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Grafik zur Ankündigung der Study Abroad Fair

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Study Abroad Fair

On 18 September in the Ehrenhof and Mensavorplatz. Various accompanying information events will take place starting on 12 September.

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Celebrating.Research.Together.

On 6 September, numerous visitors celebrated the start of the new semester with this year's Uni-Fest.

Eine Frau mit langen, lockigen Haaren steht zwischen drei Figuren im Mannheimer Antikensaal. Die hält die Ausgabe 2/2025 des FORUM in der Hand und liest darin.

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New Edition: University Magazine FORUM 2/2025 Published

The magazine with the focus “Front and Center: Democracy Research at the University of Mannheim” is now available on campus and can also be read online.

Portraitfoto von Dr. Constantin Wurthmann. Er trägt ein weißes Hemd und ein schwarzes Sakko.

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Major EU Grant for Research into the Political Identity of LGBTQ* People in Europe

Political scientist Dr. Constantin Wurthmann from the Mannheim Centre for European Social Research (MZES) of the University of Mannheim has been awarded an ERC Starting Grant in the amount of 1.5 million euros. In his project, he investigates how the identities of sexual and gender minorities ...

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Join the University Orchestra

Do you play a symphonic instrument and have orchestra experience? Then we’d love to hear from you! Auditions will take place on 10 and 13 September.

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Medical Research Often Fails to Meet Actual Needs

A new study involving researchers from the University of Mannheim shows that diseases such as diabetes and addiction are on the rise worldwide, but research into them is lagging behind and is only taking place in a few countries.

Eine lilafarbene illustrierte Raketen-Figur fliegt mit einem ausgestrecktem Arm und Ball unter dem anderen Arm durch das Bild. Der Hintergrund ist rot.

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New Webpage: Studying the Healthy Way

Information for students and prospective students, offering support and guidance during the various stages of their studies

Porträt von Vianney. Sie hat dunkle, lange Haare, trägt einen dunklen Pullover und lächelt in die Kamera.

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New myUniMA story Published

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

Eine Gruppe Menschen sitzt und steht nebeneinander. Sie haben alle gute Laune und freuen sich.

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Mannheim University Theater Is Looking for New Members

The Mannheim University Theater (Unitheater) is looking for new actors and staff for the performance in spring 2026.

Uni-Fest at the University of Mannheim on 6 September

On 6 September, the University of Mannheim invites the public to the Uni-Fest – a new format blending science, music, and partying to mark the beginning of the new semester. Under the theme “Celebrate. Research. Together.”, guests can expect a diverse program featuring scientific talks and ...