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Interview with Jill Lepore “The rise of the Artificial State has been predicted in science for centuries. So has its fall.”

On February 12, historian Jill Lepore came to Freie Universität Berlin to deliver the 2026 Hegel Lecture on the increasing control of politics by machines. The Dahlem Humanities Center is responsible for organizing the Hegel Lecture series.

Feb 10, 2026

“No amount of reading could have given me these impressions.”

Four Berlin University Alliance researchers from the Global South talk about how important the Berlin Center for Global Engagement’s Flexible Travel Funds have been to their work, enabling research travel in both directions.

Oct 30, 2025

Not Your Garden-Variety Job

A conversation with biochemist and science communicator Dr. Luiza Bengtsson, Head of the Museum & Society Department at the Botanic Garden Berlin

Aug 04, 2025

Welcome Program German Courses at Freie Universität Berlin Are the Ideal Stepping Stone for Refugees

New German courses for refugees will kick off in August at Freie Universität Berlin. Two participants talk about their experiences in the program.

Mar 20, 2025

“Becoming a Lawyer or a Judge Provides You with a Good Opportunity to Serve the Community”

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has recognized Egyptian law student Hussein Nadim for his outstanding academic achievements and dedication to social issues

Nov 22, 2024

“A translation is a new creation, not a copy”

Interview with translator Thomas Weiler – Inaugural lecture as the August Wilhem von Schlegel Visiting Professor of Freie Universität Berlin on October 31, 2024

Nov 14, 2024

“I Kept My Eyes on the Prize the Entire Time” – Ehsanullah Attiq Recalls How He Learned German through Freie Universität’s Welcome Program for Refugees

German courses for refugees will begin again starting August 26, 2024 – registration is now open

Jun 05, 2024

Three Questions about Franz Kafka

Franz Kafka died on June 3, 1924. His themes are timely today, but there are still many open questions about his work.

May 21, 2024

Autocratic Rule despite Elections

Political scientist Anja Osei examines democratization processes in African countries

Aug 07, 2023

Freie Universität Welcomes New Chief Gender Equality Officer

Dr. Corinna Tomberger is looking forward to working together with her colleagues at Freie Universität to promote equal opportunities for all and advocate for a more gender-inclusive organizational culture

Jul 25, 2023