View of community life at Ernst-Abbe-Platz

Community

We embrace diversity
View of community life at Ernst-Abbe-Platz
Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)
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With ten faculties, open educational programmes, initiatives promoting sustainability, as well as music, collections, sports, and strong networks, the University of Jena serves as a vibrant forum for idea, dialogue, and cooperation at the heart of society. Together, we're creating new solutions for tomorrow. Welcome to our community!

Prof. Dr Bärbel Kracke Vice-President for University Community and Engagement

 

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Participation and Exchange

  • Your opinion counts

    What makes our university excellent? What do we need to work on together? Your voice counts in the application for excellence! Take part now.

    Student participation at the University of Jena
    Image: Nicole Nerger
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Community events

  2. Hackathon "Hack the Heritage"

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    • Seminar/workshop

    Hackathon “Hack the Heritage” February 20 and 21, 2026

    • presence
    • public
    • barrier-free
    • Subject to registration

  3. Three Minute Thesis Competition

    19 s.t. ·
    • Cultural event

    In this competition doctoral candidates present their research in three minutes

    • presence
    • public

  4. Quantum Ideas Factory 2026

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    • Seminar/workshop

    The Quantum Ideas Factory 2026 – a scientific hackathon in Jena, Germany, where bright minds turn bold ideas into breakthroughs in quantum science and technology.

    • presence
    • public
    • barrier-free
    • Subject to registration

  6. Open Campus in a student paradise

    9:30 ·
    • Informational event

    The University of Jena welcomes all prospective students with a varied programme on 25 April 2026 in Carl-Zeiß-Straße in Jena.

    • presence
    • public
    • barrier-free
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Knowledge for all

  • OpenFORUM Jena

    In collaboration with the City of Jena and local residents, we are developing new ideas for healthy living in the region. Join us at OpenFORUM Jena (MitmachFORUM Jena).

    Two students talking on UHG-campus
    Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)

  • Lifelong Learning

    Open educational programmes for everyone

    View of the lectern in a crowded lecture hall
    Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)

  • Podcasts

    Listen more, know more – the FSU podcast series

    Person mit Kopfhörern vor hellem Hintergrund
    Image: Jens Meyer (University of Jena)
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Network and cooperations

  • JenaVersum

    External link

    Together for new ideas, projects and visions. JenaVersum is a science and business network located in Jena.

    Panorama Jena
    Image: André Gräf (jenaparadies)
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Community and engagement

  • Student commitment

    Wether through sport, music or sustainability initiatives – students can actively shape a vibrant and inclusive campus life.

    Three students discussing facing each other in a park
    Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)
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Contact

Vice-President for University Community and Engagement

Universitätshauptgebäude
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena

Unit for Network and Cooperation Management

Leutragraben 1
07743 Jena