University Leadership

The President

The President manages the university and is its official spokesperson.  Dr. Gesine Schwan has been Viadrina's President since 1999.

Chancellor

The Chancellor oversees the university administration and is responsible for the university's budget.  Christian Zens is Viadrina's Chancellor.

Vice presidents

Prof. Dr. Wolff Heintschel von Heinegg
Janine Nuyken
Prof. Dr. Cornelia Müller
Prof. Dr. Alfred Kötzle

Office for Research and Graduate Education

President's office

Senate

The Senate is an important, decision-making university body; it is comprised of professors, students, faculty and staff.

Faculty Councils

• Council of the Faculty of Law
• Council of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences
• Council of the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics

Equal Opportunities Representative

The Equal Opportunities Representative, is responsible for gender equality and diversity aspects at Viadrina.

Commissioner for the Affairs of Foreigners of the University

International Student Representative Dr. Carmen Thiele observes the interests of internationals at Viadrina European University and serves as International Student Advisor.

Representative for matters related to disabled persons