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November 9th, 2022

Dear students,

we hope you have arrived well in the new semester so far! The fall and the freshman parties are coming to an end, the days are getting shorter and colder as winter is approaching. But with that, the winter break as well as the Christmas markets and the obligatory Secret Santas near!

We as the Sprat are also fresh into the term. In the last mail we said goodbye to our "Altspratis" and now welcome our "Neuspratis" Ann-Sophie, Conrad, Lars, Moritz, and Sarah, as well as the existing Spratis Lara and Michael.

This winter, energy saving is a big issue because, among other things, prices are rising. Since the university is not exempt from this situation, we also appeal to you to be considerate with energy in the university. Also, a new wave of flu and corona will surely come upon us in the winter, which is why we ask everyone to be considerate of our fellow students and teachers and not to show up sick to lectures, also due to the omission of the mask duty.

What about you? Are you worried about the higher energy prices? How are you doing in terms of Covid? Feel free to give us feedback below in the Uni-Life-Wellbeing-Barometer.

Kind regards
Lars, Ann-Sophie, Michael und Lara
for the Speaker's Council

PS. Feel free to reach out via mail at stuve-sprat@fau.de! The Speaker's Council regularly meets on Monday night at around 7 pm (next meeting Monday 14.11.) in the House of Student Representatives (Turnstraße 7 and on request online at https://fsv.tf/spratzoom). We look forward to and warmly welcome new faces!

PPS. A global pandemic, war, and an energy crisis hallmark the contemporary era. Please let us know how we can support you via our "Suggestion-Box".

The new speaker's council

Welcome texts of the new members of the Sprat

Ann-Sophie
Hello everyone,

My name is Ann-Sophie Scholl and I am in my 2nd year studying a Doctor of Clinical Medicine. I've been a member of the Speakers Council since October and I'm excited to see what else is in store for me. In addition to the Speakers Council, I am also active in the student council of the medical faculty and in several other committees. If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact me :)

Your Ann-Sophie

Conrad
Hi,

I'm Conrad and I'm studying medical technology for my Bachelor's degree. After some time in the student representation of the Faculty of Technology, this is my first time in the Sprat and Senate. I really enjoy this work, because here you can discuss things that affect the whole university. That's exactly the kind of discussion I want to have for you all again this semester, so that the university becomes a good place for everyone.

Lars
Hi,

I am Lars and I have been studying at the FAU Faculty of Sciences for 5 Semesters now, starting during the wonderful year of 2020. I had my first contact with the Stuve after the University elections of 2022, where I was elected into the Student Council, and then 2nd. Chairperson of the Student Council and with that the youngest member of the current Sprat. I hope I can represent you well and can help you out with any issue you may encounter.

Lars Longerich (LL)

Moritz
Hello everyone,

I'm Moritz and I'm studying Digital Humanities for my Master's degree. Since this October I'm the chairperson of the Student Council and member of the Sprat. Like the year before I'm the speaker of the FSV-Phil as well. I'm really looking forward to continuing my engagement and I hope to be able to implement your interests.

To a successful tenure
Moritz Meckl

Sarah
Hi!

My name is Sarah and I have decided after my Bachelor studies together with the engagement at the TH Nuremberg to apply also as a Student Representative here at the FAU besides my Master studies in Computer Science. I am looking forward to contributing to the Student Parliament, the same as the General Student Committee to improve a lot.

Lara
Hello all,

I hope the first couple of weeks back have treated you well and that you've had the opportunity to get out, enjoy the odd party, a glass of bubbles or bier and a good 'ol dance. Thank you for your collective vote of confidence! I am back for a 2. Term in office as Student Senator and a member of the Speakers Council, Student Parliament, Covid Crisis Team and Faculty Representation. I can't wait to meet all of you! Stay strong ♡︎

Your Lara
PS. For those of you who I haven't yet met - I am 21 and in my 2nd year studying a Doctor of Clinical Medicine

Michael
Hi,

my name is Michael, I am 27 and studying a Bachelor of Philosophy and Linguistische Informatik. I am back for my third term in office and keen to focus on a plethora of new projects. I believe that productive, critical and constructive discourse makes our FAU a better place.

Stuve-News.

Fun Fact: News stands for North, East, West, South.

News from the Stuve
As announced in the last Stuve newsletter, we had a Jour Fixe with the Vice President for People Prof. Andreas Hirsch on October 24. Among other things, we had a lively exchange on the topic of menstrual articles in unit toilets. We are happy to announce that the topic has finally gained momentum at the university and that a pilot phase will be planned soon.

We are also excited to announce that the Stuve has been awarded the FAU Medal of Merit for its excellent, critical and constructive cooperation over the past years. Read more...

Ref PR Relaunch: Help shape our social media and communication platforms!
Dear students, the Public Relations working group will meet for the first time in the winter semester 2022/2023 on Friday, 11/11/2022, at 8 pm.

The meeting will take place in the building of the Student Council at Turnstraße 7, 91054 Erlangen (entrance in the backyard) in room 01.013 on the 1st floor (through the kitchen). The meeting will take place under 3G rules. I still ask, if possible, to test yourselves up to 24h before.

The Ref PR takes care of public relations, i.e. we want to promote events and topics around the university among the students and the public. This includes the creation of info videos, maintenance of the Stuve blog, poster, flyer, and sticker advertising for events, creation of social media posts, and communication in all directions, ... Read more...

Error cancelling exam registration on campo
If you have tried to deregister from a (first) exam in the last few months, you should now check if this really happened or if you got a failed attempt entered instead. Until recently, when you deregistered from an exam at campo, the “Cancel registration” button of the privacy policy canceled the deregistration attempt instead of confirming the deregistration. If you tried to deregister from the exam via this button according to the exam regulations, check if you were actually deregistered or if a failed attempt was entered for you. Read more...

FAU for Peace: minute for peace in Iran on November 17 at 6:00 p.m.
The student representation organizes a get-together for peace on November 17th, 2022 at 6 p.m. on the lawn in the Schlossgarten Erlangen (in front of the equestrian monument in the direction of the fountain).

Here we show solidarity with the courageous students and university staff and protesters in Iran, whose life and limb is currently highly endangered. There will be a short speech, a poem, and a moment of silence together. Afterwards we will have the opportunity to discuss the topic together.

FAU Award for Teaching and Award for good Teaching
Teaching is alongside researching one of the big tasks of a university, even if it is sometimes not recognized as much.

To value teaching, the FAU awards one junior scientist per faculty a prize for teaching. Additionally, the Bavarian Ministry of Science, Research and Art awards two lecturers at the FAU a prize for good teaching.

We as Students can make suggestions of lecturers to our deans of studies, who we think taught well and innovatively so that they have a greater chance of being recognized for their effort. Read more...

External-News

Activities from all over - something for everyone

Development of the FAU: Two ministers answer your questions
On November 10th, 2022, 12:15 – 13:45 in the lecture hall C1 in the New Chemical Center, Nikolaus-Fiebiger-Str.10, 91058 Erlangen, UG 1 there will be a discussion with the Bavarian Minister of Science Markus Blume and Minister of the Interior Joachim Herrmann.

For us students, good teaching and learning spaces and also the condition of our campus are a very important component of our studies and also the Well Being during our studies. Read more...

Online lecture: What will the “Referendariat” be like?
Lecture on November 15th, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

All future teachers are familiar with it, but many certainly look at this phase of their training with certain fears and worries. After all, you don’t learn much about it.
We’ll clean it up! Come to our presentation and find out EVERYTHING you want to know about the Referendariat. Experts give you insights into your type of school so that you are well prepared! Of course, you can bring your own questions with you, so that everything that is keeping you awake at night is clarified. Our event is for all students with the goal of becoming a teacher. It doesn’t matter which university or subject. No registration is necessary. Read more...

ETG Company Meet-Up on the 17th of November 2022
Dear students, Are you looking for a working student position, internships or your first job after graduation? Would you like to listen to interesting presentations on the technological topics of our time? – Then we, the ETG Kurzschluss e.V., together with our sponsoring companies (Rohde & Schwarz, Diehl, Intego, etc.) have planned a great event for you: ETG Company Meet-Up on the 17th of November 2022 at K1. Read more...

Digital workshop: Sexual diversity in professional life
On Nov. 17th, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m., FAU Career Services will host a digital workshop on sexual diversity in the workplace.

Sexual diversity does not end at the boundaries of the private sphere. But what relevance does it have, especially in professional life? What challenges should I expect? How do I structure my everyday working life so that I feel comfortable and am able to perform? What goals are worth striving for in my professional life? These are just a few of the questions that will be discussed in the webinar. The focus will be on discussing your own experiences, wishes and fears, and learning from each other.

Zoom chat: studying with disability
Studying can present a wide range of challenges for people with physical and mental disabilities. In a relaxed atmosphere, the Zoom chat on November 18th at 4 p.m. will provide a digital space for networking and exchanging tips and tricks about studying with disabilities. The chat takes place regularly on every 2nd Friday. The link to the Zoom chat is available on the website of the Office for Gender and Diversity: Read more...

Demonstration: Stop patriarchal violence!
Patriarchal violence is a brutal and everyday reality: every third day a man murders his (ex-) partner (so-called femicide). On 20.11., the Trans Day of Remembrance is celebrated annually, on which all victims of transphobic violence are commemorated worldwide. Over 95% of women, lesbians, intersex, non-binary, trans and agender people (WLINTA for short) have experienced sexual harassment. Patriarchal violence limits and threatens the lives of WLINTA on a daily basis: let’s take to the streets together against this on the day against violence against women and queers! Let’s be loud together!

The demonstration will start on the 25th of November at 5:30 pm at Beşiktaş-Platz in Erlangen and will move through the city centre. Immediately afterwards, we would like to invite you to the Zentrum Wiesengrund for Vefa (Vegan Food for All), drinks and concert and lots of talks and networking. Read more...