New to Freiberg? Let us guide you!
The Buddy Program at the TU Bergakademie Freiberg is especially helpful for international students as it provides them with significant support during their initial days. The program connects new international students (mentees) with experienced TUBAF students (buddies). Our buddies offer guidance and assistance to international students in Freiberg during their initial days, assisting with various formalities.
The main objectives of the Buddy Program are:
- Pick-up from the train station in Freiberg, accompanying students to government offices, assistance with university-related formalities, introduction to the campus and the Silver City of Freiberg
- Fostering a sense of community and facilitating cultural exchange
- Establishing friendships and/or support networks before, during, and after studies
- Creating a deeper connection to the university and the local community
- Creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere
Your assigned Buddy...
- ... is a TUBAF student and volunteers (is not paid) in the Buddy Program to assist you with questions or concerns you may have.
- ... will be in touch with you after receipt of the successful match to provide an introduction and to give you his/her contact information. However, please note that our Buddys are also busy with their studies/thesis works.
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Information for new International Students (Mentees)
Information for TUBAF Students (Buddies)
Why become a Buddy?
Our TUBAF student Maria Rothe explains her reasons to join the program. Maria works as student assistant in the program and assists in coordinating the program.
Buddy Tasks
You play an important role as a buddy to new students during their early days. Your main responsibilities are to offer guidance, support and listen to any concerns or problems that new international students may have.
Your typical duties include
- helping them find suitable accommodation and assisting with enrollment,
- picking them up from Freiberg train station and accompanying them to their accommodation,
- being there for them during visits to the authorities, and
- organizing leisure activities.
The assistance can be tailored to suit each student's needs and depends on their level of engagement.
Confirmation of Participation
After active participation in the Buddy Program, you will get a comprehensive certificate of participation in case you withdraw from the program (upon request).
A simple confirmation of program participation is possible during the semester for which one has registered.
