Hey all,

as the exams are moving closer, I wanted to invite you to the next live session on effective studying on Monday, 19 January, 4 pm (c.t.) to 6 pm in Leo 18.

I envision the session to start with a quick recap of effective study methods at the beginning of the session, while the bigger part is spent with getting your hands dirty by applying the methods to the topics covered in your next exams.
As most of the study methods are simple—though not intuitive—this session should also be valuable for students new to this topic. Nevertheless, I would see the primary purpose of the session in the accountability it provides than the knowledge it conveys. Not the understanding of what to do, but the disciplined execution and making it a habit, is the main challenge. This session can be a stepping stone in your learning journey. It is suitable for students of all semesters and all studies (so although it is an offering by the Information Systems institute, feel free to bring your friends).

Here are some sources to get you started in the meantime:

• LearnWeb course by me covering foundational topics (like illusions of knowing and desirable difficulties) and effective techniques (like retrieval, spacing, and variation). Available as slides and videos.
• Book "Make it Stick: The Science of Successful Learning". Available online for free via ULB; quite easy read with lots of anecdotes and examples.
• Video on active recall (aka. retrieval, THE study method you should definitely be doing) by Ali Abdaal (my first point of contact with the topic of effective studying)
• Video on spaced repetition (aka. spacing) by Ali Abdaal

If you have any questions, please contact me personally at sligensa@uni-muenster.de.

I wish you a smooth start for the year 2026 and look forward to seeing you in two weeks!
Sven

Dear students, 

As usual, we are already starting to plan for the coming semester, and so the presentations of the elective modules (seminars and project seminars) for the 2026 summer semester are scheduled for January. 

The Master's modules will be presented on Thursday, January 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. (sharp) via Zoom. As always, the application period for the seminars and project seminars will begin after the presentation. Information on this will also be provided during the presentation.

Further information and the Zoom access details will follow!

Best regards, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,

Lena

Liebe BA-Studierende, die das erste Studienjahr bereits abgeschlossen haben,

wie schon angekündigt, haben wir für das kommende Sommersemester ein Design Thinking-Seminar mit der Georgia College and State University (GCSU) in den USA geplant und dafür finanzielle Unterstützung gesammelt. Wer also Lust auf ca. zwei Wochen interkulturelle Erfahrung im Juli hat, sollte nicht lange nachdenken!

Einen Überblick über GCSU und Milledgeville gibt es in dieser Präsentation: Link zur Präsentation

Weitere Informationen zum Seminar gibt es hier: https://www.erc.is/go/dt2026

Die Bewerbung schließt am 19.12.2025 (das ist kommenden Freitag)! Also: Ausfüllen, abschicken! Hier ist der Link zur Bewerbung:

https://dt-application.ercis-services.eu/index.php/592852?lang=en

Viel Erfolg!

Deadline for a semester abroad: 15 January 2026 

Application: International Relations Center

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To plan elective courses in Summer term 2024, a preliminary survey is conducted.

If you are willing to  participate to a seminar or project seminar in Summer Term 2026 , please join this survey in the Learnweb:

https://www.uni-muenster.de/LearnWeb/learnweb2/mod/feedback/view.php?id=3901625

The survey is opened now and and will be closed on 2025/11/26 23.59.  An FAQ-Site describing the whole process is available here:

https://www.uni-muenster.de/LearnWeb/learnweb2/mod/page/view.php?id=1043934

An application phase will follow during the last two weeks of lecture time and will be announced separately in the Coordinator's Blog.

Especially,  we ask about your interest in a start-up project seminar, as announced by a separate  feed.

Note that participation in this survey is a neccessary condition. That means: if during application phase a larger number of applications shows up compared to the numbers given by this survey and, due to this underestimation of capacity there are too few places in offered seminars/project seminars,  then students with an application but without participation in the survey risk to be disregarded. On the other side during application phase, applications of students who have participated in this survey will usually be considered.

A word to Bachelor students who change to the Master-programm next semester (and might have the course IS-MSc-Coord, to see information concerning Master studies): Assignments to seminars and project seminars taking part in your first Master semester will not be possible in general. There are plenty of lectures intended, e.g. for the first semester, hence there is no need for a seminar/project seminar during your 1st Master semester. 

Yours sincerely

Ingolf Terveer

🗓 When: Tuesday, 11 November 2025 | 17:00–19:00
📍 Where: Design Thinking Lab (Room 022), Leonardo-Campus 3, Münster 
🎉 What: Free pizza and drinks, informal get-together, and a great chance to meet your female faculty and fellow students!
🌍 Who: All genders welcome. This event is hosted by the “Women+ in Information Systems” initiative to empower female students in IS and build a strong, supportive community from the start of your studies. 
✍️ Registration: It’s free, but please register in advance here!

💬 Why join?

• Share your story: Why did you choose Information Systems?

• Talk about your expectations for the programme.

• Get to know the faculty and your peers in a relaxed setting.

• Start building friendships, ideas, and your future path together!

We look forward to seeing you there and creating a welcoming and inspiring space for everyone.
Let’s make this first meet-up a memorable start!

Warm regards,
The Women+ in Information Systems initiative

Dear Bachelor Students,

 Dreaming of a summer adventure combining creativity, innovation, and a trip to the United States? We have some exciting news!

Katrin Bergener and Armin Stein have secured funding to support eight of you on a fantastic journey to the USA in July 2026 for their popular Design Thinking Seminar (recognized as a “WI Seminar”). It's a highly sought-after experience! 

If you're curious to learn more, check out this link: https://www.erc.is/go/dt2026

 We're opening applications now! You have until December 19th to apply here: https://dt-application.ercis-services.eu/index.php/592852?lang=en

Don't miss this incredible opportunity – we can't wait to see your applications!

For any questions related to the seminar, please get in touch with Katrin Bergener (katrin.bergener@uni-muenster.de) and Armin Stein (armin.stein@uni-muenster.de).