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February 13, 2026
Last update: February 13, 2026

Podcast | Those who know everything: Department administrators spill the beans—between study plans, forms, and drama

Normally, our podcast  Sichtbar Hörbar is only released during the lecture period – always on the first Friday of the month. But February does what it wants: this week there is an exclusive bonus episode!

This episode is all about those people who often work behind the scenes in everyday student life – but who are indispensable for many students and colleagues: our department administrators.

Tanja Loitfelder talks to Milutin Dabetic, Hikari Beck and Andrea Marušincová from the departments of sociology and Human geography.

  • What do department administrators really do—beyond forms and deadlines?
  • Which myths are true (and which are not)?
  • What are the most frequently asked questions?
  • And what tips make studying a little easier for everyone?

This episode offers honest insights, personal stories, and practical advice for students—and for anyone who wants to get to know the department from a different perspective.

As always, the podcast is available on  Spotify,  Apple Podcasts und  Amazon Music.

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Dr. Holger Faby

Paris Lodron University of Salzburg | Dept. of Sociology und Human Geography | Div. of Human Geography

Hellbrunnerstraße 34, A-5020 Salzburg

Tel: 066280445211

Email to Dr. Holger Faby

Photo: © Tanja Loitfelder | Editing: Dept. of Sociology and Human Geography