Dossier commUNIty with UZH News on Respect, Tolerance, Diversity and Inclusion
Community News
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UZH launches independent and confidential External Reporting Office
Reporting irregularities and misconduct at the University of Zurich should be straightforward. That’s why UZH has now set up an independent External Reporting Office.
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How to Switch Off and Recharge
Mental Health Awareness Week takes place at UZH from 5 to 9 October 2026 – a good opportunity to talk to psychologist Valentina Vylobkova about how to unwind.
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“The obvious first response would be to expand public transport”
Thousands of students and staff travel to UZH and between its campuses every day. A new strategy aims to shape this mobility across all UZH campuses.
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Sunflowers Make Invisible Disabilities Visible
Lanyards or wristbands decorated with sunflowers help people with invisible disabilities and chronic illnesses to signal that they may need support.
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“Trust comes first”
UZH is tightening up its rules and guidelines around expense reporting, gifts and conflicts of interest. Interview with Daniel Hug, UZH’s Vice President Finances.
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Zero Tolerance Toward Sexual Harassment
UZH is holding a range of events on 21 April to draw attention to the national Sexual Harassment Awareness Day. UZH Deputy President Gabriele Siegert comments on measures to combat sexual harassment.
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UZH Research Co-Stars in TV Crime Drama
A federally funded research project aims to improve the implementation of assistive computer technologies, such as audio descriptions of TV programs for visually impaired viewers.