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Blick in den Rittersaal. An der Decke hängen Kronleuchter, das Publikum sitzt in Stuhlreihen vor der Bühne und ist von hinten zu sehen. Auf der Bühne steht Professor Fetzer, neben ihm ist eine Leinwand zu sehen.

Credit: Alexander Münch

Universitätstag 2025: Developments, Awards, and Insights into Research

• President Dr. Thomas Fetzer provides insight into current developments • Conferral of the title of honorary senator to Dr. Peter Kurz und Margret Suckale • Teaching awards for Dr. Angelika Kellner and Dr. Nico Halkenhäuser • Ceremonial lecture by Carmela Aprea

Vor dem Ostflügel des Mannheimer Schlosses wurde die Progress Pride Flag gehisst. Sie wird auch erweiterte Regenbogenflagge genannt. Daneben weht die dunkelblaue Fahne der Universität Mannheim.

Credit: Alexander Münch

Diversity Day May 2025: University of Mannheim sets an example for diversity

The 13th German Diversity Day is set to take place on May 27, 2025, as part of a national campaign. Diversity Day was created by Charta der Vielfalt e. V. to emphasize the significance of diversity in the work environment and to promote inclusion, equal opportunities, and increased awareness.

Vier Studierende im Gespräch, eine zeigt den anderen etwas auf einem Tablet.

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University of Mannheim Launches Diversity Climate Survey

The University of Mannheim is committed to fostering an inclusive and appreciative environment where all members—regardless of their personal backgrounds—have equal opportunities. With the university-wide Diversity Climate Survey, the Department of Equal Opportunity and Diversity aims to learn more ...

Bild des Doms zu Speyer, es ist ein sonniger Tag, der Himmel ist blau.

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Sexual abuse in the Diocese of Speyer primarily a structural problem

Dr. Sylvia Schraut, an auxiliary professor and historian at the University of Mannheim, has published the first study on the history of sexual abuse structures in the Diocese of Speyer since 1946. The publication represents a meaningful contribution to the critical analysis of historical events.

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Apply now: ENGAGE.EU Research Label promotes research projects

Seed funding for collaborative research initiatives within the ENGAGE.EU alliance – open to all researchers, including doctoral students. Submit project ideas and establish new partnerships by 31 May!

Portrait von Antonio Ciccone. Er trägt ein hellblaues Hemd und steht lächelnd in einem Gebäude.

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Bad stock market news only? Recent study analyzes coverage of the stock market of the German news outlet heute-journal

Economists Dr. Antonio Ciccone and Felix Rusche of the University of Mannheim investigated whether the media prefer negative reports. The study reveals a significant discrepancy: Reporting on the German Stock Index (DAX) on the daily news show ZDF heute-journal is predominantly negative—despite a ...

Gruppenbild auf einer Treppe.

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U7+: University Leaders from around the World Discuss Approaches to Artificial Intelligence

More than 85 members of the international university alliance U7+ met this week ahead of the G7 summit in Canada / Universities call on G7 governments to involve them in the regulation and further development of artificial intelligence (AI)

Türkisfarbene Mappen liegen auf einem schwarzen Tisch. Die Mappe haben die weiße Aufschrift "SFB/Transregio 266, Accounting for Transparency".

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The Mood Shifts: US Tariffs Dampen Hope of an Upturn

The GBP Monitor shows that affected industries invest less when global trade barriers rise – despite business-friendly coalition plans.

Drei Personen mit Laptops unterhalten sich lachend im Rektoratshof der Universität.

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Diversity Round Table on 19 May: Your Input is Needed!

The round table is an open platform for everyone who wants to actively participate and help shape diversity. What are the issues? What ideas do you have for further promoting diversity at the university? The University of Mannheim wants to tackle challenges and develop new solutions together, be it ...

Eine Studentin steht in einem Uni-Gebäude und lächelt in die Kamera. Sie hat schwarze lange Haare und trägt eine blaue Bluse.

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