Information for first-year students: USI, 24-hour library, Studo… and what is this student portal?


Are you just starting your studies at the University of Klagenfurt? Do you want to benefit instantly from all the offers, such as free Wi-Fi, the courses at the University Sports Centre and the 24-hour library? We’ll give you a few helpful tips to get you started right away!

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Information for first-year students: How to get to the University of Klagenfurt and how to find your way around campus


Is your first day at the University of Klagenfurt just around the corner? Are you wondering where you can park, whether there are alternatives to travelling by car and how to find your way around campus? Here you will find information on parking fees, public transportation and the campus map, which will help you to master your start at the university!

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Teen dating violence has a long-term negative impact

The risk of experiencing or perpetrate violence in teenage relationships is high: around 20 percent for physical violence and around 9 percent for sexual violence. A research team of health psychologists has now conducted a systematic review study to determine the extent to which these experiences have a long-term impact. The results show: Adolescents who experience or perpetrate teen dating violence (TDV) are more likely to report the same in adulthood. In addition, long-term evidence shows that youth reporting dating violence are more likely to later engage in increased risk behaviours (for example, alcohol and marijuana use) and poor mental health.   

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From volleyball to marketing

“Teamwork and leadership skills are important, but so is being human in every aspect of our lives,” Chara Papadopoulou recounts the lessons she learned as a professional volleyball player. The former Greek national player came to Klagenfurt in 2020, where she subsequently became aware of the Master’s degree programme “Media and Convergence Management”. Now in the fourth semester of her studies, she is preparing for a career in marketing.

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