_{EnergizerStudents and staff Online}

Description:
Before the day gets into full swing with appointments, lectures, emails and to-do lists: take a moment for yourself. In this short session, you’ll learn simple breathing and mindfulness exercises to help you start the day feeling mindful, calm and focused.
The exercises require no prior experience, are easy to do and can be seamlessly incorporated into your everyday work or study routine – whether before your first meeting or as you head into the lecture theatre. For greater calm, focus and well-being – so you can get through the day feeling relaxed and with a clear head.

Event information

Date
Tuesday 3 November 2026, 09:00 – 09:15

Venue
Online

Lecturer
Hannah Uppenkamp, Strong Partners on behalf of Techniker Krankenkasse

Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{ConsultancyStaff In-person}

Description:
Listening at work can be tiring – whether in a meeting, on the phone or when several people are speaking at once. Tinnitus, dizziness or other hearing-related complaints can also make everyday working life more difficult. During these short office hours, we’ll discuss your personal situation in confidence and develop practical solutions for your everyday working life. Topics include:

• Communication and hearing in the workplace

• Technical and organisational aids

• Tinnitus and dizziness

• Severe disability and the severe disability card

• Funding opportunities through the Integration Office

As a specialist integration service for people with hearing impairments, I can also advise you on adapting your workplace and on suitable support services. Do you have a question about hearing and work? Just bring it along!

Event information

Date
, Tuesday 3 November 2026, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm – 15 minutes each for your questions

Venue
, V01-3-322a (map)

Lecturer
Katrin Lueßmann, social worker and social education worker

Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register . Once you have successfully registered, please initially keep the time slot from 09:00 to 12:00 free; you will be allocated a fixed time slot within 48 hours.

Target group
Staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session. You are welcome to prepare any questions you may have for the office hours.

_{Workshop Students and staff Face-to-face}

Description:
Whether in a presentation, a seminar, a meeting or a job interview: time and again we find ourselves in situations that cannot be planned and in which we have to do the right thing on the spot. Improvisation can be practised – and that is precisely what this workshop for students and staff is all about.
In improvisational theatre, spontaneity is key – a skill that translates perfectly to both academic life and everyday working life. Through games and role-play exercises, participants discover their creative potential and develop precisely the skills that are in demand in the workplace: spontaneity, confidence in front of groups and communication skills. The principle of ‘embracing mistakes’ takes the pressure off and encourages participants to try new things. Improvisational theatre is fast-paced, witty and great fun. After all, courage means ‘taking action and doing things’.

Event details

Date
, Tuesday 3 November 2026, 10.00–11.30 am

Venue
, Unikum Stage 1 (map)

Lecturer
Jürgen Böse, Cultural Officer, Studierendenwerk Oldenburg

Registration
Places for this event are limited. Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this event.

_{Workshop Students and staff Face-to-face}

Description:
Do you ever feel stressed, tense or restless in certain situations? You’re not alone! In this workshop, you’ll learn a self-help technique that’s available whenever you need it and can help with restlessness and tension. Tapping acupressure is a tried-and-tested method that has a calming effect by stimulating specific acupuncture points. No prior knowledge is required.

Event information

Date
, Tuesday 3 November 2026, 11:00 – 12:00

Venue
, Unikum Stage 2 (map)

Lecturer
Daniel Terhaar, Psychological Counselling Service

Registration
Places for this event are limited. Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{EnergizerStudents and staff In-person}

Description:
Clear your head whilst having good conversations: we use our lunch break to go for a walk together, get some fresh air and get moving. We walk together across the campus and through the Haarenniederung. Just pop along and join us.

It’s helpful to register in advance, but those who decide to join at the last minute are also very welcome.

Event details

Date
Tue 3 November 2026, 1.00 pm – 1.30 pm

Venue
, Unikum underpass, Stage 1 (map)

Lecturer
Antje Mertens, Student Health Management

Registration
Please register via StudIP: Click here to register . Please note that this event does not take place during working hours.

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{LectureStudents and staff Online}

Description:
Working from home – whether as a student or in a job – offers many advantages, such as greater flexibility or no need to commute. But it also has its downsides and can heighten the feeling of being less connected to others in everyday life. In this session, participants will learn how loneliness can arise when working from home, what effects it can have on wellbeing, motivation and collaboration, and what strategies can help to actively counteract it and stay socially connected. As well as expert insights, the focus is primarily on practical tips: for fostering greater connection with one another, creating mindful social moments in everyday life, and exploring new ideas on how genuine closeness, a sense of belonging and meaningful contact can be established and maintained, both within and beyond the digital world.

Event information

Date
, Tuesday 3 November 2026, 1.00 pm – 2.00 pm

Venue
Online

Lecturer
Julia Bröckmüller, Psychologische Wege, on behalf of Techniker Krankenkasse

Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{LectureStudents and staff Online}

Description:
Social media is always with us: in bed in the morning, on the go, during study breaks and on the sofa in the evening. It connects us with others, entertains us and keeps us informed. At the same time, it can capture our attention, encourage comparisons and make it harder to relax.
This interactive talk explores why the news feed is so compelling, when its use can become a burden, and how to engage with social media in a mindful and healthy way without having to give it up altogether.

Contents
– What does social media do to our brains? (Likes, dopamine, concentration problems)
– How does social media affect our health? (Community, FOMO, ...)
– When does a habit become a problem?
– When the feed changes our perspective (algorithms, echo chambers, fake news)
– Using social media mindfully (dealing with comparisons, trends and ideals; digital balance)

Event information

Date
Tuesday 3 November 2026, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm

Venue
Online

Lecturer
Lea Schwerin, on behalf of Techniker Krankenkasse

Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{LectureStudents and staff Online}

Description:
What exactly is a self-help group and how can it help? This talk provides a concise insight into the possibilities of community-based self-help, shows ways to join a suitable group and explains how interacting with people in similar life situations can be helpful.

Event details

Date
Tue 3 November 2026, 3.00 pm – 3.45 pm

Venue
Online

Lecturer
Nele Holz, BeKoS

Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This course is conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{EnergizerStudents and staff In-person}

Description:
Treat yourself to a mindful break from everyday life and find your inner peace. You can look forward to a gentle yoga session focusing on mindfulness, complemented by relaxing breathing exercises. The focus is on your personal wellbeing, inner peace and a conscious connection with yourself.
The session is suitable for all fitness levels. No prior experience is required.

Event information

Date
Tuesday 3 November 2026, 4.30 pm – 5.15 pm

Venue
, Activity Room 3 (map)

Tutor
Rena Lüken

Registration
Places for this event are limited. Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
Please wear comfortable sportswear.

_{Sport & SocialisingStudents and staff In-person}

Description:
Whether you’re a board game fan, a card game enthusiast or simply curious about a sociable evening, a colourful selection of party games awaits participants at Board Game Night. Whether it’s classics, quick rounds or slightly trickier games, the focus is on having fun together. You can take part on your own, with friends or colleagues. Once there, it’s easy to join a game and try out different ones. If you’d like to bring along your own favourite game, you’re more than welcome to do so.

Booking in advance is helpful, but last-minute visitors are also very welcome.

Event information

Date
Tuesday 3 November 2026, 5.00 pm – 9.00 pm

Venue
StudiLounge (map)

Tutor
Imke Hagedorn, AStA

Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register . Please note that this event does not take place during working hours.

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German. However, the language may be adapted on the day.

What to bring
You are welcome to bring your own games.

_{Workshop Students and staff In-person}

Description:
Studies show that singing is good for our health in various ways: it can relieve stress, improve breathing, strengthen the cardiovascular system and even boost the immune system. When we sing together in groups, this can also strengthen our sense of connection with others.
The UniChor has been active at the University of Oldenburg for over 30 years: “The choir’s programme is a colourful mix of shorter works from different eras, cultures and genres. Variety is part of the concept, so that all participants can find something to their taste or explore new musical worlds.” (https://uol.de/unichor) Around 60 people meet every Tuesday during term time at 6.15 pm in the auditorium of the A11 building. Anyone can join in – even without any prior experience – and it’s entirely up to you how confidently you handle your own ‘instrument’: Experimentation is allowed and encouraged! Participation is free of charge.
On this evening, the UniChor is opening its doors to us, and anyone interested is welcome to drop by, have a go and sing along.

It would be helpful if you could register in advance, but those who decide to come at the last minute are also very welcome.

Event details

Date
Tuesday 3 November 2026, 6.15 pm – 7.45 pm

Venue
, A11 Auditorium (map)

Lecturer
Silja Stegemeier, Institute of Music

Registration
Please register via StudIP: Click here to register . Please note that this event does not take place during working hours.

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{EnergizerStudents and staff Online}

Description:
Before the day gets into full swing with appointments, lectures, emails and to-do lists: take a moment for yourself. In this short session, you’ll learn simple breathing and mindfulness exercises to help you start the day feeling mindful, calm and focused.
The exercises require no prior experience, are easy to do and can be incorporated quite simply into your everyday work or study routine – whether before your first meeting or before heading into the lecture theatre. For greater calm, focus and wellbeing – so you can get through the day feeling relaxed and with a clear head.

Event information

Date
Wednesday 4 November 2026, 09:00 – 09:15

Venue
Online

Lecturer
Hannah Uppenkamp, Strong Partners P.p. Techniker Krankenkasse

Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{LectureStudents and staff Online}

Description:
Why do we sometimes fail to follow through on our plans, even though we know exactly what would be good for us? This session explores how self-efficacy develops, which internal and external factors strengthen or hinder it, and why realistic goals, small steps forward and a constructive approach to setbacks are crucial. Participants will receive practical suggestions on how to maintain their motivation and make more conscious use of their own opportunities for action in their everyday student and working lives.

Event information

Date
, Wednesday 4 November 2026, 10.30–11.30 am

Venue
, online

Lecturer
Lars Kaiser, KJP Staff Development, P.p. Techniker Krankenkasse

Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This course is conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{EnergizerStudents and staff In-person}

Description:
Clear your head whilst having good conversations: we use our lunch break to go for a walk together, get some fresh air and get moving. We walk together across the campus and through the Haarenniederung. Just pop along and join us.

It’s helpful to register in advance, but those who decide to join at the last minute are also very welcome.

Event details

Date
Wed 4 November 2026, 1.00 pm – 1.30 pm

Venue
, Unikum underpass, Stage 1 (map)

Lecturer
Tim Wohlann, Student Health Management

Registration
Please register via StudIP: Click here to register . Please note that this event does not take place during working hours.

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{LectureStudents and staff Online}

Description:
Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used not only as a tool, but also as a conversation partner, advisor or apparent counterpart. This talk explores the opportunities this development offers, the psychological and social risks that may be associated with it, and what continues to make human relationships indispensable. The focus is on the question of how AI can be used consciously without running the risk of replacing genuine interaction, social connection and interpersonal rapport.

Event information

Date
, Wednesday 4 November 2026, 1.30 pm – 2.30 pm

Venue
, online

Lecturer
Lars Kaiser, KJP Human Resources Development, on behalf of Techniker Krankenkasse

Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This course is conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{LectureStudents and staffOnline}

Description:
Loneliness is an underestimated social phenomenon with far-reaching consequences for mental and physical health. This lecture explores loneliness as a subjective experience and demonstrates why it is not the number, but the quality of social relationships that is crucial. Drawing on the latest epidemiological data, the lecture will outline the prevalence of loneliness, at-risk groups and critical life stages – as well as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. It will also explain why humans are neurobiologically particularly sensitive to social isolation and how loneliness affects health and life expectancy. Finally, effective prevention and intervention strategies from the fields of medicine, psychotherapy, society and politics will be presented. The lecture makes it clear that loneliness is not a personal failure, but a shared societal challenge.

Event details

Date
, Wednesday 4 November 2026, 3.30 pm – 4.15 pm

Venue
In-person (BIS Hall) (map) or online (BigBlueButton)

Lecturer
Prof. Dr Dr René Hurlemann, University Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy

Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register
When registering, you can choose whether you would like to attend in person (BIS Hall) or online (BigBlueButton).

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{Sport & SocialisingStudents and staff In-person}

Description:
Whether you’re an experienced table football player, a beginner or simply fancy a game of table football at the tournament, the focus is on the sporting competition. The tournament is played using the Monster DYP format. In Monster DYP, teams are reshuffled after each round. This means that, over the course of the tournament, you’ll play with different partners against different teams. This keeps things varied and exciting right up to the end. Everyone can stay in the tournament until the very end, ensuring they get playing time throughout.

Spectators are very welcome!

Programme:

• 4.00 pm: Check-in
• 4.30 pm: Matches begin

Event information

Date
, Wednesday 4 November 2026, 4.00 pm – 7.30 pm

Venue
, canteen (Culinarium entrance) (map)

Lecturer
Björn Staas, Student Health Management

Registration
Places for this event are limited. Please register via StudIP: Click here to register . Please note that this event does not take place during working hours.

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this event.

_{Games & SocialisingStaffAttendance}

Description:
You are warmly invited to join our “Stammtisch”, where you can meet other international scholars and have a chat with the PhD tutors. Your first non-alcoholic drink will be on the house. For more information on the restaurant and menu, please visit their official website.

When? Wednesday , 4 November 2026, 7 pm
Where? “Dreieck” (Address: Röwekamp 23, 26121 Oldenburg)

Event information

Date
Wednesday 4 November 2026, 7.00–9.00 pm

Venue
Dreieck

Organiser
International Office

Registration
We look forward to receiving your registration. This helps us to plan, but you are also welcome to attend on the day.

Target audience
Employees – for international PhD students and postdocs

Language
English (mainly) / German

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this activity.

_{EnergizerStudents and staff Online}

Description:
Before the day gets into full swing with appointments, lectures, emails and to-do lists: take a moment for yourself. In this short session, you’ll learn simple breathing and mindfulness exercises to help you start the day feeling mindful, calm and focused.
The exercises require no prior experience, are easy to do and can be seamlessly incorporated into your everyday work or study routine – whether before your first meeting or as you head into the lecture theatre. For greater calm, focus and wellbeing – so you can get through the day feeling relaxed and with a clear head.

Event information

Date
Thursday 5 November 2026, 09:00 – 09:15

Venue
Online

Lecturer
Hannah Uppenkamp, Strong Partners on behalf of Techniker Krankenkasse

Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{WorkshopEmployees Face-to-face}

Description:
Day-to-day work at universities often revolves around performance, responsibility, expectations and comparisons with others. It is easy to lose sight of what makes us valuable, regardless of our tasks, roles and results. In this three-hour in-person workshop, we take the time to consciously strengthen our own self-worth in the context of work.

The workshop offers an opportunity to recognise our own strengths, values, motivators and standards, whilst also exploring which sources of self-worth can give us strength in our day-to-day working lives. Together, we will address questions such as:

• What defines me – beyond my performance?
• How can I treat myself with more kindness and support?
• How do I deal with ‘imposter syndrome’, insecurity, the tendency to compare myself with others and ‘bad days’?
• And how can we value and support one another in the workplace?

The workshop is resource-oriented, practical and interactive. It provides space for self-reflection, discussion and practical ideas for a healthy, appreciative approach to ourselves and one another, as a strengthened sense of self-worth can be an important foundation for genuine connection.

Event details

Date
: Thursday 5 November 2026, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Venue
, V01-3-322 (map)

Lecturer
Dr Nadine Binder, on behalf of Techniker Krankenkasse

Registration
Places for this event are limited. Please register here: Click here to register

Target audience
Staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{WorkshopStudents and staffOnline}

Description:
In times of constant change, uncertainty and increasing demands, resilience is a key skill for maintaining well-being and performance. This interactive 90-minute workshop introduces participants to the seven core skills of resilience and explores practical strategies for dealing with stress, challenges and change more effectively. Through self-reflection and evidence-based methods, participants will identify personal strengths, develop greater emotional awareness and learn how to strengthen optimism, self-efficacy and adaptability.

Event Information

Date & Time
, Thursday 5 November 2026, 9.30–11.00 am

Venue
Online

Tutor
Anette Kölling, Team Caterva, P.p. Techniker Krankenkasse

Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target group
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This event will be held in English.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything to this event.

_{WorkshopStaff (teachers)Online}

Description:
Hybrid teaching and learning formats offer a wide range of opportunities to make courses more inclusive and accessible. They can enable students with different life circumstances and needs – such as chronic or mental health conditions, limited mobility or care responsibilities – to participate.

However, implementing hybrid teaching presents lecturers with organisational, technical and, in particular, pedagogical challenges: How can both on-campus and online participants be equally engaged? Which methods promote interaction and a sense of belonging? And what are the limitations of hybrid teaching formats?

The workshop will present the technical requirements as well as examples of the pedagogical design of hybrid teaching formats. Together, we will discuss the possibilities and limitations of participation that fosters learning, and develop approaches to ensure that hybrid teaching can succeed under the real-world conditions of everyday university life.

Event information

Date
, Thursday 5 November 2026, 12.30–1.30 pm

Venue
Online

Lecturer
Wibke Duwe, Higher Education Pedagogy

Registration
Please register via the Department of Higher Education Pedagogy. Click here to register

Target audience
Teaching staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this course.

_{EnergizerStudents and staff In-person}

Description:
Clear your head whilst having good conversations: during a group walk, we make the most of our lunch break to get some fresh air and get moving. We walk together across the campus and through the Haarenniederung. Just pop along and join us.

It’s helpful to register in advance, but those who decide to join at the last minute are also very welcome.

Event information

Date
Thu 5 November 2026, 1.00 pm – 1.30 pm

Venue
, Unikum underpass, Stage 1 (map)

Lecturer
Inga Stelter, Workplace Health Management

Registration
Please register via StudIP: Click here to register . Please note that this event does not take place during working hours.

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{EnergizerStudents and staff In-person}

Description:
Treat yourself to a mindful break from everyday life and find your inner peace. You can look forward to a gentle yoga session focusing on mindfulness, complemented by relaxing breathing exercises. The focus is on your personal wellbeing, inner peace and a conscious connection with yourself.
The session is suitable for all fitness levels. No prior experience is required.

Event information

Date
Thursday 5 November 2026, 1.30 pm – 2.15 pm

Venue
, Activity Room 3 (map)

Tutor
Rena Lüken

Registration
Places for this event are limited. Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
Please wear comfortable sportswear.

_{WorkshopStudents and staffIn-person}

Description:
Do you remember the summer hit of 2026? Didn’t we all sing along to ‘You’re good enough / I don’t know what the world tells you / Just be yourself’ – but how do we actually put that into practice in everyday life? This workshop explores that very question. It’s about dealing with self-doubt and taking a positive view of your own skills.
We’ll be discussing topics such as the inner critic and establishing contact with our own strengths.
And by the end, hopefully we’ll be able to say: “You’re not alooone”

Event details

Date
Thursday 5 November 2026, 2.15 pm – 3.45 pm

Venue
, Unikum Stage 2 (map)

Lecturer
Vanessa Hinsch, Psychological Counselling Service

Registration
Places for this session are limited. Please register via StudIP. Click here to register

Target audience
Students and staff at the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.

_{WorkshopEmployeesOnline}

Description:
Food is the ultimate cultural asset, as it peacefully brings people together across the globe and fosters a sense of connection not only with ourselves but also with those around us. Especially in today’s world, it’s more important than ever to nurture existing connections and perhaps forge new ones too. And there’s hardly anything better than conjuring up delicious international dishes together – something that’s perfectly possible online too. Let’s spend two hours together chopping, chatting, tasting and having fun. And by the end, everyone will have conjured up their own culinary creation – one that even the whole family can tuck into. To make sure things don’t get a bit one-sided, a lively exchange is absolutely encouraged! So sign up, fire up the hob, warm up your voice and let’s get started!

Information on taking part:

• The event is organised and registration handled by our partner, Techniker Krankenkasse; the University of Oldenburg accepts no liability for any damage.
• Approx. 1 week before the event begins: Participants will receive the list of ingredients by email. This gives you plenty of time to get the ingredients. Any queries regarding allergens etc. can be sent in advance by email to the organiser:
• One day before the event begins: Participants will then receive the recipes so that they can prepare their mise en place.
• Requirements: Laptop with a camera, microphone, speakers, web browser, internet access, basic kitchen equipment, a love of cooking and a willingness to get involved

Event information

Date
Thursday 5 November 2026, 6.00 pm – 8.00 pm

Venue
Online

Tutor
Dirk Ganter, on behalf of Techniker Krankenkasse

Registration
Places for this event are limited. Please register here: Click here to register. Please note that this event does not take place during working hours.

Target audience
Employees of the University of Oldenburg.

Language
This session will be conducted in German.

What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this session.