Author Archives: Rainer Krauss

Sustainable textile studies – Hof University of Applied Sciences cooperates with Bangladesh

Under the umbrella of the German Society for Industrial Cooperation (GIZ), Hof University of Applied Sciences has launched a remarkable international project together with Bangladesh University of Textiles (BUTEX) [more]

published: 15.12.2021

The new “WohnXLab” in Kronach – a test laboratory for age-appropriate living

The Hof University of Applied Sciences is creating an innovative test and demonstration laboratory with an adjoining training area as part of its "Innovative Healthcare" degree program at the Kronach site. [more]

published: 14.12.2021

Inquiry: What is a “Hiwi” and what are the advantages?

Especially those who are new to a college or university do not have a clear idea of what some terms mean exactly. The Research University Hof clarifies... [more]

published: 13.12.2021

“DAAD Prize for International Students” goes to Francis Opoku-Amoako

Hof University of Applied Sciences has honored outstanding international students by awarding various scholarships as well as a prize ceremony. Francis Opoku-Amoako received the "Award for International Students" from the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) [more]

published: 10.12.2021

A roadshow for more digitization in the social economy – book your appointment now!

Starting in February 2022, the Institute for Information Systems (iisys) at Hof University of Applied Sciences will visit interested institutions with a truck for digitization, or "TruDi" for short, in order to present new technologies and relieving application possibilities for their professional practice to employees in a targeted manner [more]

published: 09.12.2021

Hof University receives funding for further education programs

"Fit" for digital transformation - with "fit.ING", OTH Amberg-Weiden and Hof University of Applied Sciences have designed an innovative continuing education program that provides engineers and technicians with tailored and individual continuing education in the area of supply chain digitization [more]

published: 06.12.2021

Paola Acosta Carrascal: The Colombian who loves the Hof winter!

The 27-year-old Colombian Paola Acosta Carrascal has been working as a research assistant at the iwe for one month. For Campuls-digital, she reports on her first impressions [more]

published: 06.12.2021

Germany-wide DMKG headache registry has recorded 1000 patients

The headache register of the German Migraine and Headache Society (DMKG), co-developed at Hof University of Applied Sciences, has recorded its 1000th patient. The aim of the Germany-wide project is to identify gaps in medical care for headaches and to improve treatment [more]

published: 06.12.2021

30 modern and mobile chairs – Hisham Nazmy donates private profit

In a private raffle, university employee Hisham Nazmy had recently won 30 modern chairs with a total value of over 27000 EUR. They will benefit Hof University of Applied Sciences in the future. [more]

published: 02.12.2021

Prof. Stapelkamp celebrates service anniversary: Change as a constant

25 years of public service, 12 of them at Hof University of Applied Sciences - congratulations to Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c.. Jürgen Lehmann now congratulated Prof. Torsten Stapelkamp from the Department of Media Design [more]

published: 02.12.2021

Making concrete suggestions for improvements with “Change it!

Make your university even better! With "Change it!", a new portal is now online on the Hof University of Applied Sciences website, where students can now submit concrete suggestions for improvement on specific topics every semester and thus participate directly in the change management of their university. [more]

published: 01.12.2021

Master’s students develop 3D hybrid printer: Start-up support bears more and more fruit

The promotion of founders is a top priority at Hof University of Applied Sciences and the digital startup center Einstein1. SmartZavod is another ambitious, international startup team that has already received a prestigious startup award. [more]

published: 01.12.2021

Hof University impresses with high practical relevance in computer science

Following very good results in studies on bachelor's degree programs in computer science, Hof University of Applied Sciences now also impresses in the new CHE University Ranking in the area of computer science master's degree programs. In particular, excellent ratings were achieved in the category "Contact with professional practice". [more]

published: 01.12.2021

For high-quality training: VR Bank Bayreuth-Hof supports HofSpannung

VR Bank Bayreuth-Hof eG supports the HofSpannung e.V. association with a donation of EUR 5000. As part of the association's work, students receive excellent practical training in areas such as mechanics, electrics and software development. [more]

published: 01.12.2021

Active against migration causes: Knowledge Transfer & Network Building in Tunisia

Hof University of Applied Sciences supports the establishment of scientific networks in Tunisia and teaches knowledge in the fields of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and mechatronics locally. To this end, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Valentin Plenk, Vice President Research and Development at Hof University of Applied Sciences, has now completed a tour across the North African country [more]

published: 27.11.2021

“Christmas is Our High Time!”: Change in the university chaplaincy team

The pastors Rudolf Koller and Hans-Jürgen Wiedow formed the university chaplaincy together since 2010. In the meantime, Pastor Wiedow has left Hof. In his place, vicar Sebastian Schiller from Münchberg has now been entrusted with the task at Hof University. In an interview with Campuls-digital, Rudolf Koller gives an insight into the work of the university chaplaincy. [more]

published: 26.11.2021

10 years of OSBA – great progress in the dissemination of open source

The OSB Alliance is committed to anchoring the importance of open source software and open standards for a digitally sovereign society in the public consciousness and is supported by the Institute for Information Systems at Hof University of Applied Sciences (iisys) [more]

published: 26.11.2021

6. EU Forum: Importance of the European Union for the Region Remains High

The importance of the European Union for the region was the focus of the now 6th EU Forum at Hof University of Applied Sciences, which was attended by almost 50 interested visitors. Among other things, they heard presentations on the question "What does the EU actually do in Upper Franconia?" and were able to engage in discussions about the insights gained. [more]

published: 23.11.2021