The annual retrospective and the Christmas speech by University President Prof. Dr Andreas Marx highlight joint achievements in teaching, research, transfer and campus life in 2025.
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Friedrich Schiller University Jena
The University of Jena supports the »Weltoffenes Thüringen« initiative.
Graphic: werkraum_mediaFriedrich Schiller University Jena is a dynamic and innovation-driven university centrally located in Germany. With a broad range of disciplines, it shapes the future through excellent research and teaching. Its scientific excellence is reflected in its profile "Light. Life. Liberty.", which provides pioneering insights and sustainable solutions for the society of tomorrow. Through close collaborations with leading research institutions, innovative companies, and renowned cultural organizations, it advances interdisciplinary developments. With around 17,000 students and approximately 10,000 employees, it defines Jena as a vibrant, internationally connected city of science and innovation.
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Image: Thomas Franke-Opitz We stand in solidarity with all peopleThe University of Jena is committed to universal values such as democracy, diversity, justice and human rights.
