News and Events

University Ball 2026

On Friday, 20 November 2026, the HfWU Students’ Union invites you to its annual University Ball. The ball traditionally forms the highlight of the university’s calendar of events.

2026 NAFSA International Education Conference in Orlando

From 25 to 29 May 2026, Jutta Schnell (Head of our International Office) and Heike Maher (Erasmus and Scholarships Coordinator) took part in the annual NAFSA conference in Orlando – one of the world’s largest global conferences for international educators offering extensive networking and professional development opportunities.

NGU among Germany’s Top Continuing Education Universities

In its 2026 Continuing Education Ranking, the SZ Institute of the Süddeutsche Zeitung awarded NGU a “top” rating in the categories of Digital, Leadership & Management, and Finance & Economics. The ranking evaluated 84 universities nationwide—including leading international business schools and comprehensive universities. NGU is the only state university of applied sciences in Baden-Württemberg to receive a triple “top” rating.

Nürtingen-Geislingen University ranks among the best in CHE University Ranking

Students at NGU give their university good to very good ratings in the CHE University Ranking

NÜRTINGEN/GEISLINGEN (hfwu). Students at the NGU give the business administration programs as well as the programs in Future Economics, Business Psychology, and Business Law at their university good to very good grades. In terms of the general conditions of study, such as opportunities for professional contacts or support at the start of studies, NGU ranks among the top group of universities nationwide. These are the findings of the CHE University Ranking, the most comprehensive university comparison in the German-speaking world.

Exhibition features artwork by children from Cambodia

​​​​​​​Exhibition in Nürtingen showcases works from the art therapy study project “Color Kaleidoscope”; exhibition opening on April 17

Maximizing Global Impact: Nürtingen-Geislingen University at APAIE 2026

In the vibrant heart of international higher education, Nürtingen-Geislingen University (NGU) made waves at the 2026 APAIE, the Asia-Pacific Association for International Education (APAIE) Conference. Our delegation, consisting of the Vice President for International Affairs Prof. Dr. Heike Mayr-Lang and the Head of International Office Jutta Schnell, turned a single week of travel into a powerhouse of partnerships and opportunities, representing not just NGU but also the Länd of Baden-Württemberg.

NGU among Germany's most top-rated universities

Excellent results for the university in the nationwide StudyCheck ranking and in Baden-Württemberg

NÜRTINGEN-GEISLINGEN (HfWU). NGU ranks 10th among Germany's most highly rated universities in the 5,000 to 15,000 student category. This result is based on a ranking compiled by the StudyCheck portal. In the overall ranking for Baden-Württemberg (higher education institutions), NGU has improved to 5th place.

Follow-up: Teaching Team Visits Mexico to Deepen German–Mexican Marketing Project

After introducing our joint real-life marketing project with KSK Visiting Professor Dr. Marco Rivera in October 2025, the teaching team has now traveled to Mexico to continue the collaboration on site.

DAAD Award for Student from Pisa

Laura Consortini, a master’s student in the double-degree program at the Nürtingen-Geislingen University of Applied Sciences and the University of Pisa, receives award from the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) -

KSK Visiting Professor Connects Students in a Real-Life Marketing Project Between Germany and Mexico

Our KSK Visiting Professor Dr. Marco Rivera from our Partner University Universidad Panamericana (Mexico) is currently part of our International Marketing Project class. He initiated contact with the company “Empacadora San Francisco” a Mexican company considering entering the German – or even broader European – market with their packaged meat products.

Participation in the 2025 EAIE International Education Conference in Gothenburg

From 9 to 12 September 2025, our International Office took part in the EAIE in Gothenburg - the most important European exhibition and conference for international higher education.

We Go For Peace

Impressions from a special journey to Cyprus – presented in an exhibition

Launch of the KSK Visiting Professorship Podcast

International Voices, New Perspectives – Tune in now!

Pieces of the World – A Creative Evening of Cultural Exchange

On May 15, 2025, the International Student Club hosted a unique collage event titled "Pieces of the World". The evening was marked by creativity, meaningful dialogue, and shared exploration.

A Walailak Student's Story About Her Study Abroad Experience at NGU

An Article by Walailak University

NGU is ranked as one of the top 10 universities in Germany

Nürtingen-Geislingen University (NGU) is one of the ten most popular universities in Germany. This is shown by the latest results of a ranking carried out by the portal StudyCheck.

DAAD prize for student from Pisa

Amelia Cecchini, Master's student in the double degree program at HfWU and the University of Pisa, receives award

International Dining Room

The International Dining Room has become one of the highlights among the regular events organized by the International Office in cooperation with the Ecumenical Student Community

Once a struggle for survival, now a model university

75th anniversary celebration with Minister President Kretschmann in Nürtingen

75th Anniversary Ceremony of NGU with Minister President

Kreissparkasse supports Visiting Professors

The Kreissparkasse Esslingen-Nürtingen Educational Foundation is providing €1.1 million to support the program for a further ten years.

"Coming in!" Festival for Outsider Art in Nürtingen

From June 14 to July 14; including the university degree programs in Artistic Therapies

Scavenger Hunt and Obazda

Urach Waterfall and Scavenger Hunt, Obazda with Pretzels and Pasta alla Boscaiola: With a diverse orientation week organized by the International Office and a Europe-themed evening, international students had a full schedule to kick off the summer semester.

From Walailak to Nürtingen: Visiting Professor Suchita Manajit

As part of the "Visiting Professorship Program" financed by the Kreissparkasse Esslingen-Nürtingen, Dr. Suchita Manajit was at our university in April.

Semester Opening on Wednesday, 18 March 2024

Soon the lecture period of the summer semester 2024 will begin - and with it YOUR time at HfWU!