USA at 250 – Reflecting on Democracy and Current Debates
Info Session for Planned Student Project Exhibition
July 6, 12:00-13:00 00.212 (Philo II, ground floor) Jakob-Welder-Weg 20
Work on what moves you!
As part of our event series on the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we plan an exhibition of projects that explore current issues connected to U.S. democracy and society. Therefore, we are looking for student projects on these topics. Projects can include:
Posters about a research topic connected to U.S. democracy or the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence,
interactive displays for visitor engagement,
audio and video contributions,
creativewriting and art,
performances,
and more….
Find out more and join us for the info meeting:
July 6, 12:00-13:00 00.212 (Philo II, ground floor) Jakob-Welder-Weg 20
Für Bachelorstudierende der Geistes- und Sozialwissenschaften an deutschen Universitäten
Fulbright Sommerstudienprogramm in den USA: „Discover the USA” an der University of Maryland, College Park vom 21. August bis 19. September 2026
Während des vollfinanzierten vierwöchigen Programms besuchen die Teilnehmenden Kurse zu Geschichte, Politik und Gesellschaft der USA an der University of Maryland. Im Austausch mit US-Studierenden und Lehrenden erhalten sie Einblicke in die US-amerikanische Kultur und Campusleben. Ziel der verschiedenen Kursmodule ist es, handlungsorientierte Kompetenzen zu entwickeln, die beim Zusammenleben im interkulturellen und globalen Kontext direkt angewandt werden können.
Ausführliche Informationen zum Stipendienprogramm finden Sie auf unserer Webseite.
On Nov 13 the Obama Institute will hold an info session on its Direct Exchange programs. Please join us in room P 2 (Philosophicum) for more information about the exciting exchange opportunities!
Nov 13, 18:00-19:30 P 2 (Philosophicum)
Please find all details about the session on the flyer, which is available for download here and on the Exchange page, where you can also browse general information on the programs in order to get a headstart on what your options are and what an application would entail.
Looking forward to talking to you in person on Nov 13, when we will be happy to answer all your questions!
Join us for an info session about the new American Studies M.A. curriculum!
Starting in the winter semester of 2025/26, the American Studies M.A. program at JGU will launch a newly accredited curriculum.
The updated program offers greater flexibility: You can now choose to complete all 120 credits within American Studies, combine your studies with two modules from another discipline, or earn additional credits through certified programs.
Who can apply? Current Bachelor students majoring or minoring in American Studies, students enrolled in the Bachelor of Education program, as well as first-semester American Studies Master students who are considering switching to the new curriculum.
Want to learn more? Join our info session to get all the details.
INFO SESSION Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 18:00 P13 (Philosophicum)
The Obama Institute for Transnational American Studies proudly joins the American Studies Network as member institution. We are looking forward to participating in the network’s activities and encourage our students and faculty to keep an eye out for upcoming opportunities. Prof. Dr. Axel Schäfer was named as the Obama Institute’s representative to the ASN and will keep us connected to the other members.
On Nov 6 the Obama Institute will hold an info session on its Direct Exchange programs. Please join us in room P 2 (Philosophicum) for more information about the exciting exchange opportunities!
Nov 6, 18:15-19:45
P 2 (Philosophicum)
Please find all details about the session on the flyer, which is available for download here and on the Exchange page, where you can also browse general information on the programs in order to get a headstart on what your options are and what an application would entail.
Looking forward to talking to you in person on Nov 6, when we will be happy to answer all your questions!
