The study of German at Colorado College does not end in the classroom. Our students are an integral part of extracurricular and departmental activities.  Over the years, many have gone on to great things but have remained loyal alumni.  Many should be mentioned, but two are singled out here for special mention.

Robert Durff majored in German (class of 2000), participated in a number of memorable German theater productions, studied at the University of Regensburg on a scholarship and became a promising young scholar and Fulbright Fellow in Austria.  His indefatigable work can still be seen in the department web page which he maintained with creative energy.

Sylke Merbold came to CC as an exchange student from the University of Regensburg and Head Resident of the German House. She may have spent only a year here but can be considered an alumna for all of her contributions. Her continuing association with our department can be seen still in this web page, especially in the design of the links page.

The Max Kade House is the German Department's own language theme house on the CC campus. Designed as a full-time residence for 17 students, the German House provides a fantastic atmosphere in which to live and learn. It is also the base for the many extra-curricular German events such as lectures, musical events, Christmas, Fasching and Oktoberfest parties and especially the Kaffeklatsch every Wednesday  15:30 to 16:30 (except the last Wednesday of the block). Everyone interested in German language, culture and meeting interesting people is invited to come.
The German House is distinguished by its comfortable interior. During the summer of 1997, the German House underwent significant remodeling. 
In addition to general improvements and redecoration, a brand-new kitchen, dedicated billiards room, and easy access for the disabled were added.
The beautiful Benedictine garden & fish pond invite the students to relax and enjoy their beautiful surroundings.
Computer resources and an international satellite television system are located in the 'Garden House' next door.
If you have any questions about living in the German House,
click here to email Armin Wishard.