Every year, several hundred international students come to study at the University of Siegen.

As exciting as a stay in a foreign country is, it can bring a variety of challenges: a new surrounding, an unknown culture with its own customs language barriers.

The  program connects international students with local students. It offers peer-to-peer support, encourages intercultural exchange while helping international students with their orientation on campus and in the city.

International students are paired with an experienced Local Buddy from a higher semester who as their contact person. The Local Buddy helps their assigned International Buddy with questions regarding the university and the daily life in Germany.

During the semester, there are a lot of cultural events where the Buddys can get to know each other, and activities in and around Siegen.

If you successfully complete the Buddy Program, you will receive 3 points in the area of Well Being & Social Orientation for your Employability Pass.