Academic Partnership and Philanthropy: Dr. Raphael Röttinger Supports a Publishing Project of the Department of Strategic Planning

In the spirit of shared academic values and longstanding fruitful cooperation, the international expert and patron Dr. Raphael Röttinger has made a significant noble gesture in support of the research activities of the Department of Strategic Planning. The donation, provided through the "D. A. Tsenov" Foundation, is an expression of his personal commitment to the University and will facilitate the publication of a collective monograph dedicated to the contemporary challenges facing public administration.
The publishing project, scheduled for completion on November 8, 2026, will coincide with the celebrations of the 90th anniversary of the D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics. It will consolidate the expertise of leading representatives of the academic community, while also involving young scholars—doctoral students from the "Organization and Management Outside the Sphere of Material Production (Public Administration)" program. This inclusion underscores a commitment to continuity and support for the next generation of researchers.
Dr. Raphael Röttinger possesses distinguished experience in integrating fundamental scientific research with operational practice within the security and management sectors. His professional contribution unfolds through active academic mentorship and peer review. As an established expert, he provides methodical support for doctoral projects and supervises Master’s and Bachelor’s theses, with a specialized focus on security sciences and administration. This expertise is further complemented by his role as an evaluator for the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK), where he participates in large-scale projects related to crisis management, strategic leadership, and security.
Dr. Röttinger 's international prestige is further solidified by his teaching engagements at authoritative European institutions. As a visiting lecturer at the Danube University Krems (Austria), he leads specialized courses on operational counter-terrorism and leadership in extreme situations, while at Steinbeis University (Germany), he imparts his expertise in leadership theory.
Dr. Röttinger’s methodology is characterized by the skillful combination of theoretical models with the practical analysis of decision-making logic under stress, inter-organizational management, and strategic action in complex environments. His perspective is further enriched by his service as a lay judge (honorary judge)—a role that allows him to examine issues of institutional responsibility and law enforcement through the prisms of ethics and justice.
The multifaceted career of Dr. Röttinger serves as an embodiment of the pursuit to build a sustainable and responsible bridge between science, professional practice, and the public interest.
The Department of Strategic Planning expresses its sincere gratitude to Dr. Raphael Röttinger for the noble gesture and for his consistent commitment to the development of scientific knowledge and the academic community. His support is not only a concrete contribution to the realization of the current publishing project, but also a shining example of responsible academic leadership and philanthropy in the service of the public interest. With confidence and mutual trust, the Department looks forward to future joint initiatives that will continue to build on what has been achieved and strengthen the international scientific partnership.