The 11th edition of the Greifswald International Student Festival will take place from 17 to 21 June 2026 under the motto ‘Shaping Spaces – Creating Communities’. Under this motto, we want to discuss the importance of so-called third spaces, i.e. spaces outside the work and home environment, for shaping communities, exchanging ideas and creating a healthy society. Our goal is to encourage participants to get actively involved and engage in the exchange of ideas and mutual inspiration in order to shape and support their respective local communities. During the five-day programme, intercultural dialogue, group work, lectures and other cultural events will motivate participants to discuss the conference theme from different perspectives in various workshops.
The application period for participants begins on January 2026 and ends on 22 February 2026. The application form will be available here.
Become a participant!
Are you an international student or studying in Greifswald and interested in international exchange? Then apply to participate in GrIStuF 2026.
What you should bring:
- You should currently be enrolled at a university.
- You should have a good level of English.
- You should be passionate and interested in the topics discussed during the festival.
- You should be enthusiastic about using your skills to make a positive impact on your community.
What you'll get:
- International exposure and the opportunity to network and exchange ideas with students from different backgrounds and like-minded people.
- Specialist lectures on relevant topics.
- Accommodation, meals and transport within Greifswald will be provided by the organisation.
- The conference documents.
- A certificate of participation.
Become a host/hostess!
Would you like to meet international students and do you have some space available in your home? Then apply to be a host/hostess and welcome festival participants into your home.
What you should bring:
- An interest in intercultural exchange
- Sociability
- A spare sofa or a spare room (in a shared flat)
What you'll get:
- An exciting flatmate for the duration of the festival
- Exciting conversations
- In the best case, lasting contacts around the world
Further information about hosting will be published here in the near future.
Become a volunteer (helper)!
During the festival, we organise many cultural events: Open Spaces, the Running Dinner including AfterParty, and the Fête de la Musique. We always need helping hands to set up and take down the events, work behind the bar, and generally lend a hand. Would you like to run our bar or give free rein to your decorative flair? Then get in touch with us at info[at]gristuf[dot]org and become a helper!
What you should bring:
- A willingness to lend a hand
- For bar work: a valid Hygieneausweis (hygiene certificate)!
What you'll get:
- A behind-the-scenes look at the largest international student festival in Greifswald
- Team discount at the bar and buffet
Helping hands are also welcome during the planning and longer-term preparation. Feel free to drop by the STRAZE on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. or contact us at info[at]gristuf[dot]org.
