Ein Bild der Universität Mannheim in einem Pfeil umgeben von weiteren bunten Pfeilen. In der Mtte steht der titel "Start-up Factory - Founding Stories at the University of Mannheim".

Campus Life

Ein Student bestellt etwas an der Theke der EO Bar&Lounge. Weitere Studierende laufen an der Theke vorbei.
Sustainability Meets Tradition: The EO Returns to Campus

After a four-year hiatus, the EO is back—fully renovated and shining in new splendor. Located in the Ehrenhof Ost of Schloss Mannheim, this revamped bistro isn’t just a place to grab a bite—it’s a vibrant meeting spot that will shape campus life for years to come.

Blick von außen in den Führerstand der Straßenbahn, in der ein Mitarbeiter der rnv Marleen Quurk etwas erklärt.
Between Rails and Research

While many students spend their part-time jobs crunching numbers or tutoring, Marleen Quurk has discovered Mannheim from an entirely new perspective. Since the summer of 2024, the 26-year-old has been working as a tram driver alongside her graduate studies in management at the University of Mannheim.

Moritz Jöchl beim Curling.
The Ice Specialist

Talking to Moritz Jöchl, one of the university’s elite sports scholarship holders, might give you a sudden chill. As a competitive curler, he knows exactly what sets curling ice apart from ice hockey or figure skating rinks—making it difficult for athletes in this sport to find proper training conditions in Mannheim. One thing becomes clear right away: curling is a science in itself.

Thomas Gleßner, Sabrina Scherbarth und Christian Haas sitzen auf den neuen Sitzbänken im Schneckenhof.
New Benches for Campus Life

Since late 2024, eleven brand-new benches have been adorning Schneckenhof, the iconic courtyard of the University of Mannheim—thanks to the support of ABSOLVENTUM and VR Bank Rhein-Neckar eG.

Titelbild des Jahreskalenders der Stabsstelle Informationssicherheit. Zu sehen sind zwei Miniatur-Figuren, die Schlüssel vor dem Schloss Mannheim tragen.
Small Figures, Big Message

When it comes to cybersecurity, dry policy reminders often go unnoticed. But the University of Mannheim’s Information Security Team is taking a fresh, creative approach with its awareness campaign, “Little University.” Through playful miniature scenes captured in a stunning photo calendar, the campaign delivers big messages on IT security in an engaging way.

Visualisierung des neuen UNIT-Gebäudes. Vor dem rechteckigen Neubau stehen Bäume auf Grünflächen.
More Than Just Concrete: The New UNIT Building Raises the Bar

A modern new addition in the heart of the city: By 2027, a cutting-edge facility for the University’s IT department (UNIT) will rise at the A5 construction site—sustainable, innovative, and built for the future. But this project is more than just another functional structure. Project managers Matthias Heitz and Burkhard Gronert from the University's Construction Department (Dezernat III) share their insights on the unique qualities and special challenges shaping its construction.