News of the University of Erfurt

Season's greetings from the Presidium

Dear colleagues, students, and friends of the University of Erfurt,

The campus is becoming noticeably quieter these days as a busy year draws to a close. It has been a year full of challenges – both small and large, for the global community and for…

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Changed opening hours over the public holidays

Some service facilities at the University of Erfurt have changed opening hours over the turn of the year. Please take note of this.

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Introduced: New "SHIFT" research group

The new research group "Social & Human Infrastructures for Future Transitions" (SHIFT) will begin its work at the University of Erfurt at the start of 2026. It brings together experts from the fields of political science, sociology, psychology,…

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German University Championships in Athletics – University of Erfurt takes part!

The German University Championships (DHM) in Athletics will be held in Erfurt for the first time on 14 February 2026. Around 350 top student athletes and guests from all over Germany are expected to attend. The Universitäty Sports Club Erfurt (USV)…

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Science Communication on LinkedIn, Mastodon and Bluesky

As part of its Academic Skills Training, the University of Erfurt is inviting its researchers to the English-language online workshop "Science Communication on LinkedIn, Mastodon and Bluesky" on 29 and 30 January 2026.

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Honorary doctorate from the Ecole Normale Supérieure Lyon for Professor Hartmut Rosa

The Ecole Normale Supérieure Lyon, one of the most prestigious universities in France, will award Professor Hartmut Rosa, Director of the Max-Weber-Kolleg at the University of Erfurt, an honorary doctorate at an international conference entitled…

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Committed instead of powerless – strategies for democratic resilience

Professor Thorsten Thiel (Chair of Democracy Promotion and Digital Policy) and Dr Hannah Vermaßen (Associate at the Chair of Political Theory) are hosting a public panel discussion entitled "Engagiert statt ohnmächtig – Strategien für demokratische…

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Two projects awarded the "Prize for Internationalisation"

The internationalisation of its teaching, research and administration has been a key concern for the University of Erfurt since its foundation, but it is not a ‘sure-fire success’ and requires committed individuals. Against this backdrop, the…

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