English: ESG Gießen

Welcome to our Protestant University Chaplaincy!

We are a community that is open for all people regardless their looks, financial background, faith, doubts, sexual orientation or gender. We share our perspectives, spirituality, fun and thoughts. We also have a coworking space where different people meet and study. We often cook together und have social events - maybe you are interested in getting to know us?

If you are an international student and need counselling and help with financial issues, you can also find support here.

Even though our Website is not fully translated into English, most people in the ESG do speak English!

Here's a little overview about the most important facts and contacts.

Here you can find counselling and access to financial assistance

International students in Germany sometimes find themselves in difficult situations, as it is not easy to navigate a foreign culture. Open and trusting conversations can help them find their bearings. Mahnaz Ajdadi would be happy to meet with you in person to work together to explore options and find solutions. To schedule an appointment, please send her an email: mahnaz.ajdadi(at)ekhn.de

The ESG also provides financial assistance to students from the Global South to the extent possible.

Financial aid provided by the Protestant Church and the State of Hesse may be arranged in individual cases for students who…

have fallen into financial hardship through no fault of their own during critical phases of their studies
are studying at THM or JLU
hold a student visa (§16) or are refugees
are performing well in their studies
are no older than 30 years of age at the start of their studies
come from Africa, Asia, Latin America, or Southeast Europe (DAC list)
participate in international events organized by the ESG and seminars offered by Stube Hessen.

If you find yourself in a financial emergency through no fault of your own during a critical phase of your studies and need assistance, please send an email with the following information and documents (PDF files) to mahnaz.ajdadi(at)ekhn.de

1. First name, last name, address, email address, phone number, degree program
2. Resume
3. Passport and residence permit/provisional residence permit
4. Current certificate of enrollment
5. Academic transcripts (transcript of records, bachelor’s degree certificate)
6. Bank statements for all bank accounts covering the last 6 months
7. Outstanding bills (rental agreement, health insurance)

VERY IMPORTANT: Your application can only be processed if all required documents have been submitted in full!

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Further institutions offering advice and support:

A House full of Possibilities - wich one suits you?

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Want to know what social events are happening at the ESG? Then follow our news blog in English —scan the QR code to join the WhatsApp group and get the latest updates sent directly to your phone every week.

What can you expect?
Events without specific content - perfect to get to know some people: Every Thursday during the semester, starting at 8 a.m., there’s the ESG breakfast with rolls, jam, and friendly people.
Every 14 days, the ESG Evening takes place—an evening full of possibilities. You decide what you’re in the mood for: chatting, playing chess, doing puzzles, cooking, or playing the piano?

Need some peace and quiet and a place to study? Come to our coworking space, Denkwerkstatt. Every week, two dates are announced in the WhatsApp group—anyone who has the time and feels like it is welcome to stop by. Coffee and cookies, Wi-Fi, and extension cords are always available.

Are you looking for a community where faith is shared? Every Thursday morning during the semester, starting at 7:07 a.m., we hold our morning devotional, the “Powerbank.”
Once a month, there’s a Taizé prayer service, and on another occasion, a Bible discussion.

Are you into sports? Join our running group!

You need someone to talk to about emotional problems? Just contact our pastor Anne, she will find time for you.