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“I Felt Instantly at Home”International Students Actively Contribute to Campus Life at Aalen University of Applied Sciences

Ahmad Raza from Pakistan and Rita Bergami from Italy took part in Aalen University’s Orientation Weeks in 2024—today, they are helping new international students settle in. Photo: © Aalen University | Rita Bergami

Fr, 29. August 2025 → International students Rita from Italy and Ahmad from Pakistan fondly recall their first days in Aalen: from the colorful city festival to the warm welcome by the International Center. The orientation weeks at Aalen University of Applied Sciences not only provided practical support but also countless opportunities to make new friends and discover the region. Today, both are committed to helping other international students, sharing their experiences and insights.

Immersing in the ‘German Way of Life’Zimkitha Bavuma from South Africa is an exchange student at Aalen University of Applied Sciences.

Feels at home in the Ostalb region: Zimkitha Bavuma, a master's student in Marketing and Artificial Intelligence from Cape Town, South Africa.

Th, 07. August 2025 → Anyone strolling across the Aalen University campus will hear snippets of many different languages – Georgian, English, Spanish, Arabic, or Nepali, to name just a few. Students from all over the world bring the campus to life, creating a truly international atmosphere. With partnerships at more than 130 universities worldwide, Aalen University maintains strong global connections. In this series, we introduce some of the inspiring students from our partner institutions who have chosen to continue their academic journey in Aalen – this time featuring Zimkitha Bavuma from South Africa.

From Ohio to the OstalbNathan Turner from the United States spends his summer semester at Aalen University

Despite the current heatwave in Aalen, Nathan Turner, a mechanical engineering student from the Colorado School of Mines, has quickly settled into his new surroundings. Photo: private

We, 02. July 2025 → Anyone strolling across the Aalen University campus will hear snippets of many different languages – Georgian, English, Spanish, Arabic, or Nepali, to name just a few. Students from all over the world bring the campus to life, creating a truly international atmosphere. With partnerships at more than 130 universities worldwide, Aalen University maintains strong global connections. In this series, we introduce some of the inspiring students from our partner institutions who have chosen to continue their academic journey in Aalen – this time featuring Nathan Turner from the United States.

More Than Just a Beautiful DayWhy Embrace Is an Essential Part of Research at Aalen University of Applied Sciences

Im Anschluss an die Vorträge servierten iranische Forschende Schmankerl aus ihrer Heimat. Foto: © Hochschule Aalen | Lola Bulut

Following the presentations, Iranian researchers served delicacies from their homeland. Photo: © Aalen University of Applied Sciences | Lola Bulut

Tu, 24. June 2025 → At the OPEN CAMPUS of Aalen University of Applied Sciences on May 24, the International Center welcomed guests from near and far under the motto “Dorothy’s Journey: Stories and Flavors that Connect Worlds.” Visitors sampled Iranian specialties, enjoyed South African Chakalaka, and engaged in lively conversations—the cheerful atmosphere was almost tangible. Yet what appeared at first glance to be simply a colorful day of encounters also highlighted something more profound: the key role of Embrace. This project, funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology, and Space (BMFTR) as part of the HAW.International program of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), has become an essential pillar in supporting international researchers at Aalen University.

A heart for AalenOmar Quasim AL-Maaitah from Jordan has been studying at Aalen University since March

Has been interested in technical issues for a long time: Omar Quasim AL-Maaitah from Jordan. Photo: © Aalen University | Saskia Stüven-Kazi

Tu, 27. May 2025 → If you stroll across the campus of Aalen University, you will pick up many snippets of words in other languages - for example Georgian, English, Spanish, Arabic or Nepali. After all, many of the students come from all over the world. They all bring the international campus to life and create a cosmopolitan atmosphere. The university maintains close relationships with well over 130 partner universities. In a loose series, we present the inspiring stories of students from our partner universities who have decided to continue their academic journey at Aalen University - this time with Omar Quasim AL-Maaitah from Jordan.

IMPAACT - Immigration Office on Campus – Book Your Appointment!

Tu, 06. May 2025 → Immigration Office on Campus – Book Your Appointment! We are pleased to introduce IMPAACT - a new mobile in-person counseling service for international students at Aalen University provided by the Aalen Immigration Office. With IMPAACT, you can now meet with the Immigration Office (Ausländerbehörde) Aalen directly at the International Center – no need to go to the Rathaus. If you need to extend your visa or require an in-person consultation (Vorsprache), this service is for you! Here are the details: Appointments take place on Tuesday or Wednesday afternoons. Appointments are currently available for international students residing in Aalen and are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Please begin by completing the sign-up form. After registering, you will receive an email explaining how to proceed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jennifer Doyle at jennifer.doyle@hs-aalen.de.

A passion for Hurling – and the German languageJennifer Doyle from Ireland has been studying at Aalen University since March

Jennifer Doyle is a student at Munster Technological University in Cork and recently came to Aalen University for a semester abroad“. Photo: © Hochschule Aalen | Saskia Stüven-Kazi

Th, 17. April 2025 → If you stroll across the campus of Aalen University, you will pick up many snippets of words in other languages - for example Georgian, English, Spanish, Arabic or Nepali. After all, many of the students come from all over the world. They all bring the international campus to life and create a cosmopolitan atmosphere. The university maintains close relationships with well over 130 partner universities. In a loose series, we present the inspiring stories of students from our partner universities who have decided to continue their academic journey at Aalen University - this time with Jennifer Doyle from Ireland.

Go out - it's worth it!Aalen University's Go-Out-Week motivates students to gain experience abroad

International and German students can exchange ideas at the events of the International Center. Photo: © Aalen University | Jan Walford

We, 02. April 2025 → During the week from April 7th to the 11th, 2025, students will be offered many opportunities to experience new cultures and make international contacts. Go-Out Week is a dynamic platform for intercultural and linguistic exchange as well as international networking directly on campus.

Born and raised in Armenia, at Home in AalenHasmik Kalashyan has been studying and working at Aalen University of Applied Sciences for the past year

She has been enrolled at Aalen University for a year and is going to start her Master’s studies here soon: Hasmik Kalashyan from Arminia. Photo: © Hochschule Aalen | Jan Walford

Mo, 24. March 2025 → Anyone strolling across the campus of Aalen University will hear snippets of conversation in various languages—such as Georgian, English, Arabic, or Nepali. After all, many students come from all over the world. They bring the international campus to life and contribute to a cosmopolitan atmosphere. The university maintains strong relationships with more than 130 partner universities worldwide. In a series of articles, we highlight inspiring stories of students from our partner universities who have chosen to continue their academic journey at Aalen University. This edition features Hasmik Kalashyan from Armenia.

An Increasing Number of International Students Enroll Each SemesterAalen University of Applied Sciences Contributes to Securing Skilled Professionals for the Region

Excellent spirits among the international students as they explored Aalen during the orientation week organized by the International Center. Photo: © Aalen University | Rita Bergami

We, 19. March 2025 → A significant number of international students recently took part in the orientation weeks held at the International Center of Aalen University of Applied Sciences. These individuals have enrolled in master's degree programs at the university, marking yet another milestone in the institution’s strategic efforts to contribute to the long-term availability of skilled professionals in the region. By offering an attractive and practice-oriented academic portfolio, coupled with strong global partnerships, Aalen University continues to draw a steadily increasing number of international students—whom it equips with the qualifications necessary for successful integration into the German labor market.
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