dies facultatis 2026

On Thursday, 15 October 2026, the Catholic Theological Faculty of the University of Vienna will celebrate its dies facultatis.

The special day is dedicated to encounters, scientific exchange and joint celebration. In addition to scientific presentations and the joint Eucharistic celebration, you can expect the presentation of the faculty prizes, the Univie Teaching Award 2026 and the keynote lecture by Hille Haker on the topic of "Recognition and Responsibility - On the Dialectic of Moral Relationships".

Program and Registration

9:00–12:30

Faculty Public Presentations of Habilitation Projects
(45 minutes each)

Dean’s Office Meeting Room
Universitätsring 1, 1010 Vienna

2nd floor – Staircase 8

14:00–15:30

Masterclass

16:00

Eucharistic Celebration

Schottenkirche
Freyung 6, 1010 Vienna

18:00 – Ceremonial Celebration

Grand Ceremonial Hall of the University of Vienna
Universitätsring 1, 1010 Vienna · 1st floor

Opening and Welcome
Alexander Filipović, Dean

Presentation of the Faculty Awards for Outstanding Academic Work in the Academic Year 2025/26
Regina Polak, Director of Studies
Hans-Jürgen Feulner, Deputy Director of Doctoral Studies

Presentation of the univie Teaching Award 2026
Andreas Kowatsch, Vice-Dean for Teaching

Introduction of the Keynote Speaker
Alexander Filipović, Dean

Keynote Lecture

Hille Haker

“Recognition and Responsibility –
On the Dialectics of Moral Relationships”

Followed by:
Reception in the Small Ceremonial Hall

20:30

KTF Alumni Gathering

Please register by October 11