Founders Circle of the German UDS

The Founders Circle is an exclusive committee of the German University of Digital Science. The university's founders and co-founders come together in this circle to advise on its strategic direction and visionary development. Key future topics and fundamental development issues are discussed at the highest professional and strategic levels in this circle.

The Founders Circle serves as a forum where the founding members pool their expertise and experience to strengthen the university's distinguished position in the national and international higher education sectors and shape its future. The focus is on upholding the founding principles responsibly and promoting innovation and excellence in research and teaching.

The Founders Circle significantly contributes to the development of the German University of Digital Science by acting as a strategic advisory and initiative-taking body. The founding members contribute their extensive experience, visionary ideas, and networks to actively shape the university's long-term direction.

The Circle supports the university by:

  • developing forward-looking research and teaching concepts;
  • advancing innovative digital education technologies;
  • reflecting on strategic decisions with a lasting impact;
  • promoting exchange between science, business, and society; and
  • strengthening the university's international positioning.

Through regular consultation and forward-looking discussions, the Founders Circle helps the university respond quickly to changing challenges and consistently implement its vision of becoming a leading digital university. At the same time, the Circle ensures continuity and reliability in the development of institutional and academic strategies.