A semester abroad, new friendships, and experiences that last a lifetime: Every year, the Erasmus program enables hundreds of KIT students to venture beyond national borders. One of them is architecture student Luis Schuster. He traveled to Rome by bike for his Erasmus semester and is now sharing his experiences as a KIT Erasmus ambassador in the #OneInOneMillion campaign.

Paraplegia, depression, diabetes, visual impairment — students with health-related challenges often depend on tailored advice and support. We took a closer look at the most important support services available at KIT and spoke with both students and advisors. 

Equal opportunity and acceptance are essential prerequisites for interaction on an equal footing in everyday student life. In cases where the General Equal Treatment Act is violated through discrimination, specialized contact points at KIT provide targeted advice and support. During Diversity Month in May, KIT also offers additional programs for students.

Helmholtz President Martin Keller visited KIT in March and had the opportunity to learn about ongoing research, speak with KIT’s early-career researchers and visit some of our unique infrastructure. In a common interview, he and KIT President Jan S. Hesthaven discussed upcoming priorities and KIT’s special role within the Helmholtz Association.

What do robotics, artificial intelligence, and battery research have in common? For Noah Geiger and Konrad Dittrich, the answer is curiosity, initiative, and the courage to pursue international opportunities. Both studied at KIT, both sought to think outside the box, and both ended up at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). This was not by coincidence, but through intentional decisions.