Executive Department for
Press, Communication and Marketing
Adolf-Reichwein-Straße 2a Gebäude AVZ (Gebäudeteil AR-NA) 57068 Siegen
Phone: +49 (0)271/740-4915 Fax.: +49 (0)271/740-4911 E-Mail: presse@uni-siegen.de
News and Press
Welcome to the Executive Department for Press, Communication and Marketing of the University of Siegen.
This site provides news about the University of Siegen - from research news to event announcements. We provide regional, national and international media representatives with details about research results and exciting background stories. A range of publications, such as the university newspaper, are offered to complement our service. In addition, we are responsible for marketing activities at the University of Siegen and we organize central events.
If you are a media representative, please feel free to contact us when you are looking for a scientific expert.
Sea Level Has Been Rising Faster for 50 Years
(05.08.2019) Scientists at the University of Siegen have found that The rise of the global sea level picked up speed earlier than previously known. According to this, a clear acceleration can be detected as early as the end of the 1960s.
Annual Reception for International Researchers
(18.07.2019) Once a year, the Welcome Center of the University of Siegen organizes a reception for researchers from all over the world and their families.
Third Term for University Rector Burckhart
(01.07.2019) Prof. Dr. Holger Burckhart will remain rector of the University of Siegen for another four years. The University Electoral Assembly confirmed him in office with a convincing majority.
Millions in funding for Smart Production Design Center
(28.06.2019) The University of Siegen receives more than 3 million euros for the establishment of a Smart Production Design Center. At the center, intelligent tools are to be developed and researched in order to actively shape the transition to Industry 4.0.
Federal Family Minister Honors Siegen University
(27.06.2019) Diversity first: The University of Siegen receives a certificate with permanent character in Berlin for audit berufundfamilie (job and family)/ audit familiengerechte hochschule (family-friendly university).