Im Rahmen einer Begrüßungsveranstaltung für Studierende der Umweltingenieurwissenschaften wurde am 8. April 2026 der neu gestaltete Wasserstoffbus »Walter Gropius« von Bauhaus-Universität Weimar und Stadtwirtschaft Weimar GmbH feierlich eingeweiht. Der Bus steht exemplarisch für die enge Zusammenarbeit von Wissenschaft und kommunaler Praxis – und macht diese nun im Stadtbild sichtbar.

Am 28. April 2026 lädt die Stiftung Baukultur Thüringen in Kooperation mit dem DFG-Graduiertenkolleg Gewohnter Wandel der Bauhaus-Universität Weimar und der Goethe-Universität Frankfurt zum Baukulturgespräch »Wohnungsfrage StadtLand« in den Eiermannbau Apolda ein. Im Mittelpunkt der Veranstaltung steht eine der drängendsten Herausforderungen im Freistaat: der gleichzeitige Bedarf an neuem Wohnraum in den Städten und zunehmender Leerstand im ländlichen Raum.

Am 28. April 2026 lädt die Stiftung Baukultur Thüringen in Kooperation mit dem DFG-Graduiertenkolleg Gewohnter Wandel der Bauhaus-Universität Weimar und der Goethe-Universität Frankfurt zum Baukulturgespräch »Wohnungsfrage StadtLand« in den Eiermannbau Apolda ein. Im Mittelpunkt der Veranstaltung steht eine der drängendsten Herausforderungen im Freistaat: der gleichzeitige Bedarf an neuem Wohnraum in den Städten und zunehmender Leerstand im ländlichen Raum.

The dress on the screen has several sizes to choose from and can be added to the basket with a click – but there is a moment of hesitation: Will it actually fit? Will I feel good in it? Will it look the same as it does in the picture? Online fashion platforms affect women’s self-image more strongly than previously thought. A recent study at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar has shown that digital shopping experiences have a profound impact on body perception with consequences that affect users, the economy, and the environment. The research will be presented and awarded at the prestigious CHI Conference in Barcelona from 13 to 17 April 2026.

The kiosk is open again! And it’s open to whatever you bring along. For the next issue of PORT Magazine, we’re looking for anything that crackles, sticks, hits the spot, and keeps you hanging around a little longer. Send us your gossip! Submission deadline: April 22

The ivory tower, once a symbol of academic thought and research, is a thing of the past. For years, progressive universities have opened their doors to a broader public through events such as open houses and science nights. The Bauhaus-Universität Weimar also sees itself as more than just an educational and research institution and is an active participant in society. The University influences public discourse and takes responsibility that extends beyond campus. Visibility and connections to other spheres are essential to this: Research and teaching should not occur in isolation but instead should engage in productive dialogue with society.

On 25 and 26 September 2026, the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar will be hosting the TURN Conference 2026. The nationwide university conference is dedicated to the topic of »Experiential Learning«, meaning learning through experience and experimentation. A student exhibition will be held alongside the conference. The student work will present insights into the diverse creative, artistic, and academic endeavours at the University.

With the newly released publication »BOOM!«, the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar’s University Gallery »nova space« looks back on seven years of exhibition practice. At the same time, readers can expect a surprise: an exhibition in a book. The project will be presented for the first time at an exhibition opening and book release on Tuesday, 14 April 2026, at 6 p.m.

The Bauhaus-Universität Weimar and the Weimarer Republik e.V. are opening the invitation to the »Medien und Demokratie im Umbruch« six-part event series starting on 29 April 2026. Experts from the fields of science, media industry, and society will be discussing the relationship between media transformation and democratic society at the Haus der Weimarer Republik’s Forum for Democracy. The events are open to the public and free of charge.