Welcome Center Events

Myth Tempelhof Airport

24^th April | 4:45 p.m.

The listed historic landmark, Tempelhof Airport, impresses with its monumental architecture and reflects the turbulent history of Berlin. Learn more about the ideological and political backgrounds of the airport's construction and discover the most interesting places of the impressive building on this guided tour – from the former check-in hall to the areas used by the Americans, to the transit corridors with views of the current Tempelhofer Feld. We have a two-hour guided tour planned for you. Anyone interested can sign up until April 20.

Online German Course for Beginners

from 28^th April | on Mondays 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.

In April, we will start a new Online German Class for Beginners addressed to researchers who would like to learn some German and meet other international researchers. Starting from 28th April, the class will take place on six dates online on Zoom. Please note that this is no professional German class and you will not receive any language certificate. This course aims to give a first impression of the German language and culture.

Registration by April 20^th  here.

Online information event on the topic of taxation

12^th May | 2:00-3:30 p.m.

An expert in international tax law will inform about the German income tax system and explain for whom a tax return is useful or obligatory. Following the English-language presentation, there will be an opportunity for individual questions. The Zoom event will not be recorded.

If you would like to attend the info event, please send us an email and, if applicable, questions you would like to see answered at the event.
Deadline for submission of questions: 1^st May

Visit of the New Palace

22^nd May | 3:15 p.m.

In May, we will visit the New Palace in Potsdam. In contrast to the rather plain Sanssouci Palace, this magnificent rococo-style palace was erected in 1769 to display Prussia's prosperity and power after the Seven Years' War. We will not only be guided through the magnificent ballrooms and galleries, but also gain an insight in the Royal Suites, where among others the last German Emperor William II resided.

If you would like to participate in the guided tour, please register by 18^th May via e-mail.

Guided Tour - German Bundestag

5^th or 6^th July  | exact date & time will be fixed in mid of April

Join us for an English-language tour of the Bundestag in Berlin, where you will gain unique insights into the workings of the German parliament and the country's political history. During the tour, you'll explore the iconic Reichstag building, including the historic plenary chamber, the glass dome designed by architect Norman Foster, and learn about Germany’s democratic processes and decision-making mechanisms.

This event is subject to strict registration requirements. The tour is scheduled for either Saturday, 5^th July or Sunday, 6^th July, but the exact date and time can only be confirmed by mid-April. The registration is binding, and only those who sign up on time will be able to participate. We kindly ask that you register via email by 6^th April.