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Latest news from the faculty
A word from the dean
11.December.2025
Research assessment and the definition of excellence
It was both inspiring and thought-provoking to see how work is being done to develop new methods for assessing research, say dean Marianne Holmer after recent conference.
A word from the dean
21.November.2025
More basic funding and more innovation
SDU will receive more basic funding beginning next year. While half will help strengthen our operations the other half has to drive more innovation
A word from the dean
30.October.2025
Minister visits SDU eScience Centre
Monday, minister for Digital Affairs Caroline Stage visited SDU eScience Centre and got to see our impressive HPC
Study administration
09.October.2025
Focusing on a safe transition
A new frame work for the study administration will strengthen collaboration across faculties as well as secure and maintain the close collaboration between administrative workers and the faculty's educators.
Funding
09.October.2025
New project fee and securing external funds
From 1 January 2026, the project fee will be raised from 10 % to 20 % for external research projects.
A word from the dean
09.October.2025
Education and Research Policy Summit
The Ministry of Higher Education and Science is working on a new research strategy to be presented in 2025.
A word from the vice dean
18.September.2025
Educational development and inspiration
Read this brief from Vice Dean for Education Poul Nielsen.
A word from the dean
18.September.2025
Technology Resilience in the Nordics - Inspiration from Sweden and Finland
"It was inspiring to see how technology development is integrated into building knowledge-based businesses and closely linked to both security and sustainability."
Admissions
29.August.2025
Welcome to 1,188 new students
The Faculty of Science is expanding its record-high intake from 2024 and is making overall progress on both bachelor's and master's degree programmes in 2025
A word from the dean
29.August.2025
Study start, celebration and community
Never before have so many chosen to study at our faculty. The size and the vibrance of our study start makes this obvious.
A word from the dean
03.July.2025
A summer greeting from the dean
It's been a busy, but great spring for our faculty as we prepare for a well-deserved summer holiday
Strategy
19.June.2025
Status: The faculty's 2025 strategy is replaced by the 2030 strategy
In five years, the Faculty of Science has undergone rapid development. External revenue has doubled and student enrollment is at a record high. Despite growth and busyness, well-being has increased. The faculty management is taking stock of the 2025 strategy, while the 2030 strategy is under way.
A word from the dean
19.June.2025
First time at Folkemødet with our own event
At this year's Folkemøde, the faculty was part of the programme as an organiser for the first time. We will be back next year - even stronger.
A word from the dean
22.May.2025
Internationalising Danish research
A necessity in a new geopolitical reality.
A word from the dean
01.May.2025
Big prize goes to students from our faculty
Startup with roots in iGEM takes home prize at SDU Startup Night 2025
A word from the dean's office
10.April.2025
The ambition for the faculty is continued growth
Students admissions as well as research activities are expected to grow at the Faculty of Science.
A word from the vice dean
20.March.2025
Introduction to the new students
Read this brief from Vice Dean for Education Poul Nielsen.
A word from the dean
20.March.2025
Number of applicants increases
The number of applicants is increasing compared to last year for both bachelor's and master's programmes.
A word from the vice dean
27.February.2025
A few administrative changes due to the new pedagogical framework
Read this brief from Vice Dean for Education Poul Nielsen.
A word from the dean
27.February.2025
Regarding the Danish Institute in Damascus
The lifting of EU sanctions against Syria gives hope for the Danish Institute in Damascus, says Dean Marianne Holmer, who is SDU's representative on the board.
Workplace culture
21.February.2025
New function aims to ensure better support for employees experiencing abusive actions
To strengthen the handling of offensive acts in the workplace, the Faculty of Science has created a new function: Resource person in connection with harassment cases. The function is carried out by Suba S. Lindholm, who is currently the deputy head of the PhD school and secretary of the Gender Equality Committee.
A word from the dean
06.February.2025
The plans for DARA
The job posting for a Managing Director is out now, and we expect to have the first fellowship posting in June
A word from the dean
16.January.2025
We are in the beginning of an exciting year
With a new campus in Vejle and a record setting grant for a research academy, our faculty is going to have a big year.
Re-organisation
12.December.2024
New organisation at the Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy will increase employee involvement
More employee groups will now be represented in the department's management group after a new organisation came into effect at the beginning of December
A word from the dean
12.December.2024
Our work environment is good despite the rapid growth at our faculty
In our new APV the faculty gets a high score across the board and fewer employees are feeling stressed
A word from the vice dean
21.November.2024
An update on our new pedagogical framework
The most important aspects of the new pedagogical framework is more variation in our teaching, more student driven activities and more involvement.
A word from the dean
31.October.2024
An Annual University Celebration with lots of celebration
This year's celebration presented the news about establishing a campus in Vejle with IT education programmes
A word from the dean
10.October.2024
Our well-being is of utmost importance to the faculty
It's time to respond to the workplace assessment as well as focusing on the good university life
A word from the dean
19.September.2024
Board approves efforts to explore potential construction of new research building and facilities
After a period of sustained growth, the faculty is in need of more space. Options concerning a brand new research building are to be explored
A word from the dean
29.August.2024
It’s great to be back
This autumn we celebrate our 50th anniversary as well as the largest study start at the Faculty of Science.
Admissions
08.August.2024
Student intake at Faculty of Science is record high
The Faculty of Science sees a 16,4 percent increase in admissions of new BA students
A word from the dean
08.August.2024
A record high number of applicants are offered admission to the bachelor's programmes
With more new students a both the graduate and undergraduate level there is much to be happy about
A word from the dean
04.July.2024
Signup to celebrate our 50th anniversary before going on vacation
After a well deserved summer break, we will celebrate the Faculty of Science's 50th anniversary.
A word from the dean
13.June.2024
The faculty as an attractive workplace
How do we ensure that the Faculty of Science can recruit and keep good employees?
A word from the dean
24.May.2024
Measuring inclusion to increase well-being at work
A new survey will be used to identify new initiatives that will increase the diversity and inclusivity at our faculty
Science Faculty Administration
15.May.2024
Faculty administration out of office
The Science Faculty Administration will be out of office on 16 May 2024.
A word from the vice dean
02.May.2024
Increasing quality in teaching through new pedagogical framework
The three-phase model at the Faculty of Science has had its time. Instead, a new pedagogical framework must have a greater focus on, among other things, enjoyment in teaching and more in-depth learning.
A word from the dean
11.April.2024
Ministry shares plan to limit university admissions
As part of the master's reform, the ministry will limit admissions to university programmes.
BMB
10.April.2024
Jakob Møller-Jensen continues as head of department
After six years as head of the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Jakob Møller-Jensen embarks on a three-year extension with clear objectives and great gratitude.
Applicants
21.March.2024
Progress on all of faculty's graduate programmes
14 out of 14 programmes see progress. This is now certain, after the application deadline March 1, when 891 had chosen science as their first priority.
Applicants
21.March.2024
More are applying to natural science programmes
13 percent more than last year have chosen a science bachelor's degree as their first priority. This is shown by the applicant numbers after the quota 2 deadline of 15 March.
A word from the dean
21.March.2024
High numbers across the faculty's programmes
March 1 was the application deadline for master's programmes. Two weeks later, we hit the deadline to apply for a bachelor's programmes via quota 2. Now the numbers give reason for optimism.
A word from the dean
29.February.2024
Great attention to researchers from our faculty
In recent weeks, faculty researchers have received prestigious awards and worldwide media attention.
Financial model
08.February.2024
New financial model at the faculty entails more clear incentives
The faculty's new financial model focuses on research activity and educational performance. The aim is fewer but stronger incentives.
A word from the dean
08.February.2024
Inspirational trip
The management group's visit in Strasbourg and Karlsruhe leads to new exchange agreements and more.
A word from the dean
20.December.2023
A holiday greeting from the Dean
Thank you for a - despite challenges - great and exciting 2023. Merry Christmas and happy New Year to all!
A word from the dean
30.November.2023
Nice intake of external funding
Looking at our intake of external funding, it has been a good year for us and our faculty is certainly supporting the external funding strategy at SDU.
A word from the dean
26.October.2023
See you at the Annual University Celebration
The faculty has many things worth celebration ahead of the party of the year
Uddannelse
24.October.2023
Interdisciplinary collaboration works: Reflection tool off to a good start
The My Skills Portfolio reflection tool is now entering its second year for students at the Faculty of Science. In September the first workshops for second-year students were held. All study programmes have now taken up the initiative, which aims to equip students with a language for what they are learning during their studies.
A word from the dean
28.September.2023
The strategies of SDU
As the 2030 strategy of SDU has arrived we also continue to work with the faculty's 2025 strategy
Marketing
25.September.2023
Research and cybersecurity
Research can be a target of interest to spies. Thus, cybersecurity is important to secure the research at the university
A word from the dean
07.September.2023
Welcome to new students of the future
The science graduates will be particularly sought after in the coming years - both in the region's business community and its public institutions
Marketing
17.August.2023
The faculty's bachelor's programmes are becoming more visible
Our bachelor's programmes are more visible, web traffic is breaking records and 'Student for a day' doubles its number of guests.
A word from the dean
17.August.2023
Welcome back
Most of us are back after a rainy summer break and getting ready to welcome our new students.
15.August.2023
Admission 2023: Overall progress for the faculty
While the country's other universities are experiencing a minor drop in admissions to their science programmes, the Faculty of Science at SDU can look forward to good progress despite some programmes with a noticeable drop in the number of admitted students.
Faculty Secretariat
10.August.2023
Faculty Secretariat: Staff news and organizational chart
The spring and summer have offered change in the Faculty Secretariat, where we have seen resignations, transfers and a recruitment.
A word from the dean
29.June.2023
Management seminar and People's Meeting on Bornholm
In the days leading up to the People's Meeting, the management group had the opportunity to go in depth with a number of themes, before focusing on networking, debate and the candidate reform
Financial adjustments 2023
08.June.2023
Result of the adjustment process
The financial adjustment process is now complete and will have implications for the Faculty of Science.
A word from the dean
08.June.2023
Financial adjustments 2023
The adjustment process is now complete and the faculty has taken the necessary steps to balance the budgets
APV
19.May.2023
Dialogue and nearby management are essential to reduce stress
In October 2021, the latest workplace assessment and well-being survey was carried out at SDU and NAT. Since then, faculties, departments and faculty administrations have been working intensively on their workplace assessment action plans.
A word from the dean
19.May.2023
IT education programmes in Vejle
The faculty is exploring the possibility of opening new IT education programmes in Vejle, in cooperation with the Faculty of Engineering.
A word from the dean
27.April.2023
A difficult situation
Unfortunately we have to make use of unsolicited redundancies corresponding to DKK 3.2 million
A word from the dean
13.April.2023
Grant writing takes time
Rapport from the think tank DEA show an increase in time spent on grant writing
A word from the dean
17.March.2023
Applications for graduate programmes and Quota 2
Two weeks ago we reach the deadline for graduate programme applications, while Quota 2 applications are top of mind today
A word from the dean
23.February.2023
Focus on students' awareness of own competencies
Students want the ability to tackle global challenges, but lack awareness of the many relevant competencies they already have
A word from the dean
02.February.2023
'The Danish Nobel Prize'
One of our researchers and colleagues receives a very special honour.
PhD School
01.February.2023
Barbara Guerra reappointed as head of the PhD school
The appointment applies for a period of three years.
A word from the dean
12.January.2023
Together we can prevent stress at our workplace
The leadership is responsible for preventing stress, but we must work together to change our culture for the better
Latest news from the university
EPICUR
11.March.2026
Do you want to offer an EPICUR course in autumn 2026?
Do you want to offer teaching across universities and borders and provide students with an international learning framework in your course?
SDU HR
06.March.2026
System change for SDU employees' flexitime registration
Flexitime registration for employees at the University of Southern Denmark will soon have to take place in a new system, as the current system will shut down in 2026.
Study administration
05.March.2026
New survey – how lecturers experience study administration
A new survey points to a positive experience of the administrative support for teaching and programme administration at SDU. At the same time, it provides valuable knowledge about where there may be a need to adjust workflows and interfaces in further follow-up.
Master’s Degree Reform
27.February.2026
New 1-year MSc in Global Supply Chain Management
A focused new MSc programme that makes risk management a core discipline.
EPICUR
27.February.2026
EPICUR Lifelong Learning and Employability Module – coming soon!
Are you an educator who is curious and looking for inspiration about how to incorporate teaching and learning about lifelong learning and employability in your courses, without being an expert in this area? Then we have just what you are looking for.
Friday café
27.February.2026
New Friday café for all SDU employees
It's been a long time coming, but now it's finally a reality: On Friday 10 April at 15-18, SDU invites you to the first Friday Café for all employees in the restaurant at SDU Odense.
60 years anniversary
26.February.2026
An innovative university with innovative students for 60 years
The University of Southern Denmark turns 60 this year. To mark the occasion, throughout 2026, we will focus on some of the keywords that can be traced back to 1966 and which still characterise the University today. This article is about entrepreneurship, which has always played an important role for all the University’s campuses and will continue to do so in the future.
Rule simplification
26.February.2026
Fewer rules – more time for core tasks
We are abolishing rules that do not create value – and making way for smoother workflows and more trust.
Innovation
26.February.2026
Innovation to become a purpose of universities – SDU poised
SDU’s Rector, Jens Ringsmose, is looking forward to new opportunities for spinouts, collaborations with businesses and a boost in the transfer of knowledge and technology.
Open Days
26.February.2026
Open Days attract strong turnout at SDU’s campuses
In recent weeks, SDU’s campuses have thrown open their doors to many forthcoming and potential students as well as other visitors interested in attending the Open Days. The future campus in Vejle held a particularly successful event, which attracted more than 200 visitors.
Climate
26.February.2026
Local targets to help reduce emissions from travel
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions from work-related trips is an important part of SDU’s overall climate work. The overall reduction target towards 2030 has now been distributed across the University’s main areas, so that local targets can motivate managers and employees to change their travel behaviour.
News
25.February.2026
New management at SDU Business School: New head appointed - Head of Department to be Director of Studies
Visionary and unifying leadership will set the direction for SDU's business initiative across campuses.
YERUN
10.February.2026
YERUN as a strategic network for SDU
YERUN is a European network for young, research-intensive universities. The network was founded in 2015 and is coordinated from Brussels.
Nordic Centre
10.February.2026
Support for events and research stays at the Nordic Centre
The Nordic Centre at Fudan University has opened its spring 2026 call for proposals. Researchers and lecturers at SDU can apply for funding for activities that strengthen collaboration between Nordic and Chinese universities.
09.February.2026
ny-lego-chair-skal-staa-i-spidsen-for-softwareteknologi-i-vejle
Professor Mikkel Baun Kjærgaard has been appointed LEGO® Chair at the SDU Centre for Software Technology. With this appointment, the new campus in Vejle gains a prominent profile dedicated to bridging the gap between world-class international research and the local business community in the Triangle Region.
EPICUR
05.February.2026
Workshop on EPICUR and internationalisation in courses and programmes
Get concrete steps for internationalising courses and programmes with EPICUR.
Master’s Degree Reform
02.February.2026
1-year MSc in Health Economics – targeted prioritisation in the healthcare system
SDU is developing new master's degree programmes as a result of the Master's Degree Reform. The 1-year MSc in Health Economics brings together specialised analytical skills in a compressed format, enabling graduates to support prioritisation and decision support in a healthcare sector under pressure.
EPICUR
30.January.2026
Competence programme in Citizen Science via EPICUR
As part of EPICUR, a competence development programme in Citizen Science is offered for employees at SDU.
News
21.January.2026
Pro-rector moves to DTU
Helle Waagepetersen will take up the position as Director of DTU Health Tech on 1 March.
15.January.2026
Now you can drink the water in Esbjerg again
The drinking water in Jerne Nord - which includes SDU in Esbjerg - can once again be drunk without first having to be boiled. The authorities have cancelled the boiling recommendation on Thursday afternoon.
Master’s Degree Reform
15.January.2026
Six master's degree programmes will have industrial master's degree tracks from 2026
TEK will begin in 2026 with six industrial master's tracks and will expand from 2028. Director of Education Thomas Skjødeberg Toftegaard sees the format as a supplement to the classic 120 ECTS civil engineering master's degree, where relevant employment is linked more closely to the programme of study through a binding collaboration.
15.January.2026
New name for the Rector's Office
At the turn of the year, the Rector's Office has been renamed to SDU Rector's Staff. The tasks remain the same, so the contact to the SDU Rector's Staff for the rest of the organisation will be the same as before.
EPICUR
15.January.2026
New call for Applications: Funding for Collaboration with EPICUR Partners
We are pleased to announce a fourth SDU call to apply for funding to initiate, support and strengthen cooperation with EPICUR partners.
Status of the restructuring
14.January.2026
Survey on the way – how is programme administration perceived?
In early 2026, SDU will be conducting a survey among all lecturers and heads of programme about the perceived quality of programme administration.
Esbjerg
12.January.2026
Contaminated water at SDU Esbjerg: Boil the water first!
Contamination in the supply lines to SDU Esbjerg means that water must be boiled before consumption until the alert is cancelled – expected during Tuesday 13 January.
Staff policy
12.January.2026
SDU launches new staff policy
A new staff policy has been approved by SDU’s management and the Central Liaison Committee, who look forward with great joy and anticipation to seeing it being adopted and providing a strong framework for the University of Southern Denmark as an outstanding workplace both professionally and socially.
Exhibition
08.January.2026
Photo exhibition about psychoses on the Stenten in the SUND building
What does the world look like when reality starts to shift? The photo exhibition Can you see what I see? conveys personal experiences of psychosis through images, sound and storytelling. It can be experienced on the Stenten in the SUND building until 16 March 2026.
EPICUR
07.January.2026
EPICUR is much more than individual courses and calls
– it is a coherent SDU initiative across faculties and units.
Data center
07.January.2026
SDU creates advanced and energy-efficient data center for Danish AI and supercomputing research in collaboration with Danfoss and HPE
The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) establishes a new supercomputer in Sønderborg that combines more sustainable energy management and advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. The data center, to be developed with Danfoss and HPE, will serve as the framework for a joint research and development project that demonstrates the potential of energy-efficient data centers internationally.
Phishing campaign
19.December.2025
Results of Phishing campaign 2025
At the end of November 2025, SDU IT ran a phishing campaign based on an older SDU news item about drones. Here are the results of the campaign.
Ranking
18.December.2025
SDU strengthens its international position in the world's leading rankings
The University of Southern Denmark strengthens its position in the international university rankings and makes significant progress on several of the world's most recognised evaluations of teaching in 2025. At a time when competition between universities globally is intensifying, the results confirm SDU's strong research profile and strategic focus.
Status of the restructuring
18.December.2025
New unified study administration to take effect on 1 January
Strengthened coherence and clearer framework across SDU.
Climate
18.December.2025
Recycling and responsible choices will strengthen SDU’s climate work
We remain committed to our ambition to be a climate-friendly and sustainable university.
Salary Negotiations 2026
11.December.2025
Annual Salary Negotiations 2026
It will soon be 2026, which means that the annual salary negotiations will begin again. The salary negotiations are conducted in four rounds throughout the year.
Campus Connect
11.December.2025
New initiative strengthens your collegial network
'Campus Connect' gives you as an employee at the University of Southern Denmark the opportunity to make new connections and gain new perspectives across SDU.
SDU Business School
09.December.2025
New organisation: SDU Business School gets its own management at faculty level
The Board has decided to divide the social sciences into two units to strengthen excellent research, education and collaboration with the outside world.
MedTech Odense
04.December.2025
MedTech Odense grants
New opportunities to apply for funding in 2026.
We Drive Green
03.December.2025
Going Green 2025 – everyday logistics turned into 232,617 green kilometres
A total of 370 employees from SDU participated, who together travelled 232,617 green kilometres to and from work. This results in a total CO₂ saving of more than 40,000 kg CO₂ – the equivalent of five trips around the world.
Technical Services
01.December.2025
Here are the rules for hanging Christmas decorations
December is just around the corner - and it's important to familiarise yourself with the rules for hanging Christmas decorations from Technical Services to ensure fire safety and free escape routes.
Climate
27.November.2025
New theme page gathers SDU’s climate efforts
SDU has launched Climate at SDU – a new shared platform for research, education and climate operations.
Research in practice
26.November.2025
Four research environments excel in Open Science
The Danish Centre for Rural Research, the SDU Centre for Energy Informatics, the Centre for Public Health in Greenland, and Chemistry and Pharmacy recently received awards for their work to make research articles and research data as available as possible to people who can use the research in practice.
Phishing
20.November.2025
SDU launches phishing campaign
As part of SDU's ongoing information security training, a phishing campaign will take place soon.
20.November.2025
Help for event and conference organisers
A new service page on SDUnet provides in-depth guidance on all the elements that ensure a smooth organisation of the event. The page is relevant for both researchers and administrative staff.
14.November.2025
Systematic sharing of application feedback will strengthen SDU's funding success
A new initiative in 2025 encourages researchers to share feedback on funding applications with their local research support. The goal is to achieve better applications and provide more targeted advice across the university.
04.November.2025
Obituary for John Erik Hansen
It is with great sadness that we have received the news that our colleague John Erik Hansen passed away on 19 October 2025.
SDU Vejle
30.October.2025
The first LEGO® Chair has been found for SDU Vejle
The appointment of Davide Taibi as one of two LEGO® Chair heads of centre at the University of Southern Denmark's new campus in Vejle sets a clear research direction for the new research and education environment.
Master’s Degree Reform
30.October.2025
The development of a new master’s degree landscape at SDU
The Executive Board has now approved the implementation basis that will set the direction for how SDU will implement the Master’s Degree Reform in practice.
Education quality
30.October.2025
New principles for evaluation
The Council for Education has adopted new principles for evaluation, which, among other things, will help shift the focus from control towards initiatives that will support the development of teaching, education programmes and teaching competences at SDU.
SDU Shared Car Fleet
29.October.2025
New shared car fleet at SDU from January 2026
SDU is gathering a large proportion of company cars into one shared fleet and establishing a new booking system. Read here what the change means for you – especially if you have already booked a car.
28.October.2025
Info for all mTIME users: Annual Celebration 2025 and time registration
We have made a system adjustment that automatically recognises the half day off that applies on Friday, when the Annual University Celebration takes place. You need to be careful to register working hours correctly - here's a guide for mTIME users.
Leadership in change
28.October.2025
Change in focus at theme day for TAP managers
There was great support and good discussions when TAP managers from across SDU gathered for a theme day on leadership in change.
We Drive Green
22.October.2025
Vi Kører Grønt 2025 - let's break the record again this year
SDU is once again participating in Vi Kører Grønt (We Drive Green), Odense Municipality's annual campaign that focuses on green and active transport habits to and from work. The campaign takes place from 27 October to 21 November 2025 (weeks 44-47).
SDU
21.October.2025
Experienced University Director continues at SDU
SDU's Board of Directors has extended the appointment of University Director Thomas Buchvald Vind, who has headed the university's administration since 2017.
MedTech Odense
13.October.2025
Invitation: From idea to approved health technology
Are you interested in learning more about regulation and certification in the development of new health technologies? Or curious about how to best navigate regulatory language and processes?
03.October.2025
Limited IT support 8-9 October
IT Support will participate in a seminar on 8 and 9 October. During this period, there will be changes in the physical support and extended processing time for enquiries.
In Kolding, Slagelse and Copenhagen, the physical IT support will be closed both days. On Campusvej in Odense, only the Service Desk at Gydehutten will be open. In Sønderborg and Esbjerg, they are open, but with very limited staffing.
Support can still be contacted by creating a case at service.sdu.dk or by calling 6550 2990. However, longer response times must be expected as staffing is reduced during the seminar.
SDU IT thanks you for your understanding.
Status of the restructuring
03.October.2025
New organisation of the study administration – close dialogue and continuous updates
Last week, Director Thomas Buchvald Vind and Deputy Director of Studies Stinne Hørup Hansen met with education administration staff at the five faculties and Central Administration. The purpose was to provide an update on the work of organising the study administration in a new way – and not least to listen to the questions and input that the employees brought.
Donation
03.October.2025
Large donation from the Otto Mønsted Foundation paves the way for a new student entrepreneurship centre at the University of Southern Denmark
SDU is on the verge of a remarkable strengthening of its efforts to promote entrepreneurship and innovation among students. The Otto Mønsted Foundation has decided to support the university with a generous donation of DKK 50 million - one of the largest single donations from the foundation to date - for the establishment of a new, creative innovation house on campus in Odense.
Winter admission
02.October.2025
Winter admission 2026
Rector informs about changes for the winter admission 2026, applicable to applicants from outside the EU/EEA.
EPICUR
30.September.2025
Do you want to offer an EPICUR course in spring 2026?
Do you want to lecture – and help students learn – across universities and national borders?
Status of the restructuring
23.September.2025
New study administration with a good working environment and a safe transition
The Rectorate has decided on SDU's future study administration. This follows the executive board's proposal for a new organisation, which was discussed by liaison committees and councils in weeks 37 and 38.
Career Advancement
23.September.2025
Framework policy for Career Advancement and Assessment at SDU
The University has adopted a framework policy for the promotion of academic staff to create transparent and meaningful criteria for career advancement at SDU's departments. The new policy is based on the CoARA principles and is part of the University's CoARA action plan.
SDU Moves
19.September.2025
Last chance to register for Movement Day 2025
This year's Movement Day is just around the corner, and this year it will be the biggest ever.
17.September.2025
Get more out of SDU's translation tool
A new webinar offered by the Language Services Unit can give you an extended introduction to the university's own translation tool, which combines AI translation with SDU's list of approved terms.
Årsfest 2025
15.September.2025
SDU invites you to Annual University Celebration
The biggest party of the year at the University of Southern Denmark is fast approaching, and this year the Annual Celebration will feature several new initiatives. Registration opens on Wednesday, September 17.
Status of the restructuring
12.September.2025
Central Liaison Committee has discussed proposals for a new organisation of the study administration
At its meeting on 11 September, SDU's Central Liaison Committee discussed the executive board's proposal to develop a more coherent and efficient study administration at SDU.
Status of the restructuring
09.September.2025
Reorganisation of the study administration – the executive board has approved the next steps
On 4 September, the Executive Board discussed the future organisation of SDU's study administration and approved that the liaison committee can now consider proposals for the future organisation of SDU's study administration tasks.
08.September.2025
Are you struggling with a tricky sentence? Language Services to the rescue!
Receive timely, targeted help with language questions through SDU Communications’ Language Services lifeline
Sustainable
05.September.2025
From full bloom to autumn – and Christmas gifts can once again support biodiversity at SDU
You may remember the story from the spring, when the lawn at the administration building at SDU in Odense was transformed into a flowerbed.
Nordic Centre
01.September.2025
Funding for academic events at the Nordic Centre at Fudan University
The autumn 2025 deadline for applications for funding for academic events is 20 September.
Semesterstart
01.September.2025
Temporary closure of car parks in September
Some car parks at Fioniavej will be closed in connection with the Semester Start Party
Celebration
28.August.2025
The Annual Celebration is, of course, on Friday the 31st.
In the news about the Annual Celebration in the newsletter, it was stated that the event takes place on both Friday and Saturday, October 31. To avoid any confusion, we would like to emphasize that, as always, the celebration will be held on Friday.
Collaboration
27.August.2025
SDU sets principles for collaboration with the Danish Armed Forces and the defence industry
The university has adopted a set of principles to ensure a balance between academic freedom, ethical responsibility and society's need for security.
New model for project fee
26.August.2025
Research receives additional boost with new project fee at SDU
Set to be introduced from 1 January 2026, a new model for a 20% project fee will ensure better coverage of SDU’s overhead costs and disburse more funds from the Finance Act to the faculties.
EPICUR
22.August.2025
SDU maintains high interest among applicants
SDU is now launching the third call for applications, giving lecturers the opportunity to apply for funding to develop and implement new learning elements together with colleagues across the EPICUR alliance.
SDU Science & Innovation Park
22.August.2025
SDU and Odense Municipality in ambitious collaboration
Odense Municipality and the University of Southern Denmark today presented SDU Science & Innovation Park Odense - an ambitious project that will strengthen collaboration between the university's research environment, business and civil society and translate knowledge into concrete solutions that create value for society and the region.
Campus Kollegiet
21.August.2025
Join us for an open day: Campus Kollegiet celebrates its 10th anniversary
At the end of the month, you can visit the iconic building that houses Campus Kollegiet, which was donated 10 years ago by A.P. Møller og Hustru Chastine Mc-Kinney Møllers Fond til almene Formaal. Here you can get an insight into the beautiful building and enjoy one of the city's best views.
SDU Vejle
20.August.2025
Henrik Bindslev becomes campus dean at SDU Vejle
Dean Henrik Bindslev will take on the role of campus dean for SDU Vejle. He will work closely with Dean Marianne Holmer until next summer, when Marianne Holmer will take over as Campus Dean when the first students start at the university's new campus.
Applications 2025
13.August.2025
SDU maintains high interest among applicants
At the time of writing, the proportion of applicants who accept the student place offered is up to 90 per cent. This is a temporary figure that may change as the programme of study continues to admit to available places.
Windows 11
11.August.2025
Upgrade your computer to Windows 11 before 1 October
Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 will cease publication/discontinued on 14 October 2025. This means that no security updates, bug fixes or technical support for Windows 10 will be released after this date.
08.August.2025
The first researchers have landed in Vejle
The construction of the research and study environments has really taken off at SDU Vejle. This week, the first two researchers started in the beautiful and inspiring surroundings, and more researchers will be added throughout the autumn.
AACSB accreditation
07.August.2025
World-class business school at SDU: Now globally accredited
Only six percent of the world’s business schools achieve AACSB accreditation – now the University of Southern Denmark Business School is among them with an internationally recognised seal of approval.
Applications 2025
27.July.2025
4.415 applicants have been offered a student place at SDU
On Monday 28 July, 4,415 applicants have been offered a student place at the University of Southern Denmark. Higher admission requirements mean that SDU offers 229 fewer places than in 2024.
Applications 2025
05.July.2025
Strong interest in SDU's education programmes
Despite new admission requirements, SDU is experiencing an overall increase in applications. The university's education programmes are attracting great interest from Danish and international applicants, and new programmes such as Psychology in Esbjerg are attracting record numbers of applicants.
SDU IT
04.July.2025
Phishing campaign results May 2025
In May 2025, SDU IT ran a simulated phishing campaign where SDU employees received a false warning that their Google account had been accessed from a new section/unit
Staffing
04.July.2025
Summer closure/opening hours in Central Administration
Here is an overview of the different sections/units in the Central Administration's staffing during the summer holiday period.
The Contemplation Room in Odense
30.June.2025
SDU closes its contemplation room permanently
On 30 June 2025, the management at SDU decided to close the contemplation room permanently.
Status for the Restructuring
26.June.2025
Cross-collaboration to strengthen the study administration of the future
How can we use our resources better - and how can SDU create a study administration that is more efficient, can deliver high quality and is prepared for the implementation of a new student information system?
EPICUR
26.June.2025
Citizen Science at European level: EPICUR summer school at SDU
On 24-25 June, SDU hosted the Expanding Citizen Science Summer School – an interdisciplinary event under the EU alliance EPICUR, bringing together researchers, students and staff from nine universities in seven European countries.
26.June.2025
SDU has been awarded the EU’s HR Excellence in Research Award
The University of Southern Denmark has now officially been awarded the EU's HR Excellence in Research Award. This emphasises SDU's commitment to creating the best possible environment for researchers
Research policy
25.June.2025
Would you like to help shape the EU’s research policy?
On 1 July, Denmark takes over the EU Presidency. This gives SDU researchers unique opportunities to take part in important discussions about the role of research and innovation in the Europe of the future.
RANKING 2025
25.June.2025
SDU moves up in recognised ranking list
The University of Southern Denmark moves up to its highest ranking ever at number 303 on the recognised ranking list from QS. This places SDU fourth best among Universities Denmark, where SDU has also delivered the biggest improvement compared to last year.
Savings
24.June.2025
Government announces cuts to public administration – including universities
The government has launched a multi-year work plan that proposes extensive administrative downsizing in the state towards 2030. The universities must contribute, but how – and to what extent – is still unclear.
24.June.2025
New TV2 drama series filmed at SDU
In the spring of 2024, the University of Southern Denmark was contacted by UMA Film, who wanted to film for the new TV2 drama series 'Danefæ' with Lena Maria Christensen and Anders W. Berthelsen among the cast.
20.June.2025
Strong commitment to SDU Green Lab
At the University of Southern Denmark, the SDU Green Lab project is experiencing great momentum. The certifications and the derived benefits in SDU's laboratories have been well anchored in the organisation with the participation of students, researchers and the Central Administration. There is currently a waiting list to work with sustainable optimisation, which has resulted in many great certifications.
MedTech Odense
20.June.2025
Apply for funding from MedTech Odense: Calls are open now
Are you working on the next breakthrough in health technology? MedTech Odense is now open for applications from projects that can help solve challenges in healthcare for the benefit of patients.
New education
18.June.2025
New degree programmes in dentistry and dental hygiene at the University of Southern Denmark
The political decision to establish degree programmes in dentistry and dental hygiene at SDU meets the need for more dental specialists to strengthen the healthcare sector of the Region of Southern Denmark and to ensure better dental care for its citizens.
Climate
06.June.2025
Become a climate ambassador at SDU
– and put climate on the agenda where you work.
Action plan
04.June.2025
Handleplan
A new action plan strengthens career and competence development at SDU with shared responsibility, strategic direction, and local anchoring.
EPICUR
03.June.2025
Community across Europe
In early June, the University of Southern Denmark hosted the EPICUR Forum 2025 on sustainable transformation.
Summer 2025
03.June.2025
Changes to operations at Technical Services during the summer
Technical Services would like to point out that there may be changes to operations during the summer
FLEKS
02.June.2025
Instructions for flex adjustment on Great Prayer Day
The system thinks that General Prayer Day is still a public holiday, and it is therefore important that you correct your hours in Buanco/FlexIkon. If you have already tried to correct your flex in relation to General Prayer Day. General Prayer Day, please check the instructions below. If you need help, please contact the person responsible for holiday planning in your section/unit.
Rector Portrait
28.May.2025
See the Portrait of Henrik Dam
Yesterday, Thomas Kluge’s portrait of SDU’s former rector, Henrik Dam, was unveiled, making him the latest former SDU rector to be portrayed.
Master’s Degree Reform
27.May.2025
Status of the Master’s Degree Reform at SDU
SDU has now seen the first drafts of the ministerial orders that will implement the reform. The Ministerial Accreditation Order is the first to be submitted for consultation ahead of a meeting in the conciliation committee in June, where the parties will also discuss the universities’ plans for a new master’s degree landscape.
EPICUR
26.May.2025
Tell your students about EPICUR – autumn courses can be applied for in June
As a teacher, you can help your students expand their professional and international horizons through EPICUR. Through the alliance, SDU students have access to a wide range of international courses and activities – taught either online, as blended learning (a combination of online and physical attendance) or with physical presence.
Sustainable
21.May.2025
Why did the grass disappear?
You may have wondered why an excavator recently removed large sections of the lawn at the administration building at SDU in Odense? Here is the explanation.
Sustainable
09.May.2025
Train to Stockholm – a step towards more sustainable work-related trips
Six employees from SDU chose rails over boarding zones and baggage carousels when travelling to a professional event in Sweden – and discovered a climate-friendly travel option with no stress and room for contemplation.
EPICUR
09.May.2025
EPICUR Seed Funding Scheme 2025 – new opportunities for SDU researchers
The EPICUR Seed Funding Scheme is a joint, coordinated effort between EPICUR partner universities established to support research collaborations across the alliance.
A new phase
09.May.2025
Status of the restructuring of the study administration at SDU
The work to transform SDU's study administration has now entered a new phase.
EPICUR
08.May.2025
EPICUR Forum 2025 at SDU
Do you want to help develop research and learning initiatives with a focus on sustainable transformation – and at the same time strengthen SDU's European collaboration?
05.May.2025
Exclusive and Free Concert at SDU Odense
Come and experience choral music in the foyer (Atrium Courtyard) of the University Library of Southern Denmark in Odense, when the vocal ensemble Musica Ficta performs on Thursday, May 8 at 5 PM.
01.May.2025
Do you know a student who deserves an award?
Now you can nominate a student for one of SDU’s two new Annual Celebration Awards.
01.May.2025
SDU’s own translation tool is ready for use
The University of Southern Denmark is now making it possible to use artificial intelligence (AI) to translate internal news items and other brief texts. What is special about the AI-based translation tool is that it contains an SDU term list, so that the names of the University’s centres, departments and the like are translated correctly.
MedTech Odense
30.April.2025
MedTech Odense identifies pioneering project and opens for first calls
MedTech Odense is ready to distribute funds to researchers and clinicians. The funds are awarded to research and innovation projects with the potential to create the patient treatments of the future with new health technology.
EPICUR
29.April.2025
EPICUR opens the doors to European learning communities for SDU students and lecturers
– and provides easy access to academic development in an international environment.
28.April.2025
Technical Services will be absent on several dates in May
Service and Logistics will be "out of office" on May 9, and the entire Technical Services team will be absent on May 20–21. Therefore, there will be changes in the daily operations of Service and Logistics.
Phishing campaign
14.April.2025
SDU to conduct another phishing campaign
Soon, another fake email will likely land in the inboxes of all SDU employees. SDU IT is once again launching a phishing campaign to maintain focus on being cautious before clicking on links or anything else that could compromise the university and its staff.
SDU Vejle
08.April.2025
New IT and STEM Programmes Approved for SDU Vejle
Eight new IT and STEM programs will lay the foundations for an international research and education environment at the new campus.
04.April.2025
The University of Southern Denmark has joined the National Alli-ance for the Advancement of Basic Skills
Through knowledge sharing within the alliance, SDU hopes both to learn from others and to inspire workplaces to strengthen basic skills as a pathway to well-being and professional development.
OSU
27.March.2025
Status of the restructuring of the study administration at SDU
Following productive dialogues within the organisation in recent months, the work on restructuring the overall study administration (OSU) has become more clearly anchored, and the Executive Board has just made a decision on which task areas to continue working on.
Anniversary
26.March.2025
The University Library over 60 years – from unique book collections to knowledge hub
This year SDU’s Library celebrates its 60th anniversary as an indispensable resource for researchers and students at the University. Digitalisation has changed the Library forever – but the goal remains the same: Being present where the users are and recognising their needs – preferably before they themselves are aware of them.
HCM and ERP
26.March.2025
Access for externals is temporarily closed in Oracle HCM and ERP
SDU has temporarily removed the option to log in with username and password in Oracle HCM and ERP.
24.March.2025
MMMI Certification Paves the Way for Sustainable Construction at SDU
The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) takes sustainability seriously when constructing new buildings or renovating existing ones. This commitment is underscored by the latest certification from DGNB, which has awarded the MMMI building a Gold rating.
Collective agreement
24.March.2025
OK24 – new rules on pension and accrued leave
In the collective labour agreement in the state sector, changes have been agreed on increased flexibility in relation to pension and accrued leave, which will come into effect in spring 2025.
2025 intake
17.March.2025
Increasing Interest in SDU’s Programmes via Quota 2
The figures for this year’s applications to higher education programmes via quota 2 have been published. The University of Southern Denmark has seen a rise in the number of applicants for the third year in a row.
Donation
13.March.2025
Henning G. Kruse Foundation donates landmark building in Esbjerg to SDU
On 1 May 2025, the Henning G. Kruse Foundation will transfer the landmark property at Sædding Strandvej 18 in Esbjerg to the University of Southern Denmark. The building was previously the private residence of pioneer and businessman Henning G. Kruse and has been owned by the Henning G. Kruse Foundation since his death in 2022. Now the building will be used for research and development activities.
Admission
12.March.2025
Why SDU is raising its grade requirement to 7.0 for bachelor’s programmes
The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) is in the midst of a transformation. The goal is to create even more value through excellent research and outstanding graduates. The grade requirement for prospective students is now increasing.
Climate
11.March.2025
Would you like to know more about SDU’s consumption principles?
The procurement of goods and services generates the largest proportion of the University's CO2 emissions – emitting eight times more CO2 than our second largest source. However, by focusing on sustainable consumption, SDU can significantly reduce the University’s climate footprint.
27.February.2025
SDU has applied for the EU HR Excellence in Research certification
On 30 January 2025, the University of Southern Denmark applied to the European Commission for the HR Excellence in Research certification. The effort underlines SDU’s commitment to creating attractive working conditions and career development opportunities for researchers, and the certifi-cation will strengthen research applications, particularly in EU contexts.
EPICUR
26.February.2025
News from EPICUR
Read about new funding for the development of EPICUR learning elements, the EPICUR SEED Funding Scheme 2024 and 2025, and that now is the time to tip students about the EPICUR Summer School.
YERUN
25.February.2025
SDU researcher wins YERUN Research Mobility Award
In 2025, Associate Professor Muhammad Tahir Ashraf from the Department of Green Technology at the Faculty of Engineering is among the recipients of the YERUN Research Mobility Awards.
21.February.2025
Partial Closure of Campustorvet
Due to the renovation of the ceiling at Campustorvet in Odense, construction workers will be present, and the square will be partially closed from Thursday, February 27, for approximately three and a half weeks.
Winter weather
19.February.2025
Keeping paths and roads safe in winter is no easy task
If you experience slippery spots on SDU's land, please call 6550 8888. Salt will be applied as soon as possible and falls and damage will hopefully be avoided.
Winter weather
19.February.2025
Keeping paths and roads safe in winter is no easy task
Are you experiencing slippery areas on SDU's grounds? Please call 6550 8888 and SDU's gardeners will make sure to salt as soon as possible and prevent falls and damage.
Sustainable
19.February.2025
Do you want to be a climate ambassador at SDU?
Would you like to help create change at SDU and contribute to reducing the university's climate and environmental impact?
The Reflection Room in Odense
19.February.2025
Temporary Closure of the Reflection Room in Odense
The reflection room is temporarily closed until September 1, 2025.
SDU IT
31.January.2025
Adjustment of rules for spam and quarantine emails
SDU IT has adjusted the rules for when emails go to spam and quarantine, and increased automatic communication about emails in quarantine
Agreement with new canteen partner
23.January.2025
New canteen partner brings new initiatives to Odense campus
On Monday 27 January at 8.45am, the doors will open to the brand new The Central Canteen on campus in Odense.
Salary Negotiations 2025
22.January.2025
Annual Salary Negotiations 2025
The year 2025 has begun, which means that the annual salary negotiations are starting once again.
Grant
22.January.2025
New national PhD academy is an investment in future research talents
The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) has received a grant of DKK 500 million from the Novo Nordisk Foundation to establish a national PhD academy focusing on talent development and researcher education. The academy will be located at SDU, and the activities are for PhD students broadly within the Danish university sector.
Agreement with new canteen partner
20.January.2025
Sustainable cups at SDU in Odense from 20 January
From 20 January 2025, the cafés at SDU in Odense will start using the sustainable return system Vytal. It's a system that makes it easy for students and staff to enjoy coffee and other drinks in an environmentally friendly way.
OK 24
17.January.2025
News about the OK24 Agreements in the State Sector
During the spring of 2024, the OK24 negotiations in the state sector were in full swing. Here is an overview of the changes that have now come into effect.
Master’s Degree Reform
13.January.2025
SDU’s new master’s degree landscape in 2028
As part of the implementation of the Master’s Degree Reform, SDU’s Executive Board has approved which master’s degree programmes the University is to restructure towards the start of studies in 2028.
Competence Development
08.January.2025
Get Funding for Your Competence Development
From January 14th at 10:00 AM, you can apply for funds from the State Competence Fund's pools.
SDU IT
07.January.2025
SDU IT is the new joint unit for IT and Digitalisation
With the turn of the year, the university says goodbye to SDU Digital and the old SDU IT and welcomes the new SDU IT.
Agreement with new canteen partner
23.December.2024
New canteen supplier in January
– what opens when on campus in Odense?
Study Administration
23.December.2024
People first – Vision for SDU’s Study Administration
In October, the Rectorate and the Deputy Director of Studies announced that a dialogue would be initiated with the management and collegiate bodies on the further work on Carve’s recommendations for the future study administration.
New policy
19.December.2024
SDU’s Open Science policy has been revised – what does this mean for you?
SDU has been working to implement Open Science at the University for a long time, and today 80 per cent of the research publications are open access. Now, a revised Open Science policy sets new goals for the further work.
Educational quality
19.December.2024
New educational quality policy from January
At the beginning of the New Year, we will change the way we develop and ensure the educational quality at SDU. The Executive Board has adopted new goals and how they are to be followed up. The focus will be on development and results instead of on controlling initiatives.
MedTech Odense
18.December.2024
Five tips for the medtech partnership
Get the latest news from Søren E. Frandsen, Head of SDU RIO and the new MedTech Odense – a partnership comprising SDU, the Region of Southern Denmark at OUH and Odense Municipality.
Sustainable
18.December.2024
New climate plan in 2025–2027
SDU will continue its targeted efforts to reduce the University’s greenhouse gas emissions. SDU’s management has therefore approved a more ambitious climate plan (2.0) for the period 2025–2027, which will replace SDU’s previous climate plan (1.0) for the period 2022–2024.
Opening hours during Christmas
10.December.2024
2024 Christmas holiday notifications from the Central Administration
The Christmas period entails changed services in SDU's joint administration. Get the overview here.
Obituary
10.December.2024
Obituary for Henrik Johnsen Vindt
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our colleague Henrik Johnsen Vindt on December 5th, 2024.
Education
09.December.2024
New flagship centre at SDU and OUH
The Centre for Integrated Multi-Omics in Precision Medicine (CIMP) has received the academic seal of approval from SDU and OUH as the new research flagship across the two institutions.
Agreement with new canteen partner
09.December.2024
New canteen partner brings new initiatives to Odense campus
SDU has entered into an agreement with Jespers Torvekøkken, which will take over responsibility for canteen and café operations in Odense from 1 January 2025.
We Go Green
06.December.2024
We Go Green - the winners are announced
We Go Green 2024 was a record year. Almost twice as many people participated in the campaign in 2024 as in 2023.
Working time
05.December.2024
Registration of working hours
The purpose of time registration is to comply with the law and – perhaps more importantly – to ensure a good and attractive working environment at SDU
Climate
04.December.2024
New mandatory rules for the procurement of goods and services
New principles from SDU's management make sustainable choices a part of everyday life for all employees and are our common tool for achieving SDU's climate goals.
Education
04.December.2024
SDU gets two new master's degree programmes
The University of Southern Denmark has received the green light from the Ministry of Higher Education and Science to offer two new master's degree programmes. Both will be offered at SDU's campus in Sønderborg.
EPICUR
28.November.2024
Apply for Funding to Develop EPICUR Learning Elements
It is now possible to apply for funding to develop and implement learning elements within the framework of the EPICUR alliance.
Workplace Assessment (APV) and Well-Being Survey 2024
28.November.2024
Fewer employees have experienced stress or offensive behaviour
The results from this year’s APV and Well-Being Survey are ready, and they show positive trends but also point to challenges that we must continue to address.
Phishing
28.November.2024
Did you fall into the phishing trap?
SDU IT and Digital are taking stock after the autumn 2024 phishing campaign in which an email in the SDU inbox tried to lure login information out of employees through a QR code for updating their employee card.
Generative IA
25.November.2024
New page about generative AI on SDUnet
AI is developing rapidly and has the potential to positively support SDU’s development. As an employee, you can be even better at your job in a digital day-to-day with AI, but it requires a solid understanding of the new technology.
Agreement with new canteen partner
25.November.2024
SDU has signed an agreement with new canteen partner
Following the expiry of SDU’s contract with the Compass Group – our current canteen supplier – Jespers Torvekøkken will take over canteen and café operations at SDU in Odense from 1 January.
SDU elections 2024
25.November.2024
Today is election day at SDU
From today, Monday d. 25 November at 9 am and until Thursday d. 28 November at 3 pm you can vote for the SDU elections.
Master's reform at SDU
20.November.2024
Final Report from the Master's Degree Committee
The Master's Degree Committee has published its final report, outlining the framework for implementing the 2023 master's degree reform – one of the most comprehensive reforms of university education in recent history.
Education
20.November.2024
Take advantage of SDU’s offerings for employees with dyslexia
Read about SDU’s support and resources to improve reading and writing skills, and sign up for our information meeting on December 16, 2024.
The Holiday Foundation
08.November.2024
Opening for Bookings for 2025
The new season for 2025 will open for bookings on 15 November 2024.
SDU Vejle
25.October.2024
Vejle becomes a university city: SDU is establishing a campus focusing on IT and STEM programmes
The ambitions have been present since 2021 and now they are becoming a reality. The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) can now announce its historic decision to establish a new campus in Vejle, dedicated to IT and STEM education, with support from the LEGO Group and Vejle Municipality.
MedTech Odense
25.October.2024
MedTech partnership unites research and technology to shape the future of patient care
A new strategic partnership between the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), the Region of Southern Denmark and Odense Municipality will provide the framework for future technological healthcare solutions for patients throughout Denmark.
SDU Odense
22.October.2024
We’re travelling green 2024
Departments and offices at SDU Odense are invited to participate in Odense Municipality’s annual campaign focusing on green and active transport habits at workplaces in Odense. SDU is one of the nine founding members of the Odense Climate Partnership, so all interested parties are invited to participate.
Study Administration
22.October.2024
Next Step in the Transformation of SDU's Study Administration
SDU is now taking a further step in the transformation of its study administration.
APV 2024
14.October.2024
Information about the Workplace Assessment and Well-Being Survey 2024
An introductory question about nationality has been removed from the Workplace Assessment and Well-Being Survey.
Working time
10.October.2024
News about working time registration at SDU
The pilot project for selected TAPs at TEK and SDU HR started on October 7 and is expected to end mid-November. After the pilot project, it is expected that the rest of the target group (except TAP who register flex time in Buanco) will be able to register in mTIME - see target group below.
SDU elections 2024
10.October.2024
This year’s SDU elections will be held on 25–28 November
This year, the elections will include choosing TAP representatives to the University Council and student representatives to SDU’s Board. All staff and students can run for election and have a direct impact!
New education quality policy
10.October.2024
New education quality policy on the way
From quality control to quality culture
APV 2024
07.October.2024
The Workplace Assessment and Well-Being Survey 2024 starts now
On 8 October, employees covered by the collective workplace assessment and well-being survey will receive an email from Ramboll with a link to SDU’s Workplace Assessment and Well-Being Survey 2024.
Phishing campaign
25.September.2024
SDU conducts another phishing campaign
Once again, it is time again to test our ability to spot fraudulent emails.
APV 2024
25.September.2024
APV-2024
Who is better suited to assess the working environment than the employees themselves?
Copenhagen and Odense
24.September.2024
Price adjustments in the canteen in Odense and Copenhagen
According to the contract with SDU, the annual price adjustment will take place from Monday 16 September 2024.
Competence fund
19.September.2024
Applications about to open for skills development funding
On Tuesday 24 September 2024 at 10:00 am, new funds will be added to the State Competence Fund pools and applications will be open. You can write your application now, provided that your manager does not approve your application in the system until your pool is open.
Working time
04.September.2024
Holiday requests
It is now time to start planning and announcing leave in the holiday year 2024/2025, where holiday must be taken during the period from 1 September 2024 to 31 December 2025 (the holiday entitlement period).
Working time
02.September.2024
Working time registration
SDU is working together with the other universities to determine the framework for recording working hours.
Car parks
29.August.2024
Closure of car parks
Car parks will be closed in connection with the Semester Start Party. Are you travelling to SDU Odense by car? Then you’ll probably need to spend a little extra time parking over the next few weeks.
05.July.2024
Great interest in SDU’s programmes
Preliminary figures show a high level of interest in applying to SDU’s offered programmes.
Sustainable
28.June.2024
SDU’s Climate Plan 2.0 on the way
The Board has set the level of ambition in a new climate plan, and the Rectorate is now initiating the process of preparing a replacement for the current plan, which expires at the end of the year. A draft climate plan 2025–2027 with concrete initiatives will be discussed at the board meeting in December.
Q&A
28.June.2024
SDU must take a curious, bold and critical approach to generative AI
The potentials are great and the challenges considerable in the work of disseminating generative AI at SDU. Below, University Director Thomas Buchvald Vind gives us his and the Rectorate’s take on how the University can grasp the potentials and address the challenges.
28.June.2024
News about registration of working hours from 1 July 2024
The rules require employers to introduce a working time registration system that makes it possible to measure the daily working time for the individual employee. Over the summer, SDU will clarify how the new rules are to be implemented in the organisation.
Holiday closings
27.June.2024
Summer holiday closings in the Central Administration
Several departments in the Central Administration are either closed or have reduced staffing during the summer holidays. Extended response times should therefore be expected when contacting the individual units. For Technical Services, there are a number of practical changes regarding operations.
SDU IT
27.June.2024
SDU IT wish you a safe and enjoyable summer
Dear colleague, The summer holidays are approaching fast and as you may be planning to travel abroad during the holiday period, we would like to remind you of the importance of safe digital behaviour, especially when using your SDU computer. We want to ensure that your data and personal information remain protected wherever you are.
About quality policy
27.June.2024
Responding to consultation on education quality policies
Here are some insights into the feedback
URIS GUIDELINES
26.June.2024
Background check of prospective employees
According to the URIS guidelines, SDU and the other Danish universities are obliged to have procedures in place for carrying out screenings and thorough background checks on people who have applied for a position at the university.
Organisational change
26.June.2024
From Student Services to SDU Education
During the spring of 2024, Student Services has undergone an organisational change that will support greater academic cohesion and ensure the right foundation for its work with SDU’s strategic priorities.
Faculty of Business and Social Sciences
25.June.2024
Hanne Søndergaard Birkmose becomes Dean of SAMF
After acting in the position as Dean of the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences since 10 April, Hanne Søndergaard Birkmose has been confirmed in the post.
Project supplement
24.June.2024
Introduction to the project supplement
Universities Denmark and six private research funding foundations are now ready with a guide to the introduction of project supplements in grants for financing the universities’ expenses in research projects.
Climate Thursdays
22.June.2024
Climate Thursdays 2024
Climate Thursdays are a series of online lectures – free of charge.
Elections for the Occupational Health and Safety Organisation
13.June.2024
Elections for the Occupational Health and Safety Organisation at SDU
Following the implementation of a new local agreement regarding the organisation of occupational health and safety work at SDU, elections are now being called for the occupational health and safety organisation.
Biodiversitet
13.June.2024
Contribute to creating a University with more biodiversity
In the coming months, a new initiative will collect and process proposals to increase biodiversity on the University of Southern Denmark’s campuses. The management will select and prioritise initiatives among the proposals. Both students and staff can now submit proposals.
Eulogy
07.June.2024
Eulogy for Miguel Malek Maalouf
It is with great sadness that we announce that our colleague Miguel Malek Maalouf passed away on 2 June 2024
SDU Reuses
06.June.2024
SDU Reuses – Campaign for Circular Consumption
During the summer of 2024, SDU will conduct a pilot project aimed at identifying items that could potentially find new life elsewhere, preferably within campus.
Strategic
28.May.2024
Status on the implementation of SDU’s new strategy
In June 2023, SDU’s Board approved a new strategy that details how the University will tackle the challenges and seize the great opportunities that lie ahead until 2030. Almost a year after its approval, the Rectorate’s Newsletter has talked to Rector Jens Ringsmose about the implementation of SDU’s new strategy.
FLEXITIME
28.May.2024
Guide for settling flexitime on General Prayer Day
Here is a little guide for adjusting flexitime on General Prayer Day. If you have already tried to correct your flex in relation to the General Prayer Day, please check again according to the instructions below. If you need help, please contact the person responsible for holiday planning in your unit.
SDUx
16.May.2024
The SDUx experiment comes to an end
Eighteen months ago, SDU’s management decided to try an experiment in developing new forms of further and continuing education under the name SDUx. The experiment is now coming to an end and the knowledge gained will be incorporated into the University’s work with ‘lifelong learning’.
Working Time Directive
15.May.2024
New rules for registering working hours are coming to SDU
The new EU Working Time Directive requires all public and private employers in Denmark to register employees’ working hours. Its purpose is to safeguard employees’ rights, health and well-being in the workplace. The law comes into force on 1 July this year, and universities are currently working to find the most pragmatic and user-friendly solutions.
SDU HR
14.May.2024
New local agreement on health and safety work at SDU
New framework at SDU for how health and safety work is organised. Now it is time to put the framework into practice – the elections for the health and safety organisation take place in June.
New organisation of IT tasks at SDU
14.May.2024
SDU IT and SDU Digital join forces
The University Director has decided that SDU IT and SDU Digital will be merged into a joint area in the Central Administration as of 1 June 2024. Going forward, SDU Digital’s current Head of Division, Bue Raun Andersen, will serve as head of division for the new digital area. In the months ahead, he will enter into dialogue with managers and employees in SDU IT and SDU Digital with a view to shaping the new organisation.
Phishing
14.May.2024
Follow-up to the spring phishing campaign
This spring, SDU has conducted another phishing campaign, this time with a new approach.
Consultation
10.May.2024
Education quality policy out for consultation
Please take a minute to read the proposed policy and take the chance to submit comments.
SDU IT
08.May.2024
SDU IT will be out of the office
Wednesday, May 15, and Thursday, May 16, 2024
Service and Logistics
01.May.2024
Service and Logistics is away on Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23 May 2024
There will therefore be changes in daily operations in Service and Logistics on those days
Kick-off
30.April.2024
OUH and SDU have embarked on an even closer collaboration
A good healthcare system requires perspectives from all university disciplines.
25.April.2024
Possible changes within SDU’s digital organisation
Jacob-Steen Madsen, head of SDU IT, has accepted a new job as manager of DKCERT. The University Director is therefore considering the overall organisation of SDU’s digital organisation, which consists of SDU IT and SDU Digital.
Eulogy
24.April.2024
Eulogy for Kimmo Herttua
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our esteemed colleague Kimmo Jouko Kaarel Herttua on April 21, 2024.
Education
22.April.2024
SDU launches new programmes in Quantum Computing and Psychology
Syddansk Universitet (SDU) has received approval from the Ministry of Higher Education and Science to offer new programs in Quantum Computing and Psychology. The Quantum Computing master’s program will be the first of its kind in Denmark.
Sector dimensioning
19.April.2024
Political agreement on sector dimensioning
On 19 April, the Danish government (the Social Democrats, Venstre – The Liberal Party of Denmark and the Moderates) as well as the Green Left, Danish Democrats, Liberal Alliance and the Conservative People’s Party entered into a political agreement on the sectoral dimensioning of undergraduate programmes.
Eulogy
11.April.2024
Eulogy for Peter Sudhölter
With great sadness we announce that our esteemed colleague Peter Sudhölter passed away on April 2, 2024.
Faculty of Business and Social Sciences
09.April.2024
CBS recruits new president from SDU
Peter Møllgaard has been appointed as the new President of Copenhagen Business School (CBS). He has served as Dean of the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences at SDU since 1 June 2022.
21.March.2024
SDU Research Academy – What is it and what does it do?
Assistant professors and recently appointed associate professors at the University of Southern Denmark will most likely be able to join the SDU Research Academy programme from the autumn of 2024, a pilot programme which aims to implement the support for SDU researchers more naturally in their everyday work, and it has got off to a good start.
Digitization
21.March.2024
Have you used a supercomputer today?
Supercomputers are ready to boost your research both here at SDU and at a number of other Danish universities. But what difference can supercomputers make? This was the focus when the Danish e-infrastructure Consortium (DeiC) visited SDU.
18.March.2024
More applicants to SDU’s programmes via quota 2
The figures for this year’s applications to higher education programmes via quota 2 have been published. At the University of Southern Denmark, a positive increase can be seen for the second year in a row.
14.March.2024
SDU IT is changing service management solution
Monday, March 18 2024, SDU IT will launch Freshservice
Store Bededag
12.March.2024
Abolition of Store Bededag as a public holiday (updated)
In connection with the collective bargaining negotiations in the state sector, it has been agreed that compensation for the removal of Store Bededag as a public holiday will be included in the special holiday allowance
New Health
08.March.2024
New HEALTH officially opened
Spring was in the air and in many of the speeches when New HEALTH – SDU’s new Faculty of Health Sciences – was inaugurated on 1 March 2024.
Special vacation days
08.March.2024
Call for requests for placement of special vacation days
Call for requests for placement of special vacation days will be taking place in the following weeks.
Office 365
07.March.2024
Office for All - Learn When You Need It!
Are your Microsoft Office skills a bit rusty, or have you never really delved into the possibilities of the tools? Now there is help to be found on SDUnet.dk.
New service solution
06.March.2024
New service solution hitting a computer near you soon!
SDU IT, are in the process of transitioning to a new service management solution
Phishing campaign
06.March.2024
SDU conducts another phishing campaign
At SDU, we continue to work to increase information security. This is done, among other things, by conducting campaigns with simulated phishing.
DIAS 3.0
29.February.2024
New vision for DIAS has been approved
In a recently approved vision for ’Dias 3.0’, director Sten Rynning describes the route to a DIAS with significant changes, closer ties to SDU and greater visibility regarding the elitist ambition that is inherent in DIAS.
International students
29.February.2024
New internationalisation project in the pipeline
An overall strategic effort to recruit the most talented international students is about to be implemented at the University following its approval by the Executive Board.
The Jazz Collections
28.February.2024
The greatest names in jazz are hanging out the basement at SDU
At least in the form of unique audio recordings, photos and other exceptional items. The jazz collections at the University Library of Southern Denmark are known worldwide as a true treasure trove of jazz history. We visited in honour of the collection’s contribution to a new, completely sold-out jazz release.
Nyt SUND
27.February.2024
Prevention of theft at Nyt SUND
As one of several initiatives launched to prevent further thefts, initiatives will now be taken to reset and re-deliver keys to employees at Nyt SUND.
Technical Services
22.February.2024
Information about SDU’s warehouse and logistics
Please be aware that Technical Services’ warehouse and logistics department is currently facing staffing challenges.
Community singing
21.February.2024
Community singing at SDU Odense
Come and sing the day in with colleagues and students at SDU. Everyone is welcome!
Satsning
07.February.2024
Which centre will be appointed SDU and OUH’s next flagship centre?
Now begins the process of finding the next joint SDU-OUH flagship centre, which will be named at the end of 2024.
Nyt SUND
02.February.2024
Thefts on Nyt SUND
Unfortunately, there have been several thefts at Nyt SUND recently.
Store Bededag
31.January.2024
Abolition of Store Bededag as a public holiday
On February 28, 2023, the Act on the consequences of abolishing Store Bededag as a public holiday (Act no. 214 of 06/03/2023) was passed by a majority vote in the Danish Parliament.
Improvements
31.January.2024
2024 to bring continuous improvement
This year, the work on SDU’s simplification model is to be accelerated. The purpose of the model is to free up time and resources for research and teaching by looking at the workflows of administrative tasks.
Lifelong learning
31.January.2024
SDUx goes live
SDU’s new investment in lifelong learning in collaboration with the business community launches in February with a completely sold-out course on artificial intelligence.
Security
30.January.2024
New PET campaign to focus on security in research
How do we best protect Danish research from the serious security, financial and ethical consequences that can arise in international collaborations? A new campaign spotlights this issue.
SDU HR
19.January.2024
Intelligent Exercise
Get off to a strong start in 2024 with easy exercises you can do in the office or in front of your computer.
SDU HR
16.January.2024
Consultancy from SDU HR, Work Environment & Development becomes free of charge
As from 1 January 2024, managers and units at SDU can request consultancy from SDU HR, Work Environment & Development free of charge. The new framework for consultancy has been introduced to reduce the University’s administration.
15.January.2024
Henrik Bindslev continues as Dean of TEK
In the years to come, Henrik Bindslev will continue to serve as the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering (TEK) at the University of Southern Denmark. A unanimous employment committee has reappointed the seasoned force to be reckoned with in management and research, much to the delight of SDU and Henrik Bindslev himself.
ESDH
04.January.2024
The ESDH team is now part of SDU Digital
The ESDH team, with Gitte Brobyskov and Maja Skov, has moved from SDU HR to SDU Digital as of 1st January. As of now, Thomas Friis Gjesing, programme manager for ‘Fremtidens ESDH’, will also be head of the team.
03.January.2024
Longer Response Times in the Servicedesk
Due to exam-related tasks
02.January.2024
Graphic and language services become free of charge
From 1 January 2024, employees at SDU can order graphic design and printing free of charge. The same applies to linguistic assistance from SDU’s Language Services Unit. The new procedure has been introduced to reduce the administrative work at the University.
HR
02.January.2024
SDU has entered into an agreement with Falck on psychological counselling
Effective from 1 January 2024, SDU has entered into an agreement with Falck on psychological counselling for employees at SDU.
Vision
21.December.2023
OUH and SDU add new layers to their collaboration
With a new joint vision, SDU and OUH will address several of society's major challenges through new knowledge, innovative methods and strong proposals for the technological solutions of the future.
SDU IT
21.December.2023
Changed opening hours between Christmas and New Year
All our service desks are closed between Christmas and New Year.
Air travel
21.December.2023
SDU employees are flying significantly less
New data from the University of Southern Denmark shows that compared to the years before the Coronavirus pandemic, employees’ total CO2e emissions from air travel have been significantly reduced. From having emitted 3,645,000 kg CO2e in 2019, the figure in 2023 is currently at 1,303,000 kg CO2e.
Gender equality
20.December.2023
Visit from IGAB
At the end of November, the University of Southern Denmark was visited by SDU’s International Gender Advisory Board (IGAB), which over two days provided SDU with constructive recommendations and reflections in relation to the strategic diversity, inclusion and gender equality work that takes place at the University.
Research Support
14.December.2023
SDU’s Research Support Hub: An easier gateway to overview, funding, and support
A new shared tool at sdunet.dk will make it easier to explore funding opportunities, find relevant colleagues and research support across SDU, and make application processes simpler and more transparent for the researchers, research group leaders, and research support units.
Sustainability
14.December.2023
New organisational changes in the name of sustainability
In June 2023, SDU’s Board adopted the University’s new strategy. The new strategy calls for organisational changes regarding the University’s sustainability work.
Regionalisation
13.December.2023
SDU strengthens the Triangle Region
Tailwind for SDU’s ambitions to build the future’s research and education environment in IT and engineering in the Triangle Region.
SDU UP
05.December.2023
Change of SDU UP’s organisational structure as of 1 January 2024
SDU UP (SDU Centre for Teaching and Learning) supports the development of teaching, learning and testing methods, including e-learning and digital exams. SDU UP is currently organisationally anchored at the Faculty of Humanities.
Copilot
05.December.2023
Copilot chat is now available to all employees at SDU
SDU now makes the Copilot chatbot available to all employees at SDU. This is a good opportunity to test AI technology on your own tasks. However, users must be aware of the security limitations and pitfalls.
Deputy Director
28.November.2023
New Deputy Director of Studies at SDU
As of 1 January 2024, Stinne Hørup Hansen will be the new Deputy Director of Studies at SDU. A strong asset and a good starting point for the major changes we are facing in the field of education.
Green lab network
17.November.2023
First steps taken towards new Green Lab Network
On Wednesday 4 October, the University of Southern Denmark, Green Lab, Danish Life Science Cluster and Life Science Fyn held the ‘Sustainable Life Science – Laboratories under the Microscope’ conference.
SDU
14.November.2023
Respect for different opinions and respectful tone of communication at Danish universities
Announcement from SDU's management.
SDU
14.November.2023
SDU discontinues activities in Slagelse
Unfortunately, it was not possible to reach an agreement that could have led to Roskilde University taking over SDU Slagelse. Subsequently, SDU has been working on alternative solutions, but without finding a sustainable alternative. SDU has therefore decided to discontinue its activities in West Zealand.
Working environment
13.November.2023
Temperature restriction removed at SDU
This coming winter, temperatures will no longer be restricted to a maximum of 19 degrees at SDU’s locations – but you are still encouraged to think before turning up the thermostat.
The Vacation Fund
07.November.2023
Vacation Fund Opens on December 1st for Bookings for the High Season 2024 - Important Information about the Lottery
We hope that you've all had a wonderful holiday throughout the year and are ready to look forward to the high season in 2024. We have exciting news to share with you regarding bookings and a change in our allocation system for holiday homes.
SDU
03.November.2023
New agreement between foundations and universities will strengthen research
Danish Universities and six private research foundations have reached a consensus on an agreement for a model for the foundations’ coverage of the costs of research projects at the universities.
SDU
01.November.2023
Freedom of expression and respect for diversity
SDU upholds freedom of expression and the right of individuals to use it. In addition to being a fundamental right in a democracy, freedom of expression is also crucial for the functioning of a university. Freedom of expression is inextricably linked to academic freedom and freedom of research.
Smoking
01.November.2023
New smoking policy adopted at the University of Southern Denmark
New principles regarding smoking and tobacco use on the University of Southern Denmark’s premises have been approved and adopted by the Rectorate, and smoking cessation courses are being offered to employees who want help to quit.
Phishing campaign
31.October.2023
Follow-up on phishing campaign
Once again this autumn, SDU carried out a phishing campaign in which a fake email was sent out with the aim of getting employees to provide their login details.
Brugtvarebørs
31.October.2023
Remember the used goods exchange
Are you in need of a new office chair or other office supplies for your daily work? Then you should check SDU's second-hand goods exchange, where there may be just what you are looking for.
New SIS
30.October.2023
New student information system
Along with six other universities in the New SIS Programme alliance, SDU has just signed an agreement on the construction of a new student information system (SIS). After a long tendering process and a document that has been awaiting approval from the Danish Parliament’s Finance Committee, work can now begin with the winning supplier – Fluido.
30.October.2023
Joint purchases of office supplies for SDU’s central warehouse have considerably reduced Lyreco orders
An internal optimisation of the logistics involved in ordering office supplies has contributed to SDU significantly reducing the amount of small orders to Lyreco. The initiative has resulted in a smaller CO2 footprint by means of fewer journeys and less packaging, and the initiative is set to continue.
Closer strategic alliance
26.October.2023
SDU and OUH are strengthening their strategic collaboration
The University and Odense University Hospital are working on a common vision for a broad strategic collaboration. In this context, a joint unit has now been set up to support the collaboration.
CO2 emissions
26.October.2023
SDU’s Climate Accounts 2018–2022 show an overall decrease in CO2 emissions
The management has presented the climate accounts for 2018–2022 to the University’s Board. The accounts show an overall decrease in SDU’s CO2 emissions since 2018, but some effort is still needed if the goal of a 57% reduction is to be achieved by 2030.
Security
25.October.2023
The implementation of the URIS recommendations gets another boost
With the appointment of Mads Niemann-Christensen as head of security, the implementation of the URIS recommendations gets a boost. The recommendations were issued by the Ministry of Higher Education and Science and are intended to ensure various aspects of business-critical security.
Generative AI
13.October.2023
Generative AI is moving into university education programmes
In April 2023, the Council for Education decided to create a cross-cutting effort for generative AI at SDU.
About well-being
09.October.2023
Well-being event
Students and staff are invited to participate in this year’s well-being event October 31
EPICUR-collaboration
29.September.2023
EPICUR alliance to increase internationalisation at SDU
EPICUR is the name of the European University Alliance, which the University of Southern Denmark joined in 2021. Not everyone is aware of the alliance and the opportunities it offers you as a lecturer, researcher or student. In the following, Rector Jens Ringsmose elaborates on the collaboration and the perspectives SDU sees in the EPICUR alliance.
The competence foundation
28.September.2023
Seek funding for skills development
On Tuesday 3 October 2023 at 10:00 a.m., funds will be added to all the pools of the State Sector Competence Fund, and it is again possible to seek funding for skills development.
Community singing
28.September.2023
Community singing at SDU Odense, 10th November and 8th December
Come and sing the day in with fellow students, researchers, lecturers and other employees at SDU. Everyone is welcome!
SDU Moves
27.September.2023
Take your colleagues on a discovery journey
Are you curious about what lies behind the doors of the new HEALTH building? Now is your chance to get closer and experience it for yourself. We invite you and your colleagues to an exciting semi-guided tour of the brand-new building.
Slagelse
20.September.2023
SDU and RUC discontinue negotiations
More than six months of investigations, which were supposed to lead to Roskilde University taking over Campus Slagelse from the University of Southern Denmark, have unfortunately ended without a mutual agreement.
Odense
15.September.2023
We’re travelling GREEN 2023
Departments and offices at SDU Odense are hereby invited to participate in Odense Municipality’s annual campaign focusing on green and active transport habits at workplaces in Odense. Because SDU is one of the nine founding members of the Odense Climate Partnership, all interested parties are invited to participate.
Education vision
11.September.2023
Education vision set to strengthen the Triangle Region
SDU’s vision of helping to build a future research and education environment in the fields of IT and engineering in the Triangle Region, one of the country’s key industrial regions, is alive and well.
New SUND
04.September.2023
The keys to New SUND have officially been handed over to SDU
On Friday 1 September, the University of Southern Denmark signed an agreement signalling that the new building housing the Faculty of Health Sciences has now been formally handed over to SDU.
Phishing campaign
31.August.2023
SDU is launching a new phishing campaign
SDU is continuing its training in good information security, and once again a phishing campaign is to be launched.
Holiday requests
30.August.2023
Holiday requests
It is now time to start planning and announcing leave in the holiday year 2023/2024, where holiday must be taken during the period from 1 September 2023 to 31 December 2024 (the holiday entitlement period).
ESDH system
25.August.2023
SDU expects to put the new ESDH system, WorkZone, into service on 4 March 2024
Until now, the ESDH of the Future programme had aimed to put WorkZone into service on 1 December 2023. However, with a new anticipated operational date of 4 March 2024, a smoother transition from the current ESDH system, Acadre, to WorkZone is ensured.
25.August.2023
Do you want an update on climate change?
Then sign up for the free online webinar series Climate Thursdays
Opening of new tram stop
24.August.2023
Come to the opening of the new tram stop and see Nyt SUND
On Friday 25 August at 12 noon, the new tram stop 'SDU Syd/Hospital Nord' will be inaugurated. The opening also marks the opening of the teaching facilities at Nyt SUND on Monday 28 August.
New Deputy Director of Studies
22.August.2023
Follow-up on the analysis of the Study Administration – new Deputy Director of Studies
As a follow-up to the analysis of the Study Administration, the Rectorate has decided to create a new position as Deputy Director of Studies. The position will be advertised in September and the new Deputy Director is expected to start on 1 January 2024.
Closure of car parks
18.August.2023
Car parks will be closed in connection with the Semester Start Party
Are you travelling to SDU Odense by car? Then you’ll probably need to spend a little extra time parking over the next few weeks.
Uniform at Work Day
17.August.2023
27 September to be national Uniform at Work Day
To honour and pay tribute to military reservists and volunteers in Denmark’s overall defence and emergency readiness (the so-called total-defence concept), a national uniform day is to be held on 27 September. The University of Southern Denmark supports the initiative, and everyone is welcome to show up in uniform on the day.
Work Anniversaries
14.August.2023
Changed procedure for work anniversary celebrations at SDU
Now, anniversaries will officially be marked with a joint reception when employees have been at SDU for 25, 40 and 50 years. Previously, the joint reception was held on anniversaries of state employment.
28.July.2023
Welcome to 4,635 new SDU students
At midnight, 4,635 prospective students received offers of places on SDU’s bachelor programmes. This is an increase of 7% on the previous year.
New board members
07.July.2023
SDU appoints two new board members
Former Minister and Member of the Danish Parliament Ulla Tørnæs and Troels Petersen, Senior Vice President at Danfoss, are set to join SDU’s Board of Directors on 1 October 2023.
06.July.2023
Increase in applications to the University of Southern Denmark’s bachelor programmes
This year, SDU has seen a 9% increase in applications for its bachelor and professional bachelor programmes compared to last year. The entire university sector is seeing an increase in applications.
Summer greetings
30.June.2023
Summer greetings from the Rectorate
We wish everyone at SDU a great summer of relaxation, paperback novels and the opportunity to recharge your batteries.
Future undergraduate intake
29.June.2023
New model for future undergraduate intake
A new admissions model will ensure that prospective students have the necessary qualities to complete a university education.
Central Administration
29.June.2023
Summer staffing in the Central Administration
Several departments in the Central Administration will either be closed or operate with reduced staffing over the summer. Extended response times should therefore be expected when contacting the individual departments.
SDU
28.June.2023
Political agreement on new master’s degree reform
On 27 June, the Danish Government (Social Democrats, Venstre and Moderaterne) and SF, Danmarksdemokraterne, Liberal Alliance and the Conservative People’s Party signed a political framework agreement on the reform of master’s degree programmes.
SDU IT
23.June.2023
SDU IT wish you a safe and enjoyable summer
Dear colleague, The summer holidays are approaching fast and as you may be planning to travel abroad during the holiday period, we would like to remind you of the importance of safe digital behaviour, especially when using your SDU computer. We want to ensure that your data and personal information remain protected wherever you are.
Strategic direction
13.June.2023
The University of Southern Denmark adopts new strategy
The Board of SDU has just approved a new strategy that details how the University will tackle the major challenges and seize the great opportunities that lie ahead towards 2030.
New director
07.June.2023
Sten Rynning to be the new director of the Danish Institute for Advanced Study
SDU’s rector, Jens Ringsmose, has appointed professor of political science Sten Rynning as the new director of the University of Southern Denmark’s interdisciplinary elite research centre, DIAS.
SDU Digital
02.June.2023
SDU Digital gets new services page
After months of work and an intense final spurt, SDU Digital recently launched its new services page.
SDU
31.May.2023
Result of the adjustment process
On 23 March, we reported that SDU’s finances are under pressure due to declining educational revenues and price increases, and that management had decided to adjust the University’s finances. We are pleased to announce that the adjustment process is now complete. Below you can read about the outcome of the process, an evaluation of the process and a thank you to everyone for their efforts.
The canteen
30.May.2023
The canteen is short of their cutlery and crockery in general
The canteen is generally short of crockery and cutlery, so make sure it is returned to the collection trolleys – and doesn’t end up in lunch rooms around the University.
Art Association
25.May.2023
The Art Association invites you to a pop-up event
SDU’s Art Association invites all staff and students to the Winter Garden on 31 May to view and talk about art.
Study Environment Survey 2023
19.May.2023
Student well-being is improving
This year's results from the Study Environment Survey (SMU) are in, and there is a marked improvement in the well-being of SDU students compared to the last survey in 2021, which is thought to have been affected by the coronavirus lockdown.
Phishing campaign
17.May.2023
Phishing campaign – Did you click too?
In March 2023, SDU conducted a phishing campaign.
Charging points
11.May.2023
Now you can charge your electric car in Odense
At SDU in Odense, staff, students and visitors can now charge their electric or hybrid car while at the University. Four cars can be charged at a time.
Slagelse
08.May.2023
Adjusted timetable for the transfer of the Slagelse campus
SDU and RUC are now working towards a transfer date for the educational and research activities in Slagelse on 1 September 2024 instead of at the turn of the year.
SDU
03.May.2023
Discontinuation of education programmes
SDU’s efforts to balance the economy means that a number of education programmes at two of the University’s faculties will be discontinued.
Annual siren test
02.May.2023
Mobile phones included in annual siren test
Here's how to respond to the important warning
The canteen in Odense
27.April.2023
The canteen in Odense is closed today due to a strike - opens again on Friday
The canteen staff in Odense are on strike and have ceased work on 27 April. Therefore, the canteen is closed today.
SDU
25.April.2023
Financial adjustment: Result of the remediation phase
SDU’s management has decided on voluntary agreements and other mitigation measures to reduce the number of unsolicited redundancies. Unfortunately, unsolicited redundancies are necessary to ensure a sustainable economy.
ESDH
20.April.2023
SDU has signed a contract with KMD for a new ESDH system
The new system will contribute to efficient and cohesive workflows and can help to automate processes
Signs
14.April.2023
Use corridor names when giving directions
Technical Services’ project on signage and directions at Campus Odense has been completed. The aim of the project was to make the signage at entrances and corridors clearer to make it easier to find your way around Campus Odense.
Staff Courses
13.April.2023
SDU Staff Courses autumn 2023
The selection of autumn courses is now available. Explore and be inspired by our wide range of courses, seminars, workshops and networks at SDU.
TikTok
13.April.2023
No more TikTok on SDU equipment
SDU is to follow the recommendation from the Danish Centre for Cyber Security not to use the TikTok app on official devices. SDU staff must therefore remove TikTok from the University’s mobile phones, tablets and computers.
About SU Takeover
11.April.2023
An outstanding first year
SDU Takeover is looking for more student teachers
New Education
29.March.2023
Psychology – West Jutland style: SDU and Education Esbjerg in groundbreaking collaboration on new psychology programme in Esbjerg
SDU will open a new bachelor and master’s degree programme in psychology at SDU Esbjerg. The aim is to create 75 new study places by 2025. There will be a total of 350 students when the programme is up and running.
Appraisal interviews
27.March.2023
Appraisal interviews (LUS, GRUS, MUS) at SDU
SDU has produced new generic material for appraisal interviews.
SDU
23.March.2023
Information about the financial situation of the University
On the basis of an overall assessment, the management of SDU has decided to make new adjustments to the University’s finances.
Climate action
21.March.2023
SDU’s new elite centres will help solve climate challenges
The first two of a total of five elite centres have been designated at the SDU Climate Cluster. The two new research centres focus on nature-based solutions and solar energy, respectively. The remaining three centres will be designated this summer.
Education proposal
03.March.2023
The Government’s education proposal
On 2 March, the SVM government launched the proposal Prepared for the Future I, of which the reduction in the length of master’s programmes is an important element.
Slagelse
01.March.2023
A new educational chapter is being written in Slagelse
Roskilde University and the University of Southern Denmark have signed a letter of intent to pave the way for Roskilde University to take over the University of Southern Denmark’s educational activities in Slagelse at the end of the year.
New activities
01.March.2023
SDU is investing in lifelong learning in the Triangle Region
With SDUx Vejle, the University of Southern Denmark, Vejle Municipality and DANDY Business Park will develop a laboratory for lifelong learning that can provide research-based continuing and further education and ensure strong cohesion between the university and the labour market.
Phishing
22.February.2023
SDU launches phishing campaign
As part of SDU's ongoing information security training, a phishing campaign will take place this spring.
The analysis of the study administration
06.February.2023
The analysis of the study administration is now public
Carve’s analysis of SDU’s study administration is complete and is available at sdunet.dk. The upcoming months will be spent discussing the material before the Executive Board makes a decision on the recommendations in the second quarter.
Debate
27.January.2023
Meet the new climate minister at SDU
Minister for Climate, Energy and Utilities visits SDU's students.
Waste sorting
25.January.2023
Waste bins to be removed from offices and classrooms
Due to the new waste stations at SDU in Odense, all small bins from offices and classrooms will be removed from the main campus during January. In staff kitchens and kitchenettes, multiple waste fractions will be installed at the same time, allowing all of us to help sort waste correctly.
New strategy
20.January.2023
Strategy process has begun at SDU
The Board of SDU has asked the University’s management to initiate a process seeking to renew SDU’s strategic basis. This week, the process kicked off with deliberations in both the University Council and the Main Co-operation Committee.
Waste sorting
19.January.2023
The New Year brings more waste sorting
2023 will be the year when we start sorting waste at the university. Initially, the new waste stations at SDU Odense will be rolled out from the start of next semester, and during the year the scheme will be implemented on the remaining campuses.
The Arctic in focus
18.January.2023
Arctic and climate seminar at SDU Odense
SDU Arctic and SDU Climate Cluster invites all interested parties to the seminar “Finding interdisciplinary solutions to common challenges” on 2 February.
New Chair of the Board
09.January.2023
Søren Vilby is the new Chair of the Board at SDU
The 57-year-old businessman Søren Vilby is to become the new Chair of the Board at the University of Southern Denmark and will lead the University’s strategic work for the next four years.
SDU’s promotion programme
06.January.2023
SDU’s promotion programme has come into effect
SDU wants to attract, retain and develop academic talent so that SDU can fulfil its core tasks in research, teaching and dissemination. The promotion programme, which came into effect on 1 January 2023, is one possible career path in the transition from associate professor to professor.
Price adjustments
02.January.2023
Price adjustments for Graphic Center’s printing services
As of 1 January 2023, the prices for the Graphic Center’s printing services have been adjusted due to raw material price hikes on the world market.
Christmas greetings
22.December.2022
Season’s greetings from the Rectorate of SDU
We wish everyone at SDU a Merry Christmas and a cheerful and relaxing holiday season.
New travel policy
22.December.2022
New travel policy set to cut SDU’s carbon footprint
The Executive Board of the University of Southern Denmark has approved a new travel policy for SDU employees, who are called upon to limit work-related trips in general and specifically the number of flights in order to achieve the University’s goal of a significant reduction in CO2 emissions.
SDU
15.December.2022
The University’s finances are under pressure
The 2023 budget has now been adopted by the Board of SDU, which also supports the management’s measures to ensure that the University’s finances remain robust.
Central Administration
15.December.2022
Reduced December staffing in the Central Administration
Several departments in the Central Administration will either be closed or have reduced staffing between Christmas and New Year. Extended response times should therefore be expected when contacting the individual departments.
OneDrive
14.December.2022
Sync of your private OneDrive to SDU computers will be deactivated
OneDrive is available in two different versions.
Climate ambassadors
12.December.2022
Do you want to be a climate ambassador at SDU?
Would you like to help create changes at SDU and help turn the university into a low-emission university? Read more here and sign up for the new climate ambassador course.
Employee Courses
07.December.2022
SDU Employee Courses Spring 2023
Be inspired by our varied range of courses and webinars.
New SUND
07.December.2022
Corridors of New SUND named
From Skoven over Tveden to Forten. The corridors at New SUND are named after the natural surroundings and cultural history.
Project management course
05.December.2022
Technical/administrative staff enthusiastic about project management course
Project development and project management were on the agenda when about 20 participants from faculties and the Central Administration met up on 29 November – 1 December at the top floor of Campus Kollegiet for a course on project management for technical/administrative staff.
02.December.2022
SDU and OUH launch new flagship centres
Odense University Hospital (OUH) and the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) are launching a new joint initiative, ‘Flagship Centres between OUH and SDU’, which focuses on high-quality research in an equal collaboration between researchers from OUH and SDU. The flagship centres replace what was previously known as elite research centres at OUH.
Technical Services
21.November.2022
Technical Services, Building Maintenance and Service and Logistics will be on a staff trip on Thursday 24 November 2022
Daily operations in Service and Logistics will be affected as follows:
Energy-saving
18.November.2022
Hitting 19 degrees: How to set your thermostat correctly in your office
It’s a good idea to check that the thermostat in your office or workspace is set correctly for a room temperature of 19 degrees, which SDU has decided on where possible.
Kolding
16.November.2022
Library relocation in Kolding: UC SYD and SDU continue cooperation
Good neighbourliness is important on many fronts. This is why UC SYD and SDU have given high priority to close cooperation in recent years – first with the relocation to Esbjerg a few years ago and this year with the new joint address at Universitetsparken, Kolding.
Electronic Resources
15.November.2022
National negotiations on Springer Nature winter 2022
The prices of electronic resources are increasing significantly in these years. At the moment, negotiations are underway with Springer Nature, which is one of the largest players on the market, and this could have consequences for researchers and students at SDU.
Work environment
14.November.2022
A healthy and safe work and study environment free of offensive behaviour
New portal conveys SDU values for behaviour and brings together knowledge, inspiration and tools to prevent and deal with offensive behaviour.
Holiday home
11.November.2022
Book the holiday home for your 2023 holiday
We accept bookings for the 2023-season from Thursday 1 December at 12.
Energy-saving
28.October.2022
Call to save on hot water
The implementation of the previously announced energy-saving measures at SDU has begun. For legal reasons, the decision to turn off the hot water to the taps has been revoked. Therefore, all SDU employees are instead encouraged to limit and preferably avoid using hot water for hand washing.
Microsoft Teams
27.October.2022
Moving of telephone system from Skype to Teams
Telephony is moving from Skype to Microsoft Teams. The big moving weekend will happen over the weekend of Friday 25th November up to and including Sunday 27th November.
GET
14.October.2022
SDU’s GET team involved in two major EU projects
SDU’s Gender Equality Team (GET) is, as of this year, part of two major EU projects, in which their expertise in incorporating gender equality aspects into research and university operations will come into play for the benefit of SDU and the sector as a whole.
Energy-saving
14.October.2022
Energy-saving measures to begin from 24 October
After the autumn break, a series of energy-saving initiatives will be implemented at SDU's locations to meet the ongoing energy and supply situation and reduce SDU’s climate footprint.
SDU
14.October.2022
SDU reduces rental and operating costs
SDU has a robust economy, but the University is also affected by the challenged global economy. The Rectorate takes the situation seriously and is therefore initiating a controlled slowdown of a number of costs.
New programme for researchers
13.October.2022
SDU researcher to establish company in new programme
Drone researcher Kristian Husum Laursen has been appointed as SDU’s first translational postdoc. As part of the Spin-Outs Denmark programme, he will receive one year of financial and professional assistance to develop a concrete idea and establish his own company.
Analysis
13.October.2022
Ongoing information about the analysis of the study administration
Interest in knowing more about the analysis and further work has been shown.
Energy-saving measures
07.October.2022
SDU implements energy-saving measures
The University of Southern Denmark follows the recommendation of the Danish Energy Agency and the Ministry of Higher Education and Science to lower the heating of state buildings where it is deemed possible and technically suitable.
IT rules
30.September.2022
New guidelines for the use of IT
A change in the Human Resources Policy Guidelines has led to an update of the guidelines for the use of IT for SDU employees.
Annual University Celebration
28.September.2022
Ticket sales for the gala dinner ending soon
5 October at 12.00 noon is your last chance to buy tickets for this year’s Annual University Celebration gala dinner. There are still a number of connected tables available, so if you want to sit together with your fellow students or colleagues, it’s about your last chance!
Analysis
23.September.2022
Now begins the analysis of SDU’s study administration
SDU has entered into a contract with the consultancy firm Carve to carry out the previously announced analysis of the study administration.
Technical Services
21.September.2022
Technical Services is on an employee outing on Thursday 29 September 2022
As all Technical Services employees are on an outing this day, there will be no available staff on the campuses.
Art event
20.September.2022
Art event at SDU Odense
The Art Association at SDU invites all students and staff to a pop-up art event on 28 September in the Winter Garden with the opportunity to view and buy lithographic works.
Research
19.September.2022
SDU adopts new strategy for external research funding
The framework for research funding is changing. In order to accommodate and take advantage of these changes and ensure that SDU can continue to conduct research of the highest quality, SDU has adopted a new strategy for external research funding. Read about the strategy here.
Holiday requests
07.September.2022
Holiday requests
It is now time to start planning and announcing leave in the holiday year 2022/2023, where holiday must be taken during the period from 1 September 2022 to 31 December 2023 (the holiday entitlement period).
Donation
01.September.2022
New Nordic humanist centre to create new understandings of the world’s societal challenges
Thanks to a donation from The A.P. Moller Relief Foundation, the University of Copenhagen and the University of Southern Denmark will establish a new research centre: the Nordic Humanities Centre for Challenge-Based Inquiry. Based on humanistic disciplines, the Centre will contribute nuances, perspectives, new understandings and opportunities for action in relation to the major societal challenges such as the climate crisis and pandemics.
PAYROLL
29.August.2022
Payment of special holiday allowance
Second payment of special holiday allowance
SDU Climate Cluster
26.August.2022
Climate Thursdays
Update your knowledge about the climate – status, solutions and actions
Parking: Odense
26.August.2022
Car parks closed off due to the Semester Start Party
In connection with the Semester Start Party on Saturday, 3 September, the car parks PV1, PV3 and PV6 will be closed off.
Analysis
17.August.2022
Analysis of the educational administration, autumn 2022
Over the next few years, the educational sector will face a number of changes following political reforms in relation to admission and regionalisation, further and continuing education, internationalisation, demographic development with fewer students and a new student administration system.
Grant
04.August.2022
European millions in grant money from the EU ensures continued development of EPICUR
The EPICUR university alliance, which SDU joined in 2021, has been granted €14.4 million from the EU’s ERASMUS+ programme, which ensures the further development of the European university over the next four years. For SDU, this means closer cooperation and will, among other things, allow students to take additional and more flexible courses abroad.
Admission
28.July.2022
Welcome to 4,348 new SDU students
The University of Southern Denmark has offered student places to 4,348 new students.
SDG
08.July.2022
Read SDU's sustainability report
The University of Southern Denmark's sustainability report for 2021 has landed. The report maps SDU's work with sustainability last year and highlights a number of concrete results and examples.
Application 2022
06.July.2022
5152 has applied for an SDU education as first priority
The number of people who have given the highest priority to one of SDU's higher education is 5152 this year, which corresponds to a decline of 12%. The entire university sector is experiencing a decline in applications.
Donation
05.July.2022
Large donation from the A.P. Moller Foundation for large robots at Lindø
A world-leading centre for the development of automation and robots to build large structures such as wind turbines, ships and construction works will now become a reality after A.P. Moller Foundation donates DKK 90 million to new Center for Large Structure Production at Lindø. The new centre will be established under the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute at SDU.
Management
01.July.2022
SDU is looking for a new Chair of the Board
SDU has begun the process of finding a new Chair of the Board as of 1 January 2023 to replace Niels Thorborg, who will resign at the end of the year.
Holiday payment
27.June.2022
Payment of 0.64 holiday day with June salary
Now, SDU are paying the value of the 0.64 holiday days to the employees who were employed in the period from 1 January 2019 to 31 August 2019 and who are still employed.
Strategic focus on climate
24.June.2022
A new video marks the opening of the SDU Climate Cluster
The SDU Climate Cluster is now officially open. We mark this occasion by the release of a video, where you can learn more about SDU’s large strategic focus on the climate.
Media City Odense
23.June.2022
SDU involved in plans for new media city in Odense
SDU and the other parties involved in Media City Odense (MCO) have signed a statement of intent with DSB Property Development to create a mediatech city at Jarlsberggade in Odense. The first phase of the new media city is to set new standards for innovation and collaboration across the education, research and media sectors.
System opgrade
23.June.2022
Templafy will be updated to Templafy Hive
On Thursday, 23 June, Templafy will be updated to the latest version, Templafy Hive. This means easier access to templates and documents with SDU's brand directly in Word, Power Point and Excel.
Holiday closings
20.June.2022
Summer holiday closings in the Central Administration
Several departments in the Central Administration are either closed or have reduced staffing during the summer holidays. Extended response times should therefore be expected when contacting the individual units. For Technical Services, there are a number of practical changes regarding operations.
Management
17.June.2022
SDU has found its new pro-rector
From 1 August, Helle Waagepetersen will be the Pro-Rector for Education at the University of Southern Denmark. The 50-year-old professor comes from a position as Head of Department at the Department of Drug Design and Pharmacology at the University of Copenhagen, and she is very much looking forward to starting at SDU.
Recruitment portal
15.June.2022
New recruitment portal
Welcome to a new portal for everyone involved in the recruitment and onboarding of scientific and technical-administrative staff.
EPICUR
15.June.2022
First SDU employee attends an EPICUR event!
Associate Professor Dorte Jagetic Andersen from SDU’s Centre for Border Region Studies is the first SDU employee to have participated in a research seminar on European identity offered through the EPICUR European University, of which SDU became a member at the end of 2021.
New statement about freedom within academia
14.June.2022
New statement about freedom of research, teaching and speech
SDU’s board has approved a statement that defines a framework for how the University relates to matters of freedom of research, freedom of teaching and freedom of speech and debate. The statement has been prepared by an employee-based working group which believes that an official document will benefit both employees and students at SDU.
Free tickets
13.June.2022
Join us for the new climate conference, FORUM
SDU will make 100 tickets available for employees and students - 50 for each group - who want to participate in the climate conference FORUM in connection with Tinderbox Festival 2022.
Purchase
10.June.2022
SDU to offer new common goods at the central warehouse
From mid-June 2022, the new SDU Common Goods will be introduced across SDU. The primary function of SDU Common Goods is to ensure a sustainable, environmentally friendly and simple range of selected products, where logistics, administration, warehousing and finance together contribute to the sustainable development of the University.
Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR)
09.June.2022
New Solution for Privileged Access Management
SDU Needs a New Solution for Privileged Access Management on Windows Computers
Presentation: Freedom om expression in academia
08.June.2022
Daniel Diermeier to visit SDU and give a presentation on freedom of expression
On 14 June, Daniel Diermeier, Professor and Chancellor of Vanderbilt University, USA, will be visiting SDU in Odense. Here he will make a presentation on freedom of expression in the academic world at a DIAS event, where SDU’s new set of values will also be presented.
Climate Ambassadors
07.June.2022
Become a Climate Ambassador at SDU
On 18 and 19 August, you have the chance to become a Climate Ambassador at SDU.
Service and Logistics
31.May.2022
Change in daily operations in Service and Logistics on Wednesday 8 June
Due to an event in Technical Services, normal operations in Service and Logistics are suspended on that day.
The competence foundation
31.May.2022
The competence foundation for government employees
The competence foundation cover costs for competence development for employees at SDU.
SBS
24.May.2022
Have you thought about trying a walking meeting?
Did you know that walking while having a meeting can have a positive effect on health, well-being, and idea development?
Odense Light Rail
24.May.2022
The opening of Odense Light Rail is celebrated at SDU
On Saturday 28 May, Odense’s new light rail will be taking its inaugural trip through the city streets. During the day, all the stations from Tarup Shopping Centre to the two stops at SDU will be inaugurated, and the campus will celebrate the occasion with activities and light refreshments.
News from HR
20.May.2022
Implementation of the new position structure at SDU has now been approved
The Executive Board (the Rectorate and the deans) has now approved the letter of intent concerning the implementation of the new position structure for scientific staff at SDU.
Ranking
16.May.2022
SDU still ranks among the leading sustainable universities
The internationally recognised magazine Times Higher Education ranks SDU 93rd among 1,400 universities from around the world. Based on the universities’ work with sustainability, SDU is pleased with the ranking, even though the university was ranked 23rd last year.
News from HR
06.May.2022
News on special holiday allowance and senior bonus
From this year, the timing of payment of special holiday allowance will change and the Senior Bonus Circular came into force on 1 April 2022.
Education
29.April.2022
Law degree programme to be created at SDU in Esbjerg
From the autumn of 2023, SDU will offer a law degree programme in Esbjerg. This is clear after RUVU (the advisory committee for the evaluation of the offering of higher education programmes) has approved SDU’s application for the education. This was announced by Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen during a visit to SDU in Esbjerg on Thursday morning.
Canteen
29.April.2022
Do not microwave the canteen’s plates
The canteen’s plates are unsuitable for microwave cooking. They are made from 100% melamine plastic which MAY give off formaldehyde og melamine when heated in a microwave oven. Therefore, please avoid using plates from the canteen when microwaving food.
SDU Moves and Campus Odense
08.April.2022
Explore Campus Odense
Campus Odense and the Citizen Science-project ‘SDU Moves’ hereby invite you, your colleagues, students and employees from other Campus Odense-partners to Explore Campus Odense 2 and 5 May 2022. It will be two days filled with fun and exciting activities based in nature, culture and movement, where you can try your hand at canoeing on the bathing lake, virtual reality at Campus UCL and learning more about the development of Campus Odense and the new university hospital.
Appointment
07.April.2022
Sebastian H. Mernild set to head SDU’s climate efforts
The internationally renowned Professor of Climate Change is set to head SDU’s largest-ever strategic initiative in climate change, sustainability and green transition.
SDU HR
07.April.2022
New SDU HR off to a good start
The new central HR department, SDU HR, is well under way in the process of coming together. The last managerial positions have been filled and the reorganisation is expected to be fully in place by the summer holidays.
Obituary
04.April.2022
Obituary for Professor James W. Vaupel
On Sunday 27 March 2022, Jim Vaupel died following an unexpected and brief illness. Thus, our university and Denmark, indeed the whole world, lost a leading demographer and researcher on ageing.
Management
31.March.2022
Simon Møberg Torp continues as Dean of the Faculty of Humanities
In the coming years, Simon Møberg Torp will serve as Dean of the Faculty of Humanities. Having been chosen from a pool of strong contenders for the job, he will continue his term as Dean, which has lasted since 2013. Both the University and Simon Torp himself are delighted with his appointment.
New facilities
30.March.2022
It is now possible to do interviews for TV or radio at SDU
SDU now has the facilities to broadcast live to the Danish and international press in high quality from Campus Odense. This means that an interview can be conducted at the University, making it easier for both the media and the expert being interviewed.
Ukraine
30.March.2022
Call to investigate collaborations in research and education
In a joint statement, Universities Denmark have announced that they are suspending cooperation with Russia and Belarus. They now call for caution in collaborations involving companies from the two countries.
Payslip
29.March.2022
Payslip
Salary on its way - payslip delayed due to technical issues
Parking
23.March.2022
Parking area P1 partially blocked off
Please note that parts of the gravel parking area P1 will be blocked off between 28 March to 1 July 2022 (inclusive).
Regionalisation
22.March.2022
Political agreement on regionalisation
On Tuesday 22 March, a political conciliation group reached an agreement based on the political initiative ‘More and better educational opportunities throughout Denmark’ of 25 June 2021.
Quota 2
16.March.2022
Drop in quota 2 applications
At SDU, the number of quota 2 applicants has dropped by 10% compared to last year. The decrease is seen across multiple programmes and campuses, and the university sector as a whole has seen a fall in quota 2 applicants by 12%. Now the test-based admission process awaits all of the 8,193 applicants who have accepted to sit for the test.
Ukraine
10.March.2022
Follow-up on SDU’s support for Ukraine
SDU and the other universities in Denmark distinguish between individuals and institutions when suspending cooperation with Russia and Belarus.
Special holiday
08.March.2022
Special holiday for the holiday year 2022/2023
Call for requests for placement of the up to 5 days of special holiday for the holiday year 2022/2023 (1 May 2022 to 30 April 2023) is now taking place.
Cyber security threats
07.March.2022
Current hacker and cyber security threats
SDU is experiencing increased activity in relation to foreign actors who scan our networks in order to identify weaknesses that can be exploited. Here are 4 things that can help increase your own and SDU’s information security.
Management
07.March.2022
New Dean at the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences
With Peter Møllgaard’s appointment as the new Dean of the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences, SDU has gained an experienced strategic leader with international experience.
Ukraine
03.March.2022
SDU expresses support for Ukraine
All of Denmark’s universities have announced in a joint statement that they are suspending all cooperation with Russia and Belarus on research, education and innovation.
SDU Moves
01.March.2022
Make SDU Wilder
Department of Biology, Technical Services, SDU Moves, and the Campus Odense Active Living Group invite all employees and students to take an active break on Wednesday 16th of March between 12-15 at Campus Odense
New signage
25.February.2022
The new signage and directions at Campus Odense are taking shape
For some time, Technical Services has been running a project on signage and directions at Campus Odense.
Working environment
25.February.2022
A healthy and safe working environment at SDU
During the next few weeks, SDU HR will enter into a dialogue about how we can support SDU’s health and safety tasks and efforts in the future.
Art Exhibition
11.February.2022
Longing is exhibited at SDU
A nationwide art exhibition puts the spotlight on longing and the existential issues with which we have all become acquainted during the corona pandemic. At the University of Southern Denmark, artist Lise Harlev will be exhibiting her work series called "Du tænker hele tiden" (You Are Thinking All the Time).
Odense Letbane
10.February.2022
Test runs on Campusvej
Odense Letbane is currently conducting test runs on Campusvej from morning to evening on all weekdays.
Bike race
09.February.2022
Bike race at SDU Campus Odense on Friday 11th of February
We bike in the Winter as well! SDU Moves marks that by finishing of the Winter Bicycle Week with a Bike Race on Friday 11th of February at 15.00.
ERP
07.February.2022
New enterprise resource planning system well underway
On Monday 7 February, the new enterprise resource planning system (ERP) will go live and all financial staff from departments and units can start using it. The system provides the basic platform for modernising and streamlining financial and accounting processes. Since 10 January it has not been possible to receive or send invoices, so the opening is anticipated and the invoices are ready to be processed in the new system.
News from the Rectorate
03.February.2022
Research and education flourishes most in freedom
The crucial prerequisite for the universities 'success - and thus also the universities' opportunities to contribute with answers to today's great challenges - is academic freedom, writes Rector Jens Ringsmose.
The novel coronavirus
28.January.2022
All COVID-19 restrictions at SDU to be lifted from 1 February
All of the current restrictions with corona pass, virtual exams, protective equipment and the call for working from home at universities will be lifted when 1 February 2022 rolls around.
BIKE TO WORK
25.January.2022
Winter Bicycle Week 2022
In week 6 it is time to prepare your bike when SDU Moves saddles up for “BIKE TO WORK – THE WINTER BICYCLE WEEK” by the Danish Cyclist’s Federation. We bike the entire week from 7th-13th of February. Participation is FOR FREE, and you can win great prices!
SDU Takeover
21.January.2022
SDU Takeover
SDU Takeover brings together a team of talented students who visit upper secondary schools in and around the Region of Southern Denmark to take over the teaching with exciting academic dissemination and dialogue at eye level.
Academic freedom
20.January.2022
SDU to establish a set of values
During the next few months, a task force will draft a set of values that SDU, among other things, can apply with regard to future cases of the liberty of SDU employees to conduct research, teach, discuss and express themselves as they please.
The novel coronavirus
14.January.2022
Extension of infection-preventing measures at higher-educational institutions
All of the current restrictions with corona passes, virtual exams, protective equipment and the call for working from home at universities have been extended until the end of January. On the upside, we have hopes of a normal study start in February.
Regionalisation
12.January.2022
SDU’s institutional plan has been submitted
SDU has submitted a plan to the Ministry of Higher Education and Science describing how the University intends to comply with the political agreement on more and better educational opportunities throughout Denmark. The content is largely identical to the draft presented to the Board in December. SDU wants to strengthen the University’s regional position, but this should not happen by reducing SDU’s student places in Odense.
MediaTech Festival
11.January.2022
Join the MediaTech Festival this summer
Media City Odense invites you to join the MediaTech Festival on June 1-3 2022 at DOK5000 in Odense. Here the entire media and media tech industry will meet for a 2.5-day conference with inspiration, new knowledge, debate and networking. The festival is relevant for anyone with an interest in media, communication, marketing, production and tech.
New climate centre
06.January.2022
SDU’s climate centre is in the pipeline
In 2022, SDU’s climate centre will open under the name of SDU Climate Cluster. Compared to previous announcements, there are a few changes to the structure of the centre, which will function more as an interdisciplinary research cluster.
Fioniavej 34, Odense M
18.03.2026
11:15 - 12:15
DIAS Event: Reading and repairing genes: the basics of DNA and gene transcription by Jesper Qualmann Svejstrup
We often hear the phrase, “It’s in our DNA,” but what does that really mean? How does the information stored in our genes get read and used by our cells? Interestingly, cells do not use all of the information in their DNA at once. Different types of cells use different parts of their DNA, and some genes are only activated at certain times, such as during development or in response to stress or environmental changes. This process of reading and using genetic information is called transcription, and it must be carefully regulated and highly accurate. But how does this regulation happen? And what are the consequences if something goes wrong? Transcription takes place while many other important activities are happening in the cell, such as DNA replication or repair when the DNA is damaged. Because of this, cells have developed complex systems to manage this “gene traffic” and ensure that transcription happens smoothly and correctly. This talk will introduce the basic concepts of DNA and transcription, with a special focus on what happens when DNA is damaged—for example, by exposure to sunlight—and how cells deal with such challenges.About the speaker:Jesper Svejstrup is a Biochemist and Cell Biologist, renowned for his research on gene expression, particularly transcription and its interplay with DNA replication and repair. He earned his Ph.D. in Molecular Biology in 1993 at Aarhus University, focusing on DNA topology, before undertaking postdoctoral work with Professor Roger Kornberg at Stanford University. There, Svejstrup uncovered a direct link between the protein complexes responsible for DNA transcription and repair, a discovery that has shaped his research trajectory. He established his independent research group at Cancer Research UK’s Clare Hall Laboratories in 1996 and, in 2015, joined the Francis Crick Institute, holding honorary professorships at UCL, Imperial College London, and Aarhus University. Since 2020, Svejstrup has served as professor and deputy chairman at the University of Copenhagen’s Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, where he directs the Center for Gene Expression, employing multidisciplinary and ‘omics’ approaches. His achievements have been recognized by election to EMBO, the Royal Society, the Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters, and the UK’s Academy of Medical Sciences. He has received two ERC Advanced Investigator Grants and the Carlsberg Foundation Research Prize, and until recently served as vice-president for Life Sciences at the European Research Council (ERC).
Fioniavej 34, Odense M
25.03.2026
11:15 - 12:15
DIAS Wild Wednesday: CODICUM Synergy grant – how biochemistry and pre-modern book history found each other to break new barriers by Lars Boje Mortensen & Matthew Collins
Matthew Collins (biochemistry) and Lars Boje Mortensen (literary history) will speak about CODICUM, an ERC Synergy project which spans the humanities and the sciences. Their talk will cover books and book production before the advent of paper and print (before c. 1400 / 1450).You will be able to see (and perhaps touch) a real medieval parchment book and several fragments of such books (courtesy of the SDU library)!Lars will introduce pre-modern books and their significance for intellectual and literary history – particularly within the Nordic context of CODICUM. Next, Matthew will demonstrate some of the startling research possibilities that thousand year old animal skins offer through DNA analysis and protein profiles, and the new facility at SDU. Together, these approaches will unravel new patterns of book history, intellectual networks and surprising insights and applications of “biocodicology”.
Fioniavej 34, Odense M
08.04.2026
11:15 - 12:15
DIAS Event: Let’s be clear on what’s science and what’s not
Empirical evidence from scientific research is considered the most reliable source of factual information in western societies. However, our worldview and ideology can influence scientific research and its outcomes. And vice versa, the results from scientific research also influence our worldview. So how sharply can and should we strive to distinguish science and worldview? Can worldviews be completely fact free, and can science be completely factual and neutral? Probably not. I will discuss three historical and current examples from biology where science and “nonscience” meet:[list=1][*]Social Darwinism and biological evolution[*]Religious belief and biological evolution, and[*]Gender and biological sexes.[/list]Although it is usually thought that “non-science” can hinder scientific progress, I will show that sometimes the opposite has been true. For this and other reasons, I will argue that universities should have space for nonscience next to science in order to remain sanctuaries for academic freedom. However, I will also argue that we should be as clear as possible on what is science and what’s not, and on the motivations for scientists to do scientific research. This will reduce the risk of naturalistic and ideological fallacies. Duur Aanen is a professor of evolution and genetics and studies and teaches fundamental questions and concepts, such as the evolution of cooperation, the evolution of sex and cultural evolution. In his research he uses fungi as model systems of conflict and cooperation, both in interactions within and between species. His team published key studies on the evolution of the mutualistic symbiosis of fungus-growing termites and on the evolutionary stability of multicellular cooperation in fungi. In 2018, he organised a Lorentz center workshop with biologists and theologians on the acceptance of evolutionary theory, resulting in the Leiden Declaration on Evolution and Religion. Professor Aanen collaborates with social scientists, on the topic of science and world view, and on the role of science in society.
Registration deadline: 17.04.2026
Campusvej 55, Odense M
21.04.2026
14:00 - 16:00
Teaching that strengthens students’ wellbeing, motivation and learning
In this event we will look at how teaching can help spark students’ individual learning awareness and build engagement to help foster a strong learning community between our students.
Registration deadline: 17.04.2026
Campusvej 55, Odense M
21.04.2026
14:00 - 16:00
Teaching that strengthens students’ wellbeing, motivation and learning
In this event we will look at how teaching can help spark students’ individual learning awareness and build engagement to help foster a strong learning community between our students.
Fioniavej 34, Odense M
27.05.2026
11:15 - 12:15
DIAS Wild Wednesday: Exploring the More or Less: The Communicative Fabric of Reality
What if communication were not just something humans do, but a process through which all kinds of beings—molecules, machines, institutions, emotions, organisms, laws, and people—come to express themselves and make a difference? Drawing on my forthcoming book, “Thinking the World Communicatively: An Exploration of the More or Less,” this talk introduces a way of approaching reality that transcends the traditional boundaries between the natural sciences, the social sciences, and the humanities. I propose that to think communicatively is to examine how relations allow phenomena to manifest themselves more or less in the world.Communication, in this broad sense, encompasses electromagnetic radiation warming our skin, neurons firing, procedures shaping institutional conduct, technologies guiding attention, and people coordinating with one another. Instead of reducing the world to discourse or matter, this communicative ontology highlights how beings both act and “pass through” others. It offers scientists, scholars, and students an anti-reductionist framework for understanding truth, objectivity, materiality, agency, and power across domains, from social interaction to quantum mechanics.BiographyFrançois Cooren (PhD, Université de Montréal, 1996) is a Professor in the Department of Communication at Université de Montréal, Canada. His research focuses on organizational communication, language and social interaction, as well as communication theory. He is the Past President of the International Communication Association (ICA, 2010–2011), the Past President of the International Association for Dialogue Analysis (IADA, 2012–2021), and former Editor-in-Chief of the journal Communication Theory (2005–2008). He was elected ICA Fellow in 2013, NCA (National Communication Association) Distinguished Scholar in 2017, and Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada in 2024. He published 16 books (four as an author or co-author and twelve as an editor or co-editor) and authored close to 100 peer-reviewed articles and more than 60 book chapters. He is one of the founding members of what is now known as the Montreal School of Organizational Communication, a primary branch of the Communication as Constitutive of Organization (CCO) approach.
Fioniavej 34, Odense M
10.06.2026
11:15 - 12:15
DIAS Event: Medical Micro & Nanotechnologies – fast blood analysis and ‘swallow your doctor’ by Anja Boisen
About the talk:Our ability to shape materials at the nanoscale opens new possibilities for, among other things, rapid diagnostics and smart medication. I will give examples from our research that encompass both new discoveries and startup stories.In the treatment of leukemia and sepsis, there is a need for therapeutic monitoring of drug concentrations in patients’ blood. Silicon structures at the nanometer scale can have surprising optical properties. For example, they can enhance the so-called Raman scattering more than a million times. This effect can be used to perform very sensitive measurements of small molecules in a complex blood sample.Our vision is that in the future we can ‘swallow our doctor’. Ingestible capsules can be made smart so that they can eventually measure, take samples, and perform local repairs/medication in the stomach and intestines. Can this be done without also having to swallow a battery, and how do you take a sample from the intestines?About the speaker:Anja Boisen is head of section and professor at the Department of Health Technology, Technical University of Denmark. Her research group focuses on the development and application of nano-sensors, energy harvesting in the body, and ingestible devices for sensing, sampling, and delivery. Anja is a cofounder of several companies and is, among others, a member of the board of the Leo Foundation, the Danish Academy of the Technical Sciences, and the Royal Danish Academy of Sciences. She has been awarded the largest research prize in Denmark, the Villum Kann Rasmussen Award, and the Order of Dannebrog by Her Majesty the Queen of Denmark.
Fioniavej 34, Odense M
23.09.2026
11:15 - 12:15
DIAS Event: Support for Political Violence in the United States: What explains why some Americans support and tolerate violent extremism and what can be done about it by James A. Piazza
Experts worry that support and tolerance for political violence and violent extremist actors is on the rise in the United States. Is this true? If so, what might explain why more Americans view political violence to be acceptable? Finally, what can be done to stem the tide of support for political violence in the U.S. and perhaps elsewhere. In this lecture I present some of my findings over several years of public opinion research on political violence in the United StatesJames A. Piazza is a Liberal Arts professor of Political Science whose research focuses on terrorism, political violence, and violent extremism in the United States. He holds a Ph.D. in Politics from New York University, an M.A. in Middle East Studies from the University of Michigan, and a B.A. in Political Science from Loyola University Chicago. Piazza’s work examines how democratic processes, demographic change, and extremist ideologies shape patterns of political violence. His research has been published in leading journals, including Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Security Studies, and Political Research Quarterly, and he is widely recognized for his comparative studies of left‑wing, right‑wing, and Islamist extremism.
Last Updated 20.06.2025