Location: Library & Learning Center
on 01 March 2023 Starting at 18:00 - Ending at 19:30
Academic Freedom
Discussion on discursiveness and academic freedom in politically difficult times.
WU matters. WU talks.
Open-minded by tradition
In 1898, Vienna was one of the largest cities of the world. It was the flourishing metropolis of the Austrian-Hungarian monarchy, and business was booming. But one thing was missing: an educational institution teaching students all things related to international trade. Against this backdrop, the Imperial Export Academy, a forerunner of WU, was founded. The teaching offer at this institution of higher education was based on a groundbreaking new concept: in addition to commerce-related subjects and the study of trade goods, the curriculum also included foreign languages, economics, economic geography, and public and private law. This was truly innovative and raised the bar to a completely new level.
An openness toward the world has been inherent to WU since its foundation. For 125 years, its pioneer achievements have received acclamations. Let us take you on a journey through the history of WU. Meet the people who have left their mark on our university, and get an idea of where WU stands today as well as where it will go in the future.
What Connects Us
We Live and Breathe Internationality and Diversity
Our campus is a meeting place for people from more than 100 countries. Members of the WU community also study, teach, and do research at our 240 partner institutions, where they gather new ideas and insights to further our university in its pursuit of knowledge.
We Live Diversity for the Best Opportunities for Everyone
We all know that diversity and inclusion are the key to a more innovative and future-oriented university. This is why we value and promote diversity among the WU community. We are committed to social fairness and equal opportunities in our society.
We Live and Breathe Responsibility for the Future
Knowledge transfer is important to us. Our innovative research fuels sustainable social, ecological, and economic developments. We prepare our students for jobs that come with a lot of responsibility for companies and society at large and teach them to act with sustainability in mind.
Milestones in the History of WU
On the History of WUInternationality
1898
Mandatory courses in foreign languages
1970
Promotion of studies abroad
1990
Foundation of the International Office at WU
2006
First Austrian university to implement the Bologna architecture
Diversity and Inclusion
1917
First female graduate
1991
Foundation of the Equal Opportunities Committee
2002
Chair for Gender and Diversity in Organizations
2014
Establishment of Gender & Diversity Policy staff unit
Responsibility
2012
Launch of the Commemorative Project for the victims of the Nazi regime at WU
2013
Opening of the accessible and sustainable campus
2015
WU supports refugees
2019
Austria’s first climate-neutral campus
Celebratory News
All news Diversity at WU
Diversity and inclusion are a reality at WU. This is evidenced by a number of initiatives, including a diversity strategy that includes special tutor positions and activities with a broad impact.
Events
All events Location: Library & Learning Center
on 05 June 2023 Starting at 18:00 - Ending at 21:30
Closed to Exclusion - Open to Inclusion
Critical reflection on WU’s handling of the Nazi era.
Location: Campus WU
Starting on 07 June 2023 Ending on 08 June 2022
Open for Diversity
Under the motto "Open for Diversity" we celebrate 125 years of WU and 10 years of campus.
Location: Campus WU
Starting on 03 July 2023 Ending on 23 September 2023
125 Years of WU Exhibition Path
The exhibition in the outdoor area of campus WU shows milestones of WU's history.