Summer practical days: Discover the diversity of pedagogy in Bamberg!

Summer practical days: Discover the diversity of pedagogy in Bamberg!

There are several exciting events on the program in the city of Bamberg in June 2025 that provide insights into educational practice as well as literary and scientific topics. These events, organized by the Otto Friedrich University of Bamberg, are aimed at a broad audience and are accessible free of charge.

On June 30th and July 1st, 2025, the association for the promotion of the professionalism of educators at the Otto Friedrich University of Bamberg (Propäd e.V.) invites you to the **Summer Practical Days of Pedagogy**. The event begins at 6:15 p.m. in room MG2/00.10 in Markusstrasse 8a. Here, those interested have the opportunity to get to know numerous educational facilities and institutions in the region, to establish professional networks and to explore internships and jobs in education.
Further information can be found here.

Literary highlight with Jean-Luc Bannalec

Also on July 1, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., a **literary medieval conversation with the first-class author Jean-Luc Bannalec** will take place in lecture hall U5/00.24 at the University of Bamberg. The writer, who is known by his pseudonym Jörg Bong, has sold over six million copies of his crime series with Inspector Dupin. The focus of this conversation is on his book “Breton Secrets”, which deals with the topic of Arthurian material and its tradition. Guests can expect exciting insights into the author's literary work. Further information can be found here here.

Sustainability management in focus

Another highlight is the **Science-Practice Tandem Series**, which will take place on July 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium of the University of Bamberg at Dominikanerstraße 2a. Registration is required by July 4, 2025. The theme of the event is “Data, pressure and insight – corporate sustainability between expectations and everyday life” and deals with the challenges and opportunities that come with the implementation of corporate sustainability strategies. The discussion will focus on efficient processes, innovative technologies and responsible partnerships. The event is held in collaboration with the IHK for Upper Franconia Bayreuth and the Chamber of Crafts for Upper Franconia. For more information and to register, please visit this page: Link to further information.

ESD announcements and awards

The initiatives in Bamberg are also in the context of a broader national award for education for sustainable development (ESD), which is awarded annually by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research and the German UNESCO Commission. This award, which has existed since 2016, aims to make visible and strengthen the commitment to education for sustainable development. The winning initiatives benefit from a network and receive support in public relations. The next award ceremony will take place next August, which can also support Bamberg's institutions in their efforts to promote sustainable practices. You can find further information about the award-winning organizations and initiatives here.

Media representatives who would like more information about individual events can contact the respective contact persons. For the **Summer Practical Days of Pedagogy**, Dr. Monika Rapold is available, while Dr. Detlef Goller can be contacted for the **Literary Medieval Discussion**. Inquiries about the **Science-Practice Tandem Series** are answered by Dr. Henrietta Neef. The media contact for general questions is Nora Stecklum. You can find the contact details on the University of Bamberg website.