Knox German Studies Students Win Scholarships to Learn Abroad
With the success of this year's applications, Heidt is excited to see what the award winners will take away from their experiences.
German
At Knox, German grammar turns into real conversations… and global friendships and experiences are cultivated outside the classroom.
Course Spotlight
Our program has been completely redesigned, with new courses that explore everything from fairy tales and film to environmental studies, contemporary politics, and economics. Here are a few courses that show what that looks like in practice.
- GERM 151 German History on Film
- GERM 202 Young Rebels
- GERM 203 The Environment in the German Imagination
- GERM 211 German Traditions and Everyday Culture
- GERM 312 Migration and Immigration in Germany
Our study abroad options are as diverse as our on-campus classes.
Study European cultures and society in Flensburg. Dive deep into political science and international relations in Berlin. Hone your musical practice in Vienna. Get your hands dirty in the Black Forest through our Freiburg program. Or work with us to find a study-abroad experience that matches your interests and goals.
We also partner with the Europa-University of Flensburg in Germany for a student exchange program. Each year, Flensburg students study here at Knox, giving you the chance to meet German students on campus. When it’s your turn to go to Germany, you’ll already know people there.
Resources
The Burkhardt Language Center
The Dorothy Johnson '39 and Richard Burkhardt '39 Language Center includes a projection-equipped classroom space located in the heart of George Davis Hall. The Center contains an instructor station, 24 advanced computer workstations, and professional photo-flatbed scanning capabilities. The Language Center also houses two workgroup rooms equipped with individual computer workstations for small group sessions or individual privacy.
German Table
Each week, students and faculty gather in the Oak Room to practice conversational German skills over lunch. Often, German exchange students from the European University of Flensburg will join us, giving you a chance to make connections abroad.
Seymour Library
The library's collection of literature and films of the German-speaking countries, as well as scholarly writings, is constantly being updated.
German News
Knox Opens Arms to German Exchange Students
Two exchange students from the European University of Flensburg, Germany, are on a study abroad program and are sharing their experiences with the Knox College community.
Nicole D'Alterio '20 Gains Hands-on Experience Student Teaching Internationally
She arrived at Knox with plans to teach in other countries, and she worked with Knox faculty to find a student teaching opportunity in Germany.
Kaitlyn Pierce ’23 named Fulbright Semifinalist
Pierce's project proposal underscores their deep commitment to addressing the pressing challenges of climate change.
Major or Minor in German
German FAQs
We have several! Knox offers great programs in small university towns and large cities. Programs have a wide range of focuses, from intensive German language and cultural study to music, environmental studies, political science, business and more. We have program offerings in Berlin, Flensburg, Freiburg and Vienna. Students can also work with faculty to find other opportunities that suit their interests better.
Our goal is to teach you the culture through the language from day one; none of our classes are driven by dry grammar drills. We’ve selected an award-winning (and free) online platform for our beginning German sequence that aligns with these goals. Once students land in intermediate and advanced courses, they continue exploring all the facets of German-speaking cultures through a variety of texts and projects.
Germany is the world’s third largest economy. German speakers are in demand in the US for a variety of industries for that reason. Our graduates do all kinds of great work in arts fundraising, chemical labs, naturopathic medicine, insurance, nature conservancy, and more. They credit their German study with teaching them about other cultures, varied perspectives, better communication, and key skills they bring to their work every day.
Is Knox for you?
Contact us to find out more about our comprehensive majors, minors, and programs.
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