New Year's reception 2026
On 18 January 2026 at 11 a.m., Paderborn University will host its annual New Year’s Reception in the Auditorium Maximum.
Registration for the New Year's Reception
Programme
- University Orchestra conducted by Steffen Schiel
Giacomo Puccini (1858-1924)
Preludio a orchestra - Welcome Address
Prof. Dr. Matthias Bauer, President of Paderborn University - Discussion Round
- Awards Ceremony
- University Orchestra
John Powell (*1963)
How to Train Your Dragon
arr. S. O'Loughlin - Keynote Speech
Prof. Dr. Angelika Epple, Rector of Bielefeld University
“Science and impact – Why a strong region needs strong universities” - University Orchestra
Chuck Mangione (1940-2025)
The Children of Sanchez
arr. B. Phillips & J. Dennison
Presenter: Ulrich Lettermann
Afterwards, the University will host a reception with hors d’oeuvres.