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Events
Finding your way around in a new country can be quite difficult at times. Our events and information sessions aim to help you to integrate and gain a better understanding of some important aspects of everyday life in Germany.
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You´re kindly invited to our German Language Café. This language cafe is ideal for anyone with basic German skills, who would like to practice talking German in a relaxed atmosphere. We are going to have some small chats in German under the guidance of a native German speaker.
Duration is around 1 hour. We meet once a month at 04:30 pm, at ZUV-Lounge, building 16.11.01. Registering is not necessary. Spontaneous visits are welcome.
The dates are:
15.10.2026 19.11.2026 10.12.2026
14.01.2027
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We are delighted to invite you to a special International Dinner that brings together the international researchers in an evening of cultural exchange, delicious food, and meaningful conversations!
This event is a wonderful opportunity to share and learn about different cultures, traditions, and life experiences. Whether you are new in Germany or have lived here for many years, this dinner offers a chance to meet people from various backgrounds, forge new friendships, and engage in lively discussions.
The evening will include:
• A shared dinner with dishes from different countries.
• An informal meeting to connect and learn about each other’s cultures.
• Fun, relaxed activities to foster conversation and understanding.
In order to participate, please bring a dish or snack from your country to share with others.
Let’s celebrate diversity, build new connections, and enjoy a night of warmth and community!
Please contact our JUNO Office if you are interested in taking part.
We look forward to seeing you there!
When? 26th October 2026, 6 p.m.
Where? HHU Faculty Club, building 16.11, Universitätsstraße 1 40225 Düsseldorf
Organization: Juliana Neves-Müller (JUNO)
Would you like to participate? Please Register here!
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Researchers from non-EU countries must apply for a residence permit at the Immigration Office. The correct residence permit depends on your individual situation. Among other things, your monthly income and whether you have an employment contract with the university or receive a scholarship all determine which type of residence permit you require or are able to obtain. Some residence permits are more favourable than others in terms of qualification for a permanent settlement permit in Germany or mobility rights in other EU countries. This information event will give participants an overview of the different residence permits for researchers and help them find out which residence permits they are entitled to.
Lecturer: Sigrun Wegener-Feldbrügge (JUNO)
Online Seminar: 29.10.26, 2:00 p.m. - Register here!
Participation is free of charge, but registration is required.
Starting a new PhD or PostDoc position brings both opportunities and challenges – especially in the complex environment of a university. Join our Welcome Day and kick-start your journey at the university! We warmly invite all new doctoral researchers, postdocs, and research assistants to take part.
The Welcome Day offers the opportunity to get in touch with other researchers at HHU, to discover essential information and program offers and to get in contact with the contact persons of the Heine Research Academies (HeRA).
HeRA wants to advance your career and training as an early career researcher also by providing a collection of useful information and links to contact points. The Heine Research Academies are open to doctoral students, postdocs and junior research group leaders as well as to supervisors of graduate research work at HHU.
Date: 03.11.26 at 5 p.m. - Registration here!
Venue: Faculty Club, Building 16.11.00
A variety of institutions with diverse objectives and interests characterise the German research landscape. In this seminar, participants will learn about the German higher education system, non-university research institutions as well as possible entry positions and funding opportunities for international junior scientists. In addition, the seminar will also present career prospects beyond research positions.
Lecturer: Uta Brunner (JUNO)
Online Seminar: 08.12.2026 from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm - Register here!
Participation is free of charge, but registration is required