Discover the large university library with all the different study spaces, the book lending desk and spoiler: the roof terrace!

Meeting point for the guided tour is in the foyer of the library (Universitätsplatz 3a)

Wednesday, 23 September
11 - 11:45 a.m. (Language: English)

Thursday, 24 September
11 - 11:45 a.m. (Language: English)

Monday, 28 September
11 - 11:45 a.m. (Language: English)

Tuesday, 29 September
11 - 11:45 a.m. (Language: English)

Wednesday, 30 September
11 - 11:45 a.m. (Language: English)

Expand your knowledge and join a guided tour of the Botanical Garden! You’ll explore the four climate zones and the plants in the exhibition greenhouses.
Language: German or English

Tuesday, September 29, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: Botanical Garden, entrance area of the exhibition greenhouses (Schubertstraße 59)

► Registration required!

Participate in select Welcome Week events and collect stickers in your youni app! A digital sticker appears in your collection pass under “My Badges.”

Here’s how it works:

1. Download youni
2. Head to the events and checkpoints and scan the QR code on-site during the event—and your sticker will instantly appear in your sticker collection!

Here’s where you collect your stickers:

1. Welcome Weeks Infodesk
2. Survey & Lottery
3. IT Support
4. Game Night
5. SocialRunClub
6. Welcome Brunch
7. Mario Kart Tournament
8. Movie Night
9. youni desk

Here you can get help with activating your library card, information on literature research and general key data about the University Library and its various locations. Find out how to borrow books or use the workstations and ask all your questions about the library!

In the foyer of the University Library (Universitätsplatz 3a)

Wednesday to Thursday, 23 - 24 September, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Monday to Wednesday, 28 - 30 September, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Do you have questions about your Wi-Fi connection, multi-factor authentication, printing, using computer workstations, free software for students or other IT matters for your studies? uniIT will support you personally! Just drop by during the time slots.

Infopoint in the RESOWI Centre (Universitätsstraße 15, Building G, ground floor - at the entrance from the Schubertstraße side)

Wednesday, September 23, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday, September 25, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Monday, September 28, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Wednesday, September 30, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Thursday, October 1, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

UNO, Werewolf, Activity, Skipbo or just a round of Schnapsen? Grab one of our games or bring one with you! 
Drinks and snacks are also available!

Wednesday, 23 September 6 - 10 pm in the assembly hall (Universitätsplatz 3, 1st floor)

Start the semester off on a sporty note! Enjoy an hour-long programme by Mike and Birgit from SWEET SPOT Yoga in the assembly hall.
Please bring your own mats (or towels)!

Location: in the assembly hall (Universitätsplatz 3, 1st floor)

Pilates: Thursday, 24 September, 11 am - 12 noon

Yoga: Tuesday, 29 September, 3 - 4 pm

Do you like running or would you like to start running and get to know people?

At the SocialRunClub Graz you start together with other running enthusiasts at the campus and run a distance of 4-5 km. Afterwards there's free refreshments!

Anyone can take part, not just students! The run starts and finishes on campus.

Thursday, 24 September, 5 pm in front of the University Library (Universitätsplatz 3a, under the painting)

Take a look behind the scenes of a classical concert at the Musikverein Graz - including a rehearsal / concert!

Experience an orchestra rehearsal / concert in the Stefaniensaal of the Graz Philharmonic, featuring 19th-century Romantic music from Norway and Germany. Featuring star pianist Rudolf Buchbinder.
During the backstage tour, you’ll explore the historic spaces both on and off stage at Congress Graz. (Languages for the backstage tour: German and English)

Exclusively for 30 people at Congress Graz

Monday, September 28
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Public rehearsal
12:30 – 1:00 p.m. Backstage tour

Tuesday, September 29
6:30 – 7:00 p.m. Backstage tour
7:30 – 10:00 p.m. Concert

Meeting point: Musikverein box office (Sparkassenplatz 3, 8010 Graz)

► Registration required! Please email pichler(at)musikverein-graz.at no later than one day in advance

Play a round of table tennis with your new fellow students, friends or people you've never met before at the university! Refreshments included!

The modalities of play depend on the number of participants and will be announced at the tournament. Anyone who wants to play must sign up on the list on-site by 1 pm. There are vouchers and print credit to be won!

Location: Table tennis tables (between Universitätsplatz 3a and Universitätsplatz 2) - Only in good weather.

Wednesday, 30 September, 1 - 5 pm

Would you like to play table tennis just for fun? The table tennis tables are available around the clock - you can borrow bats and balls for free from the University Library lending desk.

Celebrate first! Let's be honest, as a first-semester student you don't just want to get all the information about the start of your studies, you also want to celebrate it. The best way to do this is at the Radio Soundportal freshers' party in the PPC! You can get your free ticket at the Infodesk starting September 23. While stocks last!

Thursday, 1 October from 10 pm at ppc, Neubaugasse 6

Experience a relaxed way to meet interesting people!

What to expect:

• Small groups: You’ll have the chance to get to know different participants through short, casual conversations.
• Diversity and Openness: This event welcomes everyone who feels at home in the queer community and is looking to meet like-minded people.
• Discreet Matches: At the end of the evening, you can anonymously indicate who you’d like to see again. Contact information is exchanged only if there is mutual interest.
• Inclusive Environment: We place great importance on a respectful, diverse, and safe atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable.

Who is this event for:

It’s for all queer people ages 18 and up who want to expand their circle of friends.
Whether you’re new to town or just want to meet new people - this event is perfect for you if you’d like to connect with others in the community in a relaxed setting.

► Participation is free, but space is limited - registration is required (link to follow)

The speed dating event is organized by RosaLilaPantherInnen and the Queer Offices in Graz.

Thursday, October 8, 6 – 9 pm at feel free (Annenstraße 27, 8020 Graz)

Welcome Day Master Economics

Masters, welcome! Information event for all first-semester Master's students of economics.
Language: English

Tuesday, 6 October, 4:30 pm - 6 pm in HS 111.21 (Beethovenstraße 8/II)

Tuesday, 29 September, from 12:30 pm - 15 pm in front of the Coordination Office (Merangasse 18, ground floor)
Get together in the Coordination Office - Ask questions, get information material and meet the team from the USW Coordination Office. With snacks and drinks!
Event for first-semester students of Bachelor's and Master's programmes
Language: German & English

Monday, 28 September, 4 pm - 6 pm in HS 44.11 (Humboldtstraße 48, first floor)
Masters, welcome! Information event for all first-semester Master's students of environmental systems science studies!
Language: English

The Welcome Center tells you everything you need to know for a successful start! (Language: English)

• Starting your studies: course registration, important contact points & what else you should know at the beginning of your studies
• Practical information: Finding accommodation, health insurance, registering your place of residence and much more.

Tuesday, September 2nd, 10 - 11.30 am CET
Go to the online meeting room: https://uni-graz.zoom.us/j/67753721929

Tuesday, September 2nd, 4 - 5.30 pm CET
Go to the online meeting room: https://uni-graz.zoom.us/j/61936145331

The Welcome Center shows you how to register for courses in time! (Language: English)

Wednesday, September 3rd, 10 - 11 am CET
Go to the online meeting room: https://uni-graz.zoom.us/j/67174837456

Thursday, September 11th, 4 - 5 pm CET
Go to the online meeting room: https://uni-graz.zoom.us/j/67855913930

Tuesday, September 16th, 2 - 3 pm CET
Go to the online meeting room: https://uni-graz.zoom.us/j/62758085881

The Welcome Center gives you information on how to apply for a residence permit - for students from non-EU/EEA countries (Language: English)

Friday, September 5th, 11 - 12 am CET
Go to the online meeting room: https://uni-graz.zoom.us/j/66678613047

Everything you need to know for a successful start!

This English-language information session will take place on 23 September 2026 from 10.30 am to approximately 1.30 pm in HS 01.15 at the University of Graz.

During this event, you will be given a concise overview of:

• studying at the University of Graz and the student services available
• key points of contact
• important organisational and administrative steps at the start of your studies
• living in Graz (accommodation, public transport, leisure activities, the student community)
• Campus tour

You will also have the chance to meet other international students and ask the Welcome Centre team your questions directly.

Language of the event: English
Target group: international students on English-taught Master’s programmes – but international Bachelor’s and PhD students are also welcome!
► Registration: Participation is free of charge, but you must register by 16 September 2026! All registered participants will receive a welcome bag on the day, containing useful information and a few small gifts to help them get off to a smooth start with their studies.

A joint event with the Welcome Center of TU Graz! There will be free ice cream for international students joining.

Please note: the event will be cancelled in case of rain.

Friday, 25 September 2026, from 11:00–13:00 at the Bienenwiese (near the table tennis tables)

• Join our guided city tour in English! (limited to 25 participants)

  Monday, 28 September 2026, from 10:00–12:00

• ► Register by 23 September (23:59) via https://surveys.uni-graz.at/267972?lang=en! The exact meeting point will be communicated with the confirmation of your place.