Fulbright Scholar Eva Grohs Presents 'Bavaria'

Global Insights invites all faculty, staff and students to join the final spring program on April 15, beginning at 11:30 a.m., featuring Eva Grohs, Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) for German, who will present "Bavaria." The program will be hosted in the Rose Room, Brennan Hall rm. 509. Registration is required.

Grohs currently teaches three German courses for the University: Beginning German II, Contemporary German Narratives (a course focusing on German culture), and an Individual Study course about German literature and film.

Grohs offered a preview of her presentation.

Share some interesting aspects of Bavaria that you find unique to the state.

I think Bavaria is mostly known internationally for some world-famous celebrations like the Oktoberfest. But there is more to the state than just this, so I want to introduce the audience to some lesser-known, perhaps more localised, celebrations and traditions as well - there are some very interesting ones!

What is an activity you enjoy in Bavaria that you will discuss more in the presentation?

Exploring the landscapes and nature. You can go hiking, swimming, biking and much more in so many nice spots in the state.

What do you miss/enjoy most about being in Bavaria?

Bavaria is really well-connected with public transport, which means that you can get from Munich to the mountains and beautiful lakes or to many different cities in a matter of a few hours at most. I also do find myself longing for some of the food, especially the bakeries and baked goods. The bakeries have so much variety and a German pretzel is just different to the ones here.

What is your favorite location to visit?

There are many wonderful places to see, but I think one of my favorites is the Ammersee, shown below, a pretty big lake close to my hometown. It's a beautiful place to enjoy the sun in the summer and swim, to take in nature, to go on walks year round, or to just sit and relax with friends.

Briefly describe the people and culture. What values or traditions help to shape both?

I think people from Bavaria can be described as very friendly and diverse. Regional identity and tradition shape daily life. It is also a place that I find to be welcoming and open to new things and people.

Join Eva Grohs for the free luncheon getaway and cultural tour of Bavaria on April 15. Cultural cuisine will be offered.

Register for Global Insights Bavaria.

This program is sponsored by The Office of Global Education, and co-hosted with the Office of Institutional Compliance and Title IX, the Cultural Centers and Office of Residence Life.

For more information, please contact [email protected] or 570-941-4841.