{"id":39934,"date":"2024-08-06T11:32:50","date_gmt":"2024-08-06T09:32:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grin.com\/magazin\/better-together-how-to-build-a-network-at-university\/"},"modified":"2026-04-08T08:59:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T06:59:34","slug":"build-a-network-at-university","status":"publish","type":"magazin-studierende","link":"https:\/\/www.grin.com\/en\/magazin\/tips-for-everyday-life-as-a-student\/build-a-network-at-university\/","title":{"rendered":"Better Together: How to Build a Network at University"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"39934\" class=\"elementor elementor-39934 elementor-39853\" data-elementor-post-type=\"magazin-studierende\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-20644a2 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"20644a2\" data-element_type=\"section\" 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target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by GRIN Verlag (@grin_verlag)<\/a><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-0aa6e9e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"0aa6e9e\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-8791ed0\" data-id=\"8791ed0\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c0b6dc2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c0b6dc2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Introductory Events and Orientation Weeks<\/h2>\n<p>The first few weeks at university are probably the easiest time to meet new people. Many universities offer introductory events and orientation weeks that are specially designed to connect new students with each other. At introductory events, you will not only get to know your fellow students but you will also receive important information about the university and your field of study. Orientation weeks offer a variety of activities such as campus tours, workshops, and social events where you can easily make new friends.   <\/p>\n<h2>Student Organizations and Associations<\/h2>\n<p>Helping hands are always welcome in the student council and committees. They enable you to actively shape university life and learn skills that look good on your CV. Other associations and groups offer the opportunity for joint leisure activities or study sessions.  <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Student councils and study groups <\/strong>consist of students from your department and offer academic support as well as social activities.<\/li>\n<li>From <strong>sports clubs to theatre groups to political organisations<\/strong> \u2013 the variety of hobby and interest groups is vast. Find a group that matches your interests. <\/li>\n<li>If you notice that you lack motivation or discipline, a <strong>study group <\/strong>can be a good solution for you. At the same time you will also get to know your fellow students in a more intimate setting than in class. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Career-related organizations<\/strong> offer you the opportunity to build professional networks and make important contacts that can help you plan your career.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Participation in Events and Workshops<\/h2>\n<p>In order to prepare you for professional life and make professionally relevant contacts, universities offer a variety of events and workshops that are not only instructive but also offer the opportunity to get to know like-minded people.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>At career fairs and job fairs, you will have the opportunity t<\/strong>o make contacts in the world of work and to get to know potential employers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Guest lectures and seminars <\/strong>create a good setting to meet experts in your field and exchange ideas with other interested students.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Workshops and trainings<\/strong> teach you practical skills and a chance to work together intensively in small groups, getting to know your team members more closely. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Social Networking via Online Platforms<\/h2>\n<p>In the digital age, social networks and online platforms also offer many opportunities to connect on a professional level. <strong>LinkedIn and Xing <\/strong>are specifically geared towards professional networks and allow you to connect with fellow students, alumni and professionals. Many universities and degree programs have their own <strong>Facebook groups and forums<\/strong> where you can exchange ideas and network. Some of your courses might even offer forums and discussion groups on <strong>e-learning platforms<\/strong> where you can connect with other students.  <\/p>\n<h2>Projects and Research<\/h2>\n<p>Your involvement in projects and research groups can not only provide you with academic advantages but also create valuable networks. Work with lecturers and fellow students on <strong>research projects<\/strong> and establish contacts with experts in your field. Get involved in projects organized by students. These often offer close cooperation and the opportunity to make new friends.   <\/p>\n<h2>International Programs and Exchange Opportunities<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Erasmus and other exchange programmes<\/strong> offer you the opportunity to build a network across national borders. You will spend a semester or year abroad and get to know students from all over the world. <strong>International Offices <\/strong>offer numerous events and support services for international students that can help you make new contacts. <\/p>\n<h2>Volunteering and Social Commitment<\/h2>\n<p>Volunteering and social commitment also offer you an opportunity to meet new people. And you are doing something good at the same time. <strong>Volunteer centers <\/strong>coordinate volunteer work in your city. Get involved in a wide variety of social projects and meet other committed students. Educational<strong>initiatives <\/strong>also offer social engagement programs that can help you expand your network.   <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-bb6e47c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"bb6e47c\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-478b367\" data-id=\"478b367\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6b84fba elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6b84fba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n<p><strong>Don\u2019ts<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t be impatient:<\/strong> Building a network takes time. Above all, stable interpersonal relationships do not develop overnight. Don&#8217;t expect too much too quickly and take it easy.  <\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t overdo it:<\/strong> Student council, volunteer project, student group and workshops at the same time? Don&#8217;t take on too much. Try the different options one by one and manage your time and resources accordingly.  <\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t obsess over failures!<\/strong> The Facebook group is annoying and the study group can&#8217;t seem to set up a meeting? Don&#8217;t worry, it doesn&#8217;t always have to fit right away. Just keep trying out things and don&#8217;t give up!  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-45cc690 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"45cc690\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b2da185\" data-id=\"b2da185\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a5e4bb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2a5e4bb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Networking and socializing at university is not only important for your studies, but also for your personal and professional development. Take advantage of the numerous opportunities that your university offers to meet new people and establish valuable networks. Whether through student organizations, events, social networks or volunteer work &#8211; the possibilities are diverse and offer you the chance to enrich your studies and create valuable connections for the future.  <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-40a7195 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"40a7195\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-60810a1\" data-id=\"60810a1\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div 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