Welcome to the 2025 Doctoral Student Cohort!

Bild: Sophia Sonja Guthier
Orientation day is here in Mannheim!
Today we warmly welcome our incoming cohort of doctoral students as they arrive for orientations. This marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter as researchers at the GESS, University of Mannheim!
After months of preparation, we cannot wait to meet you and help you navigate the start of your academic journey with us.
Get ready to explore the campus, including our iconic Mannheim Baroque Palace or “Schloss”, and connect with your fellow students!
Here’s to a new academic year and an exciting adventure!