Table of Contents
- 0.1 Funding award as recognition and investment in education
- 0.2 Change in the learning culture and its consequences
- 0.3 The new HAW concept
- 1 What concrete steps will the City of Tirschenreuth and the HAW Landshut take to ensure that the collaboration with regional companies benefits both students through practical experience and the local industry through a skilled workforce?
Tirschenreuth. A sponsorship award was awarded to HAW student Franz Hromatke and more intensive cooperation between HAW and the city of Tirschenreuth was discussed. The HAW is revising its concept for attendance times and is planning close cooperation with local companies and the district.
At the beginning of this week, Tirschenreuth received a delegation from the Landshut University of Applied Sciences. The focus of the visit was the awarding of a sponsorship award and the deepening of the cooperation between the university and the city.
Funding award as recognition and investment in education
mayor Franz Stahl and the deputy Chamberlain Eva Kastl welcomed, among others, the Vice President for Further Education Prof. Dr. Marcus Jautze and the course director Prof. Dr. Reinhold Kohler. During the meeting, HAW student received Franz Hromatke for his outstanding achievements he received the sponsorship award from the city of Tirschenreuth, worth EUR 1,000. This moment underlines how seriously Tirschenreuth takes supporting education and talented students.
Change in the learning culture and its consequences
The visit was also an opportunity to discuss the adjustments to the HAW’s range of courses, especially with regard to the part-time bachelor’s degree program “Industrial Engineering Energy & Logistics”, which has been offered in Tirschenreuth since 2020. The pandemic-related acceleration in the development of video conferencing systems has led to a rethinking of the study concept. Attendance times that were previously necessary to participate in such conferences at the learning location are now reduced.
The new HAW concept
The university presented a revised concept. In the future, students will come to Tirschenreuth in blocks and approximately once per semester. Close cooperation with the district and regional companies should also be promoted. Mayor Franz Stahl emphasized that education is a key to professional and economic success and welcomed the intensified cooperation.
This week’s events in Tirschenreuth show that the city and the Landshut University of Applied Sciences are working together to improve educational opportunities and actively involve local business and industry.
What concrete steps will the City of Tirschenreuth and the HAW Landshut take to ensure that the collaboration with regional companies benefits both students through practical experience and the local industry through a skilled workforce?
## Interview: Strengthening Educational Ties between Tirschenreuth and the HAW Landshut
**Introduction**
Welcome to World Today News, where we explore the latest developments shaping our communities. Today, we’re joined by two distinguished guests to delve into the exciting partnership blooming between the City of Tirschenreuth and the Landshut University of Applied Sciences (HAW). We have with us Mayor Franz Stahl, a key advocate for education in Tirschenreuth, and Professor Dr. Marcus Jautze, Vice President for Further Education at the HAW.
**Part 1: Recognizing Excellence and Investing in the Future**
* **Mayor Stahl**, the sponsorship award presented to Franz Hromatke is a wonderful testament to the city’s commitment to supporting talent. What does this say about Tirschenreuth’s vision for the future and the role education plays in achieving it?
* **Professor Jautze**, from the HAW’s perspective, how important is it to have this kind of local partnership and recognition for your students? How does it contribute to their overall development besides academic progress?
* Both of you have highlighted the importance of education. Could you delve deeper into the specific skills and knowledge gaps you aim to address through this collaboration, particularly in light of Tirschenreuth’s economic landscape and future prospects?
**Part 2: Adapting to a Changing Learning Landscape**
* We’ve seen a shift toward blended learning models, particularly after the pandemic. **Professor Jautze**, can you elaborate on the HAW’s revised concept for attendance times in the “Industrial Engineering Energy & Logistics” program and the reasoning behind this shift?
* **Mayor Stahl**, how do you see this change impacting the local community? Are there concerns or opportunities you anticipate arising from this shift towards a modular learning approach?
* What are the key challenges and benefits you foresee in implementing this new concept, and how will the HAW and the city collaborate to ensure its success?
**Part 3: Building Strong Partnerships for Mutual Benefit**
* **Professor Jautze**, you mentioned strengthening cooperation with regional companies and the district. Can you share concrete examples of how this collaboration will materialize and what benefits it could bring to both the students and the local industry?
* **Mayor Stahl**, how do you envision this partnership ultimately impacting the economic vibrancy and job market of Tirschenreuth? What are your aspirations for the future of this collaboration?
* We’ve seen a strong commitment to education from both the city and the university. What message would you like to convey to young people considering a future in Tirschenreuth, both in terms of educational opportunities and career prospects?
**Closing**
Thank you both for sharing your insightful perspectives on this promising partnership. The emphasis on adaptability, collaboration, and student success is truly inspiring, and we look forward to witnessing the positive impact this collaboration will have on Tirschenreuth and its residents.
