At the College for Social Sciences and Humanities, academic events in various formats take place on a regular basis. You will find lectures, conferences, workshops, or panel discussions linked to different fields of research within the social sciences and humanities. Open science formats addressing the general public are also part of the portfolio.
Most events are planned by resident researchers and Senior Fellows, organised with support from the College’s event coordinator. Moreover, the College hosts select events offered by other members of the University Alliance Ruhr working in the social sciences and humanities.
The following list provides an overview of upcoming and past events at the College.
16/01/2026, Essen
In this lecture, Qingxiu Bu examines Africa’s pivotal role in the evolving great power competition between the USA and China, exploring various aspects such as trade, investment, governance, and technological dynamics. The event is open to policymakers, academics from different disciplines, and practitioners to foster dialogue.
