The opening of the academic year 2026/2027 at the University of Bonn
The University of Excellence Bonn kicks off the 2026/2027 academic year
The University of Bonn cordially invites all members and friends of the university to the ceremonial opening of the 2026/27 academic year. The event will take place on October 19, 2026 in the university’s main hall and marks the ceremonial start of a new year of study and research.
With this ceremonial opening, we are not only celebrating the start of a new academic year, but also the diversity, commitment and cohesion within our university. We look forward to seeing you there!
Impressions from 2025
History and tradition
The gown, beret, chain of office and scepter have always played a central role in the formal opening ceremony.
Program
You can find here the program schedule for the opening of the Academic Year 2026/27.
Award honors
Here you will soon find the winners of the State Prize and the DAAD Prize who will be honored this year during the International Days
Review and recordings
On 20 October 2025, the University of Bonn kicked off the 2025/26 academic year with its traditional ceremony marking its foundation day. You can find the recording here.
Kontakt
Team Veranstaltungsmanagement
E-Mail: akadjahr@uni-bonn.de
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