Global Belongings Swap Shop
What one person no longer needs is another persons` treasure - this is the motto of the "Global Belongings Swap Shop". The pop-up store is located on the second floor of Building 01 at the university. 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 Sharing & Reuse Opportunities in Osnabrueck https://www.hs-osnabrueck.de/en/sustainability/for-students/#c16352802
Swap Shop Opening Hours
See you in room 01/215.
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 2 to 4 p.m.
Opening hours for dropping off items
Students who are leaving can drop off their items at the Swapshop on the following dates:
Wednesday, 17.06.26, 2 to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, 24.06.26, 2 to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, 01.07.26, 2 to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, 08.07.26, 2 to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, 15.07.26, 2 to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, 22.07.26, 2 to 4 p.m.
It works just like this
- Departing exchange students can hand in items that are in good working order and in good condition.
- A few weeks later, incoming exchange students collect these items as part of their welcome tour.
- The Global Belongings supporters take care of the donations.
- The store is open at the beginning and end of each semester for students to drop off or pick up their items.
Why you should take part
- Reusing used things is sustainable
- it helps to reduce waste
- you meet new people
- you save a lot of money
- you enjoy the feeling of doing something good (when you give things away)
- you enjoy the warm welcome (when you receive things).
We are happy to accept the following items in the store
Bed linen, pillows, blankets, crockery, kitchen and bathroom items (including cleaning products), plants, miscellaneous items
Office supplies such as learning materials, stationery
Decorative items such as picture frames, pin boards, mirrors
Sports items such as gymnastics/yoga mats, skipping ropes, fitness bands, balls
Kitchenware and Tableware
All items should be in good working order and of good quality. So please nothing dirty, broken or inappropriate.
ATTENTION: We do not accept food, clothing or large pieces of furniture.
The "Global Belongings Swap Shop" is organized jointly by:
International Office UOS - Language Center UOS - Green Office UOS - Environmental Coordinator UOS - Sustainability Management of Osnabrück Student Services -
in cooperation with the Department for Equal Opportunities and Sustainability of Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences