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Science for children: exciting lectures at the University of Bonn!
The Bonn Children's University offers free access to exciting lectures for 8 to 13 year olds. Events from May 5, 2025.
Science for children: exciting lectures at the University of Bonn!
The Children's University at the University of Bonn is a unique educational opportunity for young explorers between the ages of 8 and 13. In the coming weeks, the university will again be inviting its young students to take part in exciting lectures. Andrea Grugel, head of the Young University team, emphasizes that science should be accessible to everyone. The offer is not only aimed at little inquisitive children, but also actively introduces them to scientific questions.
On May 5, 2025, Professor Dr. Adrian Hermann kicks off the summer semester. His lecture entitled “Science – is it all just a game?” will deal with the importance of analog games in culture and society. In his research and as part of the lecture, Professor Hermann will explain why games are so popular and how they work. The University of Bonn offers a total of six different research topics for interested children, which take place on Mondays in the Wolfgang Paul lecture hall.
Lecture program and participation
The events are free and registration is not necessary. Lectures begin at 5:15 p.m. and end at 6:00 p.m., with hundreds of children attending each semester. Anyone who attends at least ten lectures over the entire winter and summer semester can earn a children's university diploma. The children also receive a stamp in their student ID for each visit, which also allows them access to the cafeteria.
The program for the summer semester 2025 is as follows:
- 5. Mai 2025: „Wissenschaft – alles nur ein Spiel?“ von Prof. Dr. Adrian Hermann
- 12. Mai 2025: „Von der Bohne zum Business“ von Prof. Dr. Denise Fischer-Kreer
- 19. Mai 2025: „Warum ist es am Rhein so schön?“ von Privatdozent Dr. Peter Glasner
- 26. Mai 2025: „Die Welt wird Stadt“ von Prof. Dr. Carsten Butsch
- 2. Juni 2025: „Das Herz – mein Motor im Körper“ von Prof. Dr. Johannes Breuer
- 16. Juni 2025: „Wie lernen wir sprechen?“ von Dr. Verena Weiland
- 23. Juni 2025: Feierliche Verleihung der Kinderuni-Diplome
The children's university is run by Dr. Hans Riegel Foundation supports and offers an excellent opportunity to experience science up close at an early stage. The technical preparations and support are coordinated by Timo Poller, among others. Further information and details about the lectures can be found on the Website of the University of Bonn be found.
The University of Bonn's commitment to making it easier for younger generations to access science is clearly reflected in the well-structured events and the extensive support from various experts. Participation is worthwhile for all curious children!