Extra-curricular activities

Dr. Ute Henning | Language Resource Center TU Darmstadt

This workshop is aimed at doctoral researchers working on dissertations or other complex writing projects. It explores how AI-based writing tools can support the writing process, from literature management to drafting and revising. Participants will learn how to break down writing into manageable steps, improve efficiency, and reflect on the benefits and limitations of using AI. The workshop includes trainer input, group work, individual exercises, and hands-on tool testing. An optional individual writing consultation with the SchreibCenter is also available.

Matthieu Kollig | GlobalPilots

This online course is designed for doctoral candidates in the early stages of their PhD and introduces key project management methods tailored to managing a dissertation project. Over four sessions, participants will learn how to define objectives, structure tasks, estimate timelines, and assess risks. The course aims to help participants gain a clear overview of their PhD project and manage it more effectively. It is held in English, limited to 12 participants, and requires a stable internet connection and proper technical equipment.

Dr. Julia Verse | Team Scientific Integrity, Berlin

This online course is designed for doctoral researchers in the early stages of their PhD and provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of good scientific practice. Participants will explore national and international guidelines, discuss cases of scientific misconduct, and learn how to handle challenging situations in research. Key topics include data management, authorship, publication ethics, and the role of mentoring. The course encourages active participation through case-based discussions and plenary sessions.

Oliver Delto | SchreibCenter at the Language Resource Center, TU Darmstadt

This two-day workshop takes a process-oriented approach to academic writing in English, guiding participants from developing a topic and outline to revising a polished draft. Through practical exercises, group work and individual coaching, participants will refine their writing strategies, improve clarity and structure, and learn techniques for revision and constructive feedback. The workshop focuses on applying methods directly to participants’ own projects and introduces useful resources for ongoing improvement.

What is next after your doctorate or postdoc phase? In the post-doctoral phase, there is often the challenge of making more fundamental career decisions, developing and implementing an individual strategy for your own career. In fact, as an academic, you have excellent opportunities to pursue a career path that suits you.

JGU's Human Resources Development would like to support you in developing and realising your own career strategy with an individual coaching offer. If you decide to take advantage of this offer, you will have the opportunity to focus and work on your individual counselling needs in up to 5 coaching sessions with an external career coach.

Dr. Matteo Garavoglia | impulsimpuls

This two-day online workshop explores leadership and supervision in academia, focusing on understanding team dynamics, adapting leadership strategies, and improving supervision skills. Participants learn to recognise intercultural factors, avoid common leadership pitfalls, and apply practical tools to enhance both daily collaboration and long-term productivity. The second day offers individual one-to-one sessions with the trainer, providing tailored feedback and guidance

Ric Oquita | impulspuls; Hannah Walz | Speech and language therapist

This two-day workshop focuses on using voice and body effectively to communicate with clarity, precision and confidence. Led by theatre professional Ric Oquita and speech therapist Hannah Walz, participants explore how vocal delivery and physical presence work together, improving breath, articulation, modulation and pacing while developing confident gestures, eye contact and use of space. Through individual coaching, group work and role-play, they practise adapting their presentation style to different situations such as academic talks, meetings, interviews and teaching.

Dr. Till Neunhöffer | Enter the Gap

This one-day workshop addresses challenging situations in life and how to handle them skillfully. Participants will explore key competencies such as managing their own state, understanding reality as a construct, listening as a powerful tool, and considering consequences before acting. Trainer input will be combined with demonstrations, partner practice on real-life issues, and brief theoretical impulses from communication, conflict resolution, and neuroscience.
Registration via email mpa@uni-maonz.de

In an increasingly interconnected world, academia brings together diverse cultures, beliefs, and perspectives. To collaborate effectively across borders and disciplines, scholars must develop cultural awareness and adaptability.

• Understanding and navigating the complexities of global academia
• Recognizing and managing culture shock
• Developing cultural intelligence for academic and professional success
• Embracing diversity and inclusion in research and teaching

In cooperation with TwentyOne Skills, GRADE offers 35+ asynchronous online courses. Each 3-month session starts in January, April, July, and October. Participants can register anytime and access the courses for three months on the TwentyOne Skills online platform.