August 30, 2024

Newsletter September 2024

Dear Friends,

Migration stories shape our modern societies, as individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds seek a sense of belonging. While cultural diversity is celebrated, new social boundaries are also forming. The Goethe-Institut’s hybrid “Longing/Belonging” festival showcases artistic works and social discussions from Germany and North America, exploring these themes. Be among the first to explore our brand-new Longing/Belonging website, featuring thought-provoking and exciting online and in-person events.
In September and October, we’re also celebrating 70 Years of German Film with a curated series of five films that capture the spirit of German cinema. Don’t miss out on these exciting events!

Best regards,
Klaus Krischok
Director Goethe-Institut Washington
Regional Director North America

Online

Sep-Nov | Gegenüber Festival | online and/or in-person events

LONGING / BELONGING

We are highlighting stories of migration and belonging through art and discussions from Germany and North America. Find all events on our new festival website. LONGING / BELONGING is a festival of GEGENÜBER – the online magazine of the Goethe-Institut in North America.

Delve into it

Cultural Programs

Sep-Oct | Film Screenings | Goethe-Institut Washington | in-person events

70 Years of German Cinema

Join us at the Goethe-Institut Washington this September and October for a special film series celebrating 70 years of German cinema abroad. This retrospective features a curated selection of five films. In September, we will screen Wim Wender's "Wings of Desire" (Sep 12), Tom Tykwer's "Run Lola Run" (Sep 19), and Michael Haneke's "The White Ribbon" (Sep 26).

German Courses and Exams

Goethe-Institut

Starting September 23 | Fall Term Courses | online

Enroll now and Save 10%!

This fall, take your German language skills to the next level with our fall term online courses! We are offering a 10% discount on German Online Live Group Course* enrollments until 09/02/2023 with the code SEPTNEW – plus, you can join one of our free trial classes before the term starts. Whether you are a beginner or advanced learner, our Online Live courses are designed to boost your confidence in speaking German. Fall in love with learning German this season and save your discount now!

* 10% Discount Code SEPTNEW valid until 09/02/2024 for bookings of German Online Live with Self-Study, Intensive German Online Live with Self-Study, German Online Live (Book-Based) and Relaxed German Online Live (Book-Based) only!

Goethe-Institut

Starting in October | German Language Clubs | online

Exciting new German Language Courses

The Online Language Course Team is thrilled to announce exciting updates for the German language fall term! In addition to our online group courses, we are introducing brand-new specialized offerings: the Online German Language Clubs! You will find Book Clubs and Online Video Clubs tailored to different language levels, as well as an Online Pro Club for advanced learners (C1/C2). Don’t miss out on our special Phonetic Workout (A1-C1). If you are signed up for an online group course starting in September, you will receive a 50% discount on all Club offerings.

Language Programs

@GAPP

September 24 | online

How to Know What to Know

Join us virtually on September 24 at 12 PM ET for a hybrid event exploring media literacy in the digital age. Featuring award-winning US journalist Michael Gargiulo, this session is open to the public and geared towards helping students of German in the U.S. navigate credible sources, understand the role of language and culture in media, and prepare for careers in international journalism. The event is part of the Kant essay workshop series which runs through October 3, 2024.

Participate

Montclair State University / Lirena Engelsbel

Celebrating an Impressive Language Journey

From the Netherlands to the U.S., Liréna's passion for languages and cultures shines through their work as a German teacher in New Jersey. With a foundation from the Goethe-Institut's SPARK for German, Summer Academy, and Idioma Program, and recent training at the Sommerakademie in Dresden, Liréna is making waves in education.
Discover how their multilingual journey and dedication to teaching are making a difference!

Read their story

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Director Klaus Krischok
1377 R St. NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20009, USA
Goethe-Institut Washington
Tel. +1 (202) 847 4701
Fax +1 (202) 847 4727
[email protected]