News on Sustainability

Das Mannheimer Schloss im Frühling, im Vordergrund blühende Bäume

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Professorinnenprogramm 2030: University Supports Women in Academia

The University of Mannheim’s equal opportunity strategy convinced in the first round of the Professorinnenprogramm 2030.

Graphic of Schloss Mannheim, composed of many colorful, differently colored building blocks.

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Diversity at the University of Mannheim: New Website Bundles Diversity Offers

Since December 2021, the University of Mannheim has been taking part in the diversity audit process “Vielfalt gestalten” (shaping diversity) offered by the Stifterverband. Its aim is to make the university a place where we actively oppose discrimination and stand up for diversity.

University of Mannheim Supports #Zusammenland – Vielfalt macht uns stark” Campaign

The University of Mannheim participates in the #ZUSAMMENLAND – Vielfalt macht uns stark” (Diversity makes us strong) campaign, which was initiated by the news outlets DIE ZEIT, Handelsblatt, Süddeutsche Zeitung, Tagesspiegel, WirtschaftsWoche, and Ströer. Together with around 500 companies, higher ...

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Generous Donation for Students of the University of Mannheim

As of the fall semester 2024, the E.W. Kuhlmann-Stiftung will increase the amount they are funding and will award 15 Deutschland Scholarships.

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The Higher the Level of Corporate Social Responsibility, the More Ethical the Private Behavior of Employees

When companies become more involved in social and environmental issues, this also has a positive effect on the moral behavior of their employees outside of work. This is the finding of a new study conducted by researchers of the Business School of the University of Mannheim.

GPT Bunte, ausgeschnittene Figuren aus Papier stehen dicht nebeneinander auf einem weißen Hintergrund.

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University of Mannheim: Standing up for Democracy and the Rule of Law

Statement from 25 January 2024

Der Westflügel des Mannheimer Barockschlosses bei Sonnenschein.

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University of Mannheim Defines Strategy until 2028

The University of Mannheim has adopted a new strategic plan. In the strategy paper, the university sets out precise goals for the period up to 2028 in the areas of research, teaching, internationalization, equal opportunity and diversity, sustainability, transfer, and administration.

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 in January: Sustainable Companies Are Not More Honest than Others When It Comes to Financial Reporting

Since this year, many companies are obliged to publish their key sustainability figures in the same way they publish their financial information. How do companies deal with the non-financial ESG figures which include environmental and social aspects as well as governance?

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Studium Generale: Language courses at reduced prices for ENGAGE.EU languages

The program for the Studium Generale in the spring semester is online. On the occasion of the continued funding of ENGAGE.EU, the University of Mannheim has the opportunity to offer its students selected European languages for a reduced price of 15 euros. Registration starts on 5 February.

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Sustainability Award of the City of Mannheim

The Department of Economic and Structural Development will award one bachelor's and one master's or admission thesis that adresses the topic of sustainability with 500 euros each. Apply for the Sustainability Award of the City of Mannheim by 30 November 2023!

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