International Week

17:00 - 19:00 Welcome Drinks in Stuttgart

09:00 - 10:00 Registration and coffee, International Hub (Room S004, Cube)

10:00 - 11:30 Welcome to HdM, International Hub (Room S004, Cube)
Meet the HdM President, the International Office Team, and Programme Coordinators, get Erasmus documents signed, discuss ideas, and learn about options for your students for their exchange semester at HdM, including our Summer Course, the FMX Partner Day, AI Summer School and Minor Programmes

11:45 - 13:15 HdM Campus Tour, International Hub (Room S004, Cube) - get to know our campus and discover what HdM has to offer

13:15 - 14:15 Lunch Break and Networking, International Hub (Room S004, Cube)

14:15 - 14:45 Crash Course in German Language (Room S004, Cube)
New to Germany? Wondering how to say more than just "Hallo" and "Danke"? Ever looked at a German word and wondered why it sounds like someone is trying to assemble furniture while speaking? This crash course is for you! In just 30 fun-filled minutes, you'll learn useful everyday expressions, try your first mini-conversations, and uncover the secrets of a language famous for wonderfully long words.

15:00 - 17:30 Cultural Programme & Company Visits in Stuttgart

• Group 1: Fun Printing Workshop — Make, Print, Play!
  Join us for a hands-on, beginner-friendly printing workshop, where creativity meets state-of-the-art HdM facilities. This workshop is lead by our staff, and you will walk away with a custom-designed product you made yourself!
   
• Group 2: Welcome to ARENA2036 – Germany’s leading innovation campus for the future of mobility.
  Here, researchers, industry partners and technology pioneers collaborate to shape the next generation of intelligent, sustainable, and human-centered vehicles. During your visit, you will experience how virtual and physical prototypes come together to accelerate innovation and reshape the way humans interact with intelligent mobility systems.
   
• Group 3: Stuttgart - The Birthplace of the Automobile
  Visit the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart, where a stunning architectural landmark houses more than 160 vehicles and 1,500 exhibits. Explore a chronological journey through over 130 years of automotive history from 1886 to the future.

09:00 - 10:00 Registration and coffee, International Hub (Room S004, Cube)

10:00 - 11:30 AI Workflows, Agents, and the Future Skills They Demand (Room S003)
AI tools such as ChatGPT and Copilot have arrived in the workplace, but occasional use is not the same as systematic productivity. The decisive step is the move from isolated prompts to structured AI workflows and, increasingly, to AI agents, systems such as Claude Code and Codex that can plan and carry out complex tasks independently. Through concrete examples, from handling a customer inquiry to analysing data and preparing a report, this keynote by Jan Kirenz shows what this shift looks like in practice, which future skills it demands, and how continuing education at HdM can help build them.

10:00 - 11:30 ASAP Train-the-Trainer Workshop (Room S205)
From apps to social innovation—semester after semester, universities are brimming with ideas that have the potential to become startups. In this train-the-trainer workshop, you’ll learn from our colleagues Magdalena and Sophia how to provide targeted support to students as they develop and validate business models. 

10:00 - 11:30 Microaggressions: Impact vs. Intent (Room S105)
This session, offered by our colleage Axelle Marannes from Arteveldehogeschool Gent, is an introduction to microaggressions: what they are, where they come from, common misconceptions. Maybe you will even identify blind spots in your own communication. In the final, interactive part of the session, participants will discuss and practice constructive ways to respond when microaggressions occur, be that in the role of the sender, receiver or bystander.

11:45 - 13:15 The Future of Learning and Teaching AI, Data Science and Analytics (Room S003)
This 90-minute interactive session brings together globally operating Stuttgart-based companies, our international guests, and students to explore future trends in learning and teaching in AI, business intelligence, and data science. Participants will share perspectives on emerging needs, innovative methods, and key challenges across academia and industry. The event will generate new ideas, refine existing approaches, foster partnerships, and promote international collaboration.

11:45 - 13:15 Inner Strength and Confidence – Goodbye, Inner Critic (Room S105)
Resilience enables us to study and work in a mentally and physically healthy way over the long term. For that reason, actively developing and sustaining resilience is crucial. Research shows that treating ourselves with kindness strengthens us during challenging times. Regular practice of self-compassion techniques can increase self-confidence and optimism while reducing avoidance behavior and stress. The workshop, hosted by Martina Schuster, is based on the evidence-based Mindful Self-Compassion programme by Neff and Germer (2024).

13:15 - 14:15 Lunch Break and Networking, International Hub (Room S004, Cube)

14:15 - 15:00 Is the Mic On? Showcasing HdM Audiovisual Media Degree (Recording Studio, Room U54, Main Building N10)
Our sought-after Audiovisual Media degree features projects ranging from music recordings to audio drama and sound design for short films. Join us for a visit to our modern recording studio, where we will introduce some of our recent productions. Q&A and a technical demonstration included.

15:00 – 15:45 Visual Storytelling in Practice and Research – Showcase by the Visual Media Lab (Visual Media Lab, Room U32)
Discover how creative practice and academic research come together at the Visual Media Lab. Using a selected film project and related research study, we will show how filmmaking can generate new insights in areas such as cinematography, visual storytelling, visual effects, and audience perception. In the second part of the session, there will be time for networking and research exchange, inviting participants to share their own research interests, identify common themes, and discuss opportunities for future collaborative projects within the FilmEU network and beyond.

14:15 - 17:00 Secrets of The City
Stuttgart is known for its impressive palaces, including the New Palace and the Old Castle. Surrounded by vineyards, it is one of the few major European cities with extensive wine-growing areas. Join our colleague Jørn Precht  for a guided walking tour of Stuttgart, taking you past its most famous landmarks and exploring its hidden gems.

18:30 - 21:00 Networking Dinner

09:00 - 10:00 Registration and coffee, International Hub (Room S004, Cube)

10:00 - 15:30 International Day

10:00 - 15:30 Study Abroad Fair, Room S003 (The Cube) and Presentations, Rooms S104/105 (Cube)
Colleagues from HdM’s partner universities will present study abroad opportunities for HdM students (a 20 minutes time slot) , followed by Q&A at their booth during the fair. Current exchange students run the fair and invite HdM students and staff to explore their home countries and universities.

12:30 - 14:00 Lunch Break and Networking, International Hub (Room S004, Cube)

18:00 - 21:00 Stuttgart Christmas Market
 

09:00 - 17:00 International Entrepreneurship Education Summit
IEES is an interactive conference that brings together professionals from innovation and entrepreneurship education. It's a platform for those looking for new methods, tools, and formats. Apply now to become a speaker and inspire others with your insights! Or secure your free ticket and join IEES as a participant. All details are available on the IEES website.

09:00 - 15:00 Self-Service Business Intelligence
Join us for an one-day workshop on Self-Service Business Intelligence (SSBI), designed for professionals, lecturers and students who want to deepen their understanding of modern business analytics from the perspective of business users. The workshop aims to provide participants with a deeper understanding of business analytics and the practical challenges faced by business users when working with data. Through hands-on examples with Microsoft Power Pivot and Power BI and interactive discussions, attendees will gain valuable insights into building effective self-service BI solutions and communicating data-driven results clearly and professionally.

17:00 - Sunday evening Festival of Innovation
Join us at the Festival of Innovation, where you can experience a celebration of creativity and cutting-edge ideas. Get ready to be inspired by innovative projects, engaging speakers, and interactive workshops. Whether you're a student, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the latest trends, this festival is the place to be. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and explore the future of innovation!