Institute of Rhetoric

Alumni Panel: Yes You Can!

June 24, 2026, 18:00–20:00, Brechtbau, Room 027, University of Tübingen

Once a year, the Institute of Rhetoric invites former students who now hold exciting and responsible positions. They will talk about their career paths, offer insights into their day-to-day work, and share experiences and tips on studying and building a career. You will also learn about the career paths open to you after studying rhetoric, how to successfully transition into the professional world, and what steps you can take right now to set yourself on the right track. This year, the following rhetoric alumni will be our guests:

• Isa Fünfhausen, M.A.: Leiterin Open Academy des Science Cube (Zentrum für Wissenschaftskommunikation)
• Dr. Julia Gassner: Stellvertretende Verbandsdirektorin des Volkshochschulverbands Baden-Württemberg
• Maximilian Koch-Erpach, B.A.: Junior Producer für fiktionale Inhalte bei Just Make It Productions
• Sara Livadas, B.A.: Stellvertretende Pressesprecherin der CSU Bayern und Stadtratskandidatin für München
• Andreas Sentker, Diplom.: Geschäftsführender Redakteur der Wochenzeitung Die Zeit und Herausgeber von Zeit Wissen

We will be hosting the event and look forward to seeing you there—whether you’d like to actively participate by asking questions or simply take in the stories: You are warmly welcome!
Afterward, we invite you to join us for refreshments. Take this opportunity to chat with graduates and fellow students, share experiences, network, and gain new inspiration for your future academic and professional paths.
The event is sponsored by Rhetorikforum e.V. Therefore, participation is free of charge and does not require registration.

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Award ceremony for the “Speech of the Year 2025” given to Christian Drosten

July 2, 2026, 19:00 Uhr, Audimax of the Neuen Aula, University of Tübingen

Christian Drosten is being honored for his speech “Science is Freedom and Duty.” In it, he advocates for a committed scientific community as a “constant voice in democratic debate” and addresses the question of how we live in a world that is increasingly losing awareness of facts. The “Speech of the Year” is being awarded for the 28th time by the Institute of Rhetoric at the University of Tübingen.

Rede! Student Conference on Rhetorical Theory and Practice
July 10, 2026, 9:00–18:00, Brechtbau, Room 027, University of Tübingen
From antiquity to the present day, from current politics and questions of style to artificial intelligence: This conference offers insights into the diverse topics and fields of study within rhetoric. In four thematic blocks, students will showcase the breadth of rhetorical work—ranging from theoretical exploration to interdisciplinary or practical applications, and from initial term papers to final projects. 
There will be an opportunity for discussion following each presentation.
It is possible to attend only individual thematic blocks or presentations. Registration is not required; the event is open to all interested. The student conference is organized as part of the practical seminar “From Call to Conference,” led by Selina Bernarding and Dr. Rebecca Kiderlen.
Contact: sandra.speitelspam prevention@student.uni-tuebingen.de 

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