Would you like to learn about JupyterHub.nrw and discover how it can be used in teaching and research? Then we cordially invite you to the JupyterHub.nrw Day on November 24, 2026, in Münster. Following a live demo, we’ll offer parallel sessions: one for beginners with no prior experience to try it out, and another for experienced users to discuss technical and pedagogical questions. Participation is free of charge. Register now

We are seeking an AI Platform Engineer (research associate, pay grade E 13 TV-L) to start as soon as possible. The position is part of the cross-state project COSAI – Collaboration on Sovereign and Efficient AI Infrastructure. We are offering a full-time, fixed-term position through August 31, 2029.

We welcome applications by October 2, 2026.

Due to a technical change, the "uni ms" and "eduroam" networks will now be configured using the eduroam Configuration Assistant Tool (CAT). Starting November 2, 2026, access to the university Wi-Fi will only be possible via the new configuration. Please update your devices (laptops, smartphones, tablets) now to ensure uninterrupted Wi-Fi use. Our updated instructions are available to help you with this.

CIT's software training courses are entering a new round with a range of online, Learnweb, classroom, and self-study courses. Students can register for the free courses starting Thursday, 10.09.2026, at 5 pm. The topics covered include office, graphics, and statistics programs, as well as AI and IT security.

From 29 July onwards, accessing the Exchange systems (via Outlook or OWA) from outside the university network will only be possible via VPN with two-factor authentication (OTP). Without these precautions, you can no longer access your inbox on the go or from home. Installing the “Cisco Secure Client” and setting up two-factor authentication in advance are strongly recommended. This mandatory measure is part of the University of Münster's implementation of North Rhine-Westphalia's cybersecurity agreement.

The Information Security Office is currently warning of phishing attacks carried out via the messaging apps WhatsApp and Signal. If you have forwarded security codes or scanned a QR code in a messaging app, you may be at risk.

Another warning concerns the Russian messaging service MAX. This service should not be used due to the potential for access by Russian security authorities.

Further information is available on the Information Security Office’s website