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Mitglieder der Bigband mit Instrumenten

Credit: Jula Jacob

The Big Band of the University Is Looking for New Members

For the coming semester, the instruments tenor saxophone, trombone, piano, guitar, drums/percussion and bass are especially in demand. But also interested people who play trumpet or vibraphone as well as singers are welcome to apply, since new vacancies often occur with the beginning of the lecture ...

Studierende sitzen im Seminarraum

Credit: Anna Logue

New Studium Generale Program

The course program for the upcoming spring semester has been published. Starting on 6 February, students of the University of Mannheim as well all those interested from outside the university can register for courses in the fields of language, IT, and communication.

Ein blauer Reisebus fährt über eine Brücke. Im Hintergrund das Meer.

Credit: Daimler Buses

Are Zero-Emission Coaches also Economically Viable?

Researchers at the Mannheim Institute for Sustainable Energy Studies (MISES) at the University of Mannheim are collaborating with Daimler Buses and other partners to de-velop a concept for zero-emission coaches powered by all-electric drive systems.

Credit: Katrin Glückler

Professor Dr. Astrid Lembke Elected as New Central Equal Opportunity Commissioner

Dr. Astrid Lembke, professor of German Studies, takes over from Dr. Jutta Mata, professor of Psychology

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Overly Self-Confident CEOs Avoid Strategic Change in Organizations

A new study from the University of Mannheim’s Business School finds that CEOs with exaggerated self-confidence show a preference for steadiness within organizations.

Door arch with golden decorations, BWL entrance

Credit: Felix Zeiffer

Top rankings for Mannheim business professors

Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. mult Christian Homburg and Senior Professor Dr. Dr. h.c. Martin Weber receive top rankings in WirtschaftsWoche research ranking, lifetime achievement category

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Credit: Katrin Glückler

University of Mannheim Bids Farewell to Executive Vice President Barbara Windscheid

On 15 December 2022, Executive Vice President Barbara Windscheid celebrated her official retirement in the Aula of the University of Mannheim. After six years as Executive Vice President of the University of Mannheim, Windscheid will retire on 31 December.