What makes a successful university?

Tiona Ehrke Rabel is Professorin of financial law. Photo: Uni Graz/Kanizaj

"The people. Creative people who are curious about the world, who analyse traditional and existing knowledge carefully, so that they can re-examine it critically and test it against the developments of our world, and who have the courage to throw things out when it seems expedient. That makes room for new ideas and ensures innovation can happen. This needs people who thrive on interaction with others and who are ready to take responsibility."

Tina Ehrke-Rabel, Professor of financial law and chairwoman of the senate

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