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Autos auf der Eiserfelder Brücke

Mobility at a Dead End

Early in the morning in South Westphalia: Commuters are lined up bumper to bumper, detours wind through villages, and construction sites are a common sight on the roads. What is everyday life for many is, for Siegen-based scientist Dr. Christian Franke, a problem that has developed over time and a warning sign for the future.

Rote Regionalbahn mit Ampel

Overview of Service Disruptions and Alternate Routes for Train Service to Siegen

In the coming months, Deutsche Bahn will be carrying out extensive modernization and renovation work on rail lines in North Rhine-Westphalia. This will result in significant service disruptions on routes toward Siegen. Employees, students, and visitors to the University of Siegen are asked to check in advance for the latest regulations. An overview of the most important information on traveling to Siegen and tips on living there is available here.

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Between Ultrasound and Intergenerational Households

Teams of students present innovative startup ideas at the concept stage: The University of Siegen’s MedTech business simulation allows students to develop market-ready startup concepts in medical technology and medical informatics and pitch them to a panel of experts. 

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Prof. Strina, Minister Krischer und Uni-Rektorin Reese bei der Bescheid-Übergabe
Research

Drone logistics set to become safer – millions in funding for the University of Siegen

The University of Siegen is receiving just under one million euros for the CODROMO research project. Funded by the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, the project aims to develop a system that safely coordinates drone logistics in urban areas. The focus is on fast deliveries, clear rules, and technology for the future.

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Der Campus Unteres Schloss
General Public

Current Status of the “Siegen: Knowledge Connects” Project

The University of Siegen provides an update on the current status of the “Siegen. Knowledge Connects” project and the construction progress.

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Foto der Absolventen bei der Examensfeier 2026
Campus Life
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Faculty III bids farewell to its graduates at a festive graduation ceremony at the Apollo Theater

With a festive ceremony at the Apollo Theater, Faculty III — The School of Economic Disciplines at the University of Siegen bid farewell to a total of 431 graduates from the summer semester of 2025 and the winter semester of 2025/26 on June 18, 2026. Together with their families, friends, and fellow students, as well as their professors, they celebrated the successful completion of an important chapter in their lives.

Der Campus Adolf Reichwein-Straße der Uni Siegen

University of Siegen with strong results in CHE ranking

In the latest ranking by the Center for Higher Education Development (CHE), the University of Siegen is in the top group in several subjects and categories - strong results for study conditions and student satisfaction.

 

Hettlage

Current status of the "Hettlage" project

Progress has been made on the project to develop the University of Siegen's new university library in the city center.

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Eine Gruppe von Studierenden an der Universität Siegen in der Mathewerkstatt
Services

AI at the University of Siegen

HAWKI gives students and employees of the University of Siegen free access to a GDPR-compliant platform for generative AI - usable for studying, teaching, research and administration.

Portrait von Informatiker Shajalal mit Doktorhut

Md Shajalal researches explainable AI

Computer scientist Dr. Md Shajalal from the University of Siegen wants to explain the complex decisions of artificial intelligence in a way that is comprehensible to humans. The 35-year-old scientist from Bangladesh submitted a doctoral thesis on the subject, which was awarded both the highest grade and a prize.

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Zwei Personen unterhalten sich am Fahrrad stehend
Campus Life

CITY CYCLING starts - Register now for the Uni-Siegen team

The University of Siegen is taking part in STADTRADELN again this year. All university members can once again collect kilometers for the university team. Registration is now open.

Gebäude Campus Unteres Schloss

University of Siegen mourns the loss of Peter Kubior

Peter Kubior from the Ubiquitous Design working group in Business Information Systems and the Fab Lab of Schools III passed away on April 29, 2026 at the age of just 42. Our deepest sympathy goes out to his family and friends.