Christmas greetings 2024
In his video Christmas message, Rector Alexander Kratzsch looks back on the year 2024 and, on behalf of the University Executive Board, wishes everyone a Merry Christmas.
There are only a few days left in 2024! It’s time to look back on the most important events at Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences.
In his Christmas message , the Rector, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Alexander Kratzsch, addresses students, staff, the faculty, and all members and partners of the university. He discusses the highlights, challenges, and developments of 2024. In doing so, he takes a look at the progress the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences (HSZG) has made this year.
From the signing of the cooperation agreement for the “Green Circular Economy” research campus to the launch of the new Sustainable Business Administration degree programme and the inauguration of the Mobile Learning Center—in 2024, Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences once again impressively demonstrated how it drives innovation, sustainability, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Its commitment to equal opportunity and diversity—evident, for example, in Equal Opportunity Week or through its first-ever certification as a family-friendly university—also reflects the HSZG’s broad mission and the dedication of its staff.
For Rector Kratzsch, the university’s success is due in particular to the strong sense of cohesion within the university community and its collaboration with external partners. The year 2024 was marked by a vibrant sense of community—whether at the university’s numerous trade show appearances, events such as the College Information Day and the enrollment ceremony, or Taiwan Day. The university’s involvement in the “University for the Future” process continued successfully, giving rise to many creative ideas and initiatives for the HSZG’s sustainable development.
The coming year will also be full of challenges and opportunities. With projects such as the Green Classroom, the further development of the new research campus, and the introduction of innovative degree programs, the HSZG will steadfastly continue on its path of transformation.
On behalf of the University Executive Board, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Alexander Kratzsch wishes all students, staff, and partners of the university a Merry Christmas, restful holidays, and a good start to the year 2025.
Christmas Greeting from the Rector
The year 2024 at the HSZG!
- The HSZG is expanding its international relations with a visit to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- A total of 31 graduates of the 'Studienkolleg' (preparatory college) at HSZG are delighted to receive their degree certificates and, with them, the right to study at a German university.
- The Görlitz district is presenting its overall strategy for energy and grid expansion in the district. The HSZG played a key role in its development.
- 30th International Electrical Engineering Olympiad “Neisse-Elektro”, where students from Poland, the Czech Republic, and Germany put their knowledge to the test.
- From Ulaanbaatar to Zittau: During the visit by the Mongolian delegation to the HSZG, the university strengthened its international cooperation.
- The University Open House offered over 600 guests a diverse program with many hands-on activities at both campuses.
- HSZG Signs Cooperation Agreement to Establish the “Green Circular Economy” (CircEcon) research campus. The project focuses on a greenhouse gas-neutral circular economy and is an important contribution to structural development in Lausitz.
- Tree planting on the Zittau campus on the occasion of the off-site meeting of the Saxon State Government to mark the start of construction on the Green Classroom.
- The HSZG is showcasing itself at the Europe Festival marking the 20th anniversary of the EU’s eastward expansion with a diverse program for the whole family.
- During Week of Equal Opportunity and Teaching Day, the focus is on topics such as accessibility, intercultural competence, and diversity in teaching.
- The Free State of Saxony and the state universities sign a grant agreement for the years 2025 through 2032.
- Signing of a key points document for a new teacher-training program: Together with the University of Leipzig and the Saxon ministries, the key points for the degree programme “Teacher Training at Secondary Schools with Special Needs Education” are being defined.
- Participation in the INSIDERTREFF in Löbau: The main education and university fair in the Görlitz district attracted over 4,000 visitors. Highlights included interactive exhibits, counseling opportunities, and a university scavenger hunt with prize drawings.
- With the founding of Sächsische Filmakademie GmbH by the three shareholders—Allianz Deutscher Produzenten - Film und Fernsehen e.V. (Production Alliance), Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences, and Europastadt Görlitz-Zgorzelec GmbH, a flagship project for promoting skilled professionals and emerging talent in the Görlitz film region is now underway.
- The Faculty of Natural and Environmental Sciences is celebrating its 30th anniversary with 250 guests and a varied program.
- For the first time, HSZG has been awarded the “Family-Friendly University” audit certificate
- Groundbreaking ceremony for the DLR Institute for Low-Carbon Industrial Processes: The new institute will focus on developing sustainable technologies for the decarbonization of industrial processes.
- ESA astronaut Dr. Alexander Gerst visits HSZG and inspires the university community with his account of his experiences in space.
- Courage for technology! On July 1, the theme day: "Self-determined life in old age through assistance technology?" took place at the HSZG.
- First German-Czech Energy Forum at the HSZG in Görlitz
- The towns of Zittau and Görlitz can officially call themselves "university towns". Minister President Kretschmer delivers the notification from the Saxon State Ministry of the Interior after the mayors of Zittau and Görlitz jointly applied for the title in March.
- Since September 1, HSZG students have been able to use the new Germany Semester Ticket
- The Taiwan Day at HSZG kicks off Intercultural Week in the Görlitz district with exciting insights into Taiwan’s culture and economy.
- The graduation ceremony will take place at the Zittau campus. It is open to all graduates who successfully completed their studies between September 1, 2023, and August 31, 2024.
- HSZG Celebrates with Over 700 Guests on October 2 at St. John’s Church in Zittau Formal Enrolment Ceremony
- The “Rolling Lab” trailer, which is known in the region as a mobile classroom for STEM education, will be officially inaugurated. In the future, this mobile learning space will be used primarily at schools and other educational venues to introduce students to modern technology.
- Saxony’s Minister of Energy presents the grant award notification for the “AQVA HEAT III” research and development project to the HSZG and other project partners.
- On October 21, the newly elected Senate and Extended Senate for their constituent meetings.
- Twenty years ago, the first childhood education degree programmes were established at German universities. At HSZG, students have been able to study childhood education
- 20th Recycling and Landfill Workshop Liberec-Zittau brings together experts from Germany, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia to discuss recycling, organic waste, and Environmental Management.
- Introduction of the Sustainable Business Administration degree programme in the 2024–25 winter semester, in collaboration with the Faculties of Business Administration and Engineering Management and Natural and Environmental Sciences
- In the rector election on November 8, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Alexander Kratzsch will be re-elected as Rector of Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences by the Extended Senate.
- International prospective students of the Rahn 'Studienkolleg' in Leipzig explore the HSZG.
- System Accreditation: HSZG will begin the review of the effectiveness of its quality management system on December 4, 2024
- Relaunch of HSZG’s Corporate Design
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