INVITATION - The opening of the academic year 2023/2024 at the University of Bonn
Dear members, researchers, teachers, students, employees, alumni and friends of our university,
This year, we will celebrate the opening of the Academic Year 2023/24 on October 18, 2023, the founding day of our alma mater, starting at 5 pm in the auditorium. The following reception will take place in the auditorium.
I cordially invite you to the central ceremony of our university year!
Yours
Professor Dr. Dr. h.c. Michael Hoch
Rector of the University of Bonn
Registration for the celebration:
Unfortunately, there are no more guest seats available, due to high interest in our event. We apologize for any inconvenience caused. For anyone, who is not able to participate in the live event, we are going to publish a stream of the full event on our website shortly after October 18.
History and tradition
The gown, beret, chain of office and scepter have always played a central role in the formal opening ceremony.
Program
Here you find the program schedule for the opening of the Academic Year 2023/24.
Award honors
The winners of the State Prize and the DAAD Prize will be honored this year during the International Days.
Review - Image gallery and event recording
On October 18, 2022, the University of Bonn kicked off the academic year 2022/23 with the traditional ceremony marking its foundation day. You can find the recordings here.
Contact
The opening of the academic year is supported by:
