This is what it's all about
You're in the final stretch of your studies. What's next? Starting a career can be challenging for students. In today's ever-changing job market, it's important to build your network and strengthen your resources. KIT alumnae and alumni can help in many ways and continue their education at the same time. The "Alumni4Students" project innovatively brings together KIT students and alumni in various formats. During a weekend seminar, both groups learn personality-strengthening coaching approaches from positive psychology. They discover how to grow personally and develop according to their own values and goals, even in uncertain times. Students benefit greatly from this approach, finding the exchange with alumni on an equal footing very rewarding.
The project is already underway. Initial evaluations and feedback indicate above-average success. This success can be further increased if the training program is held at a conference venue outside the usual setting.
What we want to achieve
We want to hold a seminar for a mixed target group called "Unlocking Potential: Successfully Mastering Your Job Entry with Positive Psychology" for students and alumni outside the campus. A shared daily routine and the opportunity to spend evenings together are intended to intensify the exchange between all participants and pave the way for low-threshold mentoring. This creates an opportunity not only to learn cognitively, but also to connect with each other on a deeper level and be inspired by new experiences.
Further information
In a nutshell: The program's goals
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Testing and establishing innovative qualifications to prepare for and participate in a changing world of work
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Promoting personal development and motivation
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Promoting encounters and transferability in the transition from university to the workforce
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The program contributes to lifelong learning by bringing together target groups that were previously treated separately
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Contact with alumni in relevant fields
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Real insights into the working world
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A unique opportunity to gain experience and prepare for the working world
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Reflecting on and developing strengths, values, and goals
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Conference costs for networking seminars outside of KIT
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Increasing the success rate of continuing education programs
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Promoting exchange and networking among target groups
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Increasing the attractiveness and value of an innovative teaching project
Facts and figures
April 2023 to March 2027
KIT contribution:
€62,650 per year
Additional funding is required for conference costs:
€10,000 per year
This is a cooperation project between the House of Competence (HoC) and the Career Service & Alumni department. Lea Lahrsow is the project manager. Lea Lahrsow, Alumni Management
"The combination of theoretical input and practical exercises based on positive psychology helped me identify my strengths and apply them to my professional life. In particular, the interactive exchange with alumni provided me with a realistic understanding of professional activities and career opportunities, which was helpful in making my career choice.“
Desiree Sieber
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