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Take a Dip: Cool Spots to Dive Down in Vienna

Midsummer is drawing to a close and the oppressive heat that has driven us into the shade in recent weeks is slowly subsiding. Now that the temperatures are becoming more pleasant again, it’s time to enjoy the summer to the full before it’s gone for good. So why not make the most of the last […]

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Kick Off the EM in Style: Vienna’s Best Public Viewing Spots

Finally, it’s time to cheer and support our favorite team again! On June 14th, the wait is over: the UEFA European Championship 2024 is here, and fans are eagerly anticipating the first match (Germany vs. Scotland). After a grueling three years, it’s finally time to wave our flags, wear our jerseys, and prepare for a […]

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Veganuary: Plant based through Vienna

Embrace the green side of Vienna this Veganuary! Austria’s capital, renowned for its rich culture and history, offers a surprisingly diverse array of vegan delights. From cozy cafes to trendy eateries, Vienna indulges its visitors with a plethora of options, proving that vegan dining doesn’t mean compromising on taste. Let’s go with us through the […]

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Embrace the Joy of New Beginnings with a Happy New Year

If we embrace the saying “New year, new luck“, it’s time to take these wishes to heart. Researchers point out that happiness is within our grasp if we stick to certain principles. Believe in luck throughout the year Though often overlooked, luck takes center stage at New Year’s with the traditional hope encapsulated in “New […]

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Self-organization in studies

Many students don’t realize it, but self-organization is one of the most important skills you need to successfully complete your studies. Many universities even offer courses that teach you the most important basics of self-organization. Most things are taken care of for you at school. You get a fixed timetable, the options are limited and […]

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Starting salary after graduation

After completing their studies, many graduates are faced with the same question: What salary can I expect when I graduate and how do I deal with the salary question during a job interview? Since your first salary has a pretty big impact on how much you will later earn in the company, it is important […]

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Realistic resolutions for the new semester

New semester, new goals. But before you build your own plans as high as the clouds, it’s better to concentrate on what’s achievable, says our columnist. And he has a few suggestions. At the beginning of the new semester, students like to plan a lot. Too much, if you ask me as a student advisor. […]

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Gaps in your CV

Gaps in your CV can quickly appear: long periods of unemployment between jobs, a break from your studies, maternity leave, illness, caring for a relative, a divorce – gaps in your CV are normal. But if you know how to deal with it, you will do better in job interviews. What are CV gaps? A […]

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Your scientific work – our personal guide

Even if we love to commit ourselves to topics like “Where is the best schnitzel?” or “What’s the best way to save money in my city?”, we must not forget why you are with us: Because you are a student. At the end of each course or semester, the notorious thesis is due. So today, […]

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Score with sympathy

Which of us hasn’t received this advice at least once before a job interview? Of course we all have – because who would want to deliberately appear unlikeable in that sort of situation? So this tip might not seem very helpful. On the other hand, maybe there are techniques we can use to make people […]

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Procrastination: this is how you overcome it

Three days before the important exam, the reader hasn’t even been printed out. The project at work has been completed for two weeks, but the project report is still not done. Various studies show how widespread chronic procrastination is. Almost every second Austrian is said to have problems with procrastination. According to Statista, around a […]

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Overcome your nerves

You probably know the feeling: those two days, 10 hours or 2 minutes before an important performance. Your hands are sweaty, your heart is beating quickly and your head feels empty, all the knowledge you have prepared doesn’t seem within reach anymore. Most of the time, this tension dissipates within the first few minutes after […]

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Navigating the sea of distractions

Endless scrolling on TikTok, gripping series that won’t let you go or just nice weather outside – distractions lurk around every corner. Some people continue to work with iron discipline despite any potential distraction, but the majority of us find it difficult not to check our cell phones every few minutes or to max out […]

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