University News: Studierende

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Third-party Funding: TU Chemnitz Nationwide Among the Top Ten

The university was able to procure more than 74 million euros in 2014 – The TU Chemnitz is in 7th place nationwide based on proceeds per professor
Research
Textile Innovation for Bicycles

A team of founders at the TU Chemnitz want to make bicycles even lighter with spokes made from high-tech fibers
Culture
Free Admission for Chemnitz Students

Beginning October 1, 2016, the Kulturticket (Culture Ticket) will take effect – free tickets to museums – and Theater fans can hope for last-minute seats
Research
Expert Network on Inclusion in Schools Established at the TU Chemnitz

The Professorship of General Psychology and Biopsychology provides scientific support to Saxony’s inclusion assistant project for the next five years
Honours
Invited to Conduct Research at a Prestigious Institute

Clemens Bombach, doctoral candidate at the Professorship of Analysis, received a special prize for his scientific presentation from the Student Conference of the German Mathematical Society
Research
For Better Teaching Quality at German Universities

The Professorship of Educational and Developmental Psychology at the TU Chemnitz will present the latest research findings at the 50th Congress of the German Psychological Society
Events
When Chemnitz Throws a Party, the Uni is Right in the Middle

The TU Chemnitz participates in the Chemnitz City Festival on August 27, 2016 with a variety of different entertainment acts and offers
Campus
Mensa Expands its Meatless Menu

A current study conducted by the Chemnitz-Zwickau Sudent Union shows the Mensa is changing: more and more guests prefer vegetarian and vegan dishes
Sports
Ready, Set, Run for the Uni

On September 7, 2016, the TU Chemnitz has the chance to recapture the title of “Most Athletic Company” at the WiC Firmenlauf (company run) – Late deciders can still register until August 26
Events
Summer, Sun, Support - Writing Week

From August 22 through 26, TU Chemnitz students have the chance to work on their writing projects together – the Writing Week offers both structural and content-related assistance
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Beware of Data Disclosure

Social media study at the TU Chemnitz shows: the majority of Facebook users would embellish their profiles to improve their credit rating
Campus
Living the Life on Campus

Students in Chemnitz enjoy living on campus - In the ten TU Chemnitz dormitories, there are 1,800 beds in single apartments, doubles or apartments shared among multiple people
Honours
Access to an Exclusive Network

Fabian Göhler, TU Chemnitz student, receives “MINT Excellence” scholarship
Events
Wanted: Diplomats for New York

Students from all disciplines at the TU Chemnitz can apply to participate in the world’s largest UN simulation, which will take place in New York City in early 2017. Deadline to apply is July 29, 2016
Events
Premiere of the “International Entrepreneurship Night”

Students from all over the world present their business ideas to the public on July 6, 2016 at the TU Chemnitz and meet with entrepreneurship experts
Interview
Making An Interdisciplinary Impact As A Political Scientist

Eleven Questions for Prof. Dr. Eric Linhart, who has held the Professorship of Political Systems since December 2015
Campus
“Gautschfest” Makes a Splash on the Campus Grounds

The 21st day of June, 2016 A.D.: Institute for Print and Media Technology maintains ancient tradition and initiates new members into the printers’ society
People
New TU Chemnitz Rector Elected

Extended Senate of the Technische Universität Chemnitz voted to elect political scientist Prof. Dr. Gerd Strohmeier
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Excellent Marks for the University in Chemnitz

CHE Ranking: the TU Chemnitz is the right choice for anyone seeking a quick and well-supported study program at a university which excels in research
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Chemnitz continues to offer the most affordable flatshares for students

A market research institute compared rental costs for flatshares in more than 120 german university cities at the start of the 2016 summer semester – Chemnitz is just above the 200 Euro mark