German Advising Contact Information With Office Hours From Tuesday, July 23 - Tuesday, July 30

You can reach the German advisors through a general email: germanadvising@umich.edu

We have two advisors for German undergraduates:

* Mary Rodena-Krasan (MLB 3128; mkrasan@umich.edu)
Mary's office hours this week are by appointment only.

Mary's Link for Office Hours: https://umich.zoom.us/j/92765512004

* Karl-Georg Federhofer (MLB 3422; kallimz@umich.edu)
My office hours this week are via Zoom only:

Tuesday, July 23: 8-5:30, 8-10 p.m.,

Wednesday, July 24: 8-5:30, 8-10 p.m.,

Thursday, July 25: 8-5:30, 8-10 p.m.,
Friday, July 26: 8-5:30 p.m.,
Monday, July 29 8-5:30, 8-10 p.m.,
Tuesday, July 30: 8-5:30, 8-10 p.m.,

and by appointment

My Zoom Link for Office Hours: https://umich.zoom.us/j/909147087

It is best to schedule appointments, which you have to do by 4 p.m. on the previous day. You can schedule appointments with us here: https://myadvising.lsa.umich.edu/appointments/offices/GERM

Detroit's Olympic Uprising; Tuesday, July 23, 5 p.m., University of Michigan Detroit Center, 3663 Woodward Ave., Suite 150, Detroit

It is 1963, Detroit is bidding to host the 1968 Olympic Games and a new energy is sweeping through the Detroit Civil Rights Movement. This is the story of their collision.

University of Michigan's Center of Race & Ethnicity in Sports, the Arts Initiative, and the Detroit Center are hosting a FREE screening of the documentary Detroit's Olympic Uprising by Aaron Schillinger, Stefan Szymanski, and Silke-Maria Weineck (Grace Lee Boggs Collegiate Professor of Germanic Languages and Literatures). Enjoy light refreshments and a thought-provoking discussion led by the production team.

Website: https://news.umich.edu/documentary-chronicles-collision-of-civil-rights-movement-with-detroits-olympic-bid/

Job Posting - Cultural Programs Curator at Goethe Institut in Washington, DC: Friday, July 26 (Application Deadline)

Full time position (100%) = 40 hours/week
Start date: September 1, 2024

The Goethe-Institut is the globally-active cultural institution of the Federal Republic of Germany, with a global reach. We promote knowledge of the German language abroad and foster international cultural cooperation. We convey a comprehensive picture of Germany through information on the cultural, social, and political life of our country. Our cultural and educational programs promote intercultural dialogue and make cultural participation possible. They strengthen the development of structures of civil society and facilitate worldwide mobility.

The Goethe-Institut Washington D.C. is looking for a cultural programs curator to begin work on September 1st, 2024.

Responsibilities:
* Conception, realization, and evaluation of cultural programs at the Goethe-Institut Washington D.C. (for example, in the areas of visual art, architecture and design, music, theatre and dance, film)
* Assistance in the coordination of regional projects in North America
* Maintaining contact and networking with partner institutions in the USA
* Administrative tasks, finance management, and budget planning
* Assist with other tasks as necessary for the Program Department

Requirements:
* University degree - for example, in the humanities or cultural management
* Great interest in and very good knowledge of art, culture, and society
* Knowledge of German and American cultural scenes
* Strong organizational skills and event management experience
* Willingness to work on evenings and weekends
* Willingness to travel on official business
* Knowledge of both spoken and written German and English
* Capability to work in a team

The Goethe-Institut offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance and short-term disability insurance (for employees working at least 30 hours per week). After 6 months of employment, all employees are eligible to contribute to a 401(K) plan with up to a 4.5% employer match. This position offers a hybrid work model allowing remote work for up to two days per week, pending supervisor approval.

The Goethe-Institut is an Equal Opportunity employer and guarantees gender equality.

The Goethe-Institut will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Salary Range: $69,360 - $73,584

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Please email your application with the following required documents to HR-USA@goethe.de:
* Letter of Motivation (1/2 to at most 1 page)
* Resume
* 2-3 References

Submission deadline Friday, July 26.

Qualified candidates will be invited to interviews on August 2.

Please note: This position is available to the chosen candidate until September 2026. An extension to December 2026 may be possible.

Contact:
For questions about the position, please email:

Heather Martin
HR Manager
1377 R St. NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20009
HR-USA@goethe.de

Website: https://www.goethe.de/ins/us/en/sta/wsh/ueb/kar/cultural-programs-curator.html#i9766942

Job Posting - Part-Time Administrative Position at Goethe Institut in Chicago, IL: Friday, July 26 (Application Deadline)

As part of the world-renowned cultural institute of Germany, you will assist in various administrative tasks, including budget management, contract drafting, and internship program coordination. Ideal candidates should have experience in similar roles, strong financial planning and IT skills, and excellent German and English proficiency. This part-time, two-year position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on promoting German language and culture.

Send your application by July 26 to leonhard.emmerling@goethe.de.

Website: https://www.goethe.de/resources/files/pdf329/stellenausschreibung-verwaltung-gi-chicago-10juli2024.pdf

German Park Picnic: Saturday, July 27, 4-9 p.m., 5549 Pontiac Trail

The German Park Recreation Club hosts three picnics the last Saturday in June, July, and August. Admission gate opens 4-9 p.m.; the park closes at 11 p.m.

* Live Music
* Authentic German Food and Beer
* Live German Dance Performances

The German Park welcomes everyone to come enjoy traditional hospitality. Please take a moment on this website to prepare for your visit.

Website: http://www.germanpark.org/

German Bundestag Internship Program 2025: Wednesday, July 31 (Application Deadline)

The German Bundestag Internship Program provides the opportunity for American graduates to learn first-hand about German politics by working in the office of a member of the German Parliament (Deutscher Bundestag). The program runs from March 1 to July 31, 2025. During this time participants are enrolled as students at the Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.

You can find more information about the program and the application materials at https://www.bundestag.de/europa_internationales/ips/programm/programm-245066 and at https://www.bundestag.de/europa_internationales/ips/usa-245064

Job Posting - Part-Time Position for German High-School Teacher at Rudolf Steiner School in Ann Arbor: Wednesday, July 31 (Application Deadline)

The Rudolf Steiner School of Ann Arbor is seeking a part-time High School German Teacher for the 24-25 school year.

German teaching experience in high school is preferred.

This position will require teaching two German classes at 8:00am and 8:55 a.m., Monday – Thursday. Office hours, departmental meetings, and all-school faculty meetings will be scheduled in advance and compensated.

Compensation will be based on experience, starting at $22 an hour. Please contact Sara Deon at sdeon@steinerschool.org.

The school supports its students, teachers, and administration through a strong curriculum, schedules, festivals, and school-wide collaboration. It offers both Spanish and German from first to twelfth grade, a growing movement program, strong fine and practical arts, choral and instrumental music. The Steiner School celebrates a rich cultural variety of traditional festivals from around the world.

Waldorf Education was created to offer a multi-sensory and holistic approach to education that strives to acknowledge the gifts and reduce the struggles of every individual. Its pedagogy works to meet the developmental needs of children as it supports children’s academic, social, and emotional health through critical thinking, creativity, arts, and movement. Waldorf Education believes children need less memorization and testing, and instead, more connection and hands-on learning inspired by the truth, beauty, and wisdom of the world. Waldorf education was also founded on the principle that faculty should play an active role in governance and decision-making.

Website: https://www.steinerschool.org/about-us/employment.cfm

Job Posting - Website & Institutional Communications Editor at Goethe Institut in Washington, DC: Wednesday, July 31 (Application Deadline)

Full-time: 40 hours per week

Starting date: September 1, 2024

The Goethe-Institut Washington is seeking a dedicated colleague to join us as a Website and Institutional Communications Editor as soon as possible. Compensation will align with the established local pay scale ($57,412 - $59,134). This position requires a valid work permit. The Goethe-Institut will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Responsibilities:
* Editing and conceptual development of online offerings of the Goethe-Institut in the USA (www.goethe.de/usa) as well as other national, regional, or international online offerings such as the regional online magazine "Gegenüber" (www.goethe.de/gegenueber) in English and German.
* Creating and organizing editorial multimedia content on topics and events related to the Goethe-Institut: conceptualization, coordination with other editors, realization, evaluation, and further development of formats for social media / maintaining an editorial calendar / quality management / adhering to the Goethe-Institut's corporate design.
* Contributing to the conception and implementation of various formats and regional projects on topics in the information sector.
* Writing original texts, headlines, and teasers; editing contributions from others (primarily in English); managing translations, including translating into English; CMS entry.
* Assisting in the organization, realization, moderation, and community management of analog, hybrid, or digital live events.
* Responsible for newsletters and special mailings (strategic planning, editing, creation, and distribution, evaluation, and further development) / coordinating and implementing marketing campaigns for promotion.
* Monitoring of traffic (including user demographics, dwell time, etc.) and creation of corresponding statistics, as well as implementation of data protection regulations in the online space.
* Coordination of the revision of information architecture of online offerings and structure and design of websites based on the Goethe-Institut's CMS according to usability criteria for target audiences, as well as SEO/SEA.
* Budget monitoring including invoice processing and reporting.
* Establishing contacts with/negotiating with partner organizations and cultural institutions in the USA and Germany, developing collaborations and online marketing.

Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree or higher in Media Studies with specialization in Social Media and Digital Publicity, or several years of relevant professional experience in media work, social media, and editorial.
* Strong affinity for digital communication channels, willingness to track trends and implement innovations in the digital realm, basic knowledge of planning and implementing communication concepts.
* Good knowledge of the US media landscape (including relevant portals, blogs, and influencers).
* High degree of independence in identifying, setting, and pursuing themes and thematic lines.
* Expertise in conceptualization, editing, analysis, and management.
* Interest and good knowledge of both US American and German cultural landscapes.
* Good writing style, journalistic intuition.
* Proficiency in common office applications and digital image and media editing (Hootsuite, Canva, Photoshop, etc.).
* Native-level proficiency in English, very good German skills (at least C1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference).
* Excellent communication skills, self-reliant and proactive work style.
* Strong willingness to cooperate and ability to work on a team.
* Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
* Willingness and ability to quickly familiarize oneself with complex issues.

The Goethe-Institut offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance and short-term disability insurance (for employees working at least 30 hours per week). After 6 months of employment, all employees are eligible to contribute to a 401(K) plan with up to a 4.5% employer match. This position offers a hybrid work model allowing remote work for up to two days per week, pending supervisor approval.

Salary Range: 57,412 USD – 59,134 USD

FLSA Classification: Exempt

The Goethe-Institut is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Application deadline: Wednesday, July 31.
Qualified candidates will be interviewed starting on August 12.

Please send an application with a resume, cover letter (1/2-1 page) and 2-3 references via email to HR-USA@goethe.de.

Website: https://www.goethe.de/ins/us/en/sta/wsh/ueb/kar/webinstcomm-editor.html#i10132852

Job Posting - CGIS Peer Advisor: Thursday, August 1 (Application Deadline)

Peer Advisor Job Description:
* Peer advisors serve in support roles for all functions of the CGIS office. This position includes clerical and project work in the CGIS office as well as serving in an outreach capacity to students throughout the University of Michigan.
* Seeking two peer advisors to join CGIS with an August 2024 start date. Preference for students who can work at CGIS for at least 2 years; highly qualified seniors graduating in Winter 2025 will be considered.

Office Responsibilities:
* Provide initial advising to prospective study abroad students
* Answer email inquiries from students, parents, university partners, and faculty
* Staff the reception desk and answer the phone periodically during lunch breaks and other times as needed
* Support advisors by assembling files, making photocopies, entering data, etc.
* Work on individual projects based on interests (i.e. social media, website content, data collection)
* Assist staff with additional tasks as needed
* Special projects as assigned

Outreach Responsibilities:
* Assist with and present CGIS pre-departure orientations and other CGIS outreach events
* Conduct virtual First Steps sessions for prospective study abroad students as requested
* Create opportunities with campus clubs and organizations to conduct presentations about study abroad
* Serve as a CGIS representative for on-campus events such as Campus Days, Festifall, Study Abroad Fair, New Student Orientation, Spring Welcome Day, etc.
* Assistance with moving/distributing program catalogs and other marketing materials across campus
* Collaborating with Communication Specialist on developing marketing related content and social media efforts, including, but not limited to, Instagram LIVE interviews, Social Media takeovers, etc
* Special projects as assigned

Required Qualifications:
* Previous participation in a CGIS program (includes Spring/Summer 2024 programs)
* Experience with public speaking and related equipment/technology
* Experience with Social Media platforms
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
* Demonstrated ability to work well with diverse groups
* Strong communication and customer services skills
* Adept at handling multiple assignments with varied deadlines
* Demonstrated ability to remain flexible, positive, and organized
* Ability to take initiative and maintain student confidentiality

Eligibility:
* CGIS Peer Advisor positions are open to all UM- Ann Arbor undergraduates who studied abroad on a CGIS program (NB: the Goethe-Institut is not a CGIS program).
* Work-Study students are desirable, but not required.

Professional Development:
* Students in this position will have the opportunity to apply their public speaking, communication, customer service, marketing, and organizational skills to a demanding work environment. Peer advisors are able to gain first-hand office experience in a global environment and foster connections with fellow students, staff, and faculty.

Time Commitment:
* Peer Advisors typically work up to 10-15 hours a week, most of which are during standard CGIS business hours from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Times are subject to change. Beyond these hours, some evenings and weekends will be required for recruitment and outreach events. Peer advisors are required to work CGIS Pre-Departure Orientations.

Compensation:
* The starting wage for this position is $15/hour. Work-study is preferred, but not required.

Website: https://mcompass.umich.edu/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=11465

Fulbright U.S. Student Program 2025-2026: Sunday, August 25 (Application Deadline)

In partnership with more than 140 countries worldwide, the Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers unparalleled opportunities in all academic disciplines to passionate and accomplished graduating college seniors, graduate students, and young professionals from all backgrounds. Program participants pursue graduate study, conduct research, or teach English abroad.

Website: https://ii.umich.edu/ii/funding/fulbright-program.html

Study Abroad in Germany - Winter 2025 in Tübingen: Sunday, September 15 (Application Deadline)

The Tübingen program, which is organized through the Center for Global and Intercultural Studies (CGIS), takes place in the Winter term, and it is intended for students who have completed at least German 221/231 by the end of the Fall 2024 term.

The German Department strongly recommends that you precede your stay in Tübingen by attending one or two four-week sessions at the Goethe Institut. This Goethe Institut segment is not part of the CGIS program itself. Please talk with Mary or me about the Goethe segment (see Mary's and my contact information at the bottom of this email).

The CGIS portion in Tübingen will start early in March with a mandatory "Kompaktkurs" (6 credits) or a "Startkurs" (3 credits). While you will be enrolled for the Winter 2025 term at the University of Michigan, you will then take classes during "Sommersemester" at the Universität Tübingen (mid April - late July). You will earn 15-18 credits for Winter 2025: the courses that you take in Tübingen can be language courses for international students or regular university courses. Various university courses outside the English Department are taught in English.

Tübingen credits can be used to satisfy degree requirements for a German major or minor.

For more information about the Tübingen program and to apply, go to: https://mcompass.umich.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=10248

Study Abroad in Germany - Social Sciences and Humanities in Berlin (Winter 2025): Sunday, September 15 (Application Deadline)

This program is designed for students without a German language background who are looking for an in-depth look at the culture and context of the metropolis of Berlin. German majors should consider the University of Michigan programs in Freiburg and Tübingen.

Eligibility:
* Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing
* Good academic standing
* Minimum 3.0 overall GPA
* No previous German language study is required

Academics:
Students must take 12-15 credit hours per semester. One German language course (4 credits) is required for beginning and intermediate students. All other courses are taught in English and worth 3 credits unless otherwise stated. Two week-long field trips will be included in the program, as well as day excursions that complement your learning in the classroom and contribute to a general knowledge of German culture and society.

Please see program website (IES) for details.

For more information about the Social Sciences and Humanities in Berlin program and the application material, go to: https://mcompass.umich.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=10946

CGIS Study Abroad Fair: Tuesday, October 8, 12-4 p.m., Michigan Union, Rogel Ballroom

Curious about studying abroad as an undergraduate at the University of Michigan? Come explore everything the Center for Global and Intercultural Study has to offer and find the best program for you!

CGIS is part of the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA), but all University of Michigan undergraduates are welcome to apply to its programs.

No matter who you are, where you come from, or what you are studying, a study abroad experience is available to you during your time at Michigan.

Get your questions answered! Come chat with:
* CGIS Program Advisors
* Recent U-M study abroad students
* Financial Aid and the LSA Scholarships Office
* Newnan Academic Advisors
* Other on-campus offices

Several study abroad offices from around campus will also be present.

With over 120 CGIS programs in 40+ countries ranging from a few weeks to an academic year, there are many options to choose from.

If you want to learn more about how to satisfy your major/minor requirements abroad, how to afford study abroad, how to travel with other University of Michigan students on a faculty-led trip, or want to know what to expect, be sure to add this event to your calendar and drop by.

Website: https://events.umich.edu/event/119402

German Chancellor Fellowship: Tuesday, October 15 (Application Deadline)

Are you a graduate with initial leadership experience? Do you come from Brazil, the People’s Republic of China, India, South Africa, or the USA? Would you like to implement a self-chosen project that supports your career development, is societally relevant and has a lasting public impact? Are you interested in actively participating in an international network of dedicated leaders? Then come to Germany with a German Chancellor Fellowship from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation to take the next step of your career.

The fellowship program is under the patronage of the Federal Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany. Up to 50 German Chancellor Fellowships are awarded.

The German Chancellor Fellowship offers you an opportunity to take the next career step in Germany – irrespective of your field of work.

In order to apply, develop your own project idea and find the host of your choice to mentor you. Once your host has confirmed, you can apply for a fellowship.

The scholarship includes:
* A monthly fellowship of €2,200, €2,500 or €2,700, depending on your qualifications
* A lump sum for the fellow's travel expenses if the costs are not borne by a third party
* An intensive language course before you begin your fellowship and funding for German courses during your fellowship,
* Individual support during your stay in Germany
* Additional financial support, e.g. for accompanying family members, for travel expenses, for full private health insurance or for an additional German language course
* Extensive alumni sponsorship, particularly to help you sustain contact with collaborative partners in Germany during your entire professional career

Send an application, if you:
* Are a university graduate with an international bias from Brazil, China, India, South Africa, or the USA and have already acquired initial leadership experience
* Completed your first degree less than 12 years ago
* Would like to spend a year working on a project you have developed yourself with a host of your choice in Germany
* Can demonstrate that your project will be of social significance and that you have the potential to build future bridges between Germany and your own country
* Work in a sector such as politics, economics, the media, administration, and culture

Website: https://www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/apply/sponsorship-programmes/german-chancellor-fellowship

Hänsel und Gretel: Thursday-Saturday, November 14-16, 8 p.m., and Sunday, November 17, 2 p.m., Power Center for the Performing Arts

A charming fairy-tale opera with a folk-inspired score, Hänsel und Gretel – by German composer Engelbert Humperdinck, with a libretto by his sister, Adelheid Wette – has been loved by audiences of all ages since its first performance in 1893. In a familiar tale that softens some of the Brothers Grimm’s darker elements, Hansel and Gretel are sent into the forest by their frustrated mother to hunt for strawberries and stay out of trouble.

Alas, trouble is inevitable when they come upon a mysterious gingerbread house with a frightening witch inside. The witch captures the children, threatening to fatten up Hansel and use him to make gingerbread. The clever children must keep their wits about them to avoid a fiery fate.

* Composed by Engelbert Humperdinck; libretto by Adelheid Wette
* Based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm
* Sung in German
* Conducted by Kirk Severtson
* Stage direction by Gregory Keller
* Performed with the University Symphony Orchestra

Discount of 10% off ticket price when you purchase 4 or more tickets.

Website: https://events.umich.edu/event/122608

Berliner Philharmoniker: Saturday, November 23, 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, November 24, 4 p.m., Hill Auditorium

The Berliner Philharmoniker returns to Hill Auditorium the weekend before Thanksgiving for two concerts. In the first of two concerts, violinist and recent Avery Fisher Prize awardee Hilary Hahn makes her first Ann Arbor appearance in two decades, performing Korngold’s heart-tugging violin concerto. Also on the program: Rachmaninoff’s first orchestral masterpiece, Isle of the Dead, and Dvořák’s dramatic Symphony No. 7, which the London journal Athenaeum declared at its 1885 premiere “not only entirely worthy of his reputation, but one of the greatest works of its class produced in the present generation.”

Program (Saturday):
* Sergei Rachmaninoff Isle of the Dead, Op. 29
* Erich Korngold Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35
* Antonín Dvořák Symphony No. 7 in d minor, Op. 70

Website: https://events.umich.edu/event/121959

Listening to conductor Kirill Petrenko’s interpretation of Bruckner’s Symphony No. 5 with the Berliner Philharmoniker promises to be a truly special experience. As The New York Times said of their first American tour together, which was also presented by UMS at Hill Auditorium in 2022, “Even at the very top of the [orchestral] field, playing this spectacular — this virtuosic, colorful, confident, unified, and committed — is vanishingly rare.”

For this limited tour, the orchestra performs Bruckner’s monumental Symphony No. 5, which explores themes of struggle, redemption, and spiritual transcendence, with rich brass chorales in the final movement. Composed in 1876, just a few years before UMS’s very first concert, the work has never been performed on a UMS program — nor did the composer himself ever hear it performed.

Program (Sunday):
* Anton Bruckner Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Major

Website: https://events.umich.edu/event/121961