University Elections
Currently, over 30,000 students are enrolled at our university. Together, we form the student body. We are by far the largest interest group at our university and have a say in many decisions. Student engagement can really make a difference!
What’s Happening?
As every year, the university-wide elections 🐳 are coming up again. From December 10th to December 12th, 2024, you can vote for the Student Council, Faculty Council, Senate, and Extended Senate at various polling stations on campus or by postal vote. Stand up for the interests of your fellow students, gain insights 👀 into the inner workings of the university, meet committed people, and develop your social skills in open discourse.
Getting involved in student participation 📣 through working in the Student Council is easy and requires no special knowledge. Besides advisory services and work on improving your degree program, the Student Council organizes the first semester introduction (ESE) as well as workshops, game nights, parties, and much more. All this is only possible if enough students get enthusiastic about participating. 👐
What is being elected?
01 Student Council (FSR)
The Student Council (FSR) is your student representative body at the faculty. It represents all students of certain degree programs grouped into a student body (Fachschaft). The FSR is the first point of contact for problems related to your studies and supports freshmen during the first semester introduction (ESE) at the beginning of their studies to help them get oriented at the university. Besides many events such as game nights or parties, the FSR often offers useful tips and services, such as exam collections, counseling services, or lending of materials.
Up to 25 members elected by you belong to the Student Council, who usually meet weekly. The members of the FSR send representatives to the Student Parliament (StuRa) and propose student representatives for various faculty committees.
02 Faculty Council
The Faculty Council is the highest and most guiding committee of a faculty. In monthly meetings, essential organizational, financial, and personnel matters are discussed and decided here. Among other things, study documents prepared by the Study Commission (StuKo) are approved, and appointments for professorships are organized.
The chair of the Faculty Council is the dean. Besides professors as well as representatives of academic staff, the group of scientific support staff, and a person responsible for equality issues, students elected by you also sit on the Faculty Council.
03 Department Council
In the Department Council, similar to the Faculty Council, all member groups of the department meet. In addition to student representatives, professors, scientific staff, and technical and administrative employees sit on this committee. There is also a representative for equality issues.
Depending on the department regulations, the Department Council has different tasks. For example, it can decide on department-wide degree programs or on the development of the department.
04 Senate
The Senate is the highest academic body of TU Dresden. It makes guiding and fundamental decisions for the entire university. The introduction and dissolution of degree programs are also decided here in the last instance. Furthermore, the Senate serves as a platform for information exchange between departments, faculties, institutions, and status groups.
The 21 voting members consist of various status groups: 11 professors (legally with majority), 4 students, 4 scientific staff, and 2 employees. Other persons such as the rector, pro-rectors, and deans are members of the Senate without voting rights.
05 Extended Senate
This committee meets less frequently than the Senate and is especially responsible for electing and dismissing the rector as well as for changes to the Basic Regulations of TU Dresden.
The Extended Senate includes the 21 voting members of the Senate as well as an equal number of other representatives from all status groups. Here you also elect four student representatives and their deputies.
06 Equality Officers
Equality officers are sometimes directly elected—for example, at faculty or department level. Students can also run for these positions.
They are members of central committees such as the Faculty or Department Council and participate in appointment committees. Furthermore, they advocate for equality and support corresponding projects and events.
Who is running?
Student Council (FSR)
Up to 25 candidates can be elected to the Student Council.
Thomas Nürk
Major: BA Informatik, 3. Semester
Béla Richarts
Major: BA Informatik, 3. Semester
Hi everyone, I’m Béla, and I’ve been studying at TU since the Wintersemester of 2023. I’d like to contribute to the student council on behalf of all of us especially concerning topics like making organizational information easily accessible to students and promoting environmental sustainability. Best regards
Bjarne Storbeck
Major: BA Informatik, 3. Semester
Jannik Menzel
Major: BA Informatik, 1. Semester
Hello, I’m Jannik, a first-semester computer science student. I’m running for the student council because I want to actively shape our faculty. It’s important to me to represent all students’ opinions and tackle problems and challenges. I would be happy to have the opportunity to contribute my commitment to our faculty.
Julian Bayer
Major: BA Informatik, 1. Semester
Hey, I’m Julian, 20 and “Ersti” in CS. I’d like to work for you in the FSR and above all be a link between the students and the professors. Especially at the beginning, the whole system can be confusing and since I like pain, I’m willing to sacrifice myself for you :) Besides studying, I like going to the gym, play the guitar and have worked as a learning coach for A-level students.
Eric Schlafke
Major: Dipl. Informatik, 1. Semester
I’m Eric Schlafke, a diploma computer science student in my first semester, and I want to get involved in the IFSR.
Kevin Vogel
Major: BA Informatik, 1. Semester
Hey, I’m Kevin Vogel, a first-semester bachelor’s computer science student, running for the student council. I was active in student representation at school and want to continue that in the council. I aim to represent the student body seriously and constructively.
Vincent Kruse
Major: BA Informatik, 6. Semester
Maximilian Heunemann
Major: BA Medieninformatik, 1. Semester
Hey, I’m Max, a first-semester bachelor’s media informatics student. I want to support the faculty and am running for the student council this semester! I want to represent new students’ interests and help organize events.
Yazan Raee
Major: BA Medieninformatik, 5. Semester
Hey folks, I’m running again for the IFSR because I really enjoy supporting you with your ideas and concerns. Last year, as part of the student council, I gained valuable experience, for example helping with the ESE and in various committees. I’d be happy to continue contributing to making studies better for everyone!
Frieder Hannenheim
Major: BA Informatik, 1. Semester
Hello. I’m Frieder and I like cats and students. As a student council member, I will advocate for cats and students :)
Lyn Fugmann
Major: BA Informatik, 8. Semester
I deal with servers, websites, and other software so you don’t have to! This term and in the future, the student council will stand strong for equality and participation of all students and against any discrimination.
Richard Schellenberg
Major: BA Informatik, 3. Semester
Hey, I’ve been on the student council for a year and have learned the structures role. I want to continue in this role in the next term.
Philipp Denz
Major: Dipl. Informatik, 9. Semester
Hey, I’m Philipp, studying computer science since 2020. I’ve had many experiences: from the start during COVID, to seriously considering quitting, to nearly finishing my diploma. I want to use these experiences to help other students. Since the ESE 2024, I’ve worked a lot with the iFSR and now want to do so officially :D
Joachim Stramke
Major: Dipl. Informatik, 5. Semester
With my third candidacy, I stand for a balanced student council. A clear stance against the right-wing is essential for me. At the same time, I reject interference in non-university-related topics. I want to use my experience as structures officer and admin to promote stable structures and efficient work.
Eliah Lohr
Major: BA Medieninformatik, 4. Semester
Hi, I’m Eliah, probably best known from the ESEs. This year, I’m again looking forward to representing your interests to the professors and the university.
Fabian Naumann
Major: MA Informatik, 4. Semester
Norman Symanski
Major: BA Informatik, 3. Semester
Hi, I’m Norman, currently studying Computer Science (BA) in my third semester, and I’m running for the student council again this year. In addition to representing your interests, I’d especially like to organize regular game nights to foster relaxed networking within our student community.
Helene Hausmann
Major: BA Informatik, 5. Semester
Heyo, I’m Helene, a 5th-semester bachelor’s computer science student. I’ve been active in the student council for 2 years, representing you in exam boards and study commissions. I also organized this year’s ESE as main organizer. I’d like to continue representing you at the faculty.
Kenny Weidemann
Major: BA Medieninformatik, 7. Semester
Hej Hej! I’m Kenny, 7th semester media informatics student, and was part of the student council last semester. I will represent students, especially media informatics students, and hope to bring their perspective into committees.
Hannes Heinrich
Major: BA Informatik, 3. Semester
Hello, I’m Hannes and I’m in my third semester B. Computer Science. I look forward to representing your interests at the university. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me.
Nico Behrens
Major: MA Informatik, 3. Semester
Hello everyone, after a year of experience I want to continue my commitment in the student council by contributing to organizing events within the faculty. With me, the council focuses on its core tasks, addressing students’ concerns politically neutrally. Outside the council, I occasionally play guitar and read.
Hamza Aslam
Major: MA Computational Modeling and Simulation, 3. Semester
Hey, I’m Hamza Aslam, a student in Computational Modeling and Simulation. I’m running for the student council to bring innovation and fresh ideas to our campus! I am passionate about solving problems and improving university life for all of us. Vote for me if you want a committed, motivated voice ready to make a difference!
Roman Matthias Roller
Major: BA Informatik, 7. Semester
Heyo! I’m Roman, running for the IFSR for the first time this year. I’ve been an ASCII member for about a semester and thought I could contribute to the IFSR, especially regarding sustainability in studies. I’m often at university and open to discuss problems anytime.
Muhammad Haris Qureshi
Major: MA Computational Modeling and Simulation, 4. Semester
Hello, I’m Haris Qureshi, an international student from Pakistan studying CMS. I’m running for the computer science student council to represent the diverse voices of our department. With my experience in cultural exchange and commitment to inclusivity, I want to represent your concerns and enrich our studies. Let’s shape the future together!
Sianna Dyveke Fetzer
Major: BA Informatik, 1. Semester
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Karim Abdel Aziz
Major: BA Informatik, 1. Semester
Hallo, ich bin Karim :) Ich durfte dieses Jahr die neuen Studis des Fachbereichs Ingenieurwesen symbolisch in das Buch der Immatrikulation einschreiben.
Luca Schüler
Major: BA Informatik, 1. Semester
Christoph Baitis
Major: BA Informatik, 7. Semester
Macy Jane Schreiber
Major: BA Informatik, 5. Semester
Hey, I’m Macy. I was part of the iFSR for the last two years and would like to continue. I enjoy playing guitar and some electric piano. I also like ice skating in winter. Currently, I’m doing a semester abroad in Brussels that ends in January. Afterwards, I want to write my bachelor thesis and engage in the student council.
Laxminarayan Prasad Shenoy
Major: MA Computational Modeling and Simulation, 3. Semester
Hello! I’m Laxminrayan Shenoy, a 3rd-semester master’s student in CMS-CE and member of the CMS study commission where I improved the study experience. I advocate for an inclusive community and support international students. As an iFSR candidate, I want to represent diverse voices and drive positive change.
Arthur Wolf
Major: BA Informatik, 1. Semester
Hi, I’m Arthur, a first-semester bachelor’s computer science student. I would be happy to represent students to the professors and the university and would like to help organize various events.
Johanna Berger
Major: Dipl. Informatik, 5. Semester
Faculty Council (FakRat)
Two representatives can be elected to the Faculty Council. An additional person can receive a substitute seat. The order on the list determines the allocation.
Helene Hausmann
Major: BA Informatik, 5. Semester
Heyo, I’m Helene, a 5th-semester bachelor’s computer science student. I’ve been active in the student council for 2 years, representing you in exam boards and study commissions. I also organized this year’s ESE as main organizer. I’d like to continue representing you at the faculty.
Johanna Berger
Major: Dipl. Informatik, 5. Semester
Joachim Stramke
Major: Dipl. Informatik, 5. Semester
With my third candidacy, I stand for a balanced student council. A clear stance against the right-wing is essential for me. At the same time, I reject interference in non-university-related topics. I want to use my experience as structures officer and admin to promote stable structures and efficient work.
Kenny Weidemann
Major: BA Medieninformatik, 7. Semester
Hej Hej! I’m Kenny, 7th semester media informatics student, and was part of the student council last semester. I will represent students, especially media informatics students, and hope to bring their perspective into committees.
Senate & Extended Senate
Four representatives each can be elected to the Senate and the Extended Senate.