This winter semester, the mini events organised by the Spinnerei once again showed how valuable small breaks from everyday university life can be. Each event had its own distinct character and brought together students from different degree programmes, sometimes lively and full of energy, sometimes cosy and relaxed. Below is a detailed look back.

16 September: Games Evening

The games evening at the start of the semester was a great success and attracted around 40 students. From classic board games to fast paced party games, there was something for everyone. The groups quickly mixed, new friendships emerged and even spontaneous mini tournaments were created. Many took the opportunity to reconnect after the summer break or to get to know new faces. The atmosphere was cheerful, with laughter coming from every corner, an ideal start to an active semester.

14 October: Beerpong Tournament

The beerpong evening in October brought significantly more movement and competitive spirit into the mix. Around 30 participants competed against each other in teams and it quickly became clear that ambition had been sparked. There was cheering, debating and celebrating, always with a good dose of humour. Some participants demonstrated impressive throwing techniques, while others focused on creative team names and provided additional entertainment. The evening offered a successful combination of sporting competition and social togetherness.

28 October: Halloween Watch Party

The Halloween watch party at the end of October provided a pleasant contrast to the previous louder events. With a small and cosy group of eight people, the room almost felt like a living room. Blankets, snacks and comfortable cushions created a particularly homely atmosphere. The group chose the film together, which helped to establish a sense of familiarity from the very beginning. The watch party showed that smaller events can also have a big impact, especially when the aim is to switch off together and enjoy a relaxed evening.

18 November: Waffles and Punch

With the event Waffles and Punch, the pre Christmas atmosphere finally arrived in mid November. The 24 participants were immediately greeted by the warm smell of freshly baked waffles. While the punch steamed and created the perfect winter mood, small groups formed where people chatted and laughed animatedly. Some even helped with baking the waffles, giving the evening an almost family like atmosphere. For many, this was the most enjoyable and cosiest date in the series, a perfect transition into the cold season.

The mini events of the winter semester 2025 once again proved how important such encounters are for cohesion within the student body. Whether loud or quiet, large or small, each event made its own contribution to a vibrant campus life. At this point, a heartfelt thank you also goes to Hanna, who organised all the mini events so wonderfully. We are already looking forward to spending many more great evenings together next semester.