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RISE: Inspiration & Startup Night
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In two weeks, OTH Amberg-Weiden will host the highlight of the year in the fields of startup, innovation, and entrepreneurship: Inspiration & Startup Night. This time, the event will feature three inspiring keynote speeches by startups from Nuremberg, London, Weiden, and Delaware (USA).
When? Monday, November 16, 2026, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where? Weiden Lecture Hall Building
Who? Anyone interested in startups, innovation, and entrepreneurship
Following a brief introduction, the Inspiration & Startup Night will kick off with three keynote speeches (in German):
- Tobias Bäumler (COO and co-founder of VITAS GmbH): “Plan B Was Never Planned—Starting a Business Amid Crisis, Hype, and a Fresh Start”
- Alex Netsch (Member of Technical Staff at Balance AI): “Claude vs. Startups: How to Die, Survive, and Win”
- Markus Kett (Founder & CEO of Cyrock.AI Inc.): “Startup—Are You Crazy Enough to Succeed? With Cyrock.AI, Through 10 Years of Startup Hell to an AI Money-Printing Machine”
Then it’s your turn: After a short break with refreshments, you’ll have the opportunity to propose your own topics in two rounds of Barcamp, exchange ideas in small groups, and learn from one another. Whether it’s a business idea, a startup pitch, a tech discussion, or a personal experience—Inspiration & Startup Night thrives on participation and offers a space for your creative ideas and new perspectives.
You can find more information and register for free at https://www.oth-aw.de/startup-night.
Further information from the start-up support:
- From Monday, November 16, 2026, through Friday, November 20, 2026, our partner, the Amberg Economic Development Agency, is offering several free workshops and consulting sessions for startups in the region as part of Amberg Startup Week. You can find all the information and registration details on the Amberg Startup Week and Connect+ Talk Roundtable websites.
- On Friday, November 27, 2026, the Kemnath Startup Night will celebrate its premiere. Starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Kemnath Campus (Schulplatz 4, 95478 Kemnath), you can look forward to keynote presentations, exciting insights into innovative business models, and the first-round pitches for the GründerinnenAWARD. For more information and to register for free, visit the Kemnath Startup Night website.
If youhaveanyfurtherquestionsaboutstart-upsupport at OTH Amberg-Weiden, pleasecontactthe operational manager of the Regional Institute for Start-ups and Entrepreneurship (RISE, https://www.oth-aw.de/rise), Dr. Bastian Vergnon, at b.vergnon
@oth-aw.de or +49 (961) 382-1915.Screening of the documentary film ‘Running Towards New Horizons’
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Dokumentarfilms „Running Towards New Horizons“ Dear students, dear colleagues,
Imagine running around 170 kilometres non-stop. Not on the road, but along mountain trails, through forests and over mountain passes, with an elevation gain of around 10,000 metres, through the night and without a break. That is trail running in its most extreme form. And that is precisely what the UTMB around Mont Blanc is – the most famous race in this sport.
In 2024, a runner from Ecuador finished third there, becoming the first Latin American ever to reach the podium. His name is Joaquín López. Most of you have probably never heard of him.
For my Master’s thesis, I followed him for a year to find out how someone gets that far. The answer surprised me: there was no miracle and no talent that fell from the sky. There was simply a person who started at some point and never stopped. “Running Towards New Horizons” is a film for anyone who sometimes doubts themselves. Filmed in Ecuador and Spain, produced in Japan and Germany.
📅 Thursday, 5 November 2026, 11.00 am to 12.10 pm
📍 Room 211, EMI Faculty, OTH Amberg-Weiden, Amberg campus
11.00 am: Film (36 mins, original English version)
11.36 am: Behind the scenes
11.45 am: Q&A and discussion
Do come along, bring your friends – I look forward to seeing you!
Best regards,
Sebastián Ortiz
🍹 Cocktail course 9th November 🍹
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It's Cocktailtime!! 🍹
🍹 Fancy an evening full of cocktails? 🍸
We've got something special planned for you! 🥳
Together, we'll dive into the world of cocktails, learn how to prepare delicious drinks and, of course, enjoy tasting them! 😉
🕔 When? November 9th, 5 PM
📍Where? SantoRino in Weiden
👥Who? Everyone who's up for a fun evening!
💰Cost? €15 per person
🍸Contwnt: 2 drinks (alcohol free and/or alcoholic) + Tipps & TricksWhether you're already a cocktail pro or simply enjoy ordering drinks at the bar – everyone is welcome! 🍹
Want to join us? Sign up by November 7th via Instagram, WhatsApp or email at fs-webis@oth-aw.de.
Don't wait too long and secure your spot! ⏳
Grab your friends and get ready for an evening full of good vibes and delicious cocktails! 🥂
Your Student Council ☺️
Karaoke // November 5th, 7pm (AM)
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The Karaoke Booth on Your Campus! 🎤🎶
In the mood for an unforgettable night? Then join our karaoke evening and sing your favorite hits – solo or as a duet!
📆 When? Thursday, November 5th
⏰ Time? starting at 7 PM
📍 Where? EMI room 214We’ll have two microphones, a projector, and a mixing console ready for you – everything you need for the perfect karaoke vibe. Nothing stands in the way of your performances!
Get ready for a great night with affordable drinks, your favorite songs, and plenty of good energy. 👩🏻🎤
Your Amberg Student Councils
RISE: Amberg Startup Week
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This November, our partner, the Amberg Economic Development Agency, is offering several free workshops and consulting sessions for startups in the region as part of Amberg Startup Week.
You’ll work with industry professionals, including those from OTH Amberg-Weiden, to take your startup ideas to the next level.
When? Monday, November 16, 2026, through Friday, November 20, 2026
Where? Stadtlabor+ Amberg (Bahnhofstraße 10–12, 92224 Amberg)
Who? Local entrepreneurs and those interested in starting a business
The Amberg Startup Week program includes various workshops and consultations that you can book individually. Depending on what you need for your startup projects.
- Monday, November 16, 2026, 5:00–6:30 p.m.: Business Plan Course (Tina Schmid, VR-Bank Amberg)
- Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 10 a.m.–6:30 p.m.: Free 30-minute initial consultation on logo design, corporate design/branding, web design, and social media (leXpro media)
- Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 10 a.m.–7:30 p.m.: Free 60-minute consultation on the first steps toward starting a business (Stefanie Hoffmann, Regensburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry for the Upper Palatinate/Kelheim & Alexander Seitz, Amberg Economic Development Agency)
- Thursday, November 19, 2026, 4:00–5:00 p.m.: How to Pitch (Dr. Bastian Vergnon, RISE OTH Amberg-Weiden)
- Friday, November 20, 2026, 10:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.: Lego Serious Workshop (Maria Pusoma, OTH Amberg-Weiden)
The highlight of Startup Week is the anniversary Connect+ panel discussion on Thursday, November 19, 2026, starting at 5:00 p.m., where Florian Kiener, co-founder of happybrush, will talk about his journey “From the Upper Palatinate to store shelves across Germany.”
You can find all the information and registration details on the Amberg Startup Week and Connect+ Talk pages. Some events have very limited space, so make your decision quickly.
Further information from the start-up support:
- Save the date: On Monday, November 16, 2026, OTH Amberg-Weiden will host the highlight of the year in the fields of startup, innovation, and entrepreneurship: Inspiration & Startup Night. This time, the event will take place on the Weiden campus starting at 6:00 p.m., featuring three inspiring keynote speeches from startups based in Nuremberg, London, Weiden, and Delaware (USA). You can already find more information and register for free at https://www.oth-aw.de/startup-night
- On Friday, November 27, 2026, the Kemnath Startup Night will celebrate its premiere. Starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Kemnath Campus (Schulplatz 4, 95478 Kemnath), you can look forward to keynote presentations, exciting insights into innovative business models, and the first-round pitches for the GründerinnenAWARD. For more information and to register for free, visit the Kemnath Startup Night website.
- For students, university employees, and alumni whose ideas are still in the early stages or who are generally interested in the topic of founding a company, we are once again offering a virtual initial consultation this week on Thursdays between 1 and 2 p.m. Simply visit this link.
If youhaveanyfurtherquestionsaboutstart-upsupport at OTH Amberg-Weiden, pleasecontactthe operational manager of the Regional Institute for Start-ups and Entrepreneurship (RISE, https://www.oth-aw.de/rise), Dr. Bastian Vergnon, at b.vergnon
@oth-aw.de or +49 (961) 382-1915.RISE: 1. Kemnath Startup Night
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In November, the Kemnath Startup Night will make its premiere. With this new event format, our Kemnath Campus is creating a platform for innovation, entrepreneurship, and forward-thinking ideas.
When? Friday, November 27, 2026, 6:00–9:00 p.m.
Where? Kemnath Campus (Schulplatz 4, 95478 Kemnath)
Who? Anyone interested in startups, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
At Startup Night, you can look forward to keynote speeches by Prof. Dr. Stefan Uebelacker (OTH Amberg-Weiden) and Prof. Dr. Thomas Meenken (TH Deggendorf), as well as exciting insights into innovative business models through startup pitches by Cerebra Laboratories AG and in.shave GmbH.
A special highlight of the evening will be the first-round pitches for the GründerinnenAWARD, which offers prize money for first through third place. In 2026, the participating female founders received intensive support in further developing their business ideas through the “GründerinnenRISE” support program at the Kemnath campus.
Registration is free on the Kemnath Startup Night website.
Further information from the start-up support:
- On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, “Ich bin gerne Chefin!”/GründerinnenTALK will take place again at Coworking Kemnath (Röntgenstraße 14, 95478 Kemnath). This time, the topic is „Ehrenamt bewegt – Frauen gestalten Zukunft. Führung, Verantwortung und gesellschaftliche Wirkung.“ You can register at https://coworking-kemnath.de/events/chefin-okt/
- Save the date: On Monday, November 16, 2026, OTH Amberg-Weiden will host the highlight of the year in the fields of startup, innovation, and entrepreneurship: Inspiration & Startup Night. This time, the event will take place on the Weiden campus starting at 6:00 p.m., featuring three inspiring keynote speeches from startups based in Nuremberg, London, Weiden, and Delaware (USA). You can already find more information and register for free at https://www.oth-aw.de/startup-night
- For students, university employees, and alumni whose ideas are still in the early stages or who are generally interested in the topic of founding a company, we are once again offering a virtual initial consultation this week on Thursdays between 1 and 2 p.m. Simply visit this link.
If youhaveanyfurtherquestionsaboutstart-upsupport at OTH Amberg-Weiden, pleasecontactthe operational manager of the Regional Institute for Start-ups and Entrepreneurship (RISE, https://www.oth-aw.de/rise), Dr. Bastian Vergnon, at b.vergnon
@oth-aw.de or +49 (961) 382-1915.Ethik Forum am 1. Dezember 2026 in Weiden
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Ethik Forum 2026: Was uns zusammenhält
Wie gelingt Zusammenhalt in Zeiten der Polarisierung? Das Ethik Forum der OTH Amberg-Weiden lädt zum Austausch über gesellschaftlichen Zusammenhalt, Streitkultur und demokratischen Dialog ein.Nach mehrjähriger Pause kehrt das Ethik Forum der OTH Amberg-Weiden zurück und startet in diesem Jahr am Standort Weiden.
Am Dienstag, 1. Dezember 2026, ab 18:30 Uhr diskutieren wir unter dem Titel „Was uns zusammenhält – Wie gelingt Zusammenhalt in Zeiten der Polarisierung?“ über die Frage, wie ein respektvoller Umgang mit unterschiedlichen Meinungen und ein konstruktiver demokratischer Dialog gelingen können.
Prof. Laura Völkl (Fakultät WEBIS) moderiert den Abend und begleitet den gemeinsamen Austausch.
Alle Interessierten sind herzlich eingeladen!
Informationen und Anmeldung:oth-aw.de/hochschule/aktuelles/veranstaltungen/ethik-forum
Institut für Nachhaltigkeit und Ethik der OTH Amberg-Weiden
- Ethik Forum 2026(2 MB)
Plakat zum Ethik Forum 2026
Stammtisch | Regulars table Season
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Starting tomorrow!🥳
Es ist wieder Stammtisch-Zeit!
📅 21.10.2026
🕔 16:30 Uhr
📍 MensaKommt vorbei auf einen gemütlichen Abend, gute Gespräche, das ein oder andere Getränk und coole Spiele! 🍻🗣️🎲
Wir freuen uns auf euch!
Eure Fachschaft ☺️
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It’s Regular’s Table time again!
📅 21.10.2026
🕔 4:30 PM
📍 CanteenJoin us for a relaxed evening with great conversations, drinks, and some fun games! 🍻🗣️🎲
We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
Your Student Council ☺️
Leistung. Stil. Gemeinschaft. – Einweihung des neuen Kunstwerks in der Mensa
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Liebe Studierende,
Leistung. Stil. Gemeinschaft. – drei Begriffe, die für das Leitbild unserer Hochschule stehen und nun auch in einem dreiteiligen Kunstwerk sichtbar werden.
Am Dienstag, 6. Oktober 2026, um 12:00 Uhr möchten wir die drei Leinwände der Weidener Künstlerin Katharina Gürtler in unserer Mensa offiziell einweihen.
Nach der Begrüßung und Einordnung des Kunstwerks durch Prof. Dr. Clemens Bulitta, Präsident der OTH Amberg-Weiden, geben die Künstlerin Katharina Gürtler und Dr.Markus Lommer von der Hochschulseelsorge (die das Projekt initiiert und begleitet hat) Einblicke in die Entstehung und die künstlerische Idee. Anschließend wird Prof. Dr. Christiane Hellbach, Vizepräsidentin der OTH Amberg-Weiden, den Gedanken der Mensa als Ort der Begegnung und Gemeinschaft aufgreifen.
📅Dienstag, 06. Oktober 2026
🕛12:00 Uhr
📍Mensa, OTH Amberg-Weiden, Standort WeidenKommt gerne vorbei – wir freuen uns auf euch!
Viele Grüße
Susanne Grundler
Institut für Nachhaltigkeit und EthikRISE: Save the date Inspiration & Startup Night
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This November, OTH Amberg-Weiden will host the highlight of the year in the fields of startup, innovation, and entrepreneurship: Inspiration & Startup Night.
When? Monday, November 16, 2026, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where? Weiden Lecture Hall Building
Who? Anyone interested in startups, innovation, and entrepreneurship
We can already announce our first speaker: Markus Kett, Founder & CEO of Cyrock.AI Inc. The second speaker will be announced soon.
Then it’s your turn: After a short break with refreshments, you’ll have the opportunity to propose your own topics in two rounds of Barcamp, exchange ideas in small groups, and learn from one another. Whether it’s a business idea, a startup pitch, a tech discussion, or a personal experience—Inspiration & Startup Night thrives on participation and offers a space for your creative ideas and new perspectives.
You can find more information and register for free at https://www.oth-aw.de/startup-night.
Further information from the start-up support:
- For students, university employees, and alumni whose ideas are still in the early stages or who are generally interested in the topic of founding a company, we are once again offering a virtual initial consultation this week on Thursdays between 1 and 2 p.m. Simply visit this link.
If youhaveanyfurtherquestionsaboutstart-upsupport at OTH Amberg-Weiden, pleasecontactthe operational manager of the Regional Institute for Start-ups and Entrepreneurship (RISE, https://www.oth-aw.de/rise), Dr. Bastian Vergnon, at b.vergnon
@oth-aw.de or +49 (961) 382-1915.Reminder: adh University Run on September 20
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This Sunday, September 20, is the big day: To mark International University Sports Day (IDUS), the adh University Run is back for its seventh edition. So lace up your running shoes and head out into the—hopefully beautiful—fall weather!
On September 20th, we’ll be celebrating the International Day of University Sports (IDUS). Join us and represent your university in the digital and free adh University Run.
How is it going?
Whether you‘re a student, staff member, or alumna or alumnus of an adh member university, whether you run, walk, or just take a stroll—lace up your running shoes! Every kilometer counts.
On September 20th, you’ll have exactly 60 minutes to cover as many kilometers and meters of altitude as possible.
Track your results using a smartwatch or running app, take a photo of them, and submit them online. Every step counts — both for your personal fitness and for the
glory of your university.
Are there any prizes?
Attractive prizes await the runners who cover the greatest distance or the most elevation gain within an hour.
In addition, the top universities will be honored.
Registration and more information
adh-hochschullauf.deWinter Semester 2026/27 – Event Overview
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The winter semester is just around the corner, and we’ve got plenty of awesome events planned for you!
Whether you’re in the mood for a movie night, networking, or a legendary Opening Party, there’s something for everyone! 😉
📍 Where? Usually at the Wintergarten (upper part of the Mensa)
⏰ When? Usually from 7 PMOf course, we’ll share all the details for each event with you in time!
🎟️ Important: Tickets for the Opening Party will be available for presale from October 12–14 at the Mensa — make sure to get yours!
(You can also get your ticket on Freshers’ Day at our stand.)
Your Amberg Student Representatives
We're loooking for YOU!
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Become part of the Amberg Student Councils and actively shape student life!
We’re looking for new faces to join the Amberg Student Councils! 👥
With us, you can actively shape student life and bring your own ideas to life! 💭
We organize both big and small events, such as the Opening Party, karaoke nights and game nights, discuss students’ concerns and university-related topics at regular meetings, and promote our own activities by designing posters, creating our student newspaper, taking event photos and producing videos. 🎬📸
✅ Benefits of becoming a member:
- Meet new people and make new connections
- Plenty of room to try out new things and explore your interests
- Gain valuable experience in areas such as independent work and teamwork
- Discounts at events
- Get a behind-the-scenes look at the university
- Receive a certificate for your CV
- The opportunity to have PR work recognized as a media project…and much more!
Whether you’d like to organize events, make a difference in university politics, or get creative with reels, illustrations and poster design – we provide the platform and the tools you need! 🛠️👥
Interested? Then feel free to send us a DM on Instagram @oth_amberg_fachschaften, talk to us at our events, or join us at our networking event on October 8!
🗓️ When? Thursday, October 8
📍 Where? Wintergarten (upper area of the Mensa)
⏰ Time? 6:00 PM🍻 At 7:00 PM, we’ll continue with the Bierpasstour!
There will be plenty of beer passes available. 😉Your Amberg Student Councils
Sporting events in September: the adh University Run and "Stadtradeln" (City Cycling)
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Join Team OTH Amberg-Weiden for two sporting events that take place this september: Whether you like running, walking or cycling - Make the most of the semester break to get some exercise!
Dear students,
It’s the semester break, and the weather is still lovely – what could be better than going on a few bike rides? If you enjoy cycling, you can now take part in the ‘Stadtradeln’ campaign in Weiden. The campaign has been running since 24 August 2026, but you can still log rides from that date onwards.
Here’s how it works:
Registration:
1. www.stadtradeln.de/weiden
2. Log in or register
3. Select the municipality “Weiden”
3. Join the “OTH Weiden” teamAnyone who lives, works, studies or is active in a club in Weiden is eligible to take part.
Journeys & kilometres:
✅ Every kilometre cycled up to 13 September 2026 counts
✅ Recording: via the STADTRADELN app or the online logbook (deadline for adding entries: 20 September 2026)
❌ (Cycling) competitions and rides on stationary bikes (e.g. spinning bikes) are excluded!
Means of transport:
✅ Bicycles, pedelecs (e-bikes), wheelchairs, hand bikes, foot bikes and similar mobility aids
❌ Not permitted: S-pedelecs, e-scooters, kick scooters, skateboards and unicyclesIn addition, the annual adh University Run will take place again on 20 September 2026. You can run, walk, hike or simply go for a stroll with others, or on your own. Together, we’ll clock up kilometres and represent our university across Germany.
It’s that simple:
1. Register now:
https://my.raceresult.com/400832/registration2. Take part on 20 September 2026:
Between 06:00 and 22:00, walk or run for 60 minutes3. Track your activity:
Using a smartwatch or running app4. Upload your result:
Submit a screenshot to the website by 10.00 pm at the latest (the link for this is in the email you’ll receive after signing up – please keep it safe!!)Last year, our university came fourth, having clocked up 491 kilometres. Perhaps we’ll break the 500-km mark in 2026?!
