Information for students
What do students have to do with gender equality? You may be asking yourself this question if you have come to this page by chance. In fact, discrimination against women among students is often not apparent at first glance. In some departments, the gender proportions of students are roughly balanced or the number of female students is even greater than that of male students. But now take a second look and take a look at the proportion of female doctoral candidates or professors: Why are men outnumbered here - in some cases significantly so? If you are looking for answers to these and other questions on the subject of gender equality, we invite you to browse through our pages. For students, we particularly recommend the following tips and information.
Are you interested in gender equality topics such as gender-equitable language, protection against discrimination and sexualized violence or the legal basis of gender equality work? In the "Topics" section, we have compiled information with a different focus on gender equality.
Are you wondering what your department is doing to create equal opportunities for men and women? It's worth taking a look at the gender equality concept. We have collected the current equality concepts as well as further information on measures and contact persons in the departments for you.
Are you looking for contact persons for gender equality issues or would you like to get to know the structures of gender equality work at TU Dortmund University? Are you involved in gender equality issues yourself and want to network? We have compiled the most important contacts and networks within and outside TU Dortmund University for you.
Would you like to find out more about discrimination, disadvantage, abuse of power, harassment and sexualized violence? Are you looking for someone you can turn to in confidence?
Protection from discrimination and sexualized violence
With the feminist and queer calendar, we bring you up to date on current, local and international action and holidays with a focus on queerfeminist issues and perspectives.
Do you need literature on gender studies for a seminar, a lecture or a research project? The University Library offers you specialist information on the subject of "Gender Studies". You can search over 50 databases for essays, biographies, journal articles and much more.
Language creates reality and the use of gender-equitable wording promotes equality between men and women in all areas of life. Here you can read information on the subject and find tips to help you formulate scientific and non-scientific texts in a gender-equitable way.
Gender as a structural and analytical category is an important part of research and teaching across all departments at TU Dortmund University. Every semester, the Equal Opportunities Office publishes a course catalog on the topics of gender and diversity, in which all courses are bundled for you.
Are you looking for information on the topic of gender equality at universities and in politics and society? Do you need recommendations or suggestions on these topics?
Journals and online publications
The Equal Opportunities Office also aims to raise awareness of equality issues with new event formats. Current topics are brought to the public and discussed in depth with members of TU Dortmund University and external interested parties. Please refer to the events calendar to find out which events and event series are currently taking place.
Events
Are you about to graduate and looking for final information for a smooth career start? Could your chances in application procedures be boosted by soft skills? The Equal Opportunities Office supports various projects designed to make it easier to navigate the world of work - both on the way into the general job market and into an academic career.
Are you looking for the right scholarship or funding for you? We have put together some tips to help you in your search.
Are you expecting a child and have questions about financial support? Do you have children and would like to talk to other student parents? Or are you responsible for caring for family members and are looking for advice? As a signatory to the "Family at the University" charter, TU Dortmund University offers advice on balancing studies and family life. Visit our portal Families at TU Dortmund University.
Are you lesbian, gay, bisexual or pansexual? Are you looking for information and exchange opportunities in the queer community? We have a compilation of offers and material.
