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Blick in den vollbesetzten Rittersaal. Auf der Bühne ist eine Präsentation zu sehen und der Rektor am Rednerpult.

Credit: Alexander Münch

Universitätstag 2026: University Developments, Honorary Awards, and Insights into Research

On 20 May, approximately 180 invited guests from industry, academia, and the local community celebrated the University of Mannheim’s Universitätstag in the Rittersaal of the Schloss. The event not only honored exceptional contributions to the university but also provided an outlook on its strategic ...

Drei Personen lächeln in die Kamera. Sie stehen nebeneinander. Zwei zeigen eine Urkunde.

Credit: Alexander Münch

Teaching Awards of the University

Dr. Julia Görtz and Prof. Dr. Valentin Lang have received this years’ university's teaching award for outstanding teaching. The award ceremony took place at the Universitätstag on 20 May.

Credit: Anna Logue

ENGAGE.EU supports international research projects

The ENGAGE.EU Research Label promotes bottom-up research collaborations within the Alliance. The application deadline is June 18.

Porträt von Zubair, der vor einem Teil des Schlosses steht und in die Kamera schaut. Er trägt eine schwarze Kappe und einen schwarzen Hoodie. Im Hintergrund ist ein blühender Magnolienzweig zu sehen.

Credit: Joseline Weinberg

New myUniMA story Published

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

Porträt von Professor Krause, der vor einer Glaswand steht, ein lilafarbenes Hemd trägt und in die Kamera schaut.

Credit: Kim Formosa

Matthias Krause Elected Vice President

At its meeting on 6 May, the Senate of the University of Mannheim unanimously elected Prof. Dr. Matthias Krause as Vice‑President for Digitalization, Equal Opportunity, and Diversity on the proposal of President Prof. Thomas Fetzer.

Credit: Anna Logue

ENGAGE.EU Expedition in Mannheim: Culture & the City

Title: Culture & the City: Exploring how culture-driven innovation can transform cities, empower local communities & neighbourhoods, create value. Application Deadline: 1 June 2026

Fahne und Baum vor dem Schloss

Credit: Elisa Berdica

University of Mannheim Receives EUR 2 Million to Expand Collaborative Research

In a fundraising campaign launched in late 2025, the University of Mannheim has to date raised around EUR 2 million to strengthen collaborative research. Using these funds, the university is specifically expanding structures intended to bring researchers from different fields together and promote ...

Auf der Bühne steht der Universitätschor mit Dirigent, im Vordergrund sieht man das Publikum, das zuhört.

Credit: Katrin Glückler

Semester Concerts and Theatre Performances

Student organizations from the cultural sector are inviting you to their concerts and performances.

Ein Student sitzt in der Mitte eines leeren Hörsaals und liest im FORUM 1/2026.

Credit: Alexander Münch

New Edition: University Magazine FORUM 1/2026 Published

The magazine with the focus “Taking the Chair: Women Professors at Mannheim” is now available on campus and can also be read online.

Portrait von Alexandra Niessen-Ruenzi. Sie trägt eine weiße Bluse und einen schwarzen Blazer und steht lächelnd vor dem Schloss.

Credit: Anna Logue

Prof. Dr. Alexandra Niessen-Ruenzi Appointed to the Scientific Advisory Board at the Federal Ministry of Finance

Since 13 April 2026, Prof. Dr. Alexandra Niessen-Ruenzi has been a member of the Scientific Advisory Board at the German Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF). The appointment was made by Federal Minister of Finance Lars Klingbeil, Member of the German Bundestag.