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Portraitfoto von Pooja Rani. Sie trägt ein gelbes Oberteil und lächelt vor einem blauen Hintergrund in die Kamera.

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Software Design For More Sustainability

As part of the Wübben Foundation for Science's Appointment Accelerator funding program, Dr. Pooja Rani will take up a professorship in computer science at the University of Mannheim in the summer semester of 2026.

Studentin sitzt auf einem Sitzkissen vor einem Fenster

Credit: Joseline Weinberg

New myUniMA story Published

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

Mehrere Personen sitzen auf Stühlen und schauen auf eine Bühne, auf der Sabrina Scherbarth, ehrenamtliche Geschäftsführerin der Stiftung Universität Mannheim, eine Rede hält.

Credit: Alexander Münch

20th Anniversary of the University of Mannheim Foundation

The University of Mannheim Foundation has been supporting promising projects in research and teaching at the university for 20 years. The anniversary event took place on 30 September in the Rittersaal and the Gartensaal of Schloss Mannheim.

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ENGAGE.EU Female Entrepreneurship Roundtable

On 30 October, the University of Mannheim and NEXT Mannheim are hosting an inspiring afternoon dedicated to female entrepreneurship, innovation and social impact. Female and non-binary students can strengthen their entrepreneurial skills in interactive workshops, panel discussions and networking ...

Studentin sitzt verzweifelt über einem Buch am Schreibtisch mit Laptop.

Credit: Anna Logue

Boost Your Mental Resilience – with the ENGAGE.EU Staff Academy

Attend online workshops at our ENGAGE.EU partner universities and improve your professional skills. We also offer a series of seminars on Mental Health Management at the Studium Generale.

Lächelnde Frau in weißem Pullover sitzt entspannt in blauem Spenderstuhl, während eine Ärztin mit rotem Kreuz-Symbol im Hintergrund die Blutspende betreut.

Credit: DRK Blutspendedienst West

Blood Donation at the Schloss: Ten Minutes That Can Save Lives

The Student Committee at the University (AStA) and the Department of Safety and Security jointly call on members of the university community to participate in the upcoming blood donation drive organized by the German Red Cross (DRK). On 2 October, staff members and students will have the opportunity ...

Studentin läuft durch eine Straße in Mannheim

Credit: Anna Logue

Student Survey of the City of Mannheim

At regular intervals, the Department of Economic and Structural Support of the City of Mannheim conducts a survey of all students in the city and asks them to participate. The survey covers topics such as housing, choosing a study program, and the general image of the city. How attractive is ...

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Extreme Weather Events in Summer 2025: Europe Faces Long-Term Losses of 126 Billion Euros

Heat waves, droughts, and floods affected around a quarter of EU regions in the summer of 2025. A new extended study by Dr. Sehrish Usman from the University of Mannheim and economists from the European Central Bank shows: The economic consequences are considerable – with estimated losses of 43 ...

Hans-Peter Wild trägt ein hellblaues Sakko und ein weißes Hemd.

Credit: Christian Borth

University of Mannheim Names Renowned Seminar Series after Dr. Hans-Peter Wild

The University of Mannheim honors the entrepreneur and supporter Dr. Hans-Peter Wild: The renowned “Marketing Research Series” seminar series will be continued under the name “Dr. Wild Marketing Research Series”.

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.