On October 6, the academic year 2025/26 was gracefully inaugurated at Friedensau Adventist University. In a heartfelt address delivered in the university chapel, Rector Prof. Dr. Roland Fischer extended a warm welcome to the new students on behalf of the university administration.
This announcement was conveyed by Andrea Cramer, the university's press and public relations officer, in a detailed press release. In his address, Prof. Fischer articulated a profound vision for the institution: “Education serves dual purposes: the cultivation of individual identity and the preparation for meaningful engagement in society, both in professional realms and through voluntary service.”
The press release further reveals that, this year, 50 new students have embarked on their academic journeys across various disciplines. Among them, twelve students are pursuing a degree in theology, with nine being first-year students beginning their Bachelor of Theology program, while three are advancing their studies within diverse master's programs in theology. Additionally, 38 students are commencing their studies in the field of Christian social work. Notably, the largest cohort is enrolled in English-language programs, comprising 14 students in the B.A. in International Social Work and 20 in the M.A. in Development Studies, alongside four students pursuing the German M.A. in Counseling. This vibrant new student body hails from 17 different countries, including Ethiopia, Burundi, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Congo, Liberia, Myanmar, Nigeria, Norway, Austria, Rwanda, Russia, Serbia, Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania, and Hungary, as well as Germany.
Service and Concert to Celebrate the Academic Year’s Commencement
On Saturday, October 11, 2025, a service to commemorate the beginning of the academic year will take place at 10:00 AM in the university chapel. That evening, at 7:30 PM, a concert featuring the talented Melina Godina and her band, titled "Life from a Christian Perspective," will be held at the Friedensau Cultural Barn. Guests are warmly invited to attend, and donations will be graciously accepted.
Melina Godina, a gifted singer-songwriter, composed the title song for the documentary-drama "Echo of Faith: Friedensau. A Place of Education and Mission." The press release notes that the song enriches and deepens the film's intent in a uniquely personal manner. Through her music, she explores life from a Christian perspective.
About Friedensau and the Adventist University
Friedensau, established in 1899, celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2024. Originally founded as a missionary and industrial school, Friedensau Adventist University now upholds the noble tradition of being an Adventist educational institution recognized by the state and operating under the auspices of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The university offers a rich array of ten B.A. and M.A. programs in the fields of Christian social work and theology, many of which are available in part-time, online, or continuing education formats: www.thh-friedensau.de. Prospective students are encouraged to register for open days to immerse themselves in the vibrant academic community and experience life within the lecture halls and on the campus.
For further information regarding study programs and upcoming events, please visit www.thh-friedensau.de/news and www.friedensau.de.
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