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On the Passing of Jürgen Habermas The Power of the Argument

Few thinkers earn the highest respect both as master theorists and public intellectuals. But Jürgen Habermas was one of them. The renowned philosopher has died aged 96.

Jürgen Habermas Photo (detail): Johannes Simon; © picture alliance / SZ Photo

Among Friends

Under the motto “Among Friends – Unter Freunden,” the Goethe-Institut USA has launched a nationwide campaign to celebrate and strengthen transatlantic friendship. Our programs take place all over the country – not just in cities where you may already know “your” Goethe-Institut. No matter where you are: If you're interested in cultural exchange, have personal or professional ties to Germany, or simply want to discover something new, you’re warmly invited to join us.

Among Friends - Unter Freunden GI colors Logo © Goethe-Institut, Ricardo Roa © Goethe-Institut, Ricardo Roa

Your Experts for Learning German

April Courses Are Online!

Spring is on its way, and registration for our April Online Group Courses is now open.

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Spring Courses

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April 2026

The Goethe-Institut USA is Germany's offical cultural center with convenient and effective German online courses as well as internationally recognized language certificates.

As the international market leader for German courses, we bring you unparalleled expertise and a commitment to delivering top-notch language education.

online group, individual and business courses for all levels
professional and highly trained instructors
state-of-the-art, interactive, and fun teaching methods

eLibrary

The eLibrary is the virtual library of the Goethe-Institut. This free service allows you to borrow digital media, such as ebooks, audio and video files, and electronic newspapers and magazines.

eLibrary

In the Spotlight

Goethe on Demand

Free streaming!

The Goethe-Institut presents a carefully curated collection of German films, available to stream for free. Discover award-winning festival hits, exciting new voices in German cinema and legendary film classics – and find your own personal favourites. Sit back, make yourself comfortable and… action!

Current Music From Germany

Popcast #3/2026

Every month, Gegenüber dives into the freshest sounds emerging from Germany’s studios and clubs. In collaboration with Zündfunk, Bavarian Radio’s culture and music magazine, we spotlight the most exciting new music from off‑the‑radar bands. In March 2026 with Apparat, The Notwist and others. Tune in.

Popcast #3/2026 | 6Euro90 © Ben Otto Hoffmann © Ben Otto Hoffmann

Our recap in the Gegenüber magazine

Berlinale 2026

Comedies, thrillers, a love story, anime, a western, other genres: the competition at the 76th Berlinale presents cinema in all its beautiful diversity. Dive into the world of film and the Berlin Film Festival in our Gegenüber magazine.

Golden Bear for Best Film 2026: “Gelbe Briefe” (Yellow Letters) – the director İlker Çatak (middle) with the film team Photo (detail): © Dirk Michael Deckbar /Berlinale 2026 Photo (detail): © Dirk Michael Deckbar /Berlinale 2026