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Presentation by Dr. Frerk Blome on inequalities in the German higher education and science system

Event poster featuring colorful, overlapping blocks of yellow, green, blue, pink, and orange. On the right is the title “The Long Shadow of Social Background.” Below that: “Inequalities in the German Higher Education and Research System.” Dr. Frerk Blome is listed as the speaker. The event will take place online on May 6, 2026, from 12:00–1:00 p.m. At the bottom left is “UA Ruhr – 2026 Annual Program: Anti-Discrimination.” The design is modern and colorful. © Sarah Schimmelpfennig​/​UDE
Dr. Frerk Blome will give a systematic overview of empirical research and theoretical explanations of social origin and inequality in the German higher education and science system. This will be followed by an open space for discussion.

Dr. Frerk Blome will give a presentation on 06 May 2026 from 12:00 - 13:00 entitled: "The long shadow of social origin - inequalities in the German higher education and science system" as part of the UA Ruhr Annual Program Antidiscrimination 2026.

The lecture will provide a systematic overview of empirical research and theoretical explanations of social background and inequality in the German higher education and science system. Initially, the focus will be on students: differences in access to higher education, study progression and experiences will be examined. This is followed by a look at academic careers, where the few studies available show a clear underrepresentation of people from disadvantaged social classes. Link to the Equal Opportunities, Family and Diversity Unit

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