Program
Thursday, September 18, 2025
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| All-day | PhD Workshop | Main Campus, University of Hagen |
| 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Get-together | Hagen City Hall |
Friday, September 19, 2025
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| From 08:30 a.m. | Registration | Main Campus |
| 09:00 a.m. | Conference Opening | Main Campus |
| 09:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Parallel Sessions 1 | Main Campus |
| 11:30 a.m. – 01:00 p.m. | Parallel Sessions 2 | Main Campus |
| 01:00 p.m. – 02:00 p.m. | Poster Sessions / Lunch | Main Campus |
| 02:00 p.m. – 03:30 p.m. | Parallel Sessions 3 | Main Campus |
| 04:00 p.m. – 05:00 p.m. | Keynote address: Michael Weber (The University of Chicago Booth School of Business ) | Main Campus |
| DGF meeting and social program | ||
| 05:15 p.m. – 06:15 p.m. | DGF General Assembly | Main Campus |
| 05:15 p.m. – 06:15 p.m. | Introduction to the Immersive Collaboration Hub | Main Campus |
| 05:45 p.m. – 06:45 p.m. | Guided tour of the historic sites of Hohensyburg | Hohensyburg |
| At 05:15 p.m. and at 06:15 p.m., a bus shuttle service is provided from the campus to Hohensyburg | ||
| 07:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | Conference Dinner | Spielbank Hohensyburg |
| At 10 p.m. and at 11 p.m., a bus shuttle service is provided from Hohensyburg to the main campus and Hagen city centre. | ||
Saturday, September 20, 2025
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| From 08:30 a.m. | Registration | Main Campus |
| 09:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Parallel Sessions 4 | Main Campus |
| 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Parallel Sessions 5 | Main Campus |
| 12:30 p.m. | Take-away lunch | Main Campus |
Social program
Alternative 1: Introduction to the Immersive Collaboration Hub
The Immersive Collaboration Hub (ICH) at the University of Hagen is a unique space equipped with state-of-the-art technology for exploring and experimenting with immersive technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR). The hub serves as a creative center for diverse teaching and learning experiences, interactive workshops, and inspiring lectures. It provides opportunities to explore new concepts in immersive learning and develop training programs. Participants will receive a one-hour introduction to the technologies, with the chance to try out various applications.
Limited capacity (50 participants).
Alternative 2: Guided tour of the historic sites of Hohensyburg (in German only)
Hohensyburg is known for its striking Hohensyburg Castle ruins, perched on a hill offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Ruhr Valley. The castle dates back to the 12th century and has witnessed centuries of history. Today, visitors can explore its impressive ruins, which include remnants of the walls, towers, and gates. Another significant landmark is the Equestrian Monument of Kaiser Wilhelm, located nearby. This monumental statue stands as a tribute to the German Emperor. Together, the castle ruins and the equestrian monument create a fascinating historical experience for visitors.
Limited capacity (100 participants).
Foto: Sven Förter (Pixabay)