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What's for dinner today? The cafeteria is always there

With the Cafeteria module, students can access menus, opening hours, and locations directly via the app. The content is available on mobile devices, can be filtered by diet, and can be individually displayed for multiple cafeterias.

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The Mensa module displays daily menus, opening hours, and information from several cafeterias and canteens directly in the app. Dishes can be filtered by vegan or vegetarian. A home screen widget and a watch version are also available. The data is loaded via web scraping or—with supporting student services—integrated in real time via an interface.

Module: Cafeteria

Features and technical implementation in detail

Students want to know what's available in the cafeteria today – quickly, easily, and anywhere. The cafeteria function allows you to access menus, opening hours, and locations of cafeterias and canteens directly via the app. Dishes are clearly displayed and can be filtered by vegetarian and vegan options.

Multiple facilities can be displayed simultaneously, such as the main cafeteria, secondary cafeteria, or cafeteria. Users can easily switch between locations and see what's on offer where. A particularly practical feature: The information is also available via a widget on the home screen or via a smartwatch – without having to open the app.

The technical data comes either from publicly accessible websites or, in collaboration with student unions, directly via a tl1 interface. The tl1 connection even allows for real-time information – for example, when dishes are sold out. By default, web scraping is performed server-side to avoid data load on end devices.

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The core modules for your digital campus

Grades, cafeteria, emails – all essential campus services in one secure, accessible and expandable app.

The newsfeed is the central homepage of the campus app and ensures that universities reliably deliver important information to students and staff. Whether deadlines, exam schedules, event notices or internal updates – all content is centrally managed and delivered directly to users’ smartphones. Universities can address different target groups and use push notifications to ensure that relevant information is available exactly when needed. The newsfeed reduces communication barriers, relieves traditional channels like email and bulletin boards, and actively supports universities in digitally transforming their internal communication.

Newsfeed

News, events, and announcements from the university directly in the app. Quick, up-to-date, and displayed on the home screen.
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The "Grades" module presents all past and current exam results in a clear format. Grades can be displayed either as a list or as statistics. An additional planning mode allows students to calculate their individual grade average. The data is automatically imported from the university's existing systems and displayed up-to-date within the app.

Grades

All exam results presented in a compact and visual format. The planning mode shows how new grades will affect the overall result.
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The "Cafeteria" module displays the university’s current meal plan directly in the app. Students and staff can check available dishes, ingredients, and prices on a daily basis. The data is automatically imported from the cafeteria system and presented in a clear format. Multiple locations and different menu lines can be integrated optionally.

Cafeteria

Check out meal plans and cafeteria hours on your phone. You can filter dishes by vegan or vegetarian.
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The "Library" module provides direct access to the university’s library system within the app. Students can search for media, check availability, and view their current loans, renewals, and due dates. Data is automatically retrieved from the university's library system. Optionally, the location of individual items in the library can also be displayed.

Library

View and extend loan and return periods at any time. An overview of the most important library functions.
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The "Mail" module allows students to access their official university email address directly within the app. Login is handled using existing credentials, and messages are automatically synchronized with the university’s mail server. New emails, folders, and inbox content are displayed in a mobile-friendly interface. Push notifications for new messages can be enabled optionally.

Mail

Receive, read, and send university emails. Push notifications provide reliable information about new messages.
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The "Timetable" module shows each student’s personal class schedule directly in the app. Data is automatically imported from the university’s system and updated daily. Individual events, times, rooms, and course titles are displayed clearly. Any changes to the timetable are synchronized automatically. Optional calendar views (e.g. day, week, list) can be enabled.

Calendar

Automatically add lectures and appointments to your calendar. All entries remain clear and always up to date.
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The "To Do’s" module provides a clear overview of all open academic tasks. Students can check off completed activities directly in the app. Push notifications are sent to remind them of upcoming deadlines. Tasks are presented in a structured list and can be completed step by step. Optionally, the module can be linked to deadline data from various university systems.

To Do's

Easily manage open tasks and keep track of deadlines. Reminders help you ensure that you don't miss anything important.
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The "Links" module allows universities to centrally provide access to important websites and portals within the app. All essential links for everyday university life are easily accessible on mobile devices. Using role-based views, different link collections can be shown to students, faculty, or staff. Students can also add their own custom links and reorder them individually. Custom links are stored locally on each user’s device.

Links

Central links for studies and administration available in one place. Individually visible and customizable depending on role.
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The "E-Learning" module integrates existing learning management systems (e.g. Moodle, ILIAS, Stud.IP) directly into the app. Students gain mobile access to course materials, assignments, messages, and deadlines from their university’s e-learning system. Content is imported from the university’s platform and displayed within the app. Login is handled via existing university credentials. Optionally, direct links to specific courses or sections can be provided.

E-Learning

Students access their university's learning platform on the go. After logging in, all content is available directly in the in-app browser.
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The "Career Portal" module offers students access to current job postings, filtered by field of study. It includes internships, student jobs, and entry-level positions. Students can follow specific companies and receive notifications about new job openings. Well-known employers such as Lidl, Daimler, and R+V Versicherungen are already integrated into the app. Universities can also use the portal to publish internal job opportunities. All listings are available directly in the app and updated regularly.

Career

Suitable job offers for students directly in the app. Jobs, internships, and working student positions filtered by field of study.
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The role selection feature allows universities to distinguish between different user groups within the app, such as students, staff, or guests. Based on the selected role, individual modules can be activated or deactivated, and specific content can be displayed accordingly. For example, links or newsfeed items can be tailored to certain roles. Role assignment is done directly in the app and supports a structured and flexible way to address diverse university audiences.

Role selection

Customized content for students, employees, or guests. Modules and posts are displayed in a targeted manner according to role.
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