WELCOME WEEK, September 28–October 2, 2026Welcome to the University of Hamburg!

14 September 2026

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As your AStA, we’re organizing WELCOME WEEK for you first-year students—a week full of exciting events designed to help you get to know the campus, the city, and university life. From campus tours and advising sessions to workshops, scavenger hunts, and laid-back bar and karaoke nights, there’s something for everyone.

WELCOME WEEK offers you the perfect opportunity to quickly find your way around, pick up important information for your studies, and meet new people. Whether you’re looking to connect with others, have fun, or gain exciting insights into campus and the city—here you can actively shape the start of your studies and truly settle in at the university!

The following events will take place from Monday, September 28, through Friday, October 2, 2026:

Monday, September 28

Welcome and Speed Meet-and-Greet

11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Room 0029 (VMP 5, AStA Wing)

Get together with the other freshmen and play some fun games to break the ice. Everyone is welcome!

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Campus & Stabi Tour

1:30–3:30 p.m.
Meeting point: Room 0029 (VMP 5, AStA Wing)

Want to get to know the most important spots on campus right away? We’ll walk around campus together and show you how to find your way around and which places you shouldn’t miss. At the same time, you’ll learn key historical facts about the campus and the university. You’ll also get a tour of the Stabi (State and University Library) so we never get lost in the book maze again.

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Tuesday, September 29

Wall of Expectations

11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Room 0029 (VMP 5, AStA Wing)

What are you looking forward to in college? What makes you a little nervous? What do you secretly wish for? Write it on the wall—serious, funny, chaotic—anything goes. We’re here for you and will offer tips if you need help.

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Introducing the AStA. Who are they?

12:30–1:30 p.m.
Room 0029 (VMP 5, AStA Wing)

The AStA is the student government—but what does that mean? And what does the AStA actually do? You’ll get an overview of how we support you in your student life—plus some friendly faces to recognize on campus.

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Speedrun: Counseling Services

1:30–2:15 p.m.
Room 0029 (VMP 5, AStA Wing)

Finances, stress, exam anxiety, trouble—there are places to turn to for help with everything. Here, you’ll get to know them in a quick overview and learn who can help you in an emergency.

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Education Instead of Bombs. IJV Workshop

2:30–4:00 p.m.
Room to be announced...

Budget cuts at the university, worsening study conditions, and precarious working conditions on the one hand—billions for military buildup, special funds, and arms exports on the other. While cuts are being made in areas like education, massive resources are flowing into militarization.

So can the fight against budget cuts be separated from anti-militarist movements like the school strike movement? We want to discuss together why a consistent movement against cuts on campus must necessarily be antimilitarist.How are austerity policies and military buildup directly linked? Why must we, as students and staff, also oppose the reintroduction of mandatory military service, war research at universities, and arms production?

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Why Always the Middle East? DIDF Youth Workshop

2:30–4:00 p.m.
Room to be announced...

On the current situation and how we can take action on campus!

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Pizza and Flunkyball Tournament

Starting at 4:00 p.m.
Meeting point: Info-Café (VMP 5, AStA wing)

Pizza in one hand, a drink in the other—let the fun begin! We’re looking forward to some intense Flunkyball matches with you, or for those who prefer a more laid-back vibe—just relaxing, eating pizza, and chatting. Drinks and pizza will be provided. We’ll be playing with beer and soda! You can come alone or as a group.

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Wednesday, September 30

Tenants’ Rights. Workshop hosted by the Tenants’ Association

11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Room 0029 (VMP 5, AStA Wing)

Anyone who moves to Hamburg knows: Looking for an apartment is annoying (and expensive) enough. But to make sure things stay stress-free afterward and you have a safe place to live, the Tenants’ Association will provide you with practical information about your rights as a tenant, rent increases, and much more. As a member, the association also offers legal support should you ever encounter problems in your apartment, and they’ll be happy to answer your questions during this event.

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Women & Their (Invisible) History. Workshop by HINARA e. V.

12:30–2:00 p.m.
Room 0029 (VMP 5, AStA Wing)

Mesopotamia was the cradle of free women, yet it was also here that their enslavement began. Before the rise of patriarchy, women were goddesses, but as oppression increased, their history became increasingly obscured. With the rise of patriarchy, the process of rendering women invisible also began—a process that continues to this day. Women remain “objects” both in their social roles and in history. What challenges do we face, and how can we anchor them in historical context? How do we reveal their invisible truth?

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Hamburg Rally

Starting at 2:30 p.m.
Meeting point: Room 0029 (VMP 5, AStA wing)

You, a team, challenges all over town, and plenty of chaos: During the rally, you’ll get to know the city, its people, and special places—and have a chance to win a small prize!

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Bar Night

Starting at 7:00 PM
Meeting spot to be announced...

In the evening, we’ll get together to wind down and party in Sternschanze. Come as you are and get a real taste of student life right away.

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Thursday, October 01

Welcome and Speed-Meet-And-Greet II

1:00–2:30 p.m.
Room 0029 (VMP 5, AStA Wing)

For anyone who couldn’t make it on Monday or still wants to connect with more people, we’re repeating Monday’s program.

Get together with the other freshmen and play some fun games to break the ice. Everyone is welcome!

(Sign up below)

Seedbombing. Workshop by Green Office

1:00–2:30 p.m.
Room to be announced...

Get to know the UHH Green Office!

Together, you’ll make seed bombs using regionally suitable seeds. While you’re at it, you’ll learn what the Green Office does, how you can get involved, and why the origin of the seeds matters. Stop by and join the conversation.

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Academic Challenges and Financial Aid. Workshop by Arbeiterkind

2:30–4:00 p.m.
Room to be announced...

To help you prepare for college, this workshop will cover common challenges, such as doubts and dropping out. It will also address financing your education, including BAföG, scholarships, part-time jobs, and more.

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Knallhart Pub Quiz

Starting at 5:00 p.m.
Café Knallhart

Get to know the university’s self-organized side. Café Knallhart is an autonomous café that was occupied 40 years ago. It serves not only as a café but also as a venue for political talks, parties, foosball tournaments, bar nights, and much more. Come to the pub quiz to enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and affordable drinks while tackling a wild mix of questions about Hamburg, campus myths, and a bit of subculture.

Come alone or as a group—you’ll need to register again on-site by 5:30 PM.

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Friday, October 02

Freshman Party at Paranoia & Stube

Starting at 8:00 p.m.
Freiraum Paranoia & Stube

At Freiraum Paranoia & Stube, right on campus, Welcome Week wraps up with a bang! Bring your friends, belt it out at the karaoke mic, or just dance the night away. Let the semester begin!

The entrance to Paranoia is down a flight of stairs and located at the back of the Education Building. You can find it from Allende-Platz.

Stube is also located on Allende-Platz, next to the entrance to the Social Sciences Library.

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WELCOME WEEK, September 28–October 2, 2026Welcome to the University of Hamburg!

The following events will take place from Monday, September 28, through Friday, October 2, 2026:

Monday, September 28

Welcome and Speed Meet-and-Greet

Campus & Stabi Tour

Tuesday, September 29

Wall of Expectations

Introducing the AStA. Who are they?

Speedrun: Counseling Services

Education Instead of Bombs. IJV Workshop

Why Always the Middle East? DIDF Youth Workshop

Pizza and Flunkyball Tournament

Wednesday, September 30

Tenants’ Rights. Workshop hosted by the Tenants’ Association

Women & Their (Invisible) History. Workshop by HINARA e. V.

Hamburg Rally

Bar Night

Thursday, October 01

Welcome and Speed-Meet-And-Greet II

Seedbombing. Workshop by Green Office

Academic Challenges and Financial Aid. Workshop by Arbeiterkind

Knallhart Pub Quiz

Friday, October 02

Freshman Party at Paranoia & Stube

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