25 years of international networking – The IUZ celebrates its anniversary
In its anniversary year 2026, the Alexander von Humboldt International University Center (IUZ) will look back on 25 years of dedicated international work at TU Bergakademie Freiberg. As a central institution of TUBAF, the IUZ combines the International Office and the Languages Department under one roof – and has stood for openness, exchange, and global cooperation for a quarter of a century.
At TU Bergakademie Freiberg, we live and breathe internationality every day and value the diversity of intercultural experiences. The IUZ is the gateway to a world of opportunities: for students seeking international education or planning to study abroad, for researchers who want to network globally, and for institutions interested in collaborative partnerships.
For 25 years – and into the future.
Contact
Alexander von Humboldt International University Center (IUZ)
International Office: Akademiestraße 6
IUZ – Languages: Prüferstraße 2
09599 Freiberg
international [at] tu-freiberg [dot] de (international[at]tu-freiberg[dot]de)
Photo competition „Internationlly Out and About“
Who can take part? – Students, doctoral candidates and employees of TUBAF as well as interested residents of Freiberg
What do you have to do? – Submit up to three photos on the theme of international travels (people, encounters, studies, excursions, holidays, celebrations, landscapes, culture etc.).
The best pictures will receive prizes and be exhibited at the IUZ anniversary event in November 2026. Later, they will decorate the classrooms of the IUZ/Languages.
File format and file size – You can submit up to three photos in JPG format. The longest side of your photo should be at least 2,500 pixels long or wide. The maximum file size is 10 megabytes.
The deadline for submissions is 31 August 2026.
Follow this link to see the detailed conditions of participation.
To the participation form
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Overview of events in the anniversary year
In its anniversary year 2026, the Alexander von Humboldt International University Center will celebrate its 25th anniversary with numerous events and activities throughout the year that focus on internationality, exchange, and encounters.
First quarter
- The anniversary year kicks off on January 15 with the event “Welcome back – Stories from abroad” which invites participants to share their international experiences. The IUZ is organising this event in cooperation with AKAS.
- In February, an anniversary meeting with former IUZ employees will take place on February 26, providing an opportunity for reminiscences and reunions.
- In March, a new T-course begins at the preparatory college on March 23, further underscoring TUBAF's international orientation.
Second quarter
- In April, a didactic workshop on language training for teachers in the IUZ/Languages department is scheduled for April 1.
- In May, a cinema event in cooparation with "AG Kino" invites everyone to enjoy a cultural experience together, before Campus Day takes place on May 30 with international participation.
- In June, the IUZ will take part in Science Night on June 12 and will be part of the University Sports Olympics on June 16.
Third quarter
- In July, everyone will celebrate together at a barbecue under the sun sail, complemented by a Mongolian concert in the run-up to the traditional Naadam festival in cooparatio with AKAS.
- In August, the deadline for submissions to the photo competition, which highlights international perspectives, is August 31.
- In September, two events will be held in the spirit of community and commitment: the Nepal Run and a team day.
Fourth quarter
- On October 23, the International Party will take place in cooperation with AKAS, providing an opportunity for people to meet and engage in cultural exchange in a festive atmosphere.
- The anniversary year will reach its climax in November with the main celebration on November 3 and the alumni ball on November 7 under the motto “Ball International”.
We look forward to meeting you!
