Alumni & Supporters

A university thrives on strong partnerships. It is only through collaboration with dedicated supporters that it can continue to develop in the areas of teaching, research and knowledge transfer, and remain fit for the future. Numerous renowned companies and committed individuals are already supporting this journey as members of proTHU Alumni and sponsors of the Technische Hochschule Ulm e.V.

proTHU sees itself as a bridge between the university and society. Since its foundation, the generous support of our sponsors has enabled numerous projects to be realised and provided important impetus. Personal interaction is particularly important to us: together, we want to develop perspectives and actively shape the future.

Join our network and help pave the way for future generations. For students in particular, membership offers the chance to stay connected to the university beyond their studies and benefit from a strong alumni network.

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What does proTHU do?

The Förderverein...

  • offers students the opportunity to benefit individually from the experience of specialists and managers, for example with the MentorING program
  • organizes exciting lectures at the university
  • supports student projects such as the Einstein Motorsport Team
  • promotes the university's choir and orchestra
  • awards two sponsorship prizes each year for special achievements in final theses
  • creates the opportunity to maintain and refresh contacts at alumni reunions
  • provides a suitable setting for celebrations at the university

What are the benefits of membership?

As a member...

  • you will be invited to events at the university and make valuable contacts
  • you will regularly receive the association's newsletter and the university magazine, keeping you informed about important dates and university news
  • you are invited to the general meeting to help decide on goals and activities
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Become a member

Anyone who wants to support Pro! activities can become a member. This includes members of the university, students, alumni or ordinary people with sympathy for the university. The annual fee depends on the type of membership.

  • Individual member: €36.00 - students are free of charge during their studies and for two years after graduation.
  • Sponsoring membership for companies:
  1. up to 100 employees: € 250.00
  2. up to 500 employees: 500,00€
  3. up to 1,000 employees: € 750.00
  4. over 1,000 employees: € 1,000.00

Simply download the relevant membership application form and send it completed and signed by post or scanned by email to our office.

Membership application for individual members Membership application for corporate members

Alumni

Dear graduates of the THU,

Our alumni management is currently under construction. We would therefore be pleased if you would leave us your contact details for further communication on interesting developments at THU, events and news for alumni.

To the alumni registration

To unsubscribe, please use the unsubscribe button or email us at alumni(at)thu.de. This address is currently only valid for unsubscribing from the alumni mailing list. Please use for all other requests info(at)thu.de.

proTHU Mentoring

What is mentoring?

Mentoring means: An experienced specialist or manager guides a student on their path to a professional future—personally, practically, and as equals.

Over the course of two semesters, the mentor and mentee meet regularly, usually in one-on-one sessions. These discussions focus on personal development, career goals, and concrete next steps. At the same time, mentees gain valuable insights into a mentor’s daily work life and benefit from their decision to pursue graduate studies.

How do you become a mentee?

Requirements: Students at THU or Neu-Ulm University of Applied Sciences who have completed their foundational studies

Here’s how to apply:

  • Fill outthe application form and submit it along with a short video (via email or mail)
  • It pays to be quick: Spots are limited (“first come, first served”)
  • After confirmation, the program begins with a joint kick-off event, including mentor-mentee pairing

Afterward, the pairs organize their meetings individually. The program is supplemented by an interim meeting and a closing event.

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We finance your project!

The proTHU Association provides both moral and financial support for academic projects that have a positive public impact.

The proTHU Association—alumni and supporters of the University of Ulm—aims to increase the University of Ulm’s visibility in the public eye. That is why we support student projects that contribute to a positive public image for the University of Ulm. We cover material expenses of up to €400.

Requirements for funding are:

  • Public impact: Suitable projects are those that stand out for their practical relevance, technical sophistication, sustainability, and/or creativity.
  • Academic relevance: All projects carried out as part of studies at THU are eligible. Examples include: student research projects, semester-long
    projects, and internal theses.

  • Final presentation: By applying for funding, you agree to present your project at a proTHU event upon its successful completion. Such an event offers you the opportunity to establish valuable contacts with potential employers.
  • Membership: The applicant must be a member of proTHU. Membership can be applied for at the same time as the project funding.
    membership is free for students.

Application Form

Apply for project funding:

Students submit the funding application themselves. The application consists of the completed application form and a brief description of the project: Tell us what excites you about your project and why it fits our funding program!

Send the signed application via email to office@pro-thu.de.

  • Ralph Ehmann, IWL AG, Ulm, Chairman

  • Gregor Hermann, eXXcellent solutions GmbH Ulm, Deputy Chairman

  • Prof. Dr.-Ing. Manfred Wehrheim, Ulm University of Applied Sciences, Deputy Chairman

  • Thorsten Kühn, Deputy Member of the Board of Sparkasse Ulm, Treasurer

  • Michael Gmehlin, SWU, cash auditor

  • Jan Köpf, ESG, cash auditor

  • Prof. Dr. Volker Reuter, Ulm University of Applied Sciences

  • Dorothee Barsch, Head of Press, Marketing and Communication, Ulm University of Applied Sciences

  • Prof. Dr.-Ing. Hartwig Baumgärtel, Ulm University of Applied Sciences

  • Prof. Dr. Hariolf Betz, Ulm University of Applied Sciences

  • Michael Berchtenbreiter, Ulm Chamber of Industry and Commerce

  • Christoph Glöggler, Daimler Buses GmbH

  • Bruno Kluger, rubinion AG

  • Thomas Kornitzer, Volksbank Ulm-Biberach

  • Student representative

  • Office: Ingrid Klein

You can download the proTHU statutes here.

Contact

proTHU - Alumni and Sponsors of Ulm University of Applied Sciences

Prittwitzstraße 10, 89075 Ulm
E-mail: office(at)pro-thu.de

Ms. Ingrid Klein

Phone: 0160-1092222
E-mail: ingrid.klein(at)pro-thu.de

TECH IS HOW WE DO IT!