Here finally comes the Berlin spring: birds chirping, people having their lunches outside, cherry trees blooming in full mode, and the first application deadlines approaching! Only two weeks left to apply for our partial scholarships, and only four weeks to book our all-time favorite Writing Ashram and the new coming Time-Based Arts workshop.

In this newsletter:

• Interview with graphic designer Björn Kremer
• Don’t Miss Out: BSUA Scholarships
• Registration Deadlines: An Approach to Situational Time-Based Arts
• Registration Deadlines: Writing Ashram for PHDs and Post-Docs
• KlangKunstBühne 2019: Details

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Dear students, as you know, the Berlin Summer University 2019 programme is out and we already started receiving first applications which makes us truly happy! We also know that many of you are looking forward to participating in our workshops and for that we have some inspiring news!

In this newsletter:

• Berlin Summer University of the Arts Scholarships
• Wearables and Machine Learning: Free Participation for Students

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Winter has only started but we’ve already been making plans for the summer! Join us for the Berlin Summer University of the Arts and get ready to EXPLORE, EXPRESS, and EXCHANGE.

Topics:

• Workshop announcements and suggestions

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The last course at the Berlin Summer University of the Arts is over. We have had another exciting
summer where our students have done more, learned more, become more and been the best that
they can be. We feel happy and energized to have hosted so many people with different backgrounds
from all over the world, and be part of this immense cultural, intellectual, and creative exchange.
Thank you for that!

Topics:

• Facts about BSUA 2018
• Programme 2019 – Announcement

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With sunny skies and temperatures up to 35 degree this week, it's clear why Berlin is the ideal destination for Summer fun. You can swim in the lakes, hike and bike the trails, head to the farmers markets and enjoy outdoor concerts. But while you're at it, it's also a great chance to catch up on your classes, knock out some requirements and get ahead in school or your career! We are here to inspire you for the upcoming exciting workshops that are going to take place at the Berlin Summer University of the Arts the following months.

Topics in this newsletter:

• Opera Audition Masterclasses with Prof. Cheryl Studer and Prof. Gerd Uecker
• IBA 87 Revisited – Postmodernism in Architecture
• Baglama Masterclass with Erdal Erzincan

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In case you couldn't tell from the warmth and endless sunshine, Summer is in full swing but don't worry – you haven't missed the train yet! You still have the opportunity to enroll in some of our classes! Here are four great courses that'll convince you to visit Berlin and make your stay in town worthwile.

Topics in this newsletter:

• Berghain & Beyond – A Critical Investigation of Berlin Techno
• Virtual Reality – How to Design Virtual Spatial Systems
• New Work Leadership
• The Black Sheep – A Performance Seminar
• KlangKunstBühne: Long duration Performances mit Nezaket Ekici

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The best part of Spring is when it ends and gives way to Summer, and there's no better time to be in Berlin than summertime. The best news though is that the Berlin Summer University of the Arts starts in just eight days! 

Topics in this newsletter:

• Self-Marketing and Visual Identity for Women Artists
• Workshop with Valérie Favre
• Berghain & Beyond – A Critical Investigation of Berlin Techno
• Aesthetic Transformation & Sources of Inspiration

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Winter is slowly drawing to an end and we hope you've been enjoying the weather with plenty of sun around to get us all up and active. Meanwhile, this is our first newsletter this year! Inside you'll find information on our new workshops especially for women artists, an interview with our poster designer Kristin Krause and opportunities to finacially support your education. 

Topics in this newsletter:

• Self-Marketing and Visual Identity for Women Artists
• Interview with our Poster Designer Kristin Krause
• Information on Financial support

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Our programme for Summer 2018 is now online and the registration for our workshops is open! We've got our all time classics like the painting workshop with Valérie Favre and our Opera Masterclasses but also a lot of new additions. Read all about it in our December Newsletter! 

Topics in this newsletter:

• Registration now open!
• New Perspectives: Fine Arts and Fashion Design 
• Network Meeting of Cultural Management Alumni

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The Berlin Summer University of the Arts 2017 has started and some of our courses are already over but they're still a few you can apply for. Also we're happy to announce the Education Grant "Bildungsprämie". Read all about it in our July Newsletter! 

Topics in this newsletter:

• Arts Management and Exhibition Design
• Writing Workshops in September
• Upcoming Deadlines
• Education Grant – "Bildungsprämie"

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Only one week left until the start of the Berlin Summer University of the Arts 2017!

Some of our registrations are already closed but in our latest newsletter we’re guiding you through some of our highlights in Music, Fine Arts and Design for which you can still apply. 

Topics in this newsletter:

• Courses on contemporary Music & Sound
• Upcoming Deadlines
• Highlight: Storytelling
• Discounts for Multiple Booking & Almuni

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Wow - Spring is here and thus Summer not far away!

Start planning your trip to Berlin where not only our workshops offer a multitude of inspiration but also the famous flourishing creative art scene of the city. 

Topics in this Newsletter:

• Application for Scholarships
• New Design Courses 2017
• Highlight: Fine Arts

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The Summer is long gone but the programme for the Summer University of the Arts 2017 is finally here! We got a lot of new exciting courses, especially in the fields of Fine Arts and Design. Starting today you can register for our Workshops.

Like every year we also got a newly designed Flyer. Have a look at the Video Interview with our Graphic Designer, David Gobber, to learn about his process for this year's Design. 

Topics in this Newsletter: 

• Transitions – Drawing and Space
• EGO – Visual Identity for Artists 
• Meet the Designer of the 2017 Flyer: David Gobber

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Summer is here and the first workshops have already begun. Numerous international designers, musicians and storytellers have visited us already because we started our programme a bit earlier this year. Many more are on their way to the Summer University to socialise to experience the diverse offerings. Our workshops take place until October and of course it is still possible to register for some of them. Whoever wants to enrich their summer with artistic and creative training is welcome at the Summer University of the Arts!

Topics in this Newsletter: 

• Opera Singing Masterclasses
• Highlight: Performing Arts
• Writing at the Berlin Summer University of the Arts

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Almost hard to believe but true – summer ist just around the corner. The registration period ends soon for some of our courses and many of them are almost full. Don't hesitate and combine your visit to Berlin with a broadening experience.

Topics in this Newsletter: 

• Upcoming Deadlines
• Highlight: Design
• Highlight: Dual City Summer Course – London / Berlin

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Spring is here! It is about time to make plans for the summer. A trip to Berlin is definitely worthwhile and one of our workshops can be a starting point for new perspectives and at the same time expand one's international network and be an inspiration for creative, aristic dialogue.

Topics in this Newsletter: 

• Application for Scholarships 
• KlangKunstBühne spezial
• Highlight: Fine Arts

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The Summer University of the Arts’ programme is released: from now on you can register for our 26 workshops which take place between June, 6th and October, 7th. We are already looking forward to an exciting summer with many international guests!

Topics in this Newsletter: 

• Discounts for Alumni and Multiple Bookings
• New courses at the Summer University Berlin
• Highlight: Music

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With the leaves in front of our windows slowly withering, our last summer course ended last week, completing a great year with a great group of people. We sincerely thank all participants, lecturers and student tutors who made this eventful year possible. We tried to capture its essence in pictures and numbers which you can find in our newsletter. And while autumn is slowly sneaking up, we already work on a brand new program for next year. We hope to see one or two of you again!

Topics in this Newsletter:

• The Summer University in Numbers: All about 2015
• Let's MOOC – Building Strong Digital Brands
• Coming soon: Our new 2016 programme 

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We are so excited that our first courses have already started! But no worries, there are still some places left in our courses in late August and September.

• The True Colors of Exhibition Design
• Art and Money - Funding Strategies for Institutions, Initiatives and Artists
• Service Design I: Creating Business Modells based on User Centered Services
• Service Design Deep Dive: Facilitating Innovation with the Means of Service Design

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Summer’s in bloom in Berlin and we can’t wait for the workshops to start – only 8 weeks left until the first course begins! Registration for several courses is only possible for a few more days: Organists, entrepreneurs and PhD students should act now to secure a place in the workshops of their choice. Visit www.summer-university.udk-berlin.de to sign up!

Wow – only 13 weeks left until the beginning of our first workshop this year!
Berlin is waiting for you: Come and experience the famous flourishing and vibrant creative scene for yourself!

Topics in this Newsletter:

• Deadline Fine Arts: Valérie Favre and Robert Lucander
• Deadline Architecture: Floating Architecture
• New Course: Strategic Creativity
• Special: Writing-Workshop in May

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Time has flown since last summer! Winter is slowly drawing to an end and thus we’re very excited to present our new programme for the summer 2015. In addition to our new programme we’re also proud to present our new website! We hope you’ll like it. Excited? We are too!

Topics in this Newsletter:

• Design Thinking
• Famous Guests
• Course for PhD. students
• Scholarships

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Only two more weeks until the Summer University of the Arts! We’re very excited about the great mixture of musicians, singers, designers, artists and entrepreneurs who are joining us from around the world: Canada, Brasil, Argentina, USA, China, Japan, Sweden, Norway, UK, Hungary, Switzerland, the list goes on and on! 

Topics in this Newsletter:

• Registration Deadlines Approaching!
• Final Presentations: Come by and check them out!
• Close-Up: Our Instructors
• Alumni Discount 

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Spring has begun and the leaves are already returning to the trees – it looks like its going to be a great summer. Courses start in just 14 weeks!

Topics in this Newsletter:

• Scholarships for the Summer University
• Lights, Camera, Action! Instructors Discuss their Courses
• Registration Deadline – April 30th for Workshop with Favre and Lucander
• Alumni Discount

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Release of the Summer University’s Course Programme 2014
Professionals and Young Professionals! Check out our exciting programme for 2014!

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