Welcome Days
Welcome to Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences!
Our Welcome Days are designed to help international students settle in, meet new people and become familiar with the university and the city.
Whether you are joining us as an exchange student or as a degree-seeking student, we warmly invite you to take part in our shared Welcome Events and become part of the SUAS community.
The Welcome Info Session, Welcome Grill and Library Introductions are open to all international students. New exchange students can also participate in an additional programme designed to support their arrival and orientation at SUAS.
We look forward to welcoming you to Schmalkalden!
Welcome Events for All International Students
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Library Introduction, Group 1
| Date | Time | Information |
| Tuesday, 06.10.2026 | from 10:00–11:00 |
Get to know the Cellarius University Library and learn how to find books, borrow materials and access the online resources available for your studies. Location: Cellarius University Library Arrival: Please arrive a few minutes early and check in at the library’s main reception Please note: If you miss the first introduction, you can still go with Group 2 |
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Welcome Info Session for International Students
| Date | Time | Information |
| Tuesday, 08.10.2026 | from 16:00–18:00 |
Join us for a warm welcome to Germany and Hochschule Schmalkalden, led by Dr. Voerkel, Head of the International Office. Meet some of the people who will support you during your time in Schmalkalden, connect with fellow international students and begin your semester as part of the SUAS community. Location: Building H, room H0002 Registration: Stud.IP Link Led by: Dr. Voerkel, Head of the International Office, with contributions from Anastasiia Dzham from the Career Service and Catharina Wassink, lecturer and member of the WORTplus project |
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SUAS' Welcome Grill
| Date | Time | Information |
| Tuesday, 08.10.2026 | from 18:00 |
Right after the Info Session, join us for our traditional Welcome Grill next to Club HSM. This is a great opportunity to relax, meet fellow international students and enjoy the evening together. Location: Next to Studentenclub HSM |
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Library Introduction, Group 2
| Date | Time | Information |
| Thursday, 15.10.2026 | from 15:30–16:30 |
A second opportunity to get to know the Cellarius University Library and discover the services and academic resources available to you. Location: Cellarius University Library Arrival: Please arrive a few minutes early and check in at the library’s main reception |
Additional Programme for New Exchange Students
In addition to the events open to the entire international student community, new exchange students are invited to participate in the following arrival and orientation activities.
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Thoska Collection
| Date | Time | Information |
| Monday, 05.10.2026 | from 10:00–16:00 |
Collect your Thoska, the official student ID card of Hochschule Schmalkalden. Your Thoska gives you access to important university services, including the library and Mensa. Location: Building H, room H0011 |
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Buddy Reception
| Date | Time | Information |
| Monday, 05.10.2026 | at 17:00 |
Meet your Buddy and connect with other new exchange students. The reception will include an informal conversation about your first days in Schmalkalden and an opportunity to ask questions, exchange experiences and get to know one another. Location: To be confirmed… |
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Schmalkalden City Tour – Group 1
| Date | Time | Information |
| Wednesday, 07.10.2026 | from 09:30–11:00 |
Discover Schmalkalden on a guided walking tour organised in cooperation with the Tourist Information Schmalkalden. Explore the historic city centre and get to know your new surroundings. After the tour, we will stop at Maykels Restaurant for an informal get-together. Meeting point: WORTplus Office, Auer Gasse 12, 98574 Schmalkalden |
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Excursion to Erfurt
| Date | Time | Information |
| Saturday, 10.10.2026 | not specified yet… |
Spend the day discovering Thuringia’s capital together with other new exchange students. Please note: Further information about the departure time, meeting point and registration will be announced soon. |
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Schmalkalden City Tour, Group 2
| Date | Time | Information |
| Wednesday, 14.10.2026 | from 14:00–15:30 |
A second opportunity to discover Schmalkalden on a guided walking tour organised in cooperation with the Tourist Information Schmalkalden. After the tour, we will stop at Maykels Restaurant for an informal get-together. Meeting point: WORTplus Office, Auer Gasse 12, 98574 Schmalkalden |
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Guided Tour at Schloss Wilhelmsburg
| Date | Time | Information |
| Saturday, 17.10.2026 | Yet to be published |
Discover one of Schmalkalden’s most important historical landmarks together with other new exchange students. Further information about the time, meeting point and accompanying programme will be announced soon. |
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Later in the Semester… Follow-Up Info-Session for Late Arrivals
| Date | Time | Information |
| Thursday, 29.10.2026 | from 17:00 |
Did you arrive late or miss the main Welcome Info Session? This follow-up session will cover the essential information you need for a smooth start to your semester at SUAS. Location: To be confirmed… |