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
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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.
Legal advice on studying and teaching, examination law
German
Advice on legal issues in studying and teaching and in particular on examination law issues
Library card for staff
German/English
Apply for a library card to take advantage of the full service of the University Library.
Literature management
German/English
Whether it's a term paper, thesis or dissertation - writing academic papers is an essential part of studying in all disciplines. Reference management programs provide support for literature research and management as well as for structuring and organizing knowledge.
Literature search
German/English
The University Library offers a wide range of search tools and options for finding literature for research, study, and teaching, as well as for leisure and hobbies
Mail service / e-mail inbox
German/English
Mass payment (on the credit side)
German/English
For similar payments in larger quantities, such as expense allowances for students or the reimbursement of semester fees, there is no need to fill out individual receipts. The posting can be made conveniently in table form. If required, please contact the SAP key users Sonja Kölsch (-4811) or Andrea Albrecht-Ettler (-5031) to discuss the exact procedure!
Media equipment in seminar rooms and lecture halls
Many seminar rooms and lecture halls at the university's various locations are equipped with network-compatible presentation and media technology for digital teaching.
All control systems are configured for standard lecture operation after connecting notebooks. The systems in the Audimax, in the so-called "colorful lecture halls" AR and in the auditorium PB also allow differentiated multimedia operation or, if required, special events with personnel support from the ZIMT lecture hall service.
Note to self: The tour is still missing here. A new block would have to be created for this
Moodle learning management system
Moodle is the University of Siegen's central digital learning management system for organizing and integrating online and classroom teaching.
Movie Nights
In cooperation with the International Office, the Language Center hosts international movie nights several times each semester. These events give you the chance to watch exciting films from around the world while improving your foreign language skills in an entertaining way.
Multilingual Learning Counseling
Learning languages is a personal journey—and isn’t always limited to a single language. Our cross-language counseling services are designed for you if you’re looking for support in planning, organizing, or optimizing your language-learning process.
We’ll advise you regardless of which language you’re learning or would like to learn. Together, we’ll clarify your goals, develop appropriate learning strategies, and find the right programs at the Language Center.
New cooperations
German/German/English/English
University partnerships open up new horizons.
If you would like to enter into a new partnership, please contact the International Office!
Do you have any questions?
We’re happy to help—whether in person, by phone, or by email. Please contact us with any questions or concerns related to your daily work.
