September 21, 2019
News from DAAD USA
Stay up to date on DAAD's activities in the US - from news about scholarship programs to opportunities for study and research in Germany. Fun facts, tips on living in Germany, and application advice for scholarships included! 
Important Dates and Deadlines

October 11th: Career Booster New York
October 15th:  Faculty Research Visits
DAAD Programs, Scholarships, and Grants
Call for Applications
Study Scholarship in Architecture

US students who have gained a first university degree in the areas of Architecture, Interior Design, Monument Conservation, Urban Planning/Urban Development are eligible to apply for the Study Scholarship in Architecture to pursue a Master's degree in Germany. Apply by September 30th .

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Call for Project Proposals
RISE Worldwide

Calling all research groups, labs, and doctoral students interested in hosting a motivated and qualified student from Germany to assist with research and lab work for your proposed project. The students have academic training in the STEM fields and receive a DAAD scholarship to help cover expenses and travel costs.  Submit by October 15th .  

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Call for Applications
Study Scholarship for Graduates of All Disciplines

Highly qualified final year undergraduate students or eligible graduates may apply for the DAAD Study Scholarship for a full Master's degree program at a German university or for study at a German university as part of a postgraduate or Master's degree program completed in the home country.  Apply by
November 4th.

Accepting Applications Soon!
University Summer Course Grants

This program provides scholarships to attend a broad range of three- to four-week summer courses at German universities which focus mainly on German language and literary, cultural, political and economic aspects of modern and contemporary Germany.  Apply by December 1st.

Job and Internship Opportunities
Come Work With Us!
Program Support internship

Our DAAD Regional Office in New York is looking for two fall interns to support the administration of our scholarship programs. The internship will take place in New York City. Apply now!

DAAD Network
In Profile
Meet DAAD Alumnus Varol Kahveci

Varol Kahveci was born in Konya, Turkey - Rumi-lovers probably already know the area! He spent three years in Istanbul and one year in England to complete his Bachelor's in Western Languages and Literatures. After completing his Master's in Comparative Literature at Dartmouth College, he began working on his Ph.D. in the Department of Germanic Languages at Columbia University in New York.

Social Media Networks
Meet Our DAAD Young Ambassadors

Over the next few weeks, our DAAD Young Ambassadors will share stories of their experiences in Germany, providing you with tips, resources, and pictures! Check out it our for yourselves next #TakeoverTuesday on our Instagram page .
Celebrating in Germany
Living in Germany
Oktoberfest 2019

Oktoberfest 2019 officially kicks off in Munich today, September 21st, and ends on October 6th. Today's Oktoberfest is quite different from the 1810 celebration of Crown Price Ludwig's marriage to Princess Teresa of Sassonia-Hildburghausen, but still brings together crowds of people for days of beer, food, and fun!

Webinars
Webinars
Research Careers in Germany

Are you l ooking for opportunities in Germany during your undergraduate degree? In this upcoming webinar on September 26th , find out more about available DAAD funding for undergraduate students studying in the US or Canada for the academic year 2020/21. For more information and to register, please clic k here .
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Webinars
Research Careers in Germany

Join us on September 30th   for an in-depth discussion on DAAD funding opportunities for graduate students in the US and Canada or students seeking to pursue a graduate degree in Germany. The webinar will conclude with a Q&A session. For more information and to register, please clic k here .
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Webinars
Research Careers in Germany

DAAD offers several funding opportunities to faculty members and postdocs to conduct research and various projects in Germany. Find out more about available funding for your next stay in Germany. For more information and to register, please click here .
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Webinars
Research Careers in Germany

Interested in pursuing research in artificial intelligence or becoming an entrepreneur with your research topic? Join our "Research in Germany" webinar series to find out how to drive your career forward! Webinars take place daily between  October 7th and 10th at 2pm (CEST).
For more information and to register, please click here .
Study in Germany
Webinar Archive

Missed out on a webinar? You can find all past webinar presentations and recordings in our archive here .
Application Tip #105
What level of German language abilities do I need to apply for the University Summer Course Grant?

Applicants must be able to follow lectures and collaborate in teams. The required German language skills should be equivalent at least to level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages .

Fun Fact
Did you know...

... that in 2013, an Oktoberfest visitor from Italy lost his car after celebrating in Munich. He was reunited with his car five weeks later after a local Munich newspaper appealed to its readers on his behalf. Be sure to note your vehicle location before partaking in the festivities!

This announcement has been prepared by:

DAAD Regional Office New York, 871 United Nations Plaza New York, NY 10017, legally represented by Dr. Dorothea Rüland, Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst e.V., Kennedyallee 50, 53175 Bonn
 
Tel.: (212) 758-3223 
Fax: (212) 755-5780
 
 
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Bonn (Germany), registered with the Bonn District Court, Commercial Register Court VR 2105
 
Editorial staff:
Benedikt Brisch, Director DAAD New York
Jessica von Tresckow, Peter R. Kerrigan, Editors
 
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