Career development HIGH graduates set the course for the future
In September 2024, eight recent graduates of the International Health Master's degree programme came together for a three-day retreat to set the course for their future through group discussions, coaching sessions and intensive self-reflection. The event was financed by the Andreas Ruppel Fund, which supports students and early career researchers at the Institute for Global Health (HIGH) at Heidelberg University.
Attending the career retreat following my completion of the International Health Master's Program couldn't have come at a better time. This experience not only minimized my confusion but also honed my focus on one direction. The invaluable insights acquired have equipped me to chart a clear path for my future. Engaging with experts and alumni has provided essential guidance, enhancing my preparedness for opportunities post-graduation. Reflecting on my strengths and areas for growth, I now feel confident and determined to pursue my future goals.
Marwan
I am very grateful to Andreas Deckert for organizing this event and to the Andreas Ruppel Fund for sponsoring it. The retreat was an incredible opportunity to not only reflect on our professional paths but also to gain deeper insight into our personal lives, priorities, and goals. It helped clarify important decisions and provided clear direction on how to achieve our aspirations. For me, it felt like a group therapy session, where interacting with peers, sharing experiences, and feeling supported by everyone was truly transformative. Thank you again!
Sekine
The tranquil town of Bammental near Heidelberg provided the perfect setting for the intensive career workshop. Here, the graduates of the Heidelberg Institute for Global Health met under the direction of Dr Andreas Deckert to share their insights and experiences from the last few years of academic learning and to discuss goals for their professional and personal future. There was also an opportunity to meet with alumnae and alumni of the Institute and learn from their experiences in the field of international health.