What does studying really feel like - not just in theory, but in practice in everyday life? And is the social, nursing and educational field also something for boys*? This is exactly what we at "ASH goes to school"on April 23, 2026: to provide a realistic insight into SAGE studies and at the same time create space for questions, discussions and initial experiences.
After a welcome and a brief round of introductions, Boys' Day began with a visit to seminars. Beforehand, the young people had the opportunity to choose the seminar or lecture that suited them best from a range of courses. This allowed them to get to know different subject areas and experience first-hand how courses are run at ASH Berlin.
"I'm here because I'm interested in my future."
"See what a university looks like from the inside"
"I had the question: How does a seminar work? That was answered."
The seminars were followed by lunch together in the canteen. This was followed by a short workshop in the writing workshop and then the campus tour began. The students were given a comprehensive overview of the various buildings, seminar rooms and meeting places on campus. We also introduced them to our special features such as Café Freiraum, the self-study areas in the new building, the music room and the learning workshops for aesthetic education and natural sciences. We also spent a lot of time in the teaching workshops and they were allowed to touch and try out everything.
"Aesthetic education - is that art?"
Over the course of the day, it became clear how diverse the interests of the 25 participating boys* were - and at the same time how curiosity about SAGE topics can be aroused when space is created for cliché-free insights. Many took the opportunity to ask questions, gather impressions and get actively involved. The open atmosphere, the opportunity to help shape the event and the direct proximity to practical experience were particularly praised. The day was rounded off with a feedback and Q&A session.
"The system is more relaxed and the level of communication is different"
"Student life is more open..."
Boys' Day at our university was therefore not just an information event, but a real encounter with everyday student life. We are very pleased with the interest shown by the young people and hope that the day will help them with their future careers.
In an anonymous survey at the end of Boys' Day, seven boys* were able to imagine studying at ASH Berlin (three answered "yes", four "maybe"). Maybe we'll see one* or two* again soon as students...
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The Boys' Day was organized and carried out by Hale Grops and Lilli Verscht (student employees of "ASH macht Schule") and Britta Machoy (university communication/project management of "ASH macht Schule"). We would like to thank all other participants from ASH Berlin.
