Esther Drexler

Hochschulprofessorin Esther Drexler is affiliated with the University College of Teacher Education Vienna (PH Wien), where she leads the Center for Internationalization (Z:INT). She holds a Magistra in Psychology (University of Vienna), a Magistra in Health Sciences (UMIT Hall), and a Bachelor of Education (PH Wien). Her roles include coordinating international programs, managing Erasmus+ initiatives, and organizing events like the SprachencaPHé language café. Research focuses on international education, health promotion in academia, and pedagogical innovation.

Education highlights include a 2000 teaching diploma from the Vienna Pedagogical Academy and extensive certifications in fitness training, language instruction, and theater pedagogy. She has led international projects in Ukraine, Croatia, Spain, and beyond, emphasizing cross-cultural exchange and teacher well-being.

Her research explores workplace health strategies during crises (e.g., pandemic-related remote wellness programs) and inclusive internationalization through language cafés and mobility programs. She actively contributes to conferences on education, health, and intercultural communication, advocating for sustainable pedagogy and multilingual university environments.

Advisory roles include mentoring student teachers and coordinating international student support. She pioneered initiatives like the PHit Bodywork wellness program and the SprachencaPHé, fostering community among students, staff, and faculty through multilingual dialogue and physical activity.