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Das Mannheimer Barockschloss und der Ehrenhof unter blauem Himmel.
Credit: Staatliche Schlösser und Gärten Baden-Württemberg

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ENGAGE.EU for entrepreneurs
ENGAGE.EU offers practical opportunities for entrepreneurs and startups. Apply now!
Eine Frauenhand entnimmt einen Tampon aus einem Spender.
Credit: Alexander Münch und Joseline Weinberg
Menstrual Products on Campus Remain Free
The University of Mannheim will continue to offer free menstrual products for students on campus. This decision follows the positive results of a one-year pilot project.
Eine dunkelblaue Farbfläche mit Unisiegel.
Cyberattack on a Chair's Server
Unknown actors gained unauthorized access to a server belonging to the Chair of Economic and Business Education – Learning, Design & Technology of the University of Mannheim. The chair holder received an email threatening the publication of data stored on the server.
Porträt von Obada Barmou. Er sitzt in einem Hörsaal und schaut nach rechts freundlich in die Kamera. Er hat schwarze kurze Haare und trägt ein kariertes Hemd.
Credit: Joseline Weinberg
New myUniMA story Published
Every month, students report on their experiences at the University of Mannheim.
Cleanup-Teilnehmer Steffen Hoffmann lächelt in die Kamera
Credit: Joseline Weinberg
Campus Cleanup: 50 Volunteers Take Part
This year, 50 volunteers helped clear the campus of months' worth of litter during the annual cleanup campaign. The event on 16 September was fully booked weeks in advance.
Frontale Persepktive des Schlosses Mannheim
Credit: Anna Logue
Shanghai Ranking 2026: The University of Mannheim Achieves Excellent Results in the Economic and Social Sciences
The University of Mannheim has once again performed very well in the latest ‘Global Ranking of Academic Subjects’ (GRAS) by the Shanghai Ranking. In a total of nine subjects, the University of Mannheim ranks amongst the top ten universities in Germany.
An einer grünen Wand hängen mehrere große Grafiken mit Infotext.
Credit: Alexander Münch
Five New Exhibitions at the University
With no fewer than five new exhibitions, the University of Mannheim is expanding its cultural program at the Schloss. The exhibitions explore socially relevant topics as well as regional art history and student creativity and achievement.

Events

28 Sep – 15 Oct 2026
Schloss Ost

Exhibition: HA Schult – Trash People: 30 Years Around the World

Schloss Ost

The internationally renowned performance artist HA Schult is one of the most significant figures in environmental and conceptual art. During the fall semester, he will be exhibiting some of his “Trash People” in the…

07 Oct 2026
2:30 p.m. ‐ 4:00 p.m.
Lecture series
A231 (A5,6)
Dr. Catherine de Vries

How Europe Survives: The Adaptability and Resilience of a Continent in Peril

Lecture series
A231 (A5,6)

Public lecture from Dr. Catherine de Vries (Vice Dean and Professor of Political Science at the School of Politics, Economics and Global Affairs at IE University, Madrid)

13 Oct 2026
5:15 p.m. ‐ 6:45 p.m.
Guest lecture
O 131
Prof. Dr. Jörg Löschke

Warum wir am Guten festhalten. Wertkonservatismus und Handlungsfähigkeit. (Why We Hold On to What Is…

Guest lecture
O 131

Guest lecture by the Department of Philosophy

13 Oct 2026
6:00 p.m.
FUCHS Festsaal (O 138 Schloss Ost)

ABSOLVENTUM Mentoring Day

FUCHS Festsaal (O 138 Schloss Ost)

Information on the mentoring program by ABSOLVENTUM

19 Oct – 22 Oct 2026
Universität Mannheim (ExpLAB und Online)
Dr. Anna Adendorf, Dr. Izadora Silva Pimenta, Viktor Boecking (UB)

Perspectives Matter. Action Week for Diversity, Participation, and Equal Opportunities

Universität Mannheim (ExpLAB und Online)

Different perspectives shape how we conduct research, teach, learn, and work. From 19 to 22 October 2026, the University of Mannheim invites you to its action week for diversity, participation, and equal opportunities. 

19 Oct 2026
4:30 p.m. ‐ 6:00 p.m.
Information event
online

Info Session MMM

Information event
online

Learn more about the Mannheim Master in Management!

19 Oct 2026
5:00 p.m. ‐ 7:00 p.m.
Lecture
online
Dr. Belinda Merkle, Ronja Steinhauser

Essentials of Positive Psychology: Strengthen Your Well-being

Lecture
online

Can well-being be changed? Yes – and sustainably!

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