Das Mannheimer Barockschloss und der Ehrenhof unter blauem Himmel.

Orientation Events Department of Economics

Orientation events organized by the schools and departments
Orientation events organized by students
EventDate/timeLocation
Q&A Session
Tue, 19.08.2025, 17:00 – 18:00ZOOM-Lehre-049; Virtuelles Gebäude
Q&A Session
Sun, 24.08.2025, 17:00 – 18:00ZOOM-Lehre-054; Virtuelles Gebäude
Campusrundgang (Treffpunkt Ehrenhof)
Tue, 26.08.2025, 17:00 – 18:00
Begrüßung Erstsemester-Studierende der Abteilung VWL
Wed, 27.08.2025, 11:00 – 13:00SO 108 Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Ost
Brezelempfang im Foyer in L7, 3–5 vor Raum S031
Wed, 27.08.2025, 13:00 – 15:00
Stundenplangruppen B. Sc. VWL
Wed, 27.08.2025, 15:00 – 16:00S 031 Seminarraum; L 7, 3–5
Stundenplangruppen B. Sc. VWL
Wed, 27.08.2025, 15:00 – 16:00001 Hörsaal; L 7, 3–5
Stundenplangruppen B. Sc. VWL
Wed, 27.08.2025, 15:00 – 16:00P 044 Seminarraum; L 7, 3–5
Stundenplangruppen B. Sc. VWL
Wed, 27.08.2025, 15:00 – 16:00001 Hörsaal; L 9, 1–2
Beifachmarkt B.Sc. VWL
Thu, 28.08.2025, 09:00 – 10:00ZOOM-Lehre-056; Virtuelles Gebäude
Stundenplangruppen B. Sc. VWL
Fri, 29.08.2025, 13:00 – 14:00ZOOM-Lehre-061; Virtuelles Gebäude
Welcome Session for M.Sc. Economics
Mon, 01.09.2025, 08:30 – 10:00001 Hörsaal; L 7, 3–5

Further information and events can be found on the website of the Department of Economics.

  • General orientation events for first-year-students

    26 August

    8:30 a.m. -12:30 a.m.

    General welcome event for first-year-students (in German)

    Welcome of the President's Office and representatives of the constituted student body

    Introduction of Student Services office, Studierendenwerk, University Library, Institute of Sports, University IT, Studium Generale, Career Service, International Office, ENGAGE.EU, Teaching and Learning Center, Absolventum, Agentur für Arbeit.

    The event is held in German.

    last nametimeplace
    A-E8.30 a.m. – 11.30 a.m.

    B6, 23–29

    room A 001

    F-Q9 a.m. – 12 a.m.

    A3, 8

    room 001

    R-Z9.30 a.m. – 12.30 a.m.

    Schloss Ost

    room SO 108

    Recording (PDF, 353 kB)(in German)

    26 August

    1:30–4:00 p.m.

    Initiativen- und FachschaftsmarktPresentation of the student initiatives and departmental student committees at the University of MannheimEhrenhof

    6 September

    8:30 p.m.

    Uni-Fest On 6 September, the University of Mannheim invites the public to the Uni-Fest – a format blending science, music, and partying to mark the beginning of the new semester. Under the theme “Celebrate. Research. Together.”, guests can expect a diverse program featuring scientific talks and presentations, hands-on activities, a party at the Schneckenhof, and culinary delights in the Ostflügel of the Schloss. The President of the University of Mannheim, Prof. Dr. Thomas Fetzer, the mayor of the city of Mannheim, Christian Specht, and the chairpersons of the General Student Committee (AStA) welcome all new students at the beginning of the fall semester.program
  • From students for students: welcome events

    The AStA (Allgemeiner Studierendenausschuss) and the departmental student representatives organize campus tours and a range of social events. Take part to learn more about the university and get in touch with your fellow students. Further information can be found on the websites, in the student portal (Portal²) and under the orientation events for your program.

  • Information desk for first-year students

    25 – 28 August, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

    and

    1 September, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

    Information desk for first-year studentsWe are happy to answer all your questions about starting your studies in Mannheim.Express-counter L1,1 
    27 August, 1–2 p.m.UNIT-FAQ for first-year studentsAsk all your questions around the IT infrastructure at the University of Mannheim.ZOOM
    28 August, 10–11 a.m.UNIT-FAQ for first-year studentsAsk all your questions around the IT infrastructure at the University of Mannheim.ZOOM
    29 August, 1–2 p.m.UNIT-FAQ for first-year studentsAsk all your questions around the IT infrastructure at the University of Mannheim.ZOOM