Author Archives: Rainer Krauss

Improved range of courses: Qualifying refugees for the water industry

Hof University of Applied Sciences is successfully qualifying refugees and migrants for jobs in the Bavarian water industry as part of a further education project, as skilled workers are desperately needed in this sector. So far, two 15-week courses have been aimed specifically at people from refugee and migrant backgrounds who are currently receiving citizens' benefits. [more]

published: 26.02.2025

Why customer-centric thinking and not AI will determine prosperity

On Monday, April 7, 2025, Hof University of Applied Sciences invites you to a lecture by Prof. Wolfgang Henseler, an expert in digital media, user experience and innovative business strategies. [more]

published: 26.02.2025

A look through the lens: Vacation course in digital photography during the semester break

During the semester break, 21 students from Hof University of Applied Sciences took the opportunity to expand their photographic skills. [more]

published: 25.02.2025

Hof University Supporting Society contributes 75,000 euros

The Gesellschaft der Freunde und Förderer der Hochschule Hof e.V. will continue to support a large number of projects at Hof University of Applied Sciences in 2025. In total, the society provides 75,000 euros to support students, research and teaching as well as many innovative initiatives. [more]

published: 24.02.2025

Strong performance at the ski championships of the Bavarian universities

A team of 11 employees from Hof University of Applied Sciences successfully took part in the 44th Bavarian University Administration Ski Championships. [more]

published: 24.02.2025

Hof district and University cooperate in “Transferwerkstatt Wasser hoferLand.digital”

As part of its Smart City program "HoferLand.digital", the district of Hof is entering into a new research collaboration with Hof University of Applied Sciences on the topic of water management. This was decided by the district committee this week. [more]

published: 21.02.2025

Live-Webinar: „Kinder & Jugendliche vor Cybermobbing schützen“

Insbesondere Mädchen und Frauen sind von digitaler Gewalt und Cybermobbing betroffen. Welche Folgen kann das für die Opfer haben und wie kann man sich schützen? Dazu informiert nun ein Webinar, für das man sich jetzt anmelden kann. [more]

published: 18.02.2025

Successful “Funding safari through the EU jungle” at Hof University

The "Funding safari through the EU jungle" event at Hof University of Applied Sciences recently attracted numerous representatives from business, science and consulting. Organized by the Chamber of Industry and Commerce for Upper Franconia Bayreuth in cooperation with Hof University of Applied Sciences, the free event offered practical insights into the wide range of EU funding opportunities. [more]

published: 17.02.2025

Question: Why is the square in front of Hof University of Applied Sciences called “Alfons-Goppel-Platz”?

Alfons-Goppel-Platz in front of Hof University of Applied Sciences is more than just a name - it commemorates a formative personality who played a key role in making Hof a university town today. But who was Alfons Goppel and why was this square named after him? [more]

published: 17.02.2025

Health Day 2025 at Hof University of Applied Sciences: focus on holistic well-being

On March 11, 2025, it's that time again: Hof University of Applied Sciences is inviting its employees to its annual Health Day! Under the motto "Holistic health awareness", participants can expect a varied program full of inspiration, exercise and relaxation. [more]

published: 17.02.2025

Telecare as useful support in rural regions

A research project is testing telecare in rural regions. This means that nursing staff and other stakeholders communicate with each other digitally and discuss care-related data. [more]

published: 12.02.2025

The advantage of practical orientation: over 9000 dual students in Bavaria for the first time

According to the latest statistics from hochschule dual - the network for dual studies, Bavarian universities of applied sciences recorded an increase of 5% in the winter semester 24/25. [more]

published: 12.02.2025

Inquiry: What exactly is INTERREG?

Since 2019, the institutes at Hof University of Applied Sciences have increasingly brought INTERREG projects to the region. But what is INTERREG? And what are these projects about? [more]

published: 12.02.2025

Technology Alliance Upper Franconia: “Energy Future Upper Franconia” theme year launched

In 2025, Upper Franconia will be all about energy. Under the motto "The future of energy in Upper Franconia - regional, innovative, economical", the theme year of the Technology Alliance of Upper Franconia (TAO) is being implemented under the leadership of the Center for Energy Technology at the University of Bayreuth - but Hof University of Applied Sciences is also significantly involved. [more]

published: 07.02.2025

Climate-resilient duct management is being further developed

Hamburg engineer Günter Kupczik's rotating bend technology was first installed in the Dresden sewer system 30 years ago. Now this unique solution for intelligent sewer management is being further developed in the "Drehbogen 4.0" research project at Hof University of Applied Sciences. [more]

published: 06.02.2025

Co-developed by Hof University: Bavarian care sector concludes “Digital Pact for Care”

Digitalization in the care sector is to be driven forward. To this end, a "Digital Pact for Care" has now been signed in Munich. [more]

published: 03.02.2025

New app enriches visitor experience at Theater Hof

Visitors to Hof Theatre can now look forward to a digital upgrade to their cultural experience. A newly developed app from Hof University of Applied Sciences offers up-to-date information on the plays, in-depth background information and explanations of complex content. [more]

published: 31.01.2025

“We make the future” – New Year’s lecture has a large fan base

Around 200 guests had registered for the lecture by the university's Vice President, Professor Valentin Plenk. Using numerous film sequences from Her, Wall-E, Colossus, Robot & Frank and several more, he explored the question of how Hollywood sees the role of AI in our future. [more]

published: 31.01.2025