TUM Appoints Prof. Winfried Nerdinger as Anti-Semitism Commissioner to Lead Efforts Against Discrimination

TUM Appoints Prof. Winfried Nerdinger as Anti-Semitism Commissioner to Lead Efforts Against Discrimination

(IN BRIEF) The Technical University of Munich (TUM) has appointed Prof. Winfried Nerdinger, an expert in Nazi history and founding director of the Munich Documentation Center for the History of National Socialism, as its Anti-Semitism commissioner. In this role, he will advise the university on addressing Anti-Semitism and fostering a culture of respect and tolerance, reinforcing TUM’s commitment to countering discrimination and extremist ideologies.

(PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, 9-Nov-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — The Technical University of Munich (TUM) has appointed Prof. Winfried Nerdinger as its new Anti-Semitism commissioner, marking a proactive stance against Anti-Semitism and discrimination. Prof. Nerdinger, an emeritus professor of architectural history and founding director of the Munich Documentation Center for the History of National Socialism, will provide guidance to the university on addressing Anti-Semitism and fostering a respectful, inclusive environment.

This appointment comes at a time of rising Anti-Semitic and extremist rhetoric in public discourse, highlighting TUM’s commitment to actively counter such ideologies. Prof. Nerdinger is highly respected both nationally and internationally for his work in educating about the Nazi era and combating extremist views. His work at TUM will focus on raising awareness about Anti-Semitism—both historical and contemporary—and will establish educational and dialog-based initiatives within the university.

TUM President Prof. Thomas F. Hofmann emphasized the importance of this role, stating, “With Prof. Winfried Nerdinger, we welcome an exceptional scholar and dedicated advocate against Anti-Semitism and right-wing extremism. His appointment underscores TUM’s strong commitment to standing against all forms of hatred and promoting an open, democratic academic culture.”

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SOURCE: Technical University of Munich