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title: "International students visit Global Belongings Swap Shop at Osnabrück University, building 01; everything free."
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International students visit Global Belongings Swap Shop at Osnabrück University, building 01; everything free.

Global Belongings Swap Shop: Uni Osnabrück

International students are welcome to visit the swap shop - everything is completely free!

What one person no longer needs is another persons` treasure - this is the motto of the "Global Belongings Swap Shop". It is designed to help international students stock up on the everyday items they need for their stay. They can drop in and take what they need for free.

More information about Global Belongings Swap Shop

See you in room 01

Tuesday, September 08, 2026 (with Language center UOS)

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 2 to 4 p.m.

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 2 to 4 p.m.

Wednesday, October 07, 2026 2 to 4 p.m.

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 2 to 4 p.m.

Where to find Global Belongings

The store is located in building 01

215, Kolpingstraße 7, 49074 Osnabrück

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