FAQ
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Before Opening Week
I’m enrolled, what happens next?
Welcome to Leuphana University!
We have sent the invitations for the Opening Week, along with all important information, to your Leuphana email address. If you haven't received an invitation from us yet, feel free to contact us by email: openingweek@leuphana.de. All further information will also be sent to your Leuphana email address.
What is the Opening Week?
The Opening Week is the kick-off event for your studies. Together with other first-year students, you will work on the first major project of your studies, laying the foundation for your academic journey.
The Opening Week offers the perfect start to your time at Leuphana: you will get to know the university, make your first friends, and receive important information about your studies and student life. The experiences and insights from the Opening Week will accompany you throughout your entire studies!
What about the topics?
During the Opening Week, you will work with your project group on a subtopic related to the overall Opening Week topic INTELLIGENCE. Through various formats like panel talks, interviews, or discussions with an academic expert, you will dive into the topic, expand your knowledge, engage in stimulating discussions, and ultimately reach a noteworthy result.
An overview of the subtopics can be found here.
Is the Opening Week mandatory?
The Opening Week is not mandatory, but we highly recommend participating. It’s a unique opportunity to get to know the university, make friends, and gather essential information about your studies at Leuphana. By working on an exciting project, you will actively engage in the academic world and directly experience the interdisciplinary approach of the university. The Opening Week is the perfect start into your studies, which will officially begin with the start of the lecture period on October 14.
How do I sign up for the Opening Week?
On September 25th, starting at 4:00 PM, you can choose your project topic. The selection process works on a "first come, first serve" basis. If some project groups are full, you may need to opt for a second or third choice. You can already familiarize yourself with the offered project topics on our website. Please contact us at openingweek@leuphana.de if you haven't received this email.
What do I need to bring to the Opening Week?
Besides plenty of curiosity, it will be helpful if you bring a laptop or another mobile device. Headphones can also be useful. If you have some, please bring them along.
Additionally, a 10€ deposit will be collected for the Leuphana Card, which you should bring in cash on the first day. If you plan to eat in the cafeteria, you will also need cash to load money onto your cafeteria card.
Where do I get my Leuphana Card?
The Leuphana Card is used to pay in the cafeteria and for the printers in the library, as well as for borrowing media. It should not be confused with your student ID. During the Opening Week, you will receive your Leuphana Card from the tutors of your project group. A deposit of 10€ is required for the Leuphana Card, so please bring the exact amount. To borrow books and use the printers, you will need to personalize the card by first registering online with the Media and Information Center (MIZ) and then going to the service desk in the library foyer. Only after this personalization should you sign the Leuphana Card, not before.
During the regular semester, the Leuphana Card can also be obtained in the library.
All relevant information and more can be found here.
How do I access the WLAN?
You can register for the Leuphana WLAN via your LG number. General information about the Leuphana WLAN can be found here.
Should I set up my Leuphana account already?
Yes! The Leuphana account is your central access point to all digital services at Leuphana, such as myStudy, myCampus, Moodle, and your email account. You will also need it to access your semester ticket in the Leuphana app. Therefore, you should set up your account now. You can find a simple step-by-step guide here.
What is the best way to get to campus?
There will be a bus shuttle between the train station and the university during the Opening Week. You can find further informations here.
In addition, bus lines 5011 (Blücherstraße stop) and 5012 (Universitätsallee stop) are running between Leuphana and the train station.
There are also StadtRAD stations on campus and at the train station where you can rent a bike. Information about the StadtRAD and the code for free use for 60 minutes can be found here.
During Opening Week
Where and when does the Opening Week start on October 1st?
The Opening Week starts on October 1st at 9:00 AM with an interreligious devotion in the auditorium. The official opening ceremony begins at 10:15 AM in the auditorium, where you will be introduced to the project topics, receive initial insights into the topic INTELLIGENCE, and get an outlook on your studies.
Afterwards, the project groups will gather on campus.
How do I find my group?
You can find your project group by the number of the theme you selected in Eveeno. You can see where your groups meets on the campus map, which is available here. All of this information will also be provided at the opening ceremony.
Where can I find a detailed description of the Opening Week programme?
You will soon find the detailed schedule with all program points here.
What language will be spoken during the Opening Week?
English will be the primary language during the Opening Week. We want to include all students in the event and are excited about the diversity and internationality at Leuphana. But don´t worry: we don’t expect anyone to have perfect language skills. If you ever struggle to find the right words, feel free to fall back on “entspannte Zweisprachigkeit” - relaxed bilingualism.
I am looking for a specific building on campus or a specific room?
Hereyou will find a map of the campus and an explanation of the room abbreviations.
Will the Opening Week take place in person?
Yes, the Opening Week takes place in person on campus. We want to offer you an unforgettable Opening Week, and part of that includes having spaces for interaction so you can explore the campus, dive into university life, and form new friendships. We warmly invite you to participate in the Opening Week and the project work on-site.
Can I participate in the Opening Week if I’m not in Lüneburg?
All project group meetings and panel talks will take place in person during the Opening Week. Remote participation is not possible.
What if I can’t attend all days of the Opening Week?
If, for some reason, you can’t attend a particular day of the Opening Week, be sure to inform your project group and tutor. However, we encourage you to see the Opening Week as an opportunity to network with your group and get to know the university. Take full advantage of this special week.
I need help with myStudy!
On Wednesday, October 2nd, there will be a myStudy introduction in the auditorium.
Additionally, we offer myStudy support in the foyer on Wednesday, Monday, and Tuesday. If you have questions about myStudy or your schedule, we are happy to help you there.
You can also find video tutorials about myStudyhere and a detailed userguidehere.
Please note: The official technical support team for myStudy can only help with technical issues, not questions about course offerings or registration. You can reach them at 04131 677 1159 or by email via mystudy@leuphana.de.
Can the Leuphana Semester and the Opening Week be taken later in my studies?
In theory, you could take the Opening Week and the Leuphana Semester later. However, we highly recommend attending both during your first semester. The Opening Week helps you acclimate to the university environment and make new friends, while the Leuphana Semester lays the foundation for academic work, making it the ideal start to university life.
Can Master’s students participate in the Opening Week?
The Opening Week is the introductory and orientation event for new bachelor’s students at the College. Master’s students at the Graduate School have their own event, the Opening Days. You can find more information here.
Awareness: Where can I find help if I'm feeling unwell?
The Leuphana Opening week strives to be a non-violent space. Should you or someone close to you be subjected to any misconduct or feel generally unwell, the Awareness team is available to lend their support and can be contacted at any time during the opening week. Information on how to contact the team and a general code of conduct is available on our website. Said code of conduct elaborates on general rules about how we all would like to treat each other and our ideas for respectful behavior. Please, familiarize yourself with them and take them seriously.
What if my question isn’t answered here?
We are of course available to help with any other questions you may have. Feel free to contact us by email at openingweek@leuphana.de or visit us at the info desk in the foyer of the central building.
Where can I find the Key-Term Sheets?
You can find the Key-Term Sheets at the end of the Project Work Webpage here