Lecture Series “War” in Braunschweig: History, Present, and Future in Dialogue

Thinking about War: A Lecture Series between History, Present and Future

How is war narrated, remembered, and understood? The lecture series “War: History – Present – Future. Perspectives of Literature, Art, and Philosophy” opens on October 27, 2026, at the House of Science Braunschweig, offering an interdisciplinary view on one of the most defining phenomena in human history. The kick-off “Thinking about War. An Introduction” starts at 18:45 and will be presented by Prof. Dr. Julia Schöll.

Interdisciplinary Perspectives on a Complex Topic

The event series organized by the Institute of German Studies at TU Braunschweig combines literary, artistic, cultural studies, and philosophical approaches. The focus is on representations of war in literature and media, the visual representation of violence, and historical and philosophical reflections on the causes, justification, and experiences of war.

The event experience is aimed at students as well as the interested public. The individual lectures are public and comprehensible without specific expertise, while also being scientifically grounded. This connects the organization’s academic depth with an accessible target audience approach.

The Kick-off at the House of Science

In lecture hall PK 11.1 on the ground floor, the factual atmosphere of the House of Science provides a fitting setting for focused listening, contemplation, and interdisciplinary exchange. The first evening introduces central questions of the topic and invites participants to consider war not just as a historical event, but also as a space of experience, interpretation, and representation.

Scientifically Grounded and Publicly Accessible

The lecture series will be organized in the winter semester 2026/27 by the Institute of German Studies at TU Braunschweig. Different scientific perspectives will come together in weekly changing lectures. The event planning is based on an open approach: the lectures can also be attended individually, and admission is free.

Conclusion: An Evening for New Questions and In-Depth Insights

Visitors can expect a concentrated, enlightening kick-off with current research, societal relevance, and space for personal reflection. Those who want to understand how literature, art, and philosophy talk about war will find a compelling entry point in this lecture series. Experience the kick-off live on October 27, 2026, in Braunschweig.

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• TU Braunschweig – Lecture Series of the Institute of German Studies
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