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On Thursday afternoon, a weather-related incident triggered a fire department operation at a university building in Jena. Following persistent rainfall, a massive construction scaffold was at risk of sagging.
Jena, 08.05.2026 – This weekend, the 3sat “Ländermagazin” is dedicated extensively to the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena. The 30-minute report, produced by Bayerischer Rundfunk (BR), highlights the historical path of the city’s history and takes a detailed look at current research projects with Europe-wide impact.
Jena, May 07, 2026. The Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena is among the top addresses for prospective lawyers and economists in the current CHE ranking. The focus of the top rating is primarily on the excellent support at the start of studies as well as the extensive practical offers and high study success.
Communication dynamics between generations are currently being scientifically investigated in Jena. A new study analyzes how family members of different ages communicate with each other and what effects this has.
On May 28, the Frommanscher SkulpturenGarten of the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena will open the new art exhibition “lucide,” featuring six permeable steel sculptures by sculptor Cornelia Weihe that enter into a direct dialogue with their natural surroundings.
Jena, 02.05.2026 – The City of Light Jena and its tradition-steeped university landscape are moving into the focus of national reporting. The 3sat-Ländermagazin is dedicating its upcoming edition to the topic “Jena and its University – Excellence from Tradition”.
Jena, 30.04.2026. Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena and the Ernst-Abbe-Stiftung are continuing their renowned scientific lecture series. The 80th Ernst-Abbe-Kolloquium next Monday will focus on the technological future of quantum mechanics.
The German Science Council (Wissenschaftsrat) has issued a far-reaching funding recommendation for top-level research in Mitteldeutschland, with Jena and Dresden set to benefit significantly from a 271 million euro nationwide program.
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, Friedrich-Schiller-Universität and Ernst-Abbe-Hochschule in Jena will host a joint “Open Campus” event for prospective students to explore academic life.
Humor is considered a real “game-changer” in many life situations and work areas. Why this is the case and how emotional intelligence can be used in a targeted manner is currently being discussed by around 100 participants at a special congress in Jena.