Council of the German UDS Begins its Work
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Council of the German UDS Begins Its Work
The Council of the German University of Digital Science (German UDS) has officially commenced its activities, marking a significant step in the university’s academic self-administration and governance.
As the highest decision-making body in research and teaching at German UDS, the Council is responsible for managing and organizing the university’s academic self-governance. Its core tasks include issuing the university’s basic regulations and statutes, making decisions on all fundamental matters related to teaching and research, and ensuring the continuous development and quality of academic programs.
The Council’s responsibilities are wide-ranging:
- Electing the university president
- Providing input on the university’s budget
- Deciding on the university’s strategic development plan
- Appointing appointment committees and confirming appointment proposals
- Establishing study and examination boards and appointing their members
- Overseeing quality management in research and teaching
The Council is chaired by Prof. Dr. Julia von Thienen, with Felix Weitkämper serving as Vice Speaker.
Council Composition:
Professors:
- Prof. Dr. Daniele Di Mitri
- Prof. Dr. Thomas Staubitz
- Prof. Dr. Tim Stuchtey
- Prof. Dr. Julia von Thienen (Speaker)
- Prof. Dr. Felix Weitkämper (Vice Speaker)
Academic Staff:
- Dr. Mohamad Elhayany
- Dr. Pejman Najafi
Student members of the Council will be appointed in the near future.
The establishment of the Council underscores German UDS’s commitment to academic excellence, transparency, and participatory governance. By bringing together leading professors and academic staff, the Council ensures that the university’s academic direction is shaped by experts in digital science and innovation, in line with the institution’s mission to lead in digital transformation and education.
Prof. Dr. Julia von Thienen, Speaker of the Council, emphasized:
“The Council’s work is fundamental to ensuring that German UDS remains at the forefront of digital science, research, and teaching. Together, we are committed to fostering an environment of academic freedom, innovation, and quality for our global community.”
With the Council now in operation, German UDS is well-positioned to continue its trajectory as a pioneering institution in digital higher education.
