Duke German Studies

Our next Filmabend takes us to multilingual Switzerland!
Join us for Bon Schuur Ticino (dir. Peter Luisi, 2023)— a sharp, funny comedy about language, identity, and national chaos.
📅 April 8, 2026
🕡 6:30pm
📍 Old Chem 119
Bis dann! 🍿✨

We are excited to invite you to a fun and energetic Multilingual Zumba session!
This free event combines music, movement, and language, featuring French, German, Italian, and Spanish. No prior experience is needed, just come ready to move and have a great time.
Event Details:
• Date: Tuesday, April 14
• Time: 5:30–6:30 PM
• Location: Languages 114 (West Campus)
• Instructor: María Williams
Please wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe tennis shoes.
Spots are limited, so be sure to RSVP using the QR code on the flyer.
This event is sponsored by the Department of German and Romance Studies.

Are you curious about studying languages? Join us for Multilingual Night, a fun and informal event designed especially for freshmen and sophomores!
Meet language instructors and fellow undergraduates, ask questions, and discover how language study can fit into your academic journey.

Event Details:
• Date: Friday, April 3, 2026
• Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
• Location: Languages Building 114

Come join the fun!

We’re excited to invite our students to a Language Awareness event hosted through Kulturpunkt, featuring games, activities, and prizes!

Check out the attached flyer for details. We hope to see you there!

Exciting News!

German Club’s first meeting is happening Friday, February 6th at 4:30 PM in the Old Chem Lobby!

We’ll be making Schultüte — those classic little paper cones filled with treats and candy 🍭.

✨ Everyone is welcome — no German knowledge required!

☕ Kaffeestunde is back!

We’re meeting Thursdays this month (Feb 6, 13, 20 & 27) from 1:00–2:00 p.m. in the Old Chemistry Building lobby.

Come grab a coffee, practice your German, and hang out — all are welcome! ☕✨

Thinking about studying abroad in Berlin? 🇩🇪

📌 DiB Summer 2026 deadline extended: Feb 15
📌 DiB Fall info session: Tomorrow (Tues, Feb 3) at noon, Brodhead 216

Questions? Email Andrea Larson at [email protected]

This is a reminder that a virtual information session for the Duke in Berlin Summer Program will take place tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, from 12:00–1:00 p.m.
The session will provide an overview of the program, academics, housing, and student life in Berlin, as well as time for questions.
We hope you can join us!

Join Us for Kaffeestunde: A German Conversation Hour
Kaffeestunde offers a welcoming space for students, faculty, and community members to engage in informal German conversation. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced speaker, come practice your skills in a relaxed and supportive environment.

The month of January we will meet on Wednesdays, from
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Old Chem. Lobby

ABSCHLUSSFEST!!

Come Enjoy pretzels, hot cider, cookies and more at our end of the semester event!