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Die Bühne auf dem Ehrenhof vor dem Schloss Mittelbau ist in blaues Licht getaucht. Drei Musiker der Band Kabinett stehen auf der Bühne, im Vordergrund ist ein Teil des Publikums zu sehen.

Credit: Martin Pötter

Visitors Enjoy this Year’s Schlossfest

Grafik zur Kinder-Uni mit bunten Sprechblasen.

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Kids' University in the Fall Semester

Is university just for grown-ups? It's different at Kids' University! From 16 to 27 September, registration for the Kid's University at the University of Mannheim is open.

Studentin sitzt auf einer Bank auf dem Ehrenhof und liest in der aktuellen Ausgabe des FORUM-Magazins

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New Issue of the University Magazine FORUM

The magazine, which focuses on " Driven To Make a Difference: Student Engagement at the University of Mannheim”, is now available on campus and can also be read online.

Die Projektleiter des MetaFin-Projekts stehen zusammen mit dem Rektor der Universität, dem Staatssekretär, dem Leiter des ZEW und dem Dekan der BWL-Fakultät im Senatssaal und präsentieren den Förderbescheid.

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A New Approach to Financial Education: How the “MetaFin” Project Aims to Advance Financial Education Research

“MetaFin” is the title of the new five-year collaborative project of the Mannheim Insti-tute for Financial Education (University of Mannheim and Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research) and the Institute for Economic Education (University of Oldenburg) which aims to make lasting changes in the ...

Online lecture series “Data Science in Action” from September 2024

In the interdisciplinary and international lecture series, eleven renowned scientists will give 45-minute lectures to provide insights into the latest developments and the diverse areas of application of data science. This will be followed by a discussion with the participants.

Menschen sitzen in einem Vortragssaal und hören einem Vortrag zu, der auf eine große Leinwand projiziert wird. Eine Person steht vorne und spricht.

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Start of the Guest Student Program: Welcome Event and Specialist Lecture

On Thursday, 29 August, at 11:15 a.m., a welcome event for the Guest Student Program of the University of Mannheim will take place in lecture hall SN 163 (Mannheim Schloss). The event is aimed at anyone who is already participating in the program or would like to learn more about it. No registration ...

Eine Hand hält einen Papierflieger vor der Kulisse des Mannheimer Schlosses im Hintergrund.

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Think Tank on Cultural Change: White Paper Published

Digital transformation is reshaping our working environment, presenting new challenges for universities. The latest White Paper from Think Tank 09 by bwUni.digital offers insights on how to manage this cultural shift effectively. It provides actionable recommendations for university leadership and ...

Vier Menschen, darunter eine Frau mit einem weißblau gestreiftem Oberteil, legen ihre Hände in der Mitte übereinander

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“Taking the Pulse of the Country:” Examining Germany’s Dignity Gap in Politics, Society, and at Work

In their first policy brief “Taking the Pulse of the Country,” University of Mannheim professors Dr. Oliver Spalt and Dr. Richard Traunmüller set out to examine the level of approval and respect people in Germany experience from politicians, within society, and at work. The political realm reveals ...

Eine große Gruppe Menschen sitzt und steht vor einer schwarzen Wand. Sie lachen.

Credit: Frederic Hemler

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 2025

In einem Wald stehen durcheinander viele Grabsteine mit hebräischer Aufschrift

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Exploring Jewish Life in the Odenwald Region

The small town of Bödigheim in the municipality of Buchen is home to one of the largest Jewish cemeteries in the German Southwest. Most residents have no idea it exists. University of Mannheim student Philipp Meder is on a quest to uncover the intricate history of this historically significant site.