Professor Henning Trsek opened the event and guided the audience through the program. In their welcoming speeches, Mayor Markus Baier, Professor Dr. Uta Pottgiesser, Vice President for Communication and Internationalization, and Dean Professor Dr. Rainer Rasche emphasized the importance of international encounters, cultural diversity, and mutual appreciation. They stressed how important it is that young people from all over the world not only study in Lemgo, but also feel at home here
Community Manager Babourcarr Jarbo, himself a master's student in information technology and originally from Gambia, addressed the audience with words of motivation. Under the motto “Lemgo is what you make of it – it's all about happiness,” he emphasized that true happiness comes from pursuing your goals with commitment, passion, initiative, and a willingness to work hard.
Afterwards, Lemgo night watchman Werner Kuloge took the students on a short-guided tour of the historic old town, providing lively insights into its history.
With the Welcome Reception, the department wants to welcome its new students from all over the world, show them appreciation, and make it easier for them to start their studies and life in Lemgo.
Organizer and initiator Professor Dr. Jürgen Jasperneite praised the courage of the new arrivals and pointed out the necessary conditions: “I have the utmost respect for the students. Taking the big step at such a young age to leave their home countries and come to Germany alone from distant lands to study deserves our full recognition. In order for these young people to stay in Lemgo and get off to a successful start, we need more affordable housing and additional part-time jobs for our students.”
