To mark German Diversity Day, the Paderborn University campus will become a forum for diversity on Tuesday, 19 May: the universities in the Ostwestfalen-Lippe (OWL) region are inviting all interested parties to "DIV DAY OWL 2026". The day aims to make diversity visible in all its facets and encourage dialogue on diversity issues such as tolerance, inclusion and democratic coexistence.

The event will kick off with an open day of action in the foyer of Paderborn University's O-Building from 11 am to 2 pm. Visitors can expect a varied programme of interactive hands-on formats. Vice-President for International Relations and President of the COLOURS Alliance, Vice-President Heike Trautmann, will officially open "DIV DAY OWL 2026" at 2.30 pm. A central highlight will be the "DIV TALKS OWL", which will take place from 3 pm: In twelve short talks, students and researchers will present projects and ideas relating to diversity and social sustainability. The talks will take place in the film studio in building H and will also be broadcast live in lecture theatre O2.

At 5.15 pm, also in lecture theatre O2, a specialist lecture entitled "Diversity of doctoral candidates - expandable! Changing structures, creating opportunities and (new) approaches" will round off the day. Prof. Dr Isabel Steinhardt and Dr Anda-Lisa Harmening will talk about current perspectives on diversity in higher education research. The lecture will be followed by an open Q&A session.

Further information on the programme and the link to the livestream can be found on the event website.

This text was translated automatically.