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Welcome! Handbook for new students at the University of Liechtenstein
Dear Students,
Dear Freshmen,
Congratulations for being accepted as a student at the University of Liechtenstein and a warm welcome!
We are delighted to welcome you to the student community of the University of Liechtenstein.
I would like to complement you on your decision to choose the University of Liechtenstein to fulfill your academic and professional goals. An exciting time of your life filled with many new experiences is ahead of you. Through your studies and your life on campus you will gain a new awareness of life. We are proud that we will have you, responsible and innovative personalities, in as new students at this – in many ways unique – university. During your studies you will be able to experience involving, personal and open support and assistance. We are pleased to be able to guide and accompany you throughout your studies and wish you a lot of success and fun. Please do take the offers, work hard and commit yourself to what you do, celebrate your success and enjoy the pleasant, cooperative and international atmosphere.
A new chapter of your life is going to start soon, which often brings along a lot of questions. We – the student`s office SPINNEREI – therefore tried to answer some of your possible questions in this handbook. You will find useful information regarding studies, campus life and leisure time on the following pages. Studies always require a lot of effort and learning but we are of the opinion that it is equally necessary to enjoy your time and relax! That`s why we are what we are here for: «events and more» is our slogan and we feel responsible for your student-life outside of lecture rooms. We organize events, excursions, go-kart-tournaments, poker nights and much more for you! But every student initiative is worth just as much as their members, therefore your ideas, inputs and feedback will always be highly appreciated.
We are looking forward to welcoming you at the University of Liechtenstein at the end of August. In the meantime, we wish you a joyful summertime.
We are looking forward to getting to know you personally during the welcome week, anytime in our office or wherever we meet on campus: we are there for you and your concerns. We wish you a great summer and we can`t wait to meet you all!
Kind regards,
Yours,
Klaus Näscher Rector
Tobias Students’ office SPINNEREI
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Studies – Central Service Desk The Central Service Desk (CSD) directly at the main entrance is your first port of call for any information, as well as for all queries regarding courses or anything else. The staff members at the CSD will help you – or put you in touch with the responsible person. The opening hours during the semester are: Monday till Thursday
8.30 am to 12.00 pm and 1.30 pm to 5.00 pm
Friday:
8.30 am to 12.00 pm and 1.00 pm to 5.00 pm
Saturday:
Closed
In addition, the CSD offers the following services: Binding of seminar papers Plastic comb binding spines in various colours and sizes, as well as plastic and cardboard covers for binding seminar papers are available for purchase from the CSD. Use of the binding machine is available free of charge to all students. Student ID / International Student ID The Student IDs can be collected from the CSD (further details will be provided within the introduction week). The student ID is always issued for the current semester. The ID can be extended each semester after the payment of the student fees is proceeded. The first ID is free of charge – a fee of CHF 20.00 is charged for the replacement of lost IDs. An international student ID can also be ordered from the CSD: Therefore, the following documents are required : a completed personal data form (available at the CSD); a current passport photo and CHF 20.00 in cash. The IDs are generally issued within one working day. Confirmation of Enrolment A confirmation of enrolement is available at the CSD free of charge. Architecture students should please apply directly to the Institute of Architecture and Planning for their confirmation of enrolment. A confirmation of enrolment for the current semester can only be issued once the semester fees have been paid and booked.
Transcript of Records A transcript of records can be ordered at the CSD – it usually takes one or two working days for that to be issued. Post The CSD is not a post office! We ask students not to have post sent to the university address. Please use your private address instead!
Katrin Schmuck
Ulrike Sprenger
+423 265 11 11 info@uni.li www.uni.li/studiereninliechtenstein
Studies – Permit
IMPORTANT!!!
Students who wish to take up temporary residence in Liechtenstein for the purpose of study need to apply for a short-term residence permit. Please notice that you must register within two weeks of moving to Liechtenstein. To apply for residence permits, Katrin Schmuck and Katharina BĂźchel are your first point of contact. The Coordination Centre for permits will provide you with all relevant information regarding the application procedure. As the residence permit is a short-term residence permit (L-Bewilligung), it can only be issued for a period of one year. Thus, a new application needs to be submitted every year! Students from third countries should remember that they need a visa for Liechtenstein. The University provides a bank guarantee, after a deposit of CHF 3,000 is paid by the student to the University of Liechtenstein. This amount is retained as a security deposit and will not be refunded until your departure. Anyone wishing to take on a job in Liechtenstein during their studies is asked to first contact the Coordination Centre for permits to get informed about special work regulations (working hours, permits, etc.) for students. After completing your degree or when moving away from Liechtenstein, you MUST return the residence permit! For additional information regarding legal requirements and details concerning the application procedure, please contact the Coordination Centre for permits anytime. If you wish to live in Austria or Switzerland, please, keep in mind to go through all of the required procedures in order to be able to live there. It is your responsibility to follow all of the rules!
Katrin Schmuck
Katharina BĂźchel
+423 265 11 11 bewilligungen@uni.li www.uni.li/studiereninliechtenstein
Studies – BSc in Architecture
? When 01.02.2016 Start of semester
22.02.2016 Lecture start
15.02. – 20.02.2016 Introduction week
12.03. – 19.03.2016 Seminar/Excursion week
25.02.2016 Studio presentations
20.04. - 22.04.2016 Midterm review
15.06. - 17.06.2016 Final review
25.03. - 03.04.2016 Eastern break
31.08.2016 End of semester
? Where The Institute of Architecture and Planning is accessed via the “Architektür” – the offices, workstations, studios and workshops are located in one whole wing of the university. There you will find all helping hands, teaching staff, fellow students, plotters, tools, etc.
? What/Who During your studies, and especially at the very beginning of your degree, you will have questions. Here is a brief overview of who will be able to answer which questions:
Organizational questions, transcript of records, invoicing, etc.
Ines Hartmann and Jeannette Risch, Programme Administrator and Executive Director
Questions relating to content, allowances, internships, course achievements, foreign languages, etc.
Dieter Jüngling, Programme Director Bachelor
Dieter Jüngling
+423 265 11 33 dieter.juengling@uni.li www.uni.li/dieter.juengling
Studies – BSc in Business Administration
? When 22.02.2016 Start of lectures
01.02.2016 Start of semester
22.08.2016 – 26.08..2016 Autum Examination Week
03.06.2016 End of lectures
25.03.2016 – 03.04.2016 Easter break
16.06.2016 – 01.07.2016 Examination weeks
31.08.2016 End of semester
? Where Members of study service for the Bachelor’s degree programme in Business Administration can be found in Room 123 or at the Central Service Desk. The Academic Board is located in the gallery of the main building. Teaching takes place in the lecture and seminar rooms – you can find a layout map right at the end of this chapter.
? What/Who During your studies, and especially at the very beginning of your degree, you will have questions. Here is a brief overview of who will be able to answer which questions: Organizational questions, transcript of records , invoicing, etc. Time table, deadlines, module descriptions, etc.
Eliane Grandchamp, Programme Administrator
Questions relating to content, allowances, internships, course achievements, foreign languages, etc.
Elisabeth Höfferer, Executive Director
Nadine Hasler, Programme Administrator
You can of course also address your questions to the Academic Director of Undergraduate Studies Business Economics, Professor Michael Hanke.
Elisabeth Höfferer
+423 265 11 72 elisabeth.hoefferer@uni.li www.uni.li/elisabeth.hoefferer
Studies – MSc in Architecture
? When 01.02.2016 Start of semester
22.02.2016 Lecture start
15.02. – 20.02.2016 Introduction week
12.03. – 19.03.2016 Seminar/Excursion week
25.02.2016 Studio presentations
20.04. - 22.04.2016 Midterm review
25.03. - 03.04.2016 Eastern break
15.06. - 17.06.2016 Final review
31.08.2016 End of semester
? Where The Institute of Architecture and Planning is accessed via the “Architektür” – the offices, workstations, studios and workshops are located in one whole wing of the university. There you will find all helping hands, teaching staff, fellow students, plotters, tools, etc.
? What/Who During your studies, and especially at the very beginning of your degree, you will have questions. Here is a brief overview of who will be able to answer which questions:
Organizational questions, transcript of records, invoicing, etc.
Ines Hartmann and Jeannette Risch, Programme Administrator and Executive Director
Questions relating to content, allowances, internships, course achievements, foreign languages, etc.
Peter Staub, Academic Director
Peter Staub
+423 265 11 30 peter.staub@uni.li www.uni.li/peter.staub
Studies – MSc in Information Systems
? When 01.02.2016 Start of semester
22.02.20156 Start of lectures
04.06.2016 End of lectures
31.08.2016 End of semester
15.02. – 20.02.2016 Introduction Week
? Where The Institute of Information Systems is situated in one of the off-site locations. Although the lectures will take place at the main campus, some of you are bound to make a visit to the office that is located in a building opposite Squash centre , at some time or other.
? What/Who During your studies, and especially at the very beginning of your degree, you will have questions. Here is a brief overview of who will be able to answer which questions:
Organizational questions, transcript of records, invoicing, etc.
Ingrid Schlatter, Programme Administrator
Questions relating to time tables, module descriptions, content, course achievements, etc.
Bernd Schenk, Executive Director
Bernd Schenk
+423 265 13 05 bernd.schenk@uni.li www.uni.li/bernd.schenk
Studies – MSc in Entrepreneurship
? When 01.02.2016 Start of semester
22.02.20156 Start of lectures
04.06.2016 End of lectures
31.08.2016 End of semester
15.02. – 20.02.2016 Introduction Week
? Where Your most important point of contact is Ass. Prof. Dr. Matthias Filser, who is the Executive Director of this programme. His office is situated in one of the off-site locations, the Wachterhaus. All lectures will take place at the main campus and during this time you will find Matthias Filser in the Start-Up Lab next to the main entrance.
? What During your studies, and especially at the very beginning of your degree, you will have questions. Here is a brief overview of who will be able to answer which questions:
Organizational questions, transcript of records, invoicing, etc.
Ingrid Schlatter, Programme Administrator
Questions relating to time tables, module descriptions, content, etc.
Ass. Prof. Dr. Matthias Filser, Executive Director
You can of course also address your questions to the Academic Director of the programme, Prof. Dr. Christian Marxt.
Matthias Filser
+423 265 12 67 matthias.filser@uni.li www.uni.li/matthias.filser
Studies – MSc in Entrepreneurship
The Institute for Entrepreneurship offers several very interesting events, which students can attend at discounted prices or free of charge.
Business Plan Competition The University of Liechtenstein’s Business-Plan Competition is organized jointly by the Institute for Entrepreneurship and the Affiliated Institute SME Centre. In addition to start-up capital, it offers contestants the chance to present their ideas to investors and then move forward with fresh capital. Interested parties are asked to register at www.businessplan-wettbewerb.li.
Entrepreneurs’ Day As the showpiece of entrepreneurship in the Rhine Valley, the Entrepreneurs’ Day is intended to offer recipes for success and impulses for decision-makers, entrepreneurs and people interested in business! That is why the Entrepreneurs’ Day attracts a broad public. Attending this event is a great opportunity to experience first-hand how business ideas are born and to meet important business people from the region. For further information visit www.unternehmertag.li.
Business Day The Business Day’s target audience are business women from all sectors as well as female managers, entrepreneurs, students but also interested men. The idea is to encourage entrepreneurially minded women to take greater initiatives through a series of talks followed by a reception. This is a unique experience for all female students (and of course also male students)! For further information visit www.businesstag.li.
Studies – MSc in Finance
? When 15.02. – 20.02.2016 Introduction Week
23.02.2016 – 03.06.2016 Lectures
31.08.2016 End of semester
01.02.2016 Start of Semester
? Where Staff overseeing the Master’s degree programme in Finance have their offices in the off-site building of the “Institute of Financial Services” in Mühleweg 5 – this is the light-coloured house directly at the turnoff to the university. However, lecture rooms and staff of the study services are located at the main campus.
? What /Who During your studies, and especially at the very beginning of your degree, you will have questions. Here is a brief overview of whom to contact with your questions: Administrative questions, registration/deregistration, transcripts of record, invoicing, etc.
Hilde Zimmermann, Programme Administrator
Questions regarding courses and modules, deadlines, exams, seminars, grades , etc.
Jurij-Andrei Reichenecker, Module Coordinator
Questions relating to time tables, module descriptions, content, allowances, internships, exchange semesters, etc.
Ulrike Ebli-McKenna, Executive Director
You can of course also address your questions to the Academic Director of the programme, Professor Marco Menichetti.
Ulrike Ebli-McKenna
+423 265 11 45 ulrike.mckenna@uni.li www.uni.li/ulrike.mckenna
Studies – Doctoral Degree Programmes
? When 15.02.2016 - 20.02.2016 Introduction week
25.03.2016 – 03.04.2016 Easter break
31.08.2016 End of semester
01.02.2016 Start of semester
? Who Your most important point of contact is Esther Kind, your Programme Administrator. You can find her at her office (room number 123).
? What During your studies, and especially at the very beginning of your degree, you will have questions. Here is a brief overview of who will be able to answer which questions:
Organizational questions, transcript of records invoicing, etc.
Esther Kind, Programme Administrator
Questions relating to content, module descriptions, allowances, course achievements, etc.
Peter Droege (Architecture and Planning) Jan vom Brocke (Business and Economics), Academic Directors
Esther Kind
+423 265 12 40 esther.kind@uni.li www.uni.li/doctorate
Studies – Study Abroad Exchange Semester Would you like to study, cook and party with students from all around the world? Then take the opportunity to experience all these during our semester abroad. We have a large selection of partner universities in Europe and further abroad for you to choose from. Please take a look at the list via www.uni.li/outgoings. The European Union’s Erasmus+ Programme provides assistance to facilitate a semester abroad. Applications for the winter as well as summer semester must be submitted by 1 March of the respective academic year. For business students, the third semester is considered a good time to go abroad. Important: you need to have already obtained 20 ECTS credits by the time you register for a semester abroad! Students in the master’s degree programme in Architecture are obliged to spend their third semester abroad. The requirements are also listed on the International Office’s homepage.
Foreign internships An internship abroad will give you the possibility to apply knowledge you have obtained during your studies so far. What makes it so interesting is that you do this in a foreign environment. Additionally, you become acquainted with a new infrastructure that differ to the one you are used. At the same time you become familiar with another hierarchal structure and corporate culture.
Internships within Europe are supported by the Life Long Learning Programme. This involves arranging your own internship. Our website has links to numerous internship exchanges. We would be happy to let you draw upon our contacts and assist you in preparing your application. You will need to submit your application at least four weeks before starting your internship. More info: www.uni.li/placement
Mirjana Matic-Schädler
+423 265 11 07 mirjana.matic@uni.li www.uni.li/international
Studies – Study Abroad Thanks to the friendly and outgoing nature of the Irish people, I have felt welcome in Dublin from the very beginning! Despite Dublin’s relatively small size, it has plenty things to offer – countless pubs, first-class musicians and a variety of sports events every weekend. Be open and communicate with people, then you will definitely fall in love with this place!!
Martina, Dublin
On the one hand, spending half a year abroad meant a lot of changes and uncertainties. On the other hand, it represented the opportunity to get to know another culture as well as to meet many lovely, interesting and exciting people with different points of views. I discovered Scotland and I did love it. I‘ve learnt how to dance Céilí, drink whisky and stand the rainy and windy weather. Even though my stereotype of Scottish men wearing kilts has been confirmed, I was surprised by the modern and vibrant city life style in Glasgow. I also enjoyed the beautiful landscape with all the cliffs and castles around. Anina, Glasgow
A semester abroad means sun, friendships, parties and a very special time to remember! No other experience in my life so far is comparable to studying abroad. It was incredible! All these memories will last for a lifetime. For me it was not only a semester abroad but a journey to myself. I am very grateful for this wonderful time in my life! Natalie, Barcelona
Studies – Study Abroad
"Countless students from around the world came together in this beautiful city and became friends! Looking back, these have been the best four month of my life. The city became my second home - Lyon, je t'aime." Simon, Lyon Tokio is a city with a high diversity in cultural, culinary and architectural specialties. One semester was not even enough to explore the city completely. Nevertheless, I got a good overview and many insights of the life in Tokio. In the near future, I will definitely come back to further discover this incredible city. Samuel, Tokio
I enjoyed my Erasmus exchange semester a lot as I had the possibility to test what I had learned previously in my studies. Additionally, I was able to try out new things – some of them even outside of my comfort zone. This semester at the Dessau Institute of Architecture was full of opportunities to use different tools, visit new places and approach projects in a different way. Graham, Dessau
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Campus – Welcome! Dear Freshmen! We are happy to welcome you to the student community of the University of Liechtenstein. We will be your welcome guides and prospective fellow students. We are very much looking forward to welcoming you at our university. For one, we created the facebook group uni.li freshmen spring term 2016 where you will be able to ask any question about uni.li, living in Liechtenstein or whatever else. Additionally, you have the chance to get to know your future fellow students. Please contact us via welcome@uni.li anytime if you need help and assistance. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Anna Tobias Katharina
Pascal
Dominik
Anna Isabella
welcome@uni.li www.uni.li/welcome
Campus – Welcome!
#ichbinunili: Take the opportunity and get to know your fellow students online. Introduce yourself and post your #ichbinunili picture in our facebook group. We are very much looking forward to you becoming a member of our unili family and getting to know really soon! See you– at the latest for the start of the introduction week on February 15, 2016!
US ambassador Suzan LeVine visiting the University of Liechtenstein
welcome@uni.li www.uni.li/welcome
Campus – SPINNEREI The student`s office SPINNEREI offers you: > Parties > Excursions > Discounts at restaurants and pubs > Special sports and recreational offers > BBQs … and much more to fully enjoy your student life! Attending lectures, writing papers and spending long hours studying can sometimes wear you out. The students’ office SPINNEREI helps you to clear your mind and recharge your batteries. Each semester we plan plenty of events to make your student life spectacular. All of the events are posted on facebook page, so it’s worth “liking” us! Please feel free to use our facebook page also as a platform for a variety of topics - such as housing notices, events, news or lost-and-found announcements. If you have any ideas or wishes for activities, drop by our office (office 108a) any time or send an e-mail. Feedback, suggestions and criticis are also welcome at any time.
On the next page, you will find some impressions of our last events! We are looking forward to seeing you soon! Let’s get the party started!
Go-Kart
Tobias Fitz
Poker
Philipp Sachs
+423 265 12 96 SPINNEREI@uni.li www.spinnerei.li
Campus – SPINNEREI
BBQ
Introduction week Pub crawl
Christmas market in Feldkirch Clubbing
Party
UniBall
Semester opening party
UniBall
Campus – ULSV
Who we are We are a small group of students having one thing in common: the interests of students at University of Liechtenstein. Every two years the student union election is taking place. At this election you are entitled to vote for 6 members, which represent all enrolled student in every aspect of the study life. Furthermore, every student interested in taking part has the possibility to become an “operative member” either through election or through an appointment by the ULSV-Board.
What we do No matter which programme you are enrolled in - Architecture or Business Administration, undergraduate or graduate level - do not hesitate to contact us with any issues or discrepancies. It will be our pleasure to help you. As part of the university-organisation our members participate in all committees which address students’ concerns. In addition to that, we take part in application proceedings for new professors and have a seat in the Senate-committee, which is the highest university committee. You are welcome to approach us with any kind of problem, either by writing an anonymous letter for our “Kummerkasten” next to our main lecture hall (H1) or contact us on our homepage (www.ulsv.li) - or just talk to us in person.
We want you! As ULSV member awaits you: > The ability to join the bodies of the University and to actively shape important decisions > The responsible task to assist and to advise students > The opportunity to gain a deep insight of the organization of the University of Liechtenstein > To be part of a young and dynamic team If you now get interested in supporting us in the exciting, responsible and challenging tasks of ULSV, we are looking forward to meeting you. Give us a call 0423/265/1296 or send an e-mail to info@ulsv.li.
+423 265 12 96 info@ulsv.li www.ulsv.li
Campus – ULSV
Current ULSV Members:
Bennet Krings BSc Business
Antonie Wurzer BSc Business
Lisa van Betteraey BSc Business
Selina Stauber BSc BWL
Kemal Tuncelli BSc Business
Philipp Schatzmann BSc AR
Christina Wieser BSc AR
Johannes Heinzelmann MSc Information Systems
Michael Kamm MSc Information Systems
Valerie Rainer BSc AR
Valentin Mayerhofer BSc BWL
Guido Forster MSc Information Systems
Campus – Introduction Week To warmly welcome you at the University of Liechtenstein a welcome weekend and an introduction week is organised. The welcome weekend is the arrival weekend February 13-14th and your central meeting point will be the student dormitories where you can get help with check-in or reaching your final destination, can communicate with fellow future students and get some food and drinks! The welcome week will take place from February 15 to February 20, 2016 and a lot of informative activities, fun events as well as parties are waiting for you! We are already looking forward to meeting you soon!
Schedule* Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Welcome coffee, administrative issues, general information, introduction to IT, greetings, speeches…
Registration at the authorities, german classes
Culture, nature, life in Liechtenstein
Student fair, Library tour, Projects review
German classes, optional Skicourses in Malbun
Free time
Optional cultural programme
International dinner
Sledding competition & dinner at Sücka
*We will let you know about the detailed schedule in due time.
A semester start party will take place on February 27, 2016!
Verena Burtscher
+423 265 11 04 verena.burtscher@uni.li www.uni.li/introweek
Campus – Investment Club
Who we are In general, people quite often take a passive position in managing their private assets mostly because of their lack of knowledge. Classical products such as regular deposits and saving accounts do not meet the expected return under the current economic conditions. This is mainly due to the high inflation rates. Therefore, our club members are eager to change their investment strategy. The Investment Club is established as a platform to share and discuss various investment strategies.
What we do The student initiative focuses on the discussion of individual stocks, investment strategies and general monetary policy. We do not exclude any investment from any region or industry. The meetings are placed outside of an institutional framework which makes an unbiased and open discussion possible. The facebook group “Investment Club Liechtenstein" as well as a monthly meeting at University of Liechtenstein serve as communication channels. These are conducted in a relaxed atmosphere. The meetings are often deal with a special topic.
We want you We encourage all students to join and contribute to our discussions. In case you are unfamiliar with investment strategies and trading as such, we are more than happy to introduce you to the basic concepts. For questions, tips or suggestions please contact tim.braum@uni.li or make a post in our facebook group. The dates for the meetings will be announced at the beginning of each month.
tim.braum@uni.li www.uni.li/tradingclub
Campus – Buddy Programme The Buddy Programme is a support programme aimed to provide assistance to international exchange students, regular international students as well as regular students by assigning them a socalled buddy. Buddies are often local and experienced students who are committed to giving a helping hand. In doing so, the integration of the international students into the cultural-, social- and academic environment in Liechtenstein is actively promoted. Furthermore, the Buddy Program encourages the mutually beneficial exchange of ideas and accordingly fosters the intercultural dialogue. The buddies’ task is to provide support for the international students in order to facilitate a successful and satisfactory start. Among others, these are the reasons for participating in the Buddy Programme: > > > > > > > > >
Gain intercultural competence Get bonus points for the exchange semester Establish and/or reinforce decision making and responsibility Improve your foreign language skills Get international networking/friendships Join exciting excursions and trips together with the international students Gain a certificate of participation in the Buddy Programme Get extra-curricular committment that is beneficial when applying for a job Get buddy shirt and hoody
Often the Buddy Programme has lead to longlasting friendships. Here is an example: Since I arrived in Liechtenstein, I started to meet people from all around the world. I never imagined that one of my best trips of my life would be a farewell trip to Greece with my German buddy as well as my first and best Chinese friend. It's amazing that even though we come from completely different cultures, countries and continents, it feels like we would know each other for quite a while. After five great months, we’re all going home now . It is difficult for each of us to go back. Yet, it is a blessing to know that I will always be welcome in Germany and China. It’s not a goodbye, it’s just a see you in the future… Saludos! Ana Paula, Mexico
Verena Reichle
+423 265 11 11 verena.reichle@uni.li
Campus – Buddy Programme
Before I came to Liechtenstein, I never imagined that I would meet so many nice people from all around the world here. It was a wonderful and unforgettable semester abroad, during which I encountered different cultures and met my best friends. There is for sure something magical about Liechtenstein. How else can it happen that this country brought together a Chinese, a Mexican and a German, each coming from completely different continents? We have done a lot of great stuff. together and I will miss this experience a lot. It will always be one of the most valuable memories in my life. Greetings! Oscar, China
The Buddy Programme is organized to the greatest possible extent by the members of the Buddy Team. In the initial phase, basic assistance is at the focus of each Buddy`s work. Prevailing responsibilities are: > Contact the student via e-mail before the arrival, answering initial queries > Clarifying pick-up services > Contribution to the Introduction Week > Assisting the visits of authorities (registration office/foreign office) > Support of further issues of importance (bank account, health insurance etc.) > Introduction to the most important university facilities > City tour of Vaduz and Feldkirch (Shopping trips) > Assistance with the use of public transport systems > Other study related questions
The Buddy Team organizes and plans excursions and events. Some examples of the activities are: > > > > > > > > > >
Hiking tours, climbing Concerts, operas and theater Ice-skating Museum visits Go-Cart competition Excursions in the region Visiting christmas market Barbecue Swimming International Dinners with traditional country-specific delicacies
Campus – UniSport
Five years ago, we established a university sports programme at the University of Liechtenstein. Since then, our main goal is to make it possible to integrate sports in your everyday life. In cooperation with international sports association and local unions, clubs as well as gyms, many discounts are provided for you! Our University sports programme offers you a wide range to get and stay active!
What we offer: > Courses and training sessions on a regular basis > Special offers for local sports clubs and gyms > Tournaments , such as indoor and outdoor soccer cup and volleyball night > possibility to participate in international competitions on a very sophisticated level Moreover, University of Liechtenstein is a member of the University Sports Federation of Liechtenstein (LHSV) which is a member of FISU (International University Sports Federation and EUSA (European University Sports Federation).
Application: The current sports programme can be found online on www.LHSV.li or on our facebook-page. Additionally, there is a weekly newsletter (registration required via unisport@uni.li) that informs you about our programme and special events.
unisport@uni.li www.lhsv.li
Campus – START
START Liechtenstein – Who are we? What do we do? START is a student organisation dedicated to entrepreneurship , which is represented at many universities mainly within the German-speaking area. With the aim to combine the acquired theoretical knowledge with practical insights and to foster an exchange of experiences, we offer an active exchange platform for students , founders, businessmen and industry experts. The exchange of knowledge helps significantly to overcome everyday entrepreneurial boundaries and thus to generate added value for everyone involved.
We offer: motivation meets innovation > Pioneers‘ Club: Regular meetings with founders & entrepreneurs > Active contact & exchange platform with other students & START - initiatives in the German-speaking area > Networking with regional companies and company visits
We want you! You - active members with great interest for entrepreneurial topics and activities!
Upcoming events > 15.08.2016 | Fürstenfest - Liechtenstein’s national holiday Join us at the Fürstenfest! We are already looking forward to your visit!
tobias.fitz@uni.li www.facebook.com/START.li
Fürstenfest Visit us at Fürstenfest 2016. We invite you to enjoy Liechtenstein’s national holiday together with us! At the end of the day a breathtaking firework is waiting for you! We look forward to your visit! Yours, START Liechtenstein Team
Vaduz | August 15, 2016 |Start: 2.00pm
Campus – AIESEC
World’s largest student-run organization Providing leadership development and global internships AIESEC’s vision > Empowering Young People for Peace and Fulfillment of Humankind’s Potential > Globally minded and ambitious, we believe that by developing more values driven leaders we are able to improve the state of the world
Our approach We believe in the power of youth leadership and we demonstrate it. Our youth members both participate and run the business of AIESEC. While providing businesses an international platform to engage and advance youth development.
Learning points with AIESEC > > > >
Meet new people Get out of your comfort zone Cultural experience Teamwork
> Challenge yourself > Positively impact society > Develop a global mindset
Natalie with the Global Citizen Program in Pakistan
Our Team in Liechtenstein: Lutvo, Lena, Charlotte, Sina
We hope to see you next semester, AIESEC Team Liechtenstein
aiesec@uni.li www.aiesec.at
Campus – Support Structures Support structures Past experience has shown that students can find themselves in difficult situations that require special support and/or professional advice and assistance. Alongside subject- and content-specific support for students, it is also clear that there is further requirement for advice and support in various regards: > > > > > > >
Health-related aspects Psychological aspects Teaching-related psychological aspects Legal aspects Gender and diversity aspects Financial aspects Conflict management
The support concept is based on a close-knit support network that includes professionals from both inside and outside the university. Persons of the support team work in the various disciplines. A team of representatives is available as a direct point of contact and to act as intermediaries for students who find themselves in difficult situations. Those seeking advice can freely choose a member of the support office to turn to. As part of the direct contact between the member of the support team and the student, specific support options are explored, and the people/institutions identified that can provide the right support.
The support team: Name Sabine GantnerDoshi Trudi Ackermann
Email Sabine.gantner@uni.li
Tel. 265 11 75
Mobil.-tel. -
Trudi.Ackermann@uni.li
265 11 03
Christoph.jenny@uni.li
265 11 02
+423 7879204 +43 6888 676365
Bennet Krings
Funktion Head of the Administrative Department for Legal Affairs Head of the International Office Head of the Adninistrative Department for Human Resources Student representative
Bennet.krings@uni.li
265 12 96
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Kemal Tuncelli
Student representative
kemal.tuncelli@uni.li
265 12 96
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Matthias BrĂźstle
Psychologist, external consultant
mathiasantonius@gmail. com
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+423 793 34 45
Christoph Jenny
You can reach all members of the support team via: advice@uni.li
Campus – Parking Lots Parking area management on the univerity campus A fee will be charged for the use of all parking areas on the Vaduz Campus parking areas on the Vaduz Campus and at the off-campus locations. The income from the parking area management will be channeled towards a university mobility management scheme as part of the university’s sustainability initiative.
Operating hours: Monday to Friday from 7.00 am to 5.00 pm (Saturday, Sunday and public holidays for free)
What are the rates? The standard rate for parking across the entire site is CHF 0.50 per hour. A day permit costs CHF 1.50 for students and CHF 2.00 for lecturers and employees. The costs decrease further with semester, monthly and annual parking permits.
How does it work? Parking fees can be paid in cash at the central parking meter (current standard rate of CHF 0.50/hour). Alternatively, cashless payments can be made using the ParkingCard system, available throughout Switzerland (www.parkingcard.ch).
How do I obtain my ParkingCard permit? As frequent parkers, students, employees and lecturers can purchase parking permits online or directly from the university. In every case, it is necessary to register the vehicle registration number(s)in advance on the intranet. Tariff
Tarif level
Prizes for students
stundent tariff
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CHF 0.25
daily permit
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CHF 1.50
monthly permit
,far‘
CHF 20.--
monthly permit
‚close‘
CHF 30.--
semester permit
‚far‘
CHF 100.--
semester permit
‚close ‘
CHF 150.--
yearly permit
‚far‘
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yearly permit
‚close ‘
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Tariff level ’close’ max. travel time from door to door with public transport <45 minutes Tariff level ‘far’ travel time from door to door with public transport> = 45 minutes
Campus – Alumni
Starting as a freshman and already alumni? Yes, that’s right, because never again during your student lifetime, the exchange between current students and former ones is more productive. Learning from each other, working together and being there for each other, that’s what we want to do with you and for you.
University of Liechtenstein Alumni (ULA) The alumni organization at University of Liechtenstein is the institution for all former students of the bachelor, master, executive and PhD programs. Its duty is to structure, maintain and develop the network, which binds alumni to their “alma mater”. It also provides a platform for knowledge and experience transfer between students, academics and professors of Liechtenstein. We are currently working on the setup of a new network- and communications platform as well as activities and events for alumni and students. The central platform in terms of information and communication is the website www.uni.li/alumni, where you can find current developments and updates on this issues. The ULA supports an active exchange between students and alumni by offering various services. For example, the members of the Alumni Ambassador Programme will be more than welcome to help you with questions or concerns regarding your professional or personal life.
Questions, whishes, concerns or critics? Please don`t hesitate to contact us!
Verena Burtscher
+423 265 11 04 verena.burtscher@uni.li www.uni.li/alumni
Campus – Alumni of the Month
René Finger graduated from the University of Liechtenstein in 2004. The institution was then known as University of Applied Sciences Liechtenstein. In 2008, he set up his own company, the «Finger Architekten sia/fsai“ (www.fingerarchitekten.ch), in St. Gallen, Switzerland. Currently, he designs and manages the construction of a new lab at the University of Applied Sciences in Buchs, Switzerland. So far, this has been the largest project in his career as an architect. Prior to his studies at uni.li, René did an apprenticeship as a draughtsman which he finished in 1998. During his Master degree, he spend a semester abroad at the Universidade Moderna Setubal in Portugal.
His experiences at the University of Liechtenstein and his professional career «It was during my studies at the University of Liechtenstein that I developed a strong passion for architecture and design theory.» In his opinion, architecture is like a language that needs to be properly learned. The good reputation for architectural education, sound student-staff-ratio and small course groups convinced him to study in Liechtenstein. With the help of his lecturers he discovered new ways to see the buildings around him. Through this, René gained a much deeper knowledge of what it means to be an architect. In 2008 he founded his own company and since then he already realized a lot of projects. His secret to success is to put in a lot of heart and soul into projects and also cooperate with the right partners. Today, working as an architecture is a real team effort, in which a strong network of experts and construction specialists is needed.
www.finger-architekten.ch www.uni.li/alumni
Life
Fun Facts about Liechtenstein
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Enterprises ≈ 86.8% micro enterprises (1-9 employees) ≈ 10.8% small enterpreise s(10-49 employees) ≈ 2.0% medium enterpreises (50-249 employees) ≈ 0.4% large enterpreises (250+ employees)
mountain peaks Highest point:
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Grauspitz, 2,599 masl
6TH
smallest state in the world
municipalities
400 km of hiking trails
1 ski region in 1,600 masl (Malbun) - 23km excellent slopes 5,372
National holiday -
inhabitants in Vaduz
Magnitude
August 15
21 banking holidays
160 km²
24.8 km long and max. 12.5 km wide
> 37% of GDP results out of the industry and manufacturing sector
36,942 inhabitants and 35,829 employees
(52% commuter)
1 mio. clinker bricks around the governemntal district
1936, the teams of Liechtenstein and Haiti found out that they both have the same flag. Consequently, Liechtenstein added the crown to its flag in 1937. At the Olympic Games in
Life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; career:service career:service The career: service at the University of Liechtenstein offers help and assistance to students regarding contacts to companies as well as career counselling. We offer our services with internships, graduate programs and jobs in Liechtenstein and abroad, career counselling and information about formal requirements in Liechtenstein, Austria, Switzerland and Germany.
Current job offers: Career:service offers you an overview of current job offers on our homepage; a closed facebook group for students with current job offers and as a platform to discuss job-related topics.
Career counselling: For the case you need an advise for issues such as career exploration, career change, personal career development and other career related issues.
News and information: At the career:service page you will find an overview of rules and regulations when it comes to working in Liechtenstein. In addition, career days, workshops, etc. will be posted here.
+423 265 11 04 verena.burtscher@uni.li +423 265 11 86 lars.kaiser@uni.li
Verena Burtscher
www.uni.li/careerservice
Life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Living uni.li/Wohnen On our online platform you can find an overview of possibilities to search for rooms or flats in the region: > Dormitory > Private Rooms > student2student > Links to other platforms > Agents If you are looking for a room in the dormitory, a roommate to share your flat with, a room for a semester or a place to stay for a short time? Then, have a look at our online platform and you will find current offers from all fields mentioned above! We would also like to encourage you to use this platform, if you are looking for a next tenant, if you are going abroad for a semester or if you have a spare room in your flat and therefore make a fellow student`s life easier!
Impressions of the dormitory
+423 265 11 05 +423 265 13 99
Gabriela CortĂŠs
gabriela.cortes@uni.li www.uni.li/wohnen
Life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Go Green Go MoMo Competition 2016 The University of Liechtenstein is dedicated to sustainability and encourages all students and employees to use public transportation, car sharing or their bikes to move around. Therefore, the mobility working group organizes a mobility challenge in springtime 2016.
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Who can participate? Everyone! Regardless if you take the car, bus, bike or if you are pedestrian
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The competition takes place from 22nd February till 26th of May 2016
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Subscribe over the webtool www.uni.li/momo
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Award ceremony 30th of May 2016. More Information to be announced.
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As in the previous semester`s competition, you can win 24 attractive prizes
The game consists of three different categories: MoMo-Basic, MoMo-Go-Green and MoMo-Vital. Those who subscribe and continually document their mobility behaviour are entitled to participate as a single person or as a team for each of this stages. Rules can be found under www.uni.li/momo
AG Mobilität momo@uni.li www.uni.li/momo
Life – Calendar of Events The most important events of the upcoming year Small but a lot to see! As inconspicuous the Rhine Valley region may seem at first, there's plenty to do and a lot to discover for everybody. Here are a few tips for events in and around Liechtenstein in the upcoming semester:
Calendar of events Date
Event
Place
24.02.2016
Zauberlaterne: Kevin allein zu Hause
Schaan, FL
01.03.2016
Thank you for the music – die Abba Story
Bregenz, AT
05.03.2016
Grimm & Co.: Hans im Glück (TAKino)
Schaan, FL
09.03.2016
Liechtensteinische Steuerfachtagung 2016
Vaduz, FL
09.03.2016
Winter season’s closing in Malbun
Malbun, FL
01.04.2016
Die Zauberflöte (Lindauer Marionettenoper)
Lindau, DE
13.04.2016
Kain und Abel – Ich tote nicht
Schaan, FL
24.04.2016
Metro Boulot Dodo (TAK)
Schaan, FL
27.04.2016
Bregenzer Meisterkonzerte: Grigory Sokolov
Bregenz, AT
09.05.2016
Im:Takt – Hip Hop lernen für Anfänger und Profis
Dornbirn, AT
18.05.2016
Zauberlaterne: Kiriku und die Zauberin
Schaan, FL
03.06.2016
Liechtensteiner Verbandsmusikfest
Triesen, FL
18.06.2016
Liechtensteinischer Verbandsfeuerwehrtag
Triesenberg, FL
Further events can be found under: www.tourismus.li/events
Impressum: Publisher: Universit채t Liechtenstein Coordination Office for Alumni, Collegiate and Cultural Activities F체rst-Franz-Josef-Strasse 9490 Vaduz Liechtenstein Editors: Verena Burtscher and Anna Strizhkova Amendments reserved. For updates, please visit our homepage: www.uni.li/welcome