The University of Siegen Is Among Germany's Most Recycling-Paper-Friendly Universities
In the “Papieratlas 2025” university competition, the University of Siegen took 10th place. With a recycling rate of over 99 percent, the university is making an important contribution to climate protection and resource conservation.
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Safety begins before anything happens
Public service employees can find themselves suddenly facing threatening situations. How institutions can prepare for such situations and respond appropriately in an emergency was the focus of the first regional symposium#sicherimDienst#sicherinSiegen at the University of Siegen. Employees from local governments, schools, the fire department, the police, and the university discussed how institutions can better prepare for difficult situations.
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New Ordering Process for UniPrint
Starting in calendar week 41, orders and inquiries submitted to UniPrint will be processed via the digital BIC workflow. The entry form is accessible through the new UniPrint website.
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Zoom, VPN, and More: New IT Services Are Being Introduced
Several new IT services will be introduced at the University of Siegen over the course of the winter semester—replacing other programs. All employees and students are asked to take note of the relevant deadlines.
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Congratulations on successfully completing your training program
This summer, four young people successfully completed their vocational training or dual degree programs at the University of Siegen. And there’s double the reason to celebrate: all four will remain at the university as employees.
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Think About Flu Protection Now
As the cold season sets in, the risk of catching the flu increases. The University of Siegen is therefore offering its employees on-site flu vaccinations to both support and protect them.
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Field trips, experiments, and lots of vacation fun
Creative activities and exciting field trips made for a varied summer vacation program at the University of Siegen. Seventy-three children from 52 families enjoyed an eventful summer break.
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Welcome to the University of Siegen team
For Lina Güldenring and Johanna Wahl, a new chapter in their lives is beginning at the University of Siegen. Thanks to a warm welcome, a shared breakfast, and a tour of the campus, their start to their studies went smoothly.
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Careers Need Role Models
For 16 years, the FraMeS mentoring program at the University of Siegen has been supporting female researchers in advancing their academic careers. At the kickoff event for the new cohort, twelve new mentees were welcomed, and ten participants were honored for successfully completing the program.
Current Outage and Maintenance Notices
Announcements and notices regarding outages and maintenance can be found on the joint overview page for Dez. 5, UB, and ZIMT.
NEW: DaF Staff Course Cycle at the Language Center
Course concept:
In-person, but with the option to participate online
Taught during off-peak hours (late afternoon and early morning)
2 lessons (90 min. each) per week
We’ll start at the A1.1/A1.2 level and aim to complete the A1 level by mid-July
Once the A1 level is completed, we’ll continue immediately with A2.1 (August–October)
For those who successfully complete the A2.1 level, we’ll continue with A2.2 (November–January)
In the final stage, we will strive to complete the B1.1 level (February–April)
KiS event (The Chancellor informs you)
The Chancellor provides information on current topics from the university administration. All technical and administrative staff are cordially invited to attend.
Panel Discussion on the Rothaarkamm National Park
27.10.2026, 19:00 - 21:00 oclock
Wednesday Lecture Series "Rethinking Medicine": Health and Gender
28.10.2026, 18:15 - 19:45 oclock
English for Administrative Staff - Module 1
29.10.2026, 09:00 - 10:00 oclock
+3 more
Lunch meeting at Campus AR
04.11.2026, 11:30 - 13:00 oclock
+13 more
Lunch meeting at Campus US
04.11.2026, 12:00 - 13:30 oclock
+13 more
1st Inclusive Campus Forum
12.11.2026, 10:00 - 12:00 oclock
News for Employees
Beschäftigte
The University of Siegen Is Among Germany's Most Recycling-Paper-Friendly Universities
In the “Papieratlas 2025” university competition, the University of Siegen took 10th place. With a recycling rate of over 99 percent, the university is making an important contribution to climate protection and resource conservation.
Safety begins before anything happens
Public service employees can find themselves suddenly facing threatening situations. How institutions can prepare for such situations and respond appropriately in an emergency was the focus of the first regional symposium#sicherimDienst#sicherinSiegen at the University of Siegen. Employees from local governments, schools, the fire department, the police, and the university discussed how institutions can better prepare for difficult situations.
Beschäftigte
+ 1 more
New Ordering Process for UniPrint
Starting in calendar week 41, orders and inquiries submitted to UniPrint will be processed via the digital BIC workflow. The entry form is accessible through the new UniPrint website.
Beschäftigte
+ 2 more
Zoom, VPN, and More: New IT Services Are Being Introduced
Several new IT services will be introduced at the University of Siegen over the course of the winter semester—replacing other programs. All employees and students are asked to take note of the relevant deadlines.
Career
Congratulations on successfully completing your training program
This summer, four young people successfully completed their vocational training or dual degree programs at the University of Siegen. And there’s double the reason to celebrate: all four will remain at the university as employees.
Strategies for Digital Transformation at the University of Siegen
Our digitalization strategy provides the framework for the forward-looking development of research, teaching, and administration.
Drupal Update Announcement: Migration to Drupal 11
The upgrade will take place on October 13, 2026, between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Think About Flu Protection Now
As the cold season sets in, the risk of catching the flu increases. The University of Siegen is therefore offering its employees on-site flu vaccinations to both support and protect them.
Field trips, experiments, and lots of vacation fun
Creative activities and exciting field trips made for a varied summer vacation program at the University of Siegen. Seventy-three children from 52 families enjoyed an eventful summer break.
Arabic is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world and opens doors to culture, society, and international communication. Our course offerings guide you systematically from the basics (A1) to the intermediate level (B1): writing, reading, and Modern Standard Arabic for everyday life and a variety of conversational situations.
Article delivery service
German/English
All users of Siegen University Library with a valid library card can use the article delivery service to order articles from printed journals available in the library. The articles are scanned on site and sent free of charge as a PDF document by e-mail.
Backup
German/English
Barriere-free learning and working in the library
German/English
Borrow a laptop - At the building Hoelderlinstrasse
Building Blocks: Teaching
German/English
Carry out procurements/purchases/orders
German/English
The procurement/purchase of all supplies and services (e.g. equipment, consulting, coaching, software, travel, coach trips) is subject to statutory regulations.
Certificate of Participation
The Language Center’s certificate of completion serves as proof of your language proficiency. If you complete a language course at the Language Center, you will receive a certificate of attendance with credit points upon passing the course and fulfilling all course requirements. This certificate is primarily intended to allow you to apply the credit points toward your degree program.
Chinese
At the University of Siegen’s Language Center, you can learn Chinese and gain insight not only into the language but also into its cultural nuances. The courses foster intercultural skills and offer you the opportunity to gain new perspectives on Chinese communication and culture.
Circulation
German/English
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