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Save the date: Writing Night for FHP Students on the 29rd of October 2026
In October, the Student Counselling Services and the University Library at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam are once again organising the "Writing Night" - an opportunity for concentrated writing and networking.
InNoWest Exploratory Tour of the LAGA Site – Preparations for Participation in 2027
Transferort Wittenberge Centre opened its doors for two days to all InNoWest research assistants. As well as workshops on structuring results, process reflection and planning for the long-term continuation of InNoWest projects, the programme also included a visit to the LAGA site, which is currently…
Webinar: Dark Romance – Books we Can’t (and Mustn’t) Ignore
As a subgenre of ‘Young Adult’, ‘Dark Romance’ has been flooding the book market for some time now. Why is it so popular with young people? What is it about these books that holds such a fascination, particularly for young women, and what risks do they pose?
Webinar: Self-Care and Warning Signs in Everyday Working Life: Understanding and Improving Mental Health
Mental strain has long been part of everyday working life – particularly in public libraries and archives, which are often faced with staff shortages, pressure from the public and high expectations. But how can I recognise early warning signs in myself and within my team? And how can I look after…
Prof Dr Karsten Krauskopf is to Become Vice-President for Research and Transfer at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam
On the 1st of October, Prof Dr Karsten Krauskopf will succeed Prof Dr-Ing Peter Heisig as Vice-President for Research and Transfer. Krauskopf’s term of office will see the implementation of the recently granted right to award doctorates for universities of applied sciences in Brandenburg. He…
From Professorial Recruitment to University: Apply Now for the Advancement Scholarship
The advancement scholarship supports experienced professionals in their first university degree programme: full-time or part-time, regardless of income and without age limit. Applications are still possible until 1st of June 2026.
Workshop: Verifying Facts
On the 16th of September 2026, theBrandenburg Specialist Unit for Archives and Public Libraries in Brandenburg organised the workshop "Verifying Facts" at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam.
To Avoid Having to Transport all the Samples: University of Applied Sciences Potsdam Sets Up a Laboratory at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Gelati
A chemical laboratory has been in operation at the Gelati monastery complex in Georgia since this summer. Prof Dr Steffen Laue from the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam provided technical guidance for its installation. It is intended to enable the on-site conservators to carry out analyses…
Shaping Innovation: FLEX Course Brings Students and Waschhaus Potsdam Together
As part of the FLEX Innovation Seminar, students worked alongside the cultural organisation Waschhaus Potsdam to develop new business models and realistic concepts for future experiential formats.
Extended application deadlines: Apply now for selected degree programmes
Extended application deadlines apply for selected degree programmes in the Departments of Information Sciences and Social and Educational Sciences for the 2026/27 winter semester.
“Out of the Head and Into the Body” – Marie Rüdiger on her Experiences with Action-Centred Coaching
What is it like to spend a year and a half immersing yourself in coaching – not just in theory, but also by examining your own attitude and personal questions? Marie Rüdiger has completed the "Action-Centred Coaching" further education course at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam. In this…
Evin Dalkilic and Philipp Falkenburg Awarded the Professor-Hürlimann Memorial Scholarship
Two people from the VEStOR project were honoured with the 2026 Professor-Hürlimann Memorial Scholarship: Evin Dalkilic for her long-standing commitment to "Verfassungsblog", and Philipp Falkenburg, the only non-lawyer amongst this year’s top prize winners. The award recognises dedication to open…