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Cleanup-Teilnehmer Steffen Hoffmann lächelt in die Kamera

Credit: Joseline Weinberg

Campus Cleanup: 50 Volunteers Take Part

This year, 50 volunteers helped clear the campus of months' worth of litter during the annual cleanup campaign. The event on 16 September was fully booked weeks in advance.

Frontale Persepktive des Schlosses Mannheim

Credit: Anna Logue

Shanghai Ranking 2026: The University of Mannheim Achieves Excellent Results in the Economic and Social Sciences

The University of Mannheim has once again performed very well in the latest ‘Global Ranking of Academic Subjects’ (GRAS) by the Shanghai Ranking. In a total of nine subjects, the University of Mannheim ranks amongst the top ten universities in Germany.

An einer grünen Wand hängen mehrere große Grafiken mit Infotext.

Credit: Alexander Münch

Five New Exhibitions at the University

With no fewer than five new exhibitions, the University of Mannheim is expanding its cultural program at the Schloss. The exhibitions explore socially relevant topics as well as regional art history and student creativity and achievement.

Blick von hinten auf das Bargespräch, bei dem zwei Personen mit einer Moderatorin sprechen. Im Vordergrund ist das Publikum zu sehen. Das Licht ist stimmungsvoll violett.

Credit: Antoine de Padou Izere Shima

Around 2,000 visitors celebrated the start of the new semester at this year’s Uni-Fest on Saturday, 12 September. With a varied program featuring science, art, music, sport, history, information and a party, there was something for everyone, young and old alike.

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 1 October, staff members and students will have the opportunity ...

Studierende essen gemeinsam Eis.

Credit: Anna Logue

The Social Dimension of Eating Behavior

In a recent review article, health psychologist Prof. Dr. Jutta Mata challenges existing research that predominantly views eating behavior as an individual activity. She argues that, in future, meals should be studied within their social context and that measures to promote healthier eating should ...

Außenansicht des Mannheimer Schloss. Davor Bäume auf einer Wiese und zwei wehende Universitätsflaggen.

Credit: Katrin Glückler

Have an Idea for More Equal Opportunity? Secure Funding Now!

Through the Funding Program “Equal Opportunity Initiatives,” the Central Equal Opportunity Commissioners of the University of Mannheim support self-initiated projects and measures that contribute to equal opportunity.

Auftritt des Uniorchesters. Notenblätter in Nahaufnahme und Publikum im Hintergrund

Credit: Katarzyna Paruszewska-Hamann

Join the University Orchestra: Auditions are Now Open

The Mannheim University Orchestra is looking for new members. Anyone who plays a symphonic instrument and has orchestral experience is welcome to join.

Portrait von Tina In-Albon. Sie trägt ein lila-blaues Kleid.

Credit: Joseline Weinberg

Study on Online Therapy Services for Adolescents with Anxiety and Depressive Disorders

The German Research Foundation (DFG) is providing approximately 600,000 euros in funding for a study by Mannheim-based psychologist Prof. Dr. Tina In-Albon, which aims to improve psychotherapy services for adolescents.

Eine Frau steht vor einer Wand und trägt ein schwarzes Oberteil.

Credit: Alexander Münch

ERC Starting Grant: How Women Have Shaped Politics – and Their Own Rights

The European Research Council (ERC) has awarded Dr. Keonhi Son, a political scientist at the University of Mannheim, one of its highly coveted Starting Grants. She will receive just under 1.5 million euros to investigate the role that female parliamentarians played in the emergence of women’s social ...