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Higher Education Budget Cuts: Universities Concerned About Baden-Württemberg's Future Viability

Budget negotiations are underway in Baden-Württemberg, including critical components of future financing for universities. The negotiations cover the key financial plans for the period between 2026 and 2030. These changes may compel universities to implement drastic budget cuts, which could ...

Mehrere Personen stehen in einem Raum. Einige klatschen in die Hände.

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Recap of the ENGAGE.EU Annual Conference 2024

The fourth annual conference of the alliance brought together representatives from all partner universities to celebrate the fifth anniversary of ENGAGE.EU. The event was full of inspiring discussions about the Alliance's future activities, as well as valuable networking opportunities.

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Mannheim Scholars React to US Election

Five Mannheim professors from different disciplines take a stand on Donald Trump's election win.

Gemalte Personen stehen Hand in Hand nebeneinander. Eine große Hand ist rechts von ihnen zu sehen.

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Care Week: Support for Relatives at the University of Mannheim

Reconciling care work and studies or work is still a challenge that often remains hidden. With the “Care Week” from 11 to 15 November 2024, the University of Mannheim offers valuable information, opportunities for exchange, and practical support for all those who care for relatives in need of care ...

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

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GBP Monitor: German Companies Skeptical about the Bureaucracy Reduction Act – Most Companies Do Not Expect Any Noticeable Relief

The federal government wants to ease the burden on the German economy with numerous new laws. According to the latest results of the German Business Panel (GBP), however, companies in Germany are cautious about the effects of the Fourth Bureaucracy Reduction Act (Viertes Bürokratieentlastungsgesetz ...

U.S. Election Night

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US Election Night

The University of Mannheim, along with Alte Feuerwache, is set to host a pair of events on the US election on the evening of 5 November and the next day, 6 November. The event will feature engaging conversations, a science slam, a pub quiz, and live updates from Berlin and the US. The event is free ...

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Café EO Reopened

After four years of construction, Café EO reopened on 14 October

Aufgeklappter Laptop und eine Person, die darauf schreibt, vermutlich eine Frau. Man sieht nur die Hände.

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“Taking the Pulse of the Country:” Anti-Semitic, Anti-Zionist and Pro-Palestinian Attitudes in Germany

In the latest installment of the series “Taking the Pulse of the Country,” Mannheim professors Dr. Marc Helbling and Dr. Richard Traunmüller investigate the connections between longstanding anti-Semitic sentiments, anti-Zionist beliefs, and pro-Palestinian attitudes across various age groups, ...

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Sustainability award from the Mannheim Business development

The Department of Economic and Structural Development will award 500 euros to one Bachelor's and one Master's or admission thesis that deals with the topic of sustainability. The submission deadline is 15 November 2024.

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The Health and Social Consequences of Obesity Depend on Where You Live

Obesity can have serious social, socio-economic and health consequences. A new study shows that the problems are less serious for people who live in areas where obesity is common.