Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences invites you to a lecture on autism

Dr Anas Nashef talks about social obligations and individual opportunities on 7 April at 6 pm

Studying with autism is a major challenge. Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences has therefore set itself the task of providing its students with personalised advice and support. In order to draw attention to the special needs of autistic students, the student group ‘InkluZone’, together with the Centre for Equal Opportunities and Diversity, invites you to a lecture on Monday, 7 April at 6 pm in the event hall of Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences (House T, Room 002, An der Karlstadt 8). Dr Anas Nashef, Head of the Autism Therapy Centre Bremerhaven, will speak about ‘Autism as a task and an opportunity - between social responsibility and individual strengths’. Participation is free of charge and possible without prior registration.

World Autism Awareness Day takes place every year on 2 April and aims to draw attention to the needs of autistic people. Claudia Krieten also knows that studying under these circumstances can be particularly challenging. As the representative for inclusive studying, she is responsible for making it easier for students with physical or mental impairments to take part in courses and examinations. ‘Autism has many manifestations and always varies in intensity from person to person. It is therefore very important that we respond and provide support on an individual basis. We find out what each student needs in personal discussions,’ explains Claudia Krieten. Prospective students can contact her even before they start their studies.

The Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences also offers a group of students for students to exchange ideas with like-minded people. The ‘InkluZone’ group meets weekly and offers space for all matters relating to the topic of inclusion. ‘We want to break down barriers together and strengthen mutual understanding. For example, we discuss the challenges we face during our studies and what makes it difficult for us to participate on campus. If we notice such issues, we can then pass them on so that the university is barrier-free at some point,’ says student Jurina Kleemeyer from the “InkluZone” group. 

Further information can be found at www.hs-bremerhaven.de/en/university/a-campus-for-everyone