To kick off the joint campaign “A City Reads a Book” organized by the University of Siegen and the City of Siegen, author Christian Linker visited the Apollo Theater. In front of more than 300 children, he read from his book, which is the focus of this year’s reading campaign.

Geopolitical developments and digital media shape our perception of the world. The latest issue of the university newspaper explores these topics while also highlighting other exciting fields of research: from artificial intelligence and sensor systems to technical approaches to combating loneliness, and research into proteins and the universe. The issue also features a mathematical puzzle with international appeal and its connection to the University of Siegen. Other topics include the new e-student file, a welcome influx of new students, numerous prizes and awards for researchers and projects, as well as the Artist-in-Residence program organized by the university and the Museum of Contemporary Art. The Berlin-based artist Antje Schiffers was selected for the program.