Dear students,

Welcome to the new academic year! I would like to extend a special welcome to all our new students. We have never been so many in number as in this year. The choice of the University of Lucerne as your alma mater is a good one. We are small, personal and focused on humanities. We can handle Google, Zoom and WhatsApp well. But the great scientific achievements in the natural and human sciences are achieved post-Corona in the direct personal exchanges between researchers and teachers.

Homecoming party on 12th October

After last year's success, the Homecoming party will take place again on Thursday, 12th October 2023. Advance booking: Buy the admission band now for CHF 5 in the Studiladen. At the party, payment will be made with drink tokens. You can buy tokens for CHF 5 at the Studiladen or at the box office. More info. More info (in German)

Master’s Information Evenings

The master's information evenings of each faculty will take place on Tuesday, 24th October 2023. Those interested in the Master's in Health Sciences can also attend selected courses from 23th to 27th October and receive advice. More info

Mensa 1574: Show your student ID, discounts and offers

From 1st October 2023, Mensa 1574 will apply the principle of 'show your Student Card' for students who want to benefit from the student discount. Information on price categories, discounts and continuous improvements in the offer can be found in the article.

Microsoft Office 365 licences: Login only with STUDMAIL address

The University of Lucerne offers all students an automated subscription to the free Office 365 programmes. Students already have a corresponding licence when they start their studies. Login is via the @stud.unilu.ch email address and the corresponding password. The previous login via acadcloud no longer works. More info

Teaching Development Centre: How does learning work?

The ability to learn is crucial for academic and professional success. A sound understanding of learning processes makes it possible to optimise one's own learning strategies and acquire knowledge and skills more effectively. Every Monday from 6.15pm to 7pm in room 4.B55. More Info (in German)

'Open Door' at Rector's Office

Once per semester, the rector will open his door at a specified time. The next opportunity will be Tuesday, 14th November from 9-11am. Bruno Staffelbach will be available for questions, and welcomes your concerns, wishes and suggestions. Please register via e-mail to rektorat@unilu.ch.

Future Day: Registration for learning circuit

The University of Lucerne is also taking part in the National Future Day on 9th November and invites all family members to show their daughter or son their workplace or everyday life at university on this day for half or the whole day (5th-7th grade). The Office for Equal Opportunities offers an organised programme in the form of a learning circuit in the morning. More info (in German)

LUKB Lecture Series and Presidential Lectures

LUKB Lecture on Wednesday, 8th November 2023, 6pm with Prof. Dr. Valentin Groebner: «Meine schönen Dinge – das bin ich.» event and registration

The Presidential Lectures offer an exchange platform between science and society two to three times a year.
Thursday, 26th October 2023, 6.15pm with Pascale Baeriswyl, Ambassador UN Security Council «Die Schweiz im UNO-Sicherheitsrat» event and registration
Wednesday, 6th December 2023, 6.15pm with Christian Wulff, Former Federal President  «Gemeinsam dem Wandel begegnen» event and registration
All students are cordially invited.

Semester fee and contact data

The invoice for the autumn semester 2023 has been sent to your Stud.unilu address or your e-banking account. For more information on the status 'enrolled' and a note on contact details, read the article.

Application deadlines for student exchange

If you are interested in taking part in an exchange semester, please take a look at the website of the International Relations Office (IRO) and contact the mobility coordinator within your home faculty in good time.

Buddy Programme for International Exchange Students

For the 'Buddy Programme' for international exchange students at the University of Lucerne, organised by Erasmus Student Network Lucerne (ESN), we are looking for motivated and committed students who would like to accompany the Incoming Students on their 'Swiss adventure'. Applications are possible at any time by emailing your interest directly to ESN luzernremove-this.@remove-this.esn.ch or to the International Relations Office at mobilityremove-this.@remove-this.unilu.ch.

Language courses

The following courses will be offered in the autumn semester: English B2/C1 (speaking and writing), Italian A1.1, Italian A2.1 and French B1.1. For students whose mother tongue is not German, we offer the following courses: German A1.1, German A2.1. Online registrations are possible up until the 19th September. For any further questions, please contact internationalremove-this.@remove-this.unilu.ch.

Use and services of the library

On the ZHB website at unilu.ch you will find information on how to create a library account. The courses offered for competent use of information or information on guided tours of the library can also be found at www.unilu.ch/library.

Sunday opening times for students during the exam preparation period

The library will have special opening times: 8th / 10th / 17th December 2023 and 7th / 14th / 21st January 2024 – from 9am to 5pm.
University of Lucerne and PHLU students can gain access via the night entrance, and with a valid CampusCard. More Info (pdf, in German)

Additional workstations and chatpods

The lounge area in the library has been converted to accommodate 45 additional seats for learning and working and four new chatpods. The chatpods for online meetings and discussions can be reserved in the reservation folder at the information desk for a maximum of 2 hours per group/day.

HSCL Sports offer

The autumn semester sees the launch of the HSCL's complete autumn and winter sports programme. The offer includes 136 weekly trainings, courses, health and sports consultations as well as massage services. The training opportunities can be found quickly via the sports programme A-Z or via search engine. Register now! HSCL website

It is a strength to get help!

The Psychological Counselling Centre Campus Lucerne offers personal counselling sessions for students and university staff with stresses and problems in their studies and private life. The counselling team provides support for mental health impairments such as anxiety, stress or depressed mood. In addition to the individual counselling sessions, workshops are held on the topics of resilience training, stress management, procrastination and exam anxiety. The offer is free of charge. For registration and more information, see www.pblu.ch.

Prevention of Sexual Harassment: confidants

The three Lucerne universities offer a joint service for persons affected by sexual harassment. Any form of sexual harassment at a place of work or study is unacceptable and will result in appropriate measures and sanctions. Affected persons have the opportunity to receive quick and competent support by contacting one of the four confidants. More info

horizonte – Chaplaincy for students

The LuCampusDinner on Thursday, 26 October is a "Night of Elegance" at the Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern with a four-course menu and entertainment. Student tickets from CHF 65.
The series "Pizza Evening with my Prof." goes into the next round: on Tue 31st Oktober with Prof. Ursula Schumacher.
Meditations in the 'Raum der Stille' from 12.15-12.45pm. www.horizonte-luzern.ch

Wednesday, 20th September: Living together – learning from each other

For the first time, a group of students and staff of the Faculty of Theology Lucerne is organising an 'Interreligious Opening Ceremony'. Let's celebrate the beginning of the new semester together in cultural, spiritual and religious diversity. The event starts at 6.15 pm in the foyer of the Uni/PH building. More info

Lockers: Key rental from the Infodesk

On the 1st basement floor, there are 644 lockers available for rent. In order to arrange key rental, please first fill in the form Antrag Schliessfach and then go to the Infodesk on the ground floor of the university building. Costs and further information

New Programme for students — Sustainable. Together.

The national centre Focus Sustainability offers relevant workshops to acquire and improve your expertise in sustainability engagement. Most workshops are open to all students at Swiss higher education institutions and free of charge. Semester programme

Campus Orchestra Lucerne - Play with us!

Music is an excellent balance to your studies. Every semester, the Campus Orchestra Lucerne organises a new concert project with players recruited from the student body, staff and alumni of the Lucerne universities. This semester it is going to be witty - with 'Jeu d’esprit'. Rehearsals take place on Monday evenings during the semester. No audition is required. www.campusorchester.ch

Sing along in the Unichor

Rehearsals for the new concert programme 'Unichor goes latin' start at the beginning of the semester. Rehearsals will take place on Tuesday at 7 pm in the Aula Sentimatt in Lucerne. University students who enjoy singing are very welcome. The tenor and bass voices in particular are looking forward to reinforcements. www.unichor-luzern.ch

News from the Studiladen

The Studiladen is a small business run by students of the University of Lucerne. The position of Head of Marketing & Sponsoring is currently open. Applications can be submitted up until 22nd September. Job advertisement | www.studiladen.com

Uni-Magazine: constantly new articles

'cogito' is published twice a year in printed form. The current print edition 'unequal' can be obtained from the dispensers in the Uni/PH building. All articles are also available online, and new articles are published here on an ongoing basis – so it's worth checking in regularly: www.unilu.ch/magazin.

Neptun: Hardware at reduced prices

'Projekt Neptun' offers a selection of Apple, Lenovo and HP-laptops, tablets, printers and screens at significantly reduced prices. The devices are available for purchase until the 2nd October 2023. More information via www.projektneptun.ch
Demo Day: On 26th September from 09.30am to 2.30pm the Neptun team, as well as representatives from various laptop manufacturers and shops will be in the university building (foyer area) to demonstrate their devices and to answer your questions.
Help Point: For customers, there is a Help Point at the University of Lucerne for general technical support. For students, the first 60 minutes of support for their Neptun device are free of charge.

Mobility Carsharing

All students of Swiss Universities with a valid Swiss driver’s licence can benefit from special conditions. More info

Health insurance collective agreement

The University of Lucerne has a collective agreement with the Concordia health insurance scheme. This enables students at the University of Lucerne to obtain special deals on additional insurance. Contact Concordia directly to receive an individualised offer. More info

Semester Info in German or English

Distribution of the Semester Info is done in either German or English.
German Version

If necessary, you can change your language within UniPortal (German or English). The language you opt for will then apply to all of the bilingual communication that is sent out by the University of Lucerne.

Next edition: 12th December 2023

The Semester Info provides you with official announcements and information from the Executive Board of the university at the beginning and the end of each semester. The faculties will contact you directly with information about lectures and your course of study.