Outreach

We invite you to discover the world of mathematical research and get to know the people behind it!
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Events and activities

The Cluster of Excellence Mathematics Münster regularly invites you to public events and activities, most of which take place in Münster, while some are offered online. We look forward to your participation!

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Stories

This section is about the people behind mathematics: Who are the researchers? What are they working on, what paths have they taken, and what fascinates them most about mathematics?

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Insights

We have compiled a selection of texts, videos, and interviews to give you a deeper dive into mathematical topics.

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Partner institutions

Many of our projects and activities are developed in close collaboration with other institutions. An overview is provided here.

Latest outreach news

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Discovering maths through play and puzzles

Despite rain and cold, many families set out on 14 March 2026, to visit our activity stand “Mathe mittendrin!” at Stubengasse, Münster, on the International Day of Mathematics. Older children showed great perseverance as they worked on the puzzle challenges from the "Mathe-Trail Münster". Young and old guests alike had lots of fun trying out the different stations of the "Q.UNI Kinder- und Jugend-Uni", for example the "Mirror Drawer" and the tricky "Conway Cube".

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Hendrik Weber in the publication "Twelve Months, Twelve People"

With the publication "Twelve Months, Twelve People – Portraits 2025", the University of Münster presents a slightly different kind of annual review. The recently published brochure features individuals who achieved outstanding accomplishments over the past year. In May, the focus is on our "Bridging the Gaps" professor Hendrik Weber.

Public events
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International Day of Mathematics

Public activities in Münster on 14 March

Every year on 14 March ("Pi Day"), the International Day of Mathematics is celebrated worldwide - and we are joining in! On 14 March 2026, we will present an activity booth "Mathe mittendrin" in Münster’s city centre. The "Q.UNI Kinder- und Jugend-Uni" will offer maths games and craft activities. School students from grade 5 onwards can discover new puzzles from our "Münster Math Trail" together with family and friends. High school students can join a day of math challenges at the "Tag der Mathematik - Wettbewerb".

Public event
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Girls go Mathematics!

Girls' Day am 23. April 2026

Schülerinnen ab der 7. Klasse sind am Donnerstag, 23. April 2026, am Exzellenzcluster Mathematik Münster und am Fachbereich Mathematik und Informatik eingeladen, Einblicke in das Studium und die Berufswelt von Mathematikerinnen zu bekommen. Jetzt anmelden!

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Discover the Maths Trail Münster

The "Maths Trail Münster" is a unique kind of sightseeing tour. It offers fascinating insights into Münster's history combined with mathematical puzzles. [de]

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Centre for Mathematics Münster

The research building for the new "Centre for Mathematics Münster" (CMM) is currently being built on the maths campus. Follow the progress of the construction work here.

"Epsilon": for children, teenagers and prospective students

"Epsilon" bundles the activities for school students from the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science and the Cluster of Excellence Mathematics Münster. Through a newsletter and website, it shares news on events and other exciting opportunities for kids, teens, future students, and teachers. [de]