Podcasts "We are UP"

Marlon Schwarze is a Bachelor student in the B.Sc. Psychology program and ASTA staff member in the Anti-Ableism and Accessibility Department. In this podcast episode, he tells us about both good and bad experiences during his studies, which advantages the pandemic offered him and what changes he would like to bring about in the AStA (Transcript (PDF, 98KB)).

Interview with Toni Teschke (Transcript (PDF, 149KB)). The description will be uploaded shortly.

In this podcast episode, the psychology student N. reports on what it's like to study with cancer at the University of Potsdam. What helps her in everyday life and in her studies? What else would she wish for in terms of accessibility? And what hurdles do (almost) all students face when studying psychology? Erika Herbold spoke to N. about this and more in this episode (Transcript (PDF, 133KB)).

In this episode, Erika talks to Mareike H., a Master's student from Potsdam who is also a mother of two young children. How can the daily routine of studying be managed alongside family responsibilities? Who can provide support? What strategies and assistance measures are taken to make both work together? Can it even work at all? Or is studying with children not a good idea? Tune in and form your own opinion. (Transcript (PDF, 438 KB))

In this episode, Erika talks with Lena, a student at UP who has been navigating her studies with recurrent depressive disorder. They discuss how depression can manifest, how to seek help and rediscover oneself, as well as the support options available at the University of Potsdam in case of illness or disability. (Transcript, (PDF, 465 KB))

Below are links to counseling and discussion services:

Accommodations for Disadvantages

Studying with Health Impairments / Chronic Illness

Consultation on Inclusive Studies - A University for All

All Counseling and Service Facilities at the University of Potsdam

Berlin Crisis Service | Ways out of Crisis

Nightline Potsdam

Berlin Emergency Call | Psychosocial Emergency Numbers

KBS Potsdam - KBS is a project of FAW Potsdam

SEKIZ e.V. Potsdam - SEKIZ e.V.

Services of the "Feel Good Campus," the student health management of the University of Potsdam

Johanna G., a student of rehabilitation psychology, explains in this episode how to successfully find a therapy spot and what to consider. She also clarifies individual rights, highlights the differences between relevant professional titles in the therapy context, and sheds light on the "therapy spot jungle." Often, there is a lot of uncertainty and confusion in the population regarding this matter. For instance, many people do not fully understand the aspect of financing or where to begin when looking for a therapy spot. (Transcript)

Important Links:

• Phone number for the Physicians' Association of Brandenburg and Berlin: 116 117
• Free independent patient advice hotline in Germany: 0800/0117722
• Finding a doctor
• Patient Service
• therapie.de
• Psych-Info - find a suitable therapist in your area
• German-language Society for Psychotraumatology

List of Trauma Clinics in Berlin and Brandenburg:

• Berlin Trauma Clinics
• Trauma Clinics in Brandenburg
• Psychological-Psychotherapeutic University Clinic Potsdam
• Summary of patients’ rights

Judith Tägener is a staff member at the Center for Languages and Key Competences and the Faculty of Arts. In this podcast episode, she tells us about her longstanding collaboration with the Commissioner for Students with Disabilities and the importance of inclusion in the training of new student tutors (Transcript (PDF, 128KB)).

Francis Zinke works in IT support at the Center for Information Technology and Media Management (ZIM) at the University of Potsdam. In this special of the "We are UP" podcast series, the focus is on digital accessibility. In an interview with Francis Zinke, Mirjam Labrenz clarifies crucial questions such as how accessibility and usability of digital formats can be improved, how much work this actually requires, what the state of digital accessibility is at the University of Potsdam, and why digital accessibility is an asset for everyone (Transcript (PDF, 122KB)).

In this episode, Erika talks with Katrin Völker, the representative for people with disabilities at the University of Potsdam. The university's disabled representation is committed to supporting all employees with disabilities as well as chronically ill workers. This includes both advocacy and advising on the fulfillment of the employer's legal obligations. (Transcript (PDF, 551 KB))

UPtransition is a qualification program aimed at increasing diversity and providing career orientation opportunities at the University of Potsdam for students transitioning from a bachelor's degree to a master's degree or into the workforce. Anne Klinnert, the program's coordinator, explains in more detail what this means in this episode. She also discusses who can apply, when to apply, and what opportunities and prospects UPtransition offers to participants. (Transcript)

Important Links:

• UPtransition
• Career Service
• Trainings & seminars of the Career Service

In this episode, we delve into the inception of the leisure-oriented “Stammtisch” and the motivations behind it. Marlon and Amanda provide insights into the event's structure and discuss the activities organized to foster student interaction. Additionally, they explore the measures taken to ensure the “Stammtisch” is accessible, creating an inclusive environment for students with disabilities or chronic illnesses (Transcript (PDF, 334KB)).

In this episode, Marla introduces you to the services of the NightLine Potsdam. Here you can find out with what concerns you can contact the NightLine and how the NightLine works. (Transcript)

You can reach the NightLine Potsdam staff during the instuctional period from Tuesday to Thursday and Sunday from 9 p.m. to midnight, either by phone: 0331 977 1834 or via chat. For more information about the NightLine Potsdam, take a look at their Instagram.

If you are interested in volunteering at the NightLine, you can find out more on their website!