German Advising Contact Information With Office Hours From Tuesday, February 3 - Wednesday, February 11

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:

Tuesday, February 3: 10-4:30 p.m.,

Thursday, February 5: 10-4:30 p.m.,

Tuesday, February 10: 10-4:30 p.m.,

and by appointment.

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:

Tuesday, February 3: 9-12, 1-5 p.m.,

Wednesday, February 4: 1-5 p.m.,

Thursday, February 5: 9-12, 1-5 p.m.,

Friday, February 6: 9-11:30, 1-5 p.m.,

Monday, February 9: 1-3 p.m.,

Tuesday, February 10: 9-12, 1-5 p.m.,

Wednesday, February 11: 1-5 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

If you would like to get in contact with a peer mentor in our Department, please write to: germanmentors@umich.edu.

German Conversation Opportunities - 'Schokoladenstunde': Tuesday, February 3, 10-11 a.m., MLB 3110; and Kreativwerkstatt: Friday, February 6, 12-1 p.m.,MLB 3117

We have two weekly and informal conversation opportunities:

Schokoladenstunde convenes in the German Department Lounge (MLB 3110) every Tuesday, 10-11 a.m. There will be some German chocolate to snack on. Mary Gell will bring games (e.g. Tabu), and the hour will be spent playing games and chatting in German.

Kreativwerkstatt: Chat in German and express yourself creatively. Crafting, coloring, painting, drawing, knitting, sewing, crochet, embroidery, origami? At the weekly Kreativwerkstatt, which takes place every Friday, 12-1 p.m., you will combine speaking (any level welcome, beginners included!) and creatively expressing yourself. You are encouraged to bring your own materials or (ongoing) projects, but we will also provide some materials and prompts each week. If you have any questions about Kreativwerkstatt please contact Laura Okkema.

Max Kade Events - 'Deutschtisch': Wednesday, February 4, 6-7 p.m., North Quad Dining Hall, and 'Kaffeestunde': Friday, February 6, 5-6 p.m., North Quad 2450

Deutschtisch is a weekly event in the North Quad Dining Hall for Max Kade residents and visitors from outside the Max Kade German Residence to speak German during a meal. Visitors should look for a table with GermanSwiss/Austrian flags and a group of students speaking German.

Kaffeestunde is a weekly opportunity to mingle and unwind. It is a place to connect with other Max Kade residents, chat informally in German, and participate in activities prepared by facilitators. German students at all levels are welcome at the Max Kade events. If you have any questions, please ask Viola Tietje or Vera Irwin.

Fund for Education Abroad - Summer/Fall 2026 and Academic Year 2026-27 Scholarship: Thursday, February 4 (Application Deadline)

The Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) scholarships are available for undergraduate students planning to study or intern abroad in Summer/Fall 2026 and the Academic Year 2026-27. A complete list of FEA eligibility requirements can be found here.

More details about the application and descriptions of all available scholarships, including Access Partner scholarships, can be found here.

FEA scholarships are awarded with a preference for underrepresented students and those with a demonstrated financial need.

Website: https://fundforeducationabroad.org/apply/

Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation (AAACF) - Walter & Florence E. Aupperle Scholarship for German Majors and Minors: Tuesday, February 10, 3 p.m. (Application Deadline)

Established in 2003 by Walter and Florence Aupperle to provide four-year scholarships annually to students studying the German language, history and culture at the University of Michigan or Eastern Michigan University.

The scholarship amounts to $5,000 for each academic year that you are still enrolled here. If you are presently a first-year student with a German major or minor, you can renew the scholarship up to three times. The total amount will ultimately be $20,000.

Number of available awards: 2-3

Recipients may automatically renew their scholarship up to three times, to receive four years of scholarship support, as long as they continue to meet the Scholarship Fund criteria.

Scholarship Criteria:
* You must demonstrate financial need
* You must be a full-time undergraduate student pursuing a German major (history, language, culture, etc.) or minor at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor or Eastern Michigan University
* You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0

To renew a scholarship, you must be enrolled at the University of Michigan or EMU, maintain a 3.0 or above GPA, and submit your transcript showing your German major/minor, and verification of fall enrollment to AAACF for review each summer.

Required Materials:
* Online scholarship application
* Latest transcript
* Letter of recommendation, which must be completed by someone who is not a relative or family member
* Short essay, composed in English, answering the question: How did you become interested in German Studies? (Uploaded as an attachment)

The scholarship will be reported to the Office of Financial Aid at the University of Michigan, which will then be reassessing your financial needs.

Students can begin their application for the Walter & Florence E. Aupperle Scholarship (eligibility is below) by visiting the website to read more: https://www.aaacf.org/students/scholarships

You will then need to create an account to log in and access the application: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=aaacfs

Contact information:
Maryellen Ferro
Community Investment Officer
301 N Main Street, Suite 300
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Email: mferro@aaacf.org
Telephone: (734) 436-7586

Global Individual Grants for International Internships or Research Abroad: Sunday, February 15 (Application Deadline)

The International Institute Global Individual Grant is designed to support University of Michigan-Ann Arbor students who will take part in international internships or conduct research abroad.

Award amounts are up to $5,000.

There is no preference for particular fields of study and the International Institute aims to fund a diverse array of students and projects.

Eligibility Criteria
- Academic Levels:
* Undergraduate and master’s students in all schools/colleges
* Professional school doctoral students

* Applicants must be enrolled University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, students.
* International students are eligible to apply.
* Awardees must return to campus for at least one term before graduation.
* All travel must follow current guidelines, outlined in the International Institute Travel policy.
* Projects cannot begin before May 1, and cannot extend past May 31 of the following year.
* Projects must take place outside of the U.S. and U.S. territories.
* Projects must be at least 30 days (1 month) in length and internships must be at least a 30-hour/week commitment
* All travel must follow current guidelines, which are detailed in the International Institute Travel Policy.

Website: https://ii.umich.edu/ii/funding/iisf/global-individual-grants.html

Nora Krug - "Belonging: Artist as Witness": Thursday, February 19, 4-6 p.m., Rackham Amphitheatre

Are you a past, present, or future student of German 221 or 231? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet the acclaimed graphic memoirist Nora Krug, the author of Belonging, who is coming to our campus on February 19! Her powerful exploration of German history and identity is a major part of our German 221/231 courses, and meeting Nora Krug in person can offer you a unique chance to deepen your understanding of her work. Whether you’ve read Belonging, are reading it this semester, or want to get a head start for a future course, attending Nora Krug's talk could be the perfect way to connect classroom learning with real-world perspectives.

Website: https://lsa.umich.edu/german/news-events/all-events.detail.html/144836-21896001.html

Triumph of the Heart: Thursday, February 26, 7 p.m., Michigan Theater

In the harrowing confines of Auschwitz's starvation cell, Catholic priest St. Maximilian Kolbe volunteers to die in place of another prisoner, joining nine others condemned by the Nazis. As despair and fear grip the group, the pressures of starvation, internal ideological division, mount. But throughout, Kolbe's appeal to their shared humanity and Polish identity forges a brotherhood that culminates in a poignant act of sacrifice that echoes beyond the cell, illuminating hope in one of history's darkest moments.

Website: https://marquee-arts.org/event-page/?showingId=990642&eventId=990640

International Internships with Sage Corps: Sunday, March 1 (Application Deadline)

Sage Corps sends college students to work with startups. Work full-time alongside CEOs, CMOs, and CTOs to build real solutions to real problems. They provide opportunities for specializations including, but not limited to, business strategy, data analytics, graphic design, marketing, software development, and UI/UX design.

Career fields will vary by internship site. Please follow this link for a list of internship career fields by location.

Michigan students may apply to any of the following locations:
* Amsterdam
* Barcelona
* Berlin
* Lisbon
* Madrid
* Paris
* Sydney

Website: https://mcompass.umich.edu/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=12286

Gilman-DAAD Germany Scholarship: Thursday, March 5 (Application Deadline)

The Gilman-DAAD Germany Scholarship Program provides 40 additional scholarships for U.S. undergraduate students per year who are recipients of Federal Pell Grants to study and/or intern for academic credit in Germany through the Gilman Program. This deadline is for in-person programs or internships that begin between May 1, 2026 and April 30, 2027.

Website: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/

International Internship Scholarship: Saturday, March 7 (Application Deadline)

A great internship can help make lasting connections and propel your post-graduation job search. Along with earning your LSA degree, you will have gained valuable skills and experience that may put you ahead of other job candidates.

Thanks to generous donations from University of Michigan alumni and supporters, LSA Internship Scholarships can help make these life-changing opportunities a reality for students, regardless of background or financial resources. All internship scholarships are donor-funded and based on financial need. If you're planning to spend your LSA internship abroad read on for more information and how to apply.

The LSA International Internship Scholarship will be awarded in partnership with the Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS) International Internship Programs.

Internships not sourced through one of the CGIS International Internship programs, including those posted on LSA Engage, are not eligible for this funding opportunity. This includes the DAAD RISE or privately arranged internships.

If you are participating in a CGIS Study Abroad program that includes an internship component, please visit the LSA Study Abroad Scholarship page to apply.

If your internship is based in the United States, please view the LSA Internship Scholarship (U.S.-based) page for more information.

An LSA Scholarship supports LSA students who participate in a Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS) International Internship program. All of the internship scholarships are donor funded and based on financial need. Scholarship funds can help cover the cost of attendance and travel based on program budgets.

LSA International Internship Scholarship awards vary in amount depending on the cost of a student's internship experience, and a student's demonstrated level of financial need.

Award amounts average $6,000. Loan offers are not guaranteed to be replaced with a scholarship. LSA Scholarships cannot award funds beyond what a student's aid package allows. We work closely with CGIS staff and the Study Abroad team at the Office of Financial Aid to determine program costs and factor any other financial aid.

Website: https://lsa.umich.edu/scholarships/current-students/scholarships21.html

Canon Translation Journal: Monday, March 9 (Submission Deadline)

Canon Translation Journal is an undergraduate student-led journal under the University of Michigan's Comparative Literature Department. It is a great opportunity for undergraduate students to publish pieces and a welcoming platform for readers who wish to engage more with works from different parts of the world. The editors welcome all types of submissions, from your favorite non-English scifi to your grandparents' secret recipe! Canon Translation Journal aims to explore the deep and nuanced nature of the field of translation, and you can be part of it! Visit this website for more information and submit today!

German Department Scholarships for Academic Year in Freiburg 2026-2027: Wednesday, April 1 (Application Deadline)

All students accepted for study in the Academic Year in Freiburg program will receive up to $1,000 from the Department of Germanic Languages & Literatures (GLL) to be applied towards the program fee (non-refundable scholarship).

Additional scholarships through the Hubbs Scholarship fund up to $5,000 may be available, based on financial need and/or merit. One participating student will receive a Sturm Immersive Scholarship for the program fee, lodging expenses, and flat stipend to cover additional living expenses (a value of over $25,000). By completing one application, you'll be eligible for all available scholarships.

Here is the funding application link.

German Department Scholarships for Spring/Summer Language Courses at a Goethe Institut in Germany: Wednesday, April 1 (Application Deadline)

If you are taking spring/summer classes at a Goethe Institut in Germany, you can apply for a scholarship from the German Department. Scholarships amount up to $2,400 per session.

The application deadline for funding through the German Department is Wednesday, April 1. Here is the funding application link.

You will be informed later in April, how much funding you will get through the German Department; and you will then need to complete several items (uploading passport photo, GeoBlue health insurance, etc.) on MCompass.

All applications will only be reviewed after April 1, and the funding itself will be disbursed in either Spring or Summer.

German Department Scholarships for Summer Internships in German-Speaking Countries: Wednesday, April 1 (Application Deadline)

Awards for internships in Germany and German-speaking countries are distributed on a competitive level based on financial need, academic merit and (possible) compensation of the internship. You do not need to have a confirmed internship placement at the time of application but need to be accepted into an internship program. International students are eligible to apply. Departmental internships may amount up to $3,500.

The application deadline for funding through us is Wednesday, April 1. Here is the funding application link.

You will be informed later in April how much funding you will get through the German Department; and you will then have two weeks to complete all items (uploading passport photo, GeoBlue health insurance, etc.) on MCompass.

All applications will only be reviewed after April 1, and the funding itself will be disbursed in either Spring or Summer.

DAAD-RISE students are not eligible to receive funding through this scholarship.

German Department Scholarships for German Language School at Middlebury College (Summer 2026): Wednesday, April 1 (Application Deadline)

University of Michigan undergraduates who enroll in the 7-week German Language School at Middlebury College will receive up to a $4,000 scholarship. The Department of Germanic Languages & Literatures' Executive Committee will determine the award recipients. Award amounts are based on the student's GPA, answers to essay questions (one essay answer must be written in the German language), and financial need.

Here is the funding application link.

Heinz Prechter Scholarship for Internships in Germany: Wednesday, April 1 (Application Deadline)

The $2,500 Heinz Prechter Scholarship aims to support a Michigan student completing an internship in Germany to encourage learning about German business and culture.

College and university professors conducting study projects directed at introducing a group of students to Germany, its culture, language, business environment and network, are also encouraged to apply.

Sponsored by the German American Business Council of Michigan (GABC), the Scholarship is named after Heinz Prechter to honor the unparalleled contributions he made to the advancement of international relations between Germany and Michigan.

Application Requirements:
* Letter of Application: description of the applicant’s qualifications including academic background, relevant employment history, and a statement indicating why the applicant wants to in Germany
* Resume: include academic background, employment history, special interests, accomplishments and awards, and international travel
* Offer-of-Internship Letter: written in German or English, on the company’s letterhead and signed by an appropriate company official
* Letters of Recommendation: letters of recommendation from at least two faculty members who teach in the applicant’s fields of study.
* Course Transcripts: comprehensive academic transcripts of all semesters completed at institutions of higher education

Notes for Applicants:
* Applicants must complete a video/phone interview with the scholarship committee. Part of the interview will be conducted in German to assess the applicant’s basic conversational skills in the language.
* Scholarship recipients must agree to submit to the GABC a written report of their internships and (if schedule permits) to give an oral presentation on the internship at a GABC event.
* Submit completed application and supporting documentation by Wednesday, April 1.

Contact Anna Swartz at info@gabcmi.org for further details.

The committee will make rolling decisions. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, once they have received an actual internship offer.

Website: https://gabcmi.org/hps

Schriftlich - German Undergraduate Publication: Thursday, April 16 (Submission Deadline)

Schriftlich is a student-run bilingual journal exploring the interdisciplinary nature of the German language, culture, and influence through collections of student work on German-related topics. Journal submissions are open to all, not just German majors/minors, and can be submitted in German or English.

If you are interested in submitting a piece of writing, please do so here. The deadline is Thursday, April 16.

Schriftlich welcomes submissions on a rolling basis. If interested, apply now.

If you have any questions, please contact Daphne (dwelter@umich.edu).