University of Bamberg Schedule - June 2025: Detailed rundown of the events planned at the University of Bamberg, spanning from the 23rd to the 29th of June in the year 2025.
Revamped University of Bamberg Lineup for June 2025
Dive into Thought-Provoking Lectures and Engaging Events
Lace up your running shoes, sharpen your mind, and grab a front-row seat for an enlightening month of June at the vibrant Otto-Friedrich-University Bamberg. Here's a rundown of the exciting events on tap this month:
1. Online Lecture: "Am I in the Right Place?" (June 23, 10:00 AM)
Dr. Isabell Lisberg-Haag will share her perspectives on identity, academic journey, and cultural roots as part of the university's Diversity Day events at this online event. Non-academic backgrounds in Germany often face challenges in higher education. Let's discuss ways to break these barriers and foster a more inclusive academic culture. Tune in for free on Zoom at: www.uni-bamberg.de/diversity/diversity-management-and-university-life/diversity-day/diversity-day-2025-public-events/
2. Guest Lecture on the Christian Right in the USA (June 23, 6:15 PM)
Join Prof. Dr. Marcia Pally for an exploration of the US Religious Right. This thought-provoking lecture, to be led in both English and German, will take place at Universitätsgebäude 2 (U2), Auditorium U2/01.33. Want to learn more? Head over to: www.uni-bamberg.de/evtheo/news/articles/prof-dr-marcia-pally-visits-bamberg-u2-0133/
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3. Inaugural Lecture: Christian Zehnder (July 1, 6:15 PM)
Prof. Dr. Christian Zehnder sheds light on the work of Jerzy Stempowski at his inaugural lecture, delving into the essayist's fusion of Bernese and Podolian landscapes to critique the transformations of the 20th century. Want to get involved? Email [email protected] by June 23. For more information, visit: www.uni-bamberg.de/slavlit/news/articles/inaugural-lecture-prof-dr-christian-zehnder/
4. Inaugural Lecture: Susanne Gruß (June 24, 6:15 PM)
Join Prof. Dr. Susanne Gruß as she discusses representations of Anne Bonny and Mary Read in contemporary fiction, questioning the gender roles and sexual identities of these notorious female pirates. This lecture will be held in English. Mark your calendar and join us at Universitätsgebäude 2 (U2), Auditorium U2/00.25.
5. Second Poetics Lecture by Alina Bronsky (June 25, 6:00 PM)
Popular author Alina Bronsky, holder of the esteemed Poetics Professorship in 2025, presents her latest work at a lecture that kicks off her series. Discover the captivating stories she has in store as she explores university life in a humorous vein. Stay tuned for the July 24 research colloquium and the International Artists' House Villa Concordia's support for the lecture series.
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6. Lecture Series: From Tragedy to Coming-of-Age Film (Starting June 26)
In this fascinating lecture series, Dr. Felix Lenz will introduce a variety of films that display the journey of self-discovery, maturity, and confronting one's mistakes. Starting June 26, catch the inaugural lecture titled "EVERY THING WILL BE FINE (2015): Maturation through guilt as a journey through all colors." Don't miss out on these inspiring discussions at Universitätsgebäude 7 (U7), Raum U7/01.05. Learn more and RSVP at: www.uni-bamberg.de/germ-lit-medien/news/artikel/einladung-zur-vortragsreihe-von-der-tragoedie-zum-coming-of-age-film-spielarten-der-kollision-von-ich-und-welt-am-266-37-und-1072025/
7. Bamberg Computer Science Day (June 27, 2:00 PM)
Discover the lively world of Computer Science at the open-door event at the Faculty of Business Informatics and Applied Informatics (WIAI). Your little ones (grades 4-9) can try out workshops on programming, AI, and social media, while upper-grade students can attend trial lectures on computer games, virtual reality, and the mathematics behind AI. Join in on the exciting MINT area activities like the MINT MOBIL and the retro lab. Held at ERBA, An der Weberei 5 (WE5) from 2 PM onwards. Entry is free, but a participation fee of 5 Euro per workshop applies. More details at: www.uni-bamberg.de/wiai/ueber-die-fakultaet/tag-der-offenen-fakultaet/ and www.uni-bamberg.de/bit/
8. Bamberg University Run (June 29, 10:00 AM)
Don't miss your chance to participate in the Bamberg University Run. Racing categories include individual, team, and age groups, with opportunities for students and employees of Bavarian universities and colleges to enter the "Bavarian University Championships 10 km Road Race 2025" as well. Register online until June 26 and show up on June 29, at 10:00 AM, for this extraordinary event that takes place at the inner courtyard of the university campus on the ERBA island. More information and registration can be found at: www.uni-bamberg.de/events/uni-lauf-bamberg/
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- marked June 23, the online lecture "Am I in the Right Place?" addresses identity and academic journey, providing a platform to discuss ways to break barriers and foster an inclusive academic culture, promoting both education-and-self-development and learning.
- Joining Prof. Dr. Marcia Pally's Guest Lecture on the Christian Right in the USA on June 23 will offer insightful learning opportunities, engaging attendees in a thought-provoking discussion about the US Religious Right in both English and German, furthering their understanding of the subject matter.
