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Das Uni-Fest findet am 12. September statt.

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Uni-Fest on 12. September

On 12 September, the University of Mannheim invites you to this year's Uni-Fest in the east wing of the palace.

Eine Studentin nimmt ein Buch aus einem Regal voller Bücher.

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Cooperation Agreement Between the University of Mannheim and the Popakademie

Students at the University of Mannheim now have free access to the library of the Popakademie Baden-Württemberg. In return, students at the Popakademie receive free access to the services offered by the University Library. This arrangement is based on a cooperation agreement signed in May by the ...

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Celebrating Innovative Teaching: University of Mannheim Honours ENGAGE.EU Educators

At this year’s “Tag der Lehre” ten faculty members at the University of Mannheim were honored for their commitment to the ENGAGE.EU Signature Courses. Through international collaborations in the field of teaching, they are helping to create innovative learning opportunities for students across ...

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Sustainability Award from the Mannheim Business Development

The Department of Economic and Structural Development will award 500 euros to one Bachelor's and one Master's or admission thesis that deals with the topic of sustainability. The submission deadline is 31 July 2026.

Eine Studentin sitzt an einem Tisch mit einem aufgeklapptenn Laptop und einem Stift in der Hand.

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ENGAGE.EU Online Exchange Initiative: Apply now for Winter Semester

Students can apply for online courses at the ENGAGE.EU partner universities until 30 June 2026.

Portraitfoto von Hossam Abdellatif. Er trägt eine Brille und ein dunkelblaues T-Shirt.

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New myUniMA story Published

Every month, students report on their experiences at the University of Mannheim.

Digitales Profil eines menschlichen Kopfes mit leuchtenden, vernetzten Linien auf dunklem Hintergrund.

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Study Shows How Facebook Users Affected by Data Breaches Reacted

A new study by Mannheim Business Administration professor Hartmut Höhle examines the reactions of actual victims of the Cambridge Analytica scandal at Facebook over a longer period of time. Its key finding is that despite being affected by data fraud, users remain on the platform.

Katrhrine von Graevenitz trägt ein weißes Oberteil und lächelt.

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Prof. Kathrine von Graevenitz, Ph.D., has been elected to the German Data Forum

Effective 1 July 2026, Prof. Kathrine von Graevenitz, Ph.D., will serve on the German Data Forum (RatSWD).

Blick in den vollbesetzten Rittersaal. Auf der Bühne ist eine Präsentation zu sehen und der Rektor am Rednerpult.

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Universitätstag 2026: University Developments, Honorary Awards, and Insights into Research

On 20 May, approximately 180 invited guests from industry, academia, and the local community celebrated the University of Mannheim’s Universitätstag in the Rittersaal of the Schloss. The event not only honored exceptional contributions to the university but also provided an outlook on its strategic ...

Drei Personen lächeln in die Kamera. Sie stehen nebeneinander. Zwei zeigen eine Urkunde.

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Teaching Awards of the University

Dr. Julia Görtz and Prof. Dr. Valentin Lang have received this years’ university's teaching award for outstanding teaching. The award ceremony took place at the Universitätstag on 20 May.