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Supported by OVGU in case of Conflicts, psychological problems, discriminations, etc.

Compensation for disadvantages in exams, conflicts with the supervisor, exam anxiety, or the scholarship is ending soon and the pressure very high? The Otto von Guericke University recently published a list with contacts and detailed information for students and employees, who are in need of advice and support. Download PDF ...

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New: The "OVGU Awareness Portal" and The "FWW Forum for Equal Opportunities"

Did you know? The Otto-von-Guericke University is online with a new "reporting platform for cases of discrimination, disadvantage, (sexual) harassment and violence as well as for a feedback on studying and teaching" - the awareness portal. "One of the main aims of the portal is to provide a supportive environment where you can feel free and safe to share experiences or concerns fast and and easy, and without having to worry about possible consequences. Everyone is aware of the need to maintain confidentiality and the sensitivity of the reported subject matter. Be encouraged to report cases of discrimination. Every single report helps to raise awareness, initiate change and create a more equal at OVGU Magdeburg."

With a very similar intention and orientation, a monthly the jour fixe started at the faculty level at the beginning of January 2024. The Dean of the faculty, his advisor, a student and doctoral student representative and so the Equal Opportunities Officer of the FEM meet once a month to discuss current issues of equality, diversity, discrimination, etc. The New Forum for Equal Opportunities is now open to everyone. Do you have any questions, comments or suggestions for the new Equal Opportunities Forum? Contact the above-mentioned persons in confidence and with the assurance of the outmost confidentiality, the Dean's Office (Guido Henkel), the Student Representative Council (Sabrina Riechers), the Research Assistant Representatitive (Malte Bau) , or the FEM's Equal Opportunities Officer (Kathrin Meyer-Pinger).

Prof. Andreas Knabe at the Finance Expert Discussion of the Court of Auditors of Saxony-Anhalt

On 26 November 2025, Prof. Andreas Knabe was invited as a guest speaker to the Finance Expert Discussion hosted by the Court of Auditors of Saxony-Anhalt. Following his introductory lecture on “The Debt Brake and Special Funds: How Can Sustainable Fiscal Policy Succeed?”, a lively professional discussion on the topic ensued.

Since 2017, the Court of Auditors has been organising this expert event series. Previous guest speakers have included, among others, Prof. Thomas Lenk, Prof. Martin Werding, Prof. Eckhard Janeba, as well as the President of the European Court of Auditors, Klaus-Heiner Lehne. This year’s discussion was attended not only by representatives of the Court of Auditors but also by members of the State Parliament’s Finance Committee and financial experts from the associations representing local authorities. (picture: Prof. Knabe with Court of Auditors President Kay Barthel)