Orientation Events
The orientation events of the university are not only helpful for finding your way around the campus. They also are a good opportunity to get to know new people.
The lecture period in the fall semester starts on 7 September 2026.
Most of the orientation events take place in the week before. Even if you are not yet enrolled, you can participate in the events for first-year students.
Did you miss an orientation event?
If you’ve missed an orientation event, you can use the video and sound recordings, if applicable. During the first weeks, many contact persons also offer special consultation hours and you can also contact your Program Manager and your Departmental Student Committee.
General orientation and welcome events
Get to know the university, the student representatives and your contact persons in the central services of the university.
General orientation events for first-year-students
1 September
8 a.m. -15:35 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 name time place A-G Part 1: 8–9:30 a.m.
Part 2: 2:30–15:35 p.m.
Schloss Ost
room SO 108
H-S Part 1: 8:30–10 a.m.
Part 2: 2:30–15:35 p.m.
A3, 8
room 001
T-Z Part 1: 9–10:30 a.m.
Part 2: 2:30–15:35 p.m.
Schloss Ost
Aula
Program (PDF, 4 MB)(in German) 1 September
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Initiativen- und Fachschaftsmarkt Presentation of the student initiatives and departmental student committees at the University of Mannheim Ehrenhof 12 September
3:30 p.m.
Uni-Fest On 12 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 “Science for everyone”, 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. 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
31 August – 3 September, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
and
7 September, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Information desk for first-year students We are happy to answer all your questions about starting your studies in Mannheim. Express-counter L1,1 2 September 1–2 p.m. UNIT-FAQ for first-year students Ask all your questions around the IT infrastructure at the University of Mannheim. ZOOM 3 September 10–11 a.m. UNIT-FAQ for first-year students Ask all your questions around the IT infrastructure at the University of Mannheim. ZOOM 4 September 1–2 p.m. UNIT-FAQ for first-year students Ask all your questions around the IT infrastructure at the University of Mannheim. ZOOM
Orientation events for your program
You will receive information on the structure of your program, on setting up your course schedule and finding your way around campus and your school.
You will find the orientation events for the minors below your program.
Department of Law
Einführungsveranstaltungen Jura
Currently no events available.Further information and events can be found on the website of the Department of Law and in the first-year students section of Portal².
Department of Economics
Currently no events available.Further information and events can be found on the website of the Department of Economics and in the first-year students section of Portal².
Business School
Currently no events available.You can find further information and events on the websites of the Business School (Go to “Programs" -> “Information for first-year students”) and in the first-year students section of the student portal (Portal²).
School of Social Sciences
Currently no events available.You can find further information and events on the websites of the School of Social Sciences and the first-year students section of the student portal (Portal²).
School of Business Informatics and Mathematics
Einführungsveranstaltungen Wirtschaftsinformatik und -mathematik
Currently no events available.You can find further information and events on the websites of the Departmental Student Committee, the website of your program and the first-year students section of the student portal (Portal²).
School of Humanities
Further information and events can be found on the website of the School of Humanities and in the first-year students section of Portal².
Teacher Education
Currently no events available.Further information and events can be found in the first-year students section of Portal².