Study on the move!
Study on the move!
Healthy Teaching and Learning at the UOL
The University of Oldenburg’s Student Health Management team was successful with its project idea ‘Healthy Teaching & Learning’ as part of the‘Bewegt studieren 3.0’initiative organised by the General German University Sports Association and the Techniker Krankenkasse. The aim of the project is to integrate exercise and mindfulness more closely into study and teaching. The aim is to support lecturers in incorporating health-promoting methods into their courses, whilst workshops on topics such as mindfulness, stress management, resilience and exercise are offered to students. In addition, an app is being developed to encourage short exercise breaks, and an exercise and relaxation programme is being offered for exam periods.
Students at the University of Oldenburg are warmly invited to take part in the project. If you are interested, please write to: .
Events and dates for the 2026/27 winter semester
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For teachers
Active learning
1.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Exercise Further training Face-to-faceLecturers
Description:
Long periods of sitting and a sedentary teaching environment characterise everyday university life and have a negative impact on both students’ physical health and their concentration and learning performance. Yet physical activity can support the teaching and learning process in a variety of ways. It not only serves to break up the routine but can also be a pedagogical tool for active and sustainable learning. In this course, you will explore the fundamentals and potential of active learning. Alongside scientific findings on the relationship between physical activity, attention and learning, you will be introduced to ways of designing active learning sessions. The course will address both engaging methods for face-to-face and online formats, as well as issues relating to classroom design, the role of the lecturer and how to deal with potential resistance. The aim is to understand physical activity as an integral part of good teaching and to develop concrete approaches for your own teaching practice.
Here’s what you can expect from this programme:
Course details
Date
Mon 18 November 2026, 1.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Venue
TBA
Lecturer
Dr Tim Wohlann
Registration
Places are limited. Registration is required.
To register: (UOL teaching staff)
Registration deadline: 11 November 2026
Target audience
Lecturers 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.
Mindful Teaching
1.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Mindful Further training Face-to-faceLecturers
Description:
Everyday life at university is often characterised by a fast pace, a high volume of information and numerous demands – for both students and teaching staff. These conditions can impair concentration, learning ability and well-being. Mindful teaching offers the opportunity to shape learning processes more consciously, to promote attention and to create an appreciative atmosphere that fosters learning. In this course, you will explore the fundamentals and potential of mindful teaching. Alongside academic insights into mindfulness, attention, stress management and learning, you will discover specific methods that can be easily integrated into various teaching formats. The focus is on brief prompts, conscious transitions between teaching phases, creating an atmosphere conducive to learning, and reflecting on your own role as a lecturer. The aim is to develop practical approaches for a teaching style that promotes well-being, concentration and mutual respect.
Here is what you can expect from this programme:
Event information
Date
Mon 25 November 2026, 1.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Venue
TBA
Lecturer
Dr Imke Aits
Registration
Places are limited. Registration is required.
To register: (UOL lecturers)
Registration deadline: 18 November 2026
Target audience
Lecturers 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.
For students
Procrastination: I’ll definitely get started tomorrow! – Mindfully recognising and overcoming procrastination
3.00 pm – 4.30 pm
MindfulnessWorkshopFace-to-faceStudents
Description:
Almost everyone is familiar with putting off unpleasant tasks. However, if this tendency becomes increasingly strong and causes ever-greater problems, it is important to take action. In this workshop, you will learn about the underlying causes of procrastination and identify your own triggers for putting things off. Using the RAIN method, short mindfulness exercises and practical strategies for everyday life, you will develop concrete ways to tackle procrastination. New patterns of behaviour will be practised mindfully and without self-criticism.
Event information
Date
, Tuesday 27 October 2026, 3.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Venue
, V03 0-D001
Lecturer
Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Corinna Hößle
Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register
Target audience
Students at the University of Oldenburg.
Language
This course is taught in German.
What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this course.
Back health in everyday student life
5.00 pm – 6.00 pm
ExerciseWorkshopOnlineStudents
Description:
Back pain is very common – particularly in everyday student life, which involves a lot of sitting, studying and working at a computer screen. This workshop aims to help you understand your own back better and learn simple strategies and practical exercises for a healthy student lifestyle.
Contents:
- Understanding back health: the basics of spinal anatomy and physiology
- Prevention: What keeps our backs healthy in the long term?
- Ergonomics: What does a back-friendly workplace look like?
- Healthy conditions: What factors support back health?
- Healthy behaviour: What changes can I make myself in my daily life?
Event information
Date
, Thursday 29 October 2026, 5.00 pm – 6.00 pm
Venue
Online
Lecturer
Anne Ideler
Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register
Target audience
Students 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.
Active recovery and relaxation
4.00 pm – 5.30 pm
ExerciseWorkshopFace-to-faceStudents
Description:
This interactive workshop focuses on regeneration and recovery. You’ll learn about various exercises and methods (e.g. breathing techniques, mobilisation and stretching exercises) that you can integrate straight into your daily student life, making it more conducive to taking breaks and staying active.
Contents:
- What happens in the body and brain during recovery? Why are breaks important for learning performance?
- Active vs. passive recovery
- Common recovery pitfalls among students (social media, the ‘coffee loop’, lack of time)
- Specific methods and exercises
- Developing a personal recovery strategy
Event information
Date
Tuesday 17 November 2026, 4.00 pm – 5.30 pm
Venue
, V03 0-C003
Lecturer
Mazlum Demirci
Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register
Target audience
Students at the University of Oldenburg.
Language
This course is taught in German.
What to bring
You do not need to bring anything for this course.
Focus and concentration – studying attentively in a world full of distractions
3.00 pm – 4.30 pm
MindfulWorkshopFace-to-faceStudents
Description:
How can you manage to stay truly focused whilst studying and avoid checking your mobile phone? In this workshop, we’ll explore how it’s possible to live and work with renewed focus in a digital world characterised by sensory overload. You’ll learn about the theory and practical strategies behind this – from single-tasking and time blocking to consciously designing your learning environment and short mindfulness exercises. Together, you’ll explore and reflect on what supports your personal focus and promotes concentration, enabling you to enter a fulfilling state of flow that enhances your wellbeing.
Event information
Date
, Thursday 19 November 2026, 3.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Venue
V03 0-C003
Lecturer
Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Corinna Hößle
Registration
Please register via StudIP. Click here to register
Target audience
Students 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.
