Author Archives: Rainer Krauss

Controlling at Bavarian universities: Exchange at Hof University of Applied Sciences

A meeting of controllers from Bavarian universities of applied sciences (HaWs) took place at Hof University of Applied Sciences on October 8 and 9, 2025. 26 participants came to the city on the Saale. [more]

published: 16.10.2025

Science up close: Hof University invites you to the “Night of Science 2025”!

After the great success of the premiere in 2023 with around 2000 enthusiastic visitors, Hof University of Applied Sciences will once again open its doors for the "Night of Science" on Friday, November 14, 2025. From 6 p.m. to midnight, the campus on Alfons-Goppel-Platz will be transformed into a place full of discoveries, discussions and inspiration. [more]

published: 14.10.2025

Rethinking nursing: Prof. Dr. Julia Nagel heads innovative degree course in Bamberg

Hof University of Applied Sciences is strengthening its profile in the healthcare sector with the new Bachelor's degree course "Nursing for Experienced Professionals". Prof. Dr. Julia Nagel is taking over the management at the Bamberg location. [more]

published: 13.10.2025

New partnerships and exciting prospects – delegation trip to India

A delegation from Hof University of Applied Sciences visited several renowned Indian universities in Bangalore, Chennai and Coimbatore in September. The aim was to deepen existing collaborations and initiate new projects. [more]

published: 13.10.2025

Dr. Molla Tadesse Abate: Finalist des internationalen SDC Global Colorist Awards

Textile scientist Dr. Molla Tadesse Abate, postdoctoral researcher and Alexander von Humboldt Fellow at Hof University of Applied Sciences, Münchberg campus, has been named a finalist for the prestigious SDC Global Colorist Award 2025. [more]

published: 13.10.2025

EnerNet workshop: How is “comfort” actually created?

How is a comfortable indoor climate actually created - and how can it be measured? These questions were the focus of a recent workshop held at Hof University of Applied Sciences as part of the "EnerNET - Continuing Education Network for Energy, Cooling and Local Heating" network. [more]

published: 07.10.2025

Designstudio Selb: Ground-breaking ceremony for a prestigious project on a porcelain industry brownfield site

Construction of the new design studio in Selb has begun with the official ground-breaking ceremony. Students on the "Design and Mobility" course will also use the modern, well-equipped workshops. [more]

published: 06.10.2025

Experience the diversity of India – cultural evening at Hof University

The International Office of Hof University of Applied Sciences invites you to a special evening about the fascinating diversity of India on Wednesday, November 26, 6 pm (Audimax in the B-building)! Visitors can expect exciting insights into traditions, music, dance and culinary specialties. Students from India will present their country and share their personal impressions of everyday life. [more]

published: 02.10.2025

“Next Gen Industries”: Managers shape the future of industry with AI

On November 5, 2025, Hof University of Applied Sciences invites you to the conference "Next Gen Industries - AI and the Future of Industry" at the start-up center Einstein1. [more]

published: 01.10.2025

Hof University defies “G9 dip”: Almost 1000 freshmen start the winter semester 25/26

This is a big and positive surprise: despite the extraordinary slump in the number of high school graduates in Bavaria, Hof University of Applied Sciences can report very pleasing figures for the winter semester 2025/26: Around 1,000 first-semester students are starting their studies at the Upper Franconian campuses in Hof, Münchberg, Kronach and Selb. [more]

published: 01.10.2025

Prof. Dr. Peter Schäfer celebrates his 40th anniversary of service

Throughout his time at Hof University of Applied Sciences, Prof. Dr. Schäfer has helped shape its profile in research and teaching. His teaching area - European, International and German Business Law - has long since become a bridging subject that also sensitizes students to the challenges of European integration. [more]

published: 01.10.2025

First-hand career information – CONTACTA HochFranken 2025 launched!

The 16th CONTACTA HochFranken has kicked off with a well-attended opening event and a teacher training course. Around 1,300 pupils from the region will be able to find out more at the training fair on Wednesday and Thursday from 75 companies and expert presentations. [more]

published: 24.09.2025

“Sun makes everything more beautiful!” – University team enjoys the Frankenpost company run 2025

So there you go! Unlike last year, the weather gods were kind to 3500 amateur athletes at the 2025 company run. As in the previous year, the Hof University team met up around Töpen in the district of Hof - but this time in glorious sunshine instead of rain and cold. [more]

published: 23.09.2025

The university supports the youth forum “Stimme(n) der Jugend” in Hof

On November 11, 2025, Deutsche Gesellschaft e. V. and numerous regional partners are inviting young people aged 16 to 35 to the Q children's and youth center in Hof from 3:30 pm. Hof University of Applied Sciences is also taking part. [more]

published: 23.09.2025

CONTACTA HochFranken 2025: New concept expands range of career guidance services

CONTACTA HochFranken 2025 is entering its 16th round with a significantly expanded concept: From September 23 to 25, the unique leading platform for career orientation at Hof University of Applied Sciences will offer students targeted information, contacts and guidance to actively shape their professional future. [more]

published: 21.09.2025

Can mushrooms revolutionize thermal insulation?

High energy prices and limited resources pose major challenges for the construction industry. At the same time, natural materials are becoming increasingly important. This is where the "Mycobuild" research project comes in, which is currently being carried out at the Institute for Circular Economy of Bio:Polymers (ibp) at Hof University of Applied Sciences. The aim is to develop application-ready thermal insulation materials based on fungal braids. [more]

published: 18.09.2025

University participates in care competence center in the district of Kronach

A central cooperation agreement for the establishment of the "Care Competence Center" in the district of Kronach was recently signed in the Mitwitz moated castle. Chancellor Ute Coenen signed the agreement as a representative of the university, which anchors Hof University of Applied Sciences as a permanent partner in the project. [more]

published: 18.09.2025

Open Monument Day: University opens shed roof hall in Münchberg

Hof University of Applied Sciences took part in this year's "Open Monument Day" with three guided tours. Around 35 interested visitors took the opportunity to get to know the historic shed roof hall at the Münchberg campus and take a look behind the scenes of former textile production. [more]

published: 17.09.2025