25 August 2025

Skills Sprint Week – August 2025

At Gisma University of Applied Sciences, Skills Sprint Week is all about innovation, career readiness, and personal growth. From hands-on hackathons and expert talks to wellness sessions and alumni insights, this week is packed with opportunities for students to sharpen their skills, explore new ideas, and connect with industry leaders.

Join us from 25 – 29 August 2025 for an exciting lineup of events designed to inspire, challenge, and prepare you for the future of work.

Monday, 25 August 2025

Townhall
Time: 13:00 – 15:00 | Location: Berlin (Rooms 4.65 & 4.64)
Kick off the week with an open forum for students, faculty, and staff to share updates, feedback, and ideas.

Ayurveda for Students – Wellness Webinar
Time: 15:00 – 17:00 | Location: Online
An Ayurveda-based wellness session designed for international students to boost focus, balance energy, and reduce stress naturally.

AI Cup
Time: 09:00 – 15:00 | Location: Berlin (Rooms B104, B119, B198c7, B144)
Watch Gisma students’ AI agents battle it out in a Gomoku showdown. Every move counts—who will claim the crown?

 Tuesday, 26 August 2025

LinkedIn Workshop
Time: 13:00 – 15:00 | Location: Berlin (Room 4.64)
Learn how to showcase your strengths, build your brand, and let recruiters come to you.

TAG Capital’s Hiring Hackathon – Solve, Showcase, Succeed
Time:10:00 – 16:00 | Location: Berlin (Room 4.17)
Design, code, and compete in a full-day hackathon where creativity meets career opportunities. Stand a chance to be scouted for internships and roles within TAG Capital.

Wednesday, 27 August 2025

Sustainable Futures: Small Steps, Big Impact
Time: 09:00 – 10:00 | Location: Online
Discover how lifestyle changes and entrepreneurial action can create meaningful sustainability impact, led by a B Corp-certified, zero-waste company.

Guest Lecture: Severin Bonnet – Sound Money, Bitcoin, and Why Altcoins Fall Short
Time: 13:00 – 14:00 | Location: Berlin (Rooms B116, M560, B119)
Dive into what defines sound money in the digital age and why Bitcoin is uniquely positioned to lead.

Guest Lecture: Yascha Rohani – How to Test & Validate Your Business Idea
Time: 14:00 – 15:00 | Location: Berlin (Rooms B116, M560, B119)
Learn efficient ways to test business ideas before going all-in. Save time, money, and frustration by validating early.

Thursday, 28 August 2025

Workshop: Cracking the Job Market in Germany
Time: 11:00 – 13:00 | Location: Potsdam (Room 6)
Equip yourself with practical insights and tools to succeed in the German job market.

Guest Talk: Start Something That Finishes – The Secret to Making Ideas Happen
Time: 15:00 – 16:00 | Location: Berlin (Rooms B119, B110, M501)
Learn how to bridge the gap between intention and action and develop the resilience to finish what matters.

TLGG Marketing Hackathon
Time: 16:00 – 19:00 | Location: Berlin (Room 4.65)
Hosted by TLGG, one of Berlin’s most creative agencies. Compete by presenting bold marketing campaign ideas for a chance to become Gisma’s next Club President, Vice President, or Treasurer. Certificates provided to all participants.

Friday, 29 August 2025

Workshop: What Type of Professional Are You Becoming?
Time: 14:00 – 15:00 | Location:  Berlin (Room 4.64)
Explore the pros and cons of becoming a founder, freelancer, or employee. Gain clarity on what fits your career style best.

Guest Talk: Chiedza Moguti – From Hustle to High-Growth: The Scale-Up Path
Time: 15:00 – 16:00 | Location: Online
With leadership experience in tech, Chiedza shares insights into scaling companies and navigating the challenges of growth.

Whether you want to strengthen your career toolkit, explore entrepreneurship, or connect with inspiring leaders, Skills Sprint Week August 2025 at Gisma offers something for everyone.

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