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Bollywood Flair on Campus Student Members of the Buddy Program Bring Bollywood to Aalen University

Students at Aalen University of Applied Sciences celebrated the diversity of their international community in colorful saris and traditional clothing. Photo: © Aalen University of Applied Sciences | Katrin Zinser

Mo, 15. Dezember 2025 → Bollywood glamour, vibrant colors, and captivating dance performances recently transformed the auditorium of Aalen University into a festive stage full of international encounters. The special gala showcased impressively how lively and inspiring the exchange within the “Buddy Program” truly is.

Top Rankings in the Latest CHE Ranking Master’s Students Report High Satisfaction with Study Conditions

Aalen University’s master’s students are highly satisfied with the study conditions, particularly in the areas of digital learning elements and research orientation. Photo: © Aalen University | Jan Walford

Th, 11. Dezember 2025 → The Centre for Higher Education Development (CHE) has published its latest results for master’s degree programs. At Aalen University, the master’s programs offered by the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science achieved top-ranking positions in nine out of ten evaluation categories. The ranking assesses master’s programs across Germany on the basis of quantitative indicators as well as evaluations provided by students.

An International Evening Filled with Commitment and Positive EmotionsAalen University of Applied Sciences Honors Three Students for Their Outstanding International Engagement

President Harald Riegel (left) and Vice-President Anja Dieckmann (right) congratulate this year’s award recipients, Netanya Jason Christopher Iskandar (DAAD Prize) and Samantha Sada (“Buddy of the Year” Award). Photo: © Aalen University of Applied Sciences | Gulchin Ibrahimli

We, 26. November 2025 → Last week, the International Center of Aalen University of Applied Sciences presented the 2025 German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Prize as well as two awards from the International Society Aalen e. V. (ISA). Students, lecturers, and additional guests came together to celebrate the commitment and achievements of the award recipients. The evening offered an impressive demonstration of how strongly lived interculturality connects and enriches the university community.

Onboarding Made EasyWelcome Center Ostwürttemberg Celebrates Five Years of Service

Dr. Joachim Bläse, Chief Officer of the Ostalb District; Peter Polta, Chief Officer of Heidenheim District; Nadine Kaiser, Managing Director WiRO; Prof. Dr. Harald Riegel, President of Aalen University; Steffen Kohnle, Director Welcome Center Ostwürttemberg; Susanne Vedder of the Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Economic Affairs, Labour and Toursim; Solveigh Gauditz, Adviser at the Welcome Center Ostwürttemberg; and Pascal Cromm, Director International Office at Aalen University.

Tu, 25. November 2025 → Around 80 guests from companies, universities, public administration and regional networks attended the anniversary event of the Welcome Center Ostwürttemberg at the KulturBahnhof Aalen last week.

Sharing Knowledge in JapanAalen University of Applied Sciences Makes a Strong Scientific Impact at International Business Informatics Conference in Osaka

A large delegation from Aalen University of Applied Sciences traveled for KES 2025 to Osaka, Japan. Photo: Private

We, 29. October 2025 → Aalen University of Applied Sciences underscored its international research expertise at the renowned Knowledge-Based and Intelligent Information & Engineering Systems Conference (KES) 2025 in Japan. Nine researchers from the university attended the conference in Osaka, where they presented their work. In addition to delivering academic presentations, professors from Aalen University also contributed actively to shaping the conference program and evaluating submitted papers.

A Taste Beyond BordersAt Aalen University of Applied Sciences, the “Drop-in Lunch” offers international researchers the opportunity to make connections, gather information, and exchange ideas.

Guests from outside the university often come to the drop-in lunch to give an insight into their own career paths. This time, Gabriele Köder-Weiss (left, center), who heads the Digital Services division at Audi, stopped by. Photo: © Aalen University of Applied Sciences | Saskia Stüven-Kazi

Th, 16. October 2025 → At Aalen University of Applied Sciences, international early-career researchers meet every Tuesday for a shared lunch at the “Drop-in Lunch.” During these gatherings, participants exchange ideas about their research, share personal experiences, or discuss plans for the upcoming weekend. Often, a surprise guest joins them to provide insight into a specific topic. The initiative is organized by Embrace, the central service center for international researchers at Aalen University.

Strengthening Connections with the USARector of Aalen University Represents HAW BW e.V. at GAIN 2025 in Boston

Professor Dr. Harald Riegel (on the left), together with HAW BW Managing Director Benjamin Peschke and Charlotte Brenn (FH Personnel Project), represented the Universities of Applied Sciences from Baden-Württemberg in Boston. Photo: HAW BW e.V.

Mo, 01. September 2025 → Last weekend, the annual conference of the German Academic International Network (GAIN) was held in Boston, USA. Representing the Rectors’ Conference of Universities of Applied Sciences Baden-Württemberg (HAW BW e.V.), Professor Dr. Harald Riegel, Rector of Aalen University and member of the Executive Board of the Rectors’ Conference, provided researchers active in the United States with insights into career opportunities, with a particular focus on positions at German Universities of Applied Sciences.

“I Felt Instantly at Home”International Students Actively Contribute to Campus Life at Aalen University of Applied Sciences

Ahmad Raza from Pakistan and Rita Bergami from Italy took part in Aalen University’s Orientation Weeks in 2024—today, they are helping new international students settle in. Photo: © Aalen University | Rita Bergami

Fr, 29. August 2025 → International students Rita from Italy and Ahmad from Pakistan fondly recall their first days in Aalen: from the colorful city festival to the warm welcome by the International Center. The orientation weeks at Aalen University of Applied Sciences not only provided practical support but also countless opportunities to make new friends and discover the region. Today, both are committed to helping other international students, sharing their experiences and insights.

Immersing in the ‘German Way of Life’Zimkitha Bavuma from South Africa is an exchange student at Aalen University of Applied Sciences.

Feels at home in the Ostalb region: Zimkitha Bavuma, a master's student in Marketing and Artificial Intelligence from Cape Town, South Africa.

Th, 07. August 2025 → Anyone strolling across the Aalen University campus will hear snippets of many different languages – Georgian, English, Spanish, Arabic, or Nepali, to name just a few. Students from all over the world bring the campus to life, creating a truly international atmosphere. With partnerships at more than 130 universities worldwide, Aalen University maintains strong global connections. In this series, we introduce some of the inspiring students from our partner institutions who have chosen to continue their academic journey in Aalen – this time featuring Zimkitha Bavuma from South Africa.

From Ohio to the OstalbNathan Turner from the United States spends his summer semester at Aalen University

Despite the current heatwave in Aalen, Nathan Turner, a mechanical engineering student from the Colorado School of Mines, has quickly settled into his new surroundings. Photo: private

We, 02. July 2025 → Anyone strolling across the Aalen University campus will hear snippets of many different languages – Georgian, English, Spanish, Arabic, or Nepali, to name just a few. Students from all over the world bring the campus to life, creating a truly international atmosphere. With partnerships at more than 130 universities worldwide, Aalen University maintains strong global connections. In this series, we introduce some of the inspiring students from our partner institutions who have chosen to continue their academic journey in Aalen – this time featuring Nathan Turner from the United States.
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