German Advising Contact Information With Office Hours From Tuesday, May 7 - Tuesday, May 14

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, May 7: 10-4 p.m.,

Wednesday, May 8: 10-4 p.m.,

Thursday, May 9: 10-4 p.m.,

Tuesday, May 14: 10-4 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, May 7: 8-10, 2-5 p.m.,

Wednesday, May 8: 8-12:30, 1-5 p.m.,

Thursday, May 9: 8-12, 1-2, 3-5 p.m.,

Friday, May 10: 8-10, 1-3, 4-5 p.m.,

Monday, May 13: 8-12:30, 1-5 p.m.,

Tuesday, May 14: 8-12:30, 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

'Grad For A Day' Scholarship Opportunity at University of Minnesota: Wednesday, May 15 (Application Deadline)

Interested in graduate school but not sure if it is a fit for you? Join us for Grad for a Day on Wednesday, October 23, 2024! Receive a $500 award to find out what it’s like to be a graduate student of Germanic Studies at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. You’ll walk the campus, go to classes, meet with an advisor, hang out in the student lounge, and more! Domestic airfare costs will be covered by the department.

This opportunity is available to rising undergraduate seniors and students who are preparing to take a gap year between undergraduate and graduate school who are interested in pursuing a graduate degree in Germanic Studies. Rising juniors who are confident about continuing on to graduate studies are also welcome to apply. Students must be studying in the United States and be traveling within the United States to attend.

Email the Graduate Program Coordinator, Lena Schroeder, at gradgsd@umn.edu with any questions.

Job Posting - Communications Officer for German Center for Research and Innovation in New York, NY: Wednesday, May 15 (Application Deadline)

The German Center for Research and Innovation (DWIH) New York is seeking a full-time (40h/week), creative, communicative person to join our team as Communications Officer. This is an in-house position. Anticipated start date: July 15, 2024.

The Communications Officer will work closely with the Executive Director, Head of Programs, and Program Officer of the DWIH New York and will be mainly responsible for a variety of science communication, marketing, and outreach functions. This includes managing the DWIH brand, and overseeing its communications platforms (website, social media, and newsletter). Other tasks include event organization and file management.

Minimum Requirements:
* Fluency in English and German (native English speaker preferred)
* Comprehensive professional experience in communications, journalism, PR, and/or marketing
* Strong background in writing, editing and distributing content, including material for a website, speeches, newsletters, presentations, and marketing material that take the DWIH message to the public
* Strong computer skills, including MS Office, familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite, and/or Canva
* Experience with web content management systems and social media
* Strong interest in science, research institutions, and entrepreneurship in Germany and the U.S.

Preferred Additional Qualifications:
* Experience with photography and/or videography for social media
* Professional experience with LinkedIn and its functions (paid campaigns, events, newsletters)
* Familiarity with WordPress and/or Squarespace
* Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools
* Experience with preparing tenders and engaging external vendors for communication needs

Salary: USD 75.000 per year plus health and retirement benefits. Paid vacation and sick leave.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents (“green card holders”). Please indicate on your CV whether you are a U.S. citizen or a green card holder.

Please email your resume and cover letter with the subject line “Communications Officer DWIH 2024” to:

Ms. Solveig Berkman at berkman@daad.de and to Dr. Jan Lüdert at luedert@dwih.org

Application deadline: applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until May 15, 2024.

Website: https://www.daad.org/en/2024/04/29/job-announcement-communications-officer-full-time/

Job Posting - Paid Student Leader for LSA Opportunity Hub: Friday, May 31 (Application Deadline)

The LSA Opportunity Hub is a transformative career exploration center that helps students connect their liberal arts education to their aspirations and professional paths. Members of the paid Student Leaders Program (SLP) work to increase student access to Hub resources through peer coaching and outreach activities while also growing their own leadership potential.

What You Will Gain:
As a Hub Student Leader, you will be provided with a variety of tools and resources to support your professional growth:
* Training on LSA Opportunity Hub coaching methods and professional development resource
* Opportunities to join in team building and professional development as part of the Hub’s broader student staff team
* Experience working in a collaborative environment, including across the college, with students, staff, and faculty
* A dedicated supervisor who will support goal setting and provide tailored feedback
* Can commit to 8-10 hours of remote and in-person employment per week for Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 semesters
* In-person availability for the week of August 19-23, 2024 to complete paid training
* In-person availability weekly on Tuesdays from 4-6 p.m. for the 2024-2025 academic year

Availability Requirements:
- Ambassadorship and Outreach (35%)
* Host or facilitate ‘About the Hub’ information sessions for LSA departments, units, and student organizations; represent the Hub at campus events.
* Develop and maintain liaison relationships with student organizations via in-person and email touchpoints
* Advocate for the Hub and point students toward relevant Hub resources to address student needs, including through flyering and postering
* Participate in outreach events/activities for target populations and student groups

- Peer Coaching (35%)
* Train on LSA Opportunity Hub resources and coaching practices
* Provide peer career coaching for LSA students, both 1:1 and in groups, on the topics of:
a) Resume building and tailoring
b) Cover letter building and tailoring
c) Other topics as appropriate and determined by SLP supervision
* Document post-coaching session notes in student profiles on LSA Engage

- Information Services Delivery (30%)
* Hospitality: Triage guests at the Information Services desk, support assessment delivery, and create a welcoming atmosphere for all LSA Building & Hub guests
* Facilities: Arrange space for Hub events, ensure safety and cleanliness of Hub public spaces
* Ambassadorship: Provide information and resources to LSA departments and units, current and prospective students, alums, and employers who would like to engage with the Hub, participate in Hub interviews, assist with Hub events, and serve on focus groups

Qualifications:
* An LSA undergraduate student who will be in your second year or higher, or a new transfer student, in Fall 2024
* Students in good academic standing according to the University’s most recent record
* Committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and access
* Active involvement with an identity-based student organization made up primarily of LSA students; for transfer students, involvement with a similar student organization at your previous institution
* Previous experience with peer mentoring, tutoring, or providing student support

* Supervisor: Hub Coach
* Hours/Week: 8-10
* Hourly Pay: $17-18

Website: https://lsa.umich.edu/opportunityhub/students/join-our-student-team/Student-Leaders-Program.html

Public Humanities Internship Program 2024-2025: Friday, May 17 (Application Deadline)

Now in its fourth year, the Public Humanities Internship is a paid internship program that provides 8 selected undergraduate students at the University of Michigan with the unique opportunity to participate in the life of the Institute for the Humanities. Under the direction of the assistant director for undergraduate engagement & marketing, interns meet with faculty, curators, staff, visiting artists, and other members of our community to explore humanities topics and ideas. They then turn those conversations into humanities-related programs and events geared toward undergraduate students. Learn more and apply.

Website: https://lsa.umich.edu/humanities/undergrad-students/public-humanities-internship-program.html

Heidelberg Alumni U.S. (HAUS) Scholarships for Studying at Heidelberg University: Saturday, June 15 (Application Deadline)

Heidelberg Alumni U.S. (HAUS) is pleased to invite applications for the 2024-2025 HAUS Scholarships. The stipends are available to qualified students from a United States university planning to study at Heidelberg University.

Heidelberg University consistently ranks among the best universities in Germany and the world. For over 600 years, research has grounded scholarship, sparked international cooperation, and fueled innovation at Uni Heidelberg. Whether increasing women’s visibility through structural change, seeking to address society’s challenges across disciplinary boundaries, or supporting researchers in translating their findings into startups, Heidelberg University puts research into action. Heidelberg boasts a world-class education and offers students an affordable and high quality of life in one of Germany’s most beautiful cities. The green hills of the Neckar Valley region boast a rich student life, including cultural events, sports, and year-round recreational activities, all within one hour of Frankfurt International Airport.

HAUS Scholarship Candidates must meet the following requirements:
* Undergraduate or master’s program student with strong academic credentials enrolled at - or graduated from - an institution of higher education in the U.S.
* United States residency
* Acceptance as student at Heidelberg University (proof can be submitted at a later time)

The scholarship award is $7,000 for Master’s program students or $4,500 for Bachelor’s program students for one semester.

Website: https://www.hua.uni-heidelberg.de/en/scholarships/haus-scholarship

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 - 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

Berliner Philharmoniker: Sunday, November 4, 4 p.m., Hill Auditorium

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:
* Anton Bruckner Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Major

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