Chemnitz celebrates Education: Big Congratulations Card for Abiturians revealed!

Chemnitz celebrates Education: Big Congratulations Card for Abiturians revealed!

Chemnitz, Deutschland - On June 10, 2025, an impressive “lucky card” was unveiled in Chemnitz, which was honored with its dimensions of 7.5 x 13 meters on the occasion of the passed high school. This campaign, which was launched by the city of Chemnitz and the Technical University of Chemnitz, is an important step to focus more on Chemnitz as an attractive place of study. The initiative aims to convey emotional messages and strong images in the urban space, as Anika Giese, Chief Communication Officer of the Technical Technical University of Chemnitz, explained. In this context, the website www.studium-in-chemnitz.de that offers potential students information on study offers, application deadlines and tips for a successful start of study.

The campaign is part of a strategic partnership between the city administration and the university. This collaboration is viewed as an important impulse for sustainable city and university development, especially in the light of demographic change and the Chemnitz award 'as a cultural capital of Europe in 2025, which brings both prestige and financial support for cultural projects.

chemnitz: From industrial to cultural location

Chemnitz has changed a lot in recent years. Once known as "Saxon Manchester", the city can look back on an important industrial past in mechanical engineering, textile industry and in the automotive industry. After the Second World War, Chemnitz saw itself confronted with profound political changes, especially during the GDR period. The reunification in 1990 led to economic changes and a decline in traditional industries.

These changes have initiated a structural change that has promoted the growth of services, high-tech production and educational-oriented industries. In order to improve the image of the city and boost tourism, the city administration has actively invested in art and culture. Events such as the "Night of Museums" and the "Chemnitz Film Festival" are part of these efforts.

The role of the Technical University of Chemnitz

The Technical University of Chemnitz plays a central role in the cultural and educational development of the city. Through its offers and research, she contributes to the cultural diversity and creating a creative cityscape. The modernization of the infrastructure for culture and leisure, including museums, theaters and parks, also contributes to the attractiveness of Chemnitz. The appointment as European Capital of Culture 2025 represents another milestone in the transformation process and offers Chemnitz the opportunity to present itself internationally.