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The University of Witten/Herdecke blog brings together many perspectives: Insights into studying, research and campus life as well as stories of people who have shaped UW/H. Students, graduates and graduates report on their individual paths - from the start of their studies to academic successes, start-ups and diverse careers. Other contributions tell what teaching, learning and working at the UW/H is all about - professionally, personally and socially.

We show how ideas are born and commitment grows, where the future is shaped and community is lived. A blog that inspires, offers orientation and makes university life tangible in all its facets. It can be searched for specific topics using the filter.



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Portrait photograph of Judith Schmitz
  • Co-operation and networking
  • Employees
October 2026

People at UW/H – Judith Schmitz: Internationalization Thrives on Encounters

In this interview, Judith Schmitz discusses international mobility, new exchange programs, and why internationalization is a responsibility for the entire university.

 
René Langenströer striking a victory pose.
  • Management
  • Social responsibility
  • Students
September 2026

From a master's degree to a marathon: René Langenströer in search of his next challenge

UW/H student René Langenströer is running the Berlin Marathon for a good cause. In addition to his athletic ambitions, he also has entrepreneurial goals.

 
  • Research
  • Employees
September 2026

People at UW/H – Rene Geißen: From Molecules to the Research Landscape

Dr. Rene Geißen talks about the challenges and opportunities of clinical research, his passion for cycling, and the unique “Witten spirit.”

 
A doctor is treating a woman with ear acupuncture.
  • Graduates
  • Medicine
  • Employees
August 2026

People at the UW/H – Sophia Johnson: Women’s health needs new perspectives

Sophia Johnson offers insights into integrative women’s health and explains why it is important to allow more scope for creativity.

 
Portrait of Ia Estella Pedroli.
  • Diversity
  • PPÖ
August 2026

Ia Estella Pedroli: between conviction and new perspectives

Between art and academia, personal convictions and new perspectives: PPE student Ia Estella Pedroli shares what brought her to UW/H and how she hopes to help shape its community.

 
A portrait of Viktoria Schutschmann against a blue wall.
  • Diversity
  • Psychology
  • Students
July 2026

Viktoria Schutschmann: “I feel at home wherever I can be myself.”

UW/H-student Viktoria on equality, diversity and her personal experiences.

 
A portrait of Philipp Kofler, shown from the neck down to his chest.
  • Employees
  • Dentistry
July 2026

People at the UW/H – Philipp Kofler: Responsibility grows through working together

Philipp Kofler offers insights into his work, which spans pre-clinical research, study data and very personal encounters.

 
Portrait photograph of Rafael Dietzel
  • Graduates
  • Entrepreneurial spirit
  • PPÖ
July 2026

Rafael Dietzel: From PPÖ student to global networker

UW/H graduate Rafael Dietzel talks to us about his studies, formative experiences and connections – and why you shouldn’t plan your career on the drawing board.

 
Two medical students in white lab coats are standing side by side in a modern research laboratory, smiling at the camera.
  • Research
  • Medicine
  • Students
July 2026

“If it says Harvard on the outside, it’s Harvard on the inside.” Two UW/H students on their research placement at the elite university

Determination and initiative led Adrian Illmann and Lotta Keller to spend three months at one of the world’s most renowned immunology laboratories.

 
Portrait of Oliver Skopec.
  • Graduates
  • Democracy
  • Entrepreneurial spirit
July 2026

UW/H graduate Oliver Skopec: “You can’t step out of your comfort zone often enough.”

From start-up founder to member of the state parliament: Oliver Skopec on entrepreneurial thinking, politics and the power of networks.

 
Philipp Raschke is standing in front of a glass display case, above which hangs a school nameplate.
  • PPE – Philosophy, Politics and Economics Master
  • Students
June 2026

A closer look at Europe’s classrooms: Philipp Raschke is researching European educational cultures as part of his PPE Master’s degree

On the PPE (Philosophy, Politics and Economics) Master’s programme at the UW/H, Philipp Raschke has the opportunity to combine his interest in education with fieldwork abroad.