Das Mannheimer Barockschloss und der Ehrenhof unter blauem Himmel.

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Studierende sitzen im Seminarraum
New Studium Generale Program
The course program for the upcoming spring semester has been published. Starting on 2 February, students of the University of Mannheim as well as all those interested from outside the university can register for courses in the fields of language, IT, and communication.
Ein Kind kippt Sand aus einem Spielzeug-Laster.
More Pressure, Fewer Children: How Competition Between Parents Is Lowering the Birth Rate
A new study by Mannheim economist Michèle Tertilt and colleagues shows: social comparison between parents and competition for the best education for their children result in families planning or having fewer children.
Zwei Personen umarmen sich. Eine Person steht mit dem Rücken zur Kamera, die andere Person lächelt.
Compassion Makes People Happy
A new study by psychologists at the University of Mannheim shows: people who treat others with compassion also benefit themselves—psychologically, socially, and emotionally. The findings of this meta-study are based on an analysis of more than 40 studies and have now been published in Scientific ...
Porträt von Thuy Nguyen. Sie steht vor einem braunen Hintergrund, trägt ein schwarzes Jackett und lächelt in die Kamera.
New myUniMA story Published
Every month, students report on their experiences at the University of Mannheim.
In einem Flur hängen Bilder an der Wand.
New Exhibition: “Spitzenklasse – im Studium und Spitzensport 3.0”
The exhibition “Spitzenklasse – im Studium und Spitzensport 3.0” has been on display on the first floor of Ehrenhof Ost since 22 October 2025.
Vier Personen sitzen auf einer Treppe
Celebrating 15 Years of the Welcome Center
Since 2010, the University of Mannheim’s Welcome Center has helped international researchers settle in, quickly establishing itself as their first point of contact.
Zwei Stundentinnen sitzen vor einem Hörsaal und betrachten gemeinsam etwas auf einem Tablet.
Free M365 license for students
Changes to M365 licenses for students in December.

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