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Clausthal University of Technology Signs the Okanagan Charter

We're making a statement!

Report by Dr. Sebastian Sdrenka

 

Join in! Outdoor fitness equipment area opens on campus

Report on the Opening of the Activity Park in the Feldgraben Area

Newsletter: News from the University # 06/2025

 

A new fitness center for the Clausthal University of Technology campus …

Students develop sports equipment in a course—President Dr. Sylvia Schattauer is among the first to train there

Goslarsche Zeitung, November 13, 2025, p. 27

 

Workouts and a homemade beer as a reward

Clausthal University of Technology presents its wide range of fitness programs—biathlon and fitness classes are all the rage among students

Goslarsche Zeitung,

What the university has to offer outside of classes

From dance performances to a game of "Kippfiguren": The fair showcases student life and offers more than just information

Goslarsche Zeitung, October 23, 2025

 

First-year students get to know Clausthal University of Technology

Orientation Fair and University Sports Day Aimed at Helping New Students Settle into the Upper Harz Region

Goslarsche Zeitung, October 8, 2025

 

Clausthal University of Technology's Summer Sports Festival Goes Off Without a Hitch (GZ online) …

At Clausthal University of Technology, the university's many sports clubs showcased their activities at the summer sports festival....

Goslarsche Zeitung -

Clausthal University of Technology's Summer Sports Festival Goes Off Without a Hitch …

University Sports Department Hosts University Championships in Basketball and Beach Volleyball - Individual courses introduce themselves to students

Goslarsche

Boathouse Festival Kicks Off the Season

Visitors try out water sports equipment from the University Sports Department at Clausthal University of Technology – The Campus Run takes place on June 17

Campus Clean Up Prepares TU for Festival Week

Equipped with gloves, litter pickers, and trash bags, around 50 volunteers cleaned up litter on campus.
 

Press Office of Clausthal University of Technology, May

A Clean Campus for the 250th Anniversary of Clausthal University of Technology …

50 volunteers collect trash in the Feldgraben area and at Tannenhöhe—as a reward, they’ll get beer from the research brewery

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 10, 2025

 

The Boathouse kicks off the season with a celebration

University Sports invites students to try out the equipment for free on May 24—the Fun Race is part of the program

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 9, 2025

 

Seesen is the German relay champion

MTV Orienteers Win Sprint Title in Clausthal-Zellerfeld

Goslarsche Zeitung, April 10, 2025

 

National Championships in the Upper Harz

Orienteers to compete for German individual, relay, and collegiate titles this weekend – 800 participants

Goslarsche Zeitung, April 4, 2025

 

Orienteering: Campus area closed

German Championships to Cause Traffic Restrictions This Weekend – Buses Will Be Diverted

Goslarsche Zeitung, April 3, 2025

 

Role models for all athletes in the city

Among others, an award for Tom Buchholz, a current student at Clausthal University of Technology

Goslarsche Zeitung, March 21, 2025

 

The canoe polo players' "cuddle tournament" is making a comeback in the university's anniversary…

Report on the Canoe Polo Tournament on March 8 and 9, 2025

Goslarsche Zeitung, March 10, 2025

 

The cross-country skiing weekend in the Harz Mountains was a huge success …

A weekend of sports filled with new experiences: From February 7 to 9, 2025, participants enjoyed an unforgettable cross-country skiing weekend in the Harz

TU is organizing a cross-country skiing day in partnership with Hannover 96 …

21 sports-loving children from the state capital are trying their hand at winter sports at Sonnenberg – prizes for the best teams
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, February

Great days for MTK Bad Harzburg

Successes at the German Championships and the Universiade in Ski Orienteering

Goslarsche Zeitung, January 25, 2025

 

German University Orienteering Championships

During its anniversary year, Clausthal University of Technology will host both the University Championships and the German Orienteering Championships. The event

Soon, orienteers will be sprinting through the city

Preparations for the German Championships and University Championships in April are in full swing—600 participants are expected
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, January 21,

Buchholz ranks among the top 20 at the U23 World Championships

Successes for MTK Bad Harzburg in Ski Orienteering

Goslarsche Zeitung, January 18, 2025, p. 16

 

Clausthal University of Technology offers winter sports courses

Beginners and advanced skiers and snowboarders are invited to let loose on the slopes under expert guidance

Goslarsche Zeitung, January 15, 2025, p. 28

 

Press Releases 2024

Donation to "Tisch Lazarus"

"Cooperation" section

TUContact December 2024, Issue 2, 2024, p. 54

 

Lake and Summer Festival with games, fun, and good food

The Waldseebad in Clausthal-Zellerfeld is celebrating its annual festival on July 21—featuring contests and great prizes
(The Sports Institute is supporting the

TU Sports Festival Gives the European Championships a Run for Their Money …

Public Viewing, Soccer Championship, and Beer Relay: Annual Event Attracts Around 250 Visitors

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 21, 2024

 

Clausthal University of Technology Wins College Soccer Tournament

For the first time since 2009, the Oberharz team has prevailed against strong competition and will host the event next year

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 15, 2024
 

 

From Aroha to Brain Fitness to Zumba

Fourth Women's Sports Day at Clausthal University of Technology: 70 participants explore various courses and local clubs

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 13, 2024

 

Campus Run to Be Held for the First Time Alongside the Campus Festival …

More than 200 athletes will compete in the 35th edition of the TU event—with a social program for everyone

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 6, 2024

 

Surfing for the win on a boat

At the Boathouse Festival, visitors try out water sports equipment—swimming in the Okertalsperre doesn’t seem so cold after all

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 27, 2024

University renovates gym for about two million euros

The building on Gerhard-Rauschenbach-Straße already has new windows; the facade will follow soon - Sports classes for students, staff, and the general public

Poverty & Health Conference 2024

Presentation of the TUCmove Project
(March 4–6, 2024)

Report by Dr. Sebastian Sdrenka

Project Brochure: "A Healthy University Environment"

Brochure on the "Active Studying – Studying Makes a Difference! 2.0" initiative
. The TUCmove project is presented on pages 42–43.

World Championship Pressure for the MTK Bad Harzburg Duo

Ski-Orienteering Athletes Face a
Challenge in Austria 

Goslarsche Zeitung, January 25, 2024

 

Clausthal Student at the World University Championship

Instagram post from Clausthal University of Technology

Clausthal University Press Office, January 2024

Ski Orienteering at the FISU World University Championships, featuring Clausthal University of…

Ski Orienteering: Small Team at the First 2024 World University Championships

Report by the adh, January 11, 2024

Press Releases 2023

Video from the adh closing event "Studying in Motion – Studying Makes a Difference! 2.0" …

YouTube, adh University Sports Channel

adh video, Dec. 13–14, 2023 

TUC-Move at Clausthal University of Technology

adh Report on the "Active Learning - Learning in Motion! 2.0" Project
 

adh website, 2023

Change in Leadership at the Sports Institute

"People and News" section

TUContact, Issue 2, 2023, p. 52

 

Experience nature in the Harz Mountains – just be outdoors

A travelogue with photos by Tillmann Schneider and Florian Sehring

October 2023
 

 

Boxing, a great way to unwind after studying

At University Sports Day, Clausthal University of Technology shows that students don’t have to be couch potatoes

Goslarsche Zeitung, October 13, 2023

 

New Areas of Research and Devices for the Healthcare Sector

Change in leadership after 27 years: Sebastian Sdrenka takes over as director of the Sports Institute at Clausthal University of Technology from Regina

Change in Leadership at the Sports Institute

In September, Dr. Sebastian Sdrenka took over as director of the Sports Institute at Clausthal University of Technology. Prior to this, Dr. Regina

Studying and Playing Sports

One sporting event followed another during the summer semester. The Summer Sports Festival marked the conclusion

TUContact #1 | 29th Edition | August 2023, pp.

A Great Debut for the Steigerlauf

New TSG Jerstedt event gets off to a perfect start with 236 entries – Sauthoff unstoppable;
Elisa Hüllhorst of TUC fastest woman in the 10.5 km race

Goslarsche

Venito Oberharz: Climbing wall nearly complete

Youth Services' €50,000 project funded by "Lucky Piggy" donations - Partnership with University Sports

Goslarsche Zeitung, August 25, 2023

 

Video about the TUCmove Project (Full Version)

Final Report on the TUCmove Project as Part of "Active Learning – Learning in Motion! 2.0"

Prepared by the Computer Center at Clausthal University of

Summer Sports Festival Meets Health Day with TK

On June 28, 2023, a special highlight took place for students, staff, and family members of Clausthal University of Technology: the Summer Sports Festival,

Video of the 2023 Summer Sports Festival (Short Version)

On June 28, 2023, the Sports Institute’s summer sports festival took place at Tannenhöhe.

Clausthal University of Technology Computer Center, June 30, 2023

Director Regina Semmler-Ludwig is stepping down after nearly 28 years …

Praise and a beach chair as a farewell gift: 62-year-old takes early retirement—successor to take over on September 1
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 30, 2023

Flying balls and rowing physicists

Well-known and lesser-known sports will be showcased on the outdoor grounds of Clausthal University of Technology – Health Day hosted by the health insurance

Clausthal University of Technology Invites You to Its Sports Festival …

Volleyball, beer relay, and cross-country skiing: Visitors can give them a try on June 28

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 22, 2023

 

TU employees pull together

Large turnout at Health Day – classes fill up quickly

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 16, 2023

 

Aroha and Kangoo Jump are the latest trends

The District Sports Association and the equal opportunity officers from the Technical University, the city, and the district invite you to the 3rd Women’s

Volunteer service is a stepping stone

Elaine Haag will remain at the Sports Institute until August and will then begin her training as a fitness business administrator—successor sought
 

Goslarsche

Balancing school and sports

Master’s graduate Ali Naderivarandi is the Hapkido World Vice Champion – Diverse Involvement at Clausthal University of Technology

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 24,

A first at the Boathouse Festival: Pedal Boat Fun

Visitors test out new vehicles in a competition—balance is key on
stand-up boards 

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 15, 2023

 

Athletes brave the "lousy weather" at the 34th Campus Run

120 participants take part in the sporting event in Clausthal-Zellerfeld – Organizers thank all volunteers
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 11, 2023

 

Clausthal University of Technology is hosting a boathouse festival on May 13 …

Participants can try out water sports equipment for free

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 6, 2023

 

The campus grounds will become a running route on May 10

Registration for the 34th edition of the sporting event is available online only – Various distances are available – Children run first
 

Goslarsche Zeitung,

Just like the professional biathletes on TV

Sports Institute Organizes a Cross-Country Skiing Camp for the Club's Children in
Cooperation with Hannover 96 

Goslarsche Zeitung, February 17, 2023

 

Press Releases 2022

2022 Annual Report of Clausthal University of Technology

Culture and Sports
Section, pp. 102–103, 112–117
 

Clausthal University of Technology

A First for TU: Women's Soccer

Elaine Haag is doing volunteer work at the Sports Institute
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, October 18, 2022

 

Team "Better Dead Than Second" Wins

University Sports Day with Winter Games
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, October 15, 2022

Residents of the Upper Harz region run more than 334 kilometers

Few participants at the International University Sports Day – No podium finish for Clausthal University of
Technology 

Goslarsche Zeitung, September 24, 2022

Without men, but with plenty of motivation

Participants from across the district are coming to the Women’s Sports Day on
the Clausthal University of Technology campus 

Goslarsche Zeitung, September 13,

Women's Sports Day in the Upper Harz

Event Announcement for September 9, 2022
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, August 5, 2022

Zumba, Yoga, Tabata: Fitness Day for Women

The District Sports Association and the Office of Equal Opportunity at Clausthal University of Technology, the district, and the city invite you to an event on

Ideas Expo: Clausthal University of Technology's Big Debut

Students showcase their university in Hanover with a balance test, augmented reality, and DIY soldering kits
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, July 6, 2022

Polo in Paradise

Report on the 10th Jena Canoe Polo Fun Tournament hosted by the JKRV on July 9–10, 2022
 

Mette Krippendorff

Report from the University Athletics Department

Report by Prof. Roland Menges

Excerpt from the Clausthal University of Technology newsletter "News from the Senate" #11, June 29, 2022, p. 5

 

Cross-country skiing is possible even without snow

At the summer sports festival hosted by the Sports Institute at Clausthal University of Technology, the various sports teams introduced themselves and were

2022 Campus Run

Film by Jannik Jeremy Dietl
  

Clausthal University of Technology Computer Center

 

World Champion Wins Campus Run

About 150 athletes are participating in the 33rd edition of the TU event—Scott Anderson crosses the finish line first
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 25, 2022

 

A world champion wins the campus run

Scott Anderson, world champion in cross-triathlon and a doctoral student at Clausthal University of Technology, won the university’s 33rd Campus Run, which drew

Strong currents: Gaudi Race under challenging conditions

Boathouse at the Okertalsperre Celebrates Its 60th Anniversary – TU Student Konrad Höfler Wins Stand-Up Paddleboard Competition
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 24,

Boathouse Festival today, Campus Run on Tuesday

The Sports Institute at Clausthal University of Technology invites you to its events—Online registration is required for the
race 

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 21,

Ozeankind benefits from the Harz deposit

Tobias Humpert, a volunteer at the Sports Institute of Clausthal University of Technology, launches a fundraising campaign for an
environmental organization 

Press Releases 2021

2021 Annual Report of Clausthal University of Technology

Culture and Sports
Section, pp. 98–111
 

Clausthal University of Technology

Partnership with Hannover 96 Launched

p. 49: Partnership with the Hannover 96 Youth Sports
Program 

TU Contact #2 | 27th Volume | December 2021 | p. 49

The boathouse at the Okertal Dam

Nadine Kaiser reports on the TU Boathouse
 

Report by the Press and Communications Office at Clausthal University of Technology / TUC StudiBlog

 

University partners with Hannover 96

Clausthal University of Technology supports sports programs—in return, a university banner hangs at the clubhouse
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, December 17, 2021

Clausthal University of Technology partners with Hannover 96

Clausthal University of Technology Launches a Partnership with Hannover 96’s Youth Sports
Program 

HARZ KURIER, December 15, 2021

University Sports Introduces Itself to New Students

From cross-country skiing to basketball: The recreational activities at Clausthal University of Technology are diverse and not just for pros
 

Goslarsche

TUC Keiler Shines at the 3rd IronRace Harz 2021

Report on the 3rd IronRace Harz on September 17, 2021
 

Sebastian Sdrenka

Fitness has been a part of his life for as long as he can remember

Tobias Humpert is the new Federal Volunteer Service participant at the Sports Institute of Clausthal University of
Technology 

Goslarsche Zeitung, October 8,

TU Invites You to University Sports Day

On October 14, students will present activities that will begin in the winter
semester 

Goslarsche Zeitung, October 6, 2021

Organizers praise Clausthal's performance

About 70,000 students are following the program of the Ideas Expo: The University of Harz is presenting itself at a digital
booth 

Goslarsche Zeitung, July 21,

Visible Nationwide & The Digital Semester, Part Three

Page 3: Report on the DHM Orienteering Event on June 20, 2021, and Pages 18–19: Report on the Digital Health Days
 

TU Contact #1 | 27th Edition | July 2021

Orienteers look for the right path

The first in-person German College Championship following a one-year hiatus due to the pandemic will take place in the
Harz region 

Harz Kurier, June 28, 2021

Seesener is already in good shape

Orienteering Weekend in Hahnenklee
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 24, 2021

Orienteering: Hosting the German Championships

The University Sports Department at Clausthal University of Technology and MTK Bad Harzburg hosted the first in-person German University Championships in

Göttingen Wins at the DHM Orienteering Competition

Report on the DHM Orienteering Event in Hahnenklee

adh Homepage, June 21, 2021

Women's Sports Day: Recharge Your Energy

Preview of Women's Sports Day on July 2, 2021
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 18, 2021

Orienteers are off again

Clausthal University of Technology Co-Hosts the DHM Orienteering Competition in Hahnenklee
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 13, 2021

Competitive sports are finally back: Clausthal University of Technology hosts the DHM Orienteering…

Preview of the DHM Orienteering Event in Hahnenklee
 

adh Homepage, June 17, 2021

Revenge achieved: Students defeat staff

"42 participants from Clausthal University of Technology covered 6,970 kilometers, which is equivalent to the distance to Canada"
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 5,

Sports Institute Seeks Volunteers

"Clausthal University of Technology Follows Other Universities' Lead – Appeal to Recent High School Graduates"
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 22, 2021

Registration at the TU remains open until April 15

"Clausthal University of Technology is the envy of many universities for its sports program, which includes more than 70 disciplines"
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, April

Clausthal University Sports Extends the Winter Season

Report on the Purchase of a Textile Ski Slope
 

adh Homepage | March 31, 2021

Health Days: TU's Digital Offerings

Mental Strength: Breaking the Cycle of Loneliness
A Personal Experiment: Meditation, Morning Exercise, and Sore Muscles
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, March 12, 2021

Join Us for a 60-Minute Mindful Run

Steiger College is participating in Clausthal University of Technology’s Health Days from March 9 to 11, 2021
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, March 9, 2021

TU Health Days Go Digital for the First Time

Preview of the Clausthal University of Technology Health Days, March 9–11, 2021
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, March 4, 2021

New equipment for virtual fitness classes

A Look Back at 2020 and a Look Ahead to 2021
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, January 25, 2021

Instagram channel aims to provide added value for students

Report on the Social Media Presence of the Sports Institute at Clausthal University of
Technology 

Goslarsche Zeitung, January 25, 2021

For 34 employees and 32 students, every kilometer counts

Report on the Clausthal University of
Technology's Kilometer Challenge 

Goslarsche Zeitung, January 5, 2021

Press Releases 2020

2020 Annual Report of Clausthal University of Technology

Culture and Sports
Section, pp. 108–119
 

Clausthal University of Technology

Hexentrail at Home

Report on the Hexentrail at Home on September 5, 2020
 

Sebastian Sdrenka

Legendary – Around the Brocken August 30, 2020, 8:15 p.m. MDR Television …

Members of the canoeing club in action
 

(0:33 to 0:36 and 48:58 to 54:07)

College Sports During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Report on the Current Situation
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, August 6, 2020

College Sports During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Press release from the TU Press Office dated August 3, 2020
 

TU Clausthal

The Oker – Downstream from the Harz Mountains to the Heath 24 July 2020 8:15 p.m. die nordstory NDR…

Members of the canoeing club in action
 

(0:00 to 0:40 and 11:47 to 15:14)
Video available until July 24, 2021

Students on the practice greens – The golf course is filling up with trial members …

Tee Times
 

Club News - Harz Golf Club - July 2020

Fighting Chihuahuas Snuggle Their Way to Victory

Report on the 20th Canoe Polo Tournament at the Clausthal Recreation Pool
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, March 2, 2020

TU students head for the snow

Report on the SITUC Winter Sports Trip
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, February 5, 2020

Press Releases 2019

Clausthal University of Technology Annual Report 2019

Alumni - Culture - Sports
 

Clausthal University of Technology

Gettting Tough - The Race

Report on the Extreme Run on December 7, 2019
 

Sebastian Sdrenka

24th Clausthal-Zellerfeld 24-Hour Swim

Report on the 24-Hour Swim at the Clausthal Recreation Pool
 

Sebastian Sdrenka

The Joy of Endurance: It's All About the Distance

Report on the 24th 24-Hour Swim at the Clausthal Recreation Pool
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, November 27, 2019

Clausthal University team wins gold and silver in Russia

Report on the International Hapkido Championship
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, October 16, 2019

Brocken Run 2019

Report on the Brocken Run on September 7, 2019
 

Sebastian Sdrenka

6th Harz Hexentrail 2019

Report on the 6th Harz Hexentrail on August 24, 2019
 

Sebastian Sdrenka

A friendly tournament full of memories

Report on the 2019 Hüsnü Koc
Tournament 

Goslarsche Zeitung, July 10, 2019

Water provides much-needed relief from the heat

Report on the Summer Sports Festival on June 26, 2019
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 28, 2019

When she goes surfing, the DLRG is there + At the Okertalsperre, you can rent all kinds of boats …

Report on the windsurfing course and interview with Stefan Marxen about the Clausthal University of Technology
boathouse 

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 22, 2019

The Clausthal booth is a major attraction

Report on Participation in the Ideen-Expo 2019 in Hanover
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, June 19, 2019

Dragon boats on the Okertalsperre

Report on the Boathouse Festival on May 25, 2019
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 29, 2019

Fitness veterans on the circuit

Report on the 30th Campus Run on May 21, 2019
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, May 23, 2019

30th Campus Run: Professor Jischa Sets Record for Number of Participants …

Report on the Campus Run on May 21, 2019
 

TU News, May 22, 2019

Interactive activities in the student test

Report on the Preparatory Phase for the Ideas Expo
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, April 17, 2019

Like a family reunion on the water

Report on the 19th Canoe Polo Tournament on March 9–10, 2019
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, March 11, 2019

18 teams are coming to cuddle

Preview of the 19th Canoe Polo Tournament on March 9–10, 2019
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, March 7, 2019

Juggling balls, diabolos, and hoops

Report on the Twin Spin Workshop at the TU Sports Hall on January 19, 2019
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, January 22, 2019

Juggling Workshop with Twin Spin and Jessica Savalla

Flyer for the workshop on January 19, 2019
 

FoKuS

Press Releases 2018

Attack is not the best form of defense

Report on the Hapikido Workshop on November 2–3, 2018
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, November 28, 2018

New Program for Outdoor Gymnasts

Report on the Opening of the Outdoor Park
 

Goslarsche Zeitung, December 3, 2018