment.

Highlights of the session:

✅ Practical tips for organizing everyday life in Germany

✅ Smart strategies for adapting to new cultural norms and expectations

✅ Insights into housing, shared living, and local habits

✅ Learning how to manage expenses and make the most of student life

✅ Experiencing the German tradition of coffee and cake in a social setting

Participants had the opportunity to exchange experiences, ask questions, and reflect on their own adjustment process. The session created a supportive environment that helped students feel more confident and better prepared for daily life in Germany.

Outlook

Further sessions within the FIT: Welcome & Orientation program will continue to support international students throughout their transition. Stay tuned for upcoming opportunities to build practical skills and connect with others.

On December 1st, 2025, participants gathered for a engaging workshop focused on personal branding, specifically how to craft an impactful and professional profile on LinkedIn and XING. The session was designed to provide students with practical insights and strategies for leveraging these platforms to enhance their online presence and boost career prospects.

Facilitated by expert social media strategist Lisa Müller, the workshop combined expert advice with hands-on activities, guiding students through the essential steps of creating and optimizing their personal brand on professional networking sites.

Highlights included:

✅ Optimizing LinkedIn and XING profiles: Participants learned how to improve their profile photos, headlines, and summaries to better highlight their skills and achievements.
✅ Building and expanding a professional network: The session emphasized strategies for connecting with the right people and maintaining meaningful relationships.
✅ Sharing the right content: Insights were given on what types of posts, articles, and interactions help establish credibility without being overly promotional.
✅ Avoiding common personal branding mistakes: Attendees learned what to avoid, such as unprofessional photos or irrelevant content that can damage their reputation.
✅ Maximizing the unique features of  LinkedIn: Practical tips were shared on how to use LinkedIn  effectively based on it’s distinct features and target audience.

Participants put the theory into practice immediately, refining their profiles and identifying specific steps to improve their online presence. By the end of the workshop, attendees left with a clearer understanding of how to brand themselves professionally, an enhanced profile on both platforms, and actionable steps to make a stronger impact in the job market.

🎓 As part of the Employability Pass, this workshop contributed 2 points in the Soft Skills & Employability category.

From December 1 to December 15, 2025, participants had the opportunity to take part in the self-study course “Change Competence – Navigating Change Effectively”, designed to provide practical knowledge while enabling independent and flexible learning.

Through a combination of structured learning modules, practical exercises, and reflection tasks, participants were able to work through the content at their own pace and apply what they learned directly. The course focused not only on knowledge acquisition but also on the sustainable development of individual competencies.

Highlights of the self-study course:

✅ Flexible, location-independent learning at an individual pace

✅ Practice-oriented tasks for direct application of the content

✅ Strengthening self-organization and independent learning skills

✅ Opportunities for individual reflection and deeper engagement with key topics

✅ Sustainable competence development through self-directed learning

Participants gained valuable experience in self-directed learning and were able to further develop their skills in a targeted way.
The course was offered by the Career Service as part of the FIT project.

Outlook

There will also be another opportunity to participate in a self-study course in summer semester 2026. Further information on content, structure, and registration will be published on our website soon.

Take a look at the other offers of the Career Service here.

📅 Datum: 24. November – 08. Dezember 2025 (Selbstlernphase)

Vom 24.11.-08.12.2025 hatten Teilnehmende die Möglichkeit am Selbstlernkurs Veränderungskompetenz teilzunehmen, der darauf ausgerichtet war, ihnen praxisnahes Wissen zu vermitteln und eigenständiges, flexibles Lernen zu ermöglichen.

Durch eine Kombination aus strukturierten Lernmodulen, praktischen Übungen und Reflexionsaufgaben konnten die Teilnehmenden die Inhalte in ihrem eigenen Tempo erarbeiten und direkt anwenden. Dabei lag der Fokus nicht nur auf der Wissensvermittlung, sondern auch auf der nachhaltigen Entwicklung individueller Kompetenzen.

Highlights des Selbstlernkurses:

✅ Flexibles, ortsunabhängiges Lernen im eigenen Tempo

✅ Praxisorientierte Aufgaben zur direkten Anwendung der Inhalte

✅ Förderung von Selbstorganisation und eigenverantwortlichem Lernen

✅ Möglichkeit zur individuellen Reflexion und Vertiefung zentraler Themen

✅ Nachhaltiger Kompetenzaufbau durch eigenständige Bearbeitung der Module

Die Teilnehmenden konnten wertvolle Erfahrungen im selbstgesteuerten Lernen sammeln und ihre Fähigkeiten gezielt weiterentwickeln.
Der Kurs wurde vom Career Service für das FIT Projekt durchgeführt.

Ausblick

Auch im Sommersemester 2026 wird es wieder die Möglichkeit geben, an einem Selbstlernkurs teilzunehmen. Weitere Informationen zu Inhalten, Ablauf und Anmeldung folgen in Kürze auf unserer Website.

Schaut euch auch die weiteren Angebote des Career Service hier an.