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Jan vom Brocke becomes new President of the global Association for Information Systems
Prof. Dr. Jan vom Brocke von der Universität Münster ist von den Mitgliedern der Association for Information Systems (AIS), dem Weltverband für Forschung und Lehre in der Wirtschaftsinformatik, zum nächsten Präsidenten gewählt worden.
Kick-off of the 2025 Design Thinking Seminar
The 2025 Design Thinking Seminar successfully launched with its first virtual session. Students from the University of Münster and Georgia College met online for the first time, laying the foundation for a transatlantic, interdisciplinary academic collaboration.
Podcast Episode on „AI-supported Decision-making“
Prof. Benedikt Berger as a guest on “Born & Kepler”
In the latest episode of the “Born & Kepler” podcast, Andreas Deptolla speaks with Prof. Benedikt Berger (Junior Professorship for Digital Transformation and Society) about the real-world challenges and opportunities of using artificial intelligence (AI) in business and society.
Department of Information Systems welcomes Dr. Johannes Sedlmeir
On April 1, 2025, the Department of Information Systems welcomed Dr. Johannes Sedlmeir as Acting Professor for Statistics, Security & Trust.
God’sgift Okoebor joins the Junior Professorship for Digital Transformation and Society
As of April 1, 2025, God’sgift Okoebor (M.Sc.) has joined the Junior Professorship for Digital Transformation and Societey as a research assistant and doctoral candidate.
She holds a Master of Science in Information Systems from the University of Münster, where she specialized in Information Management and Business Networks, and a Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems from Covenant University, Nigeria.
"Last" lecture by Prof. Jörg Becker
On April 7, 2025, the Department of Information Systems bid farewell to Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Jörg Becker during his “last” lecture.
Since 1990, Jörg Becker has significantly shaped the department and the field of Information Systems. His research has left a lasting impression in the areas of process management, data management, e-government, information modeling, retail information systems and hybrid value creation.
Creative Strategy Day at the Department of Information Systems
On March 31, 2025, members of the Department Board Meeting gathered for a strategy day at the REACH EUREGIO Start-up Center to shape the future of the department.
The day began with a vision workshop, using the innovative “Lego Serious Play” method. This hands-on approach encouraged creative and collaborative thinking and led to several inspiring models that reflected visions for the future of the department.
First (virtual) Town Hall Meeting at the Department
The first (virtual) Town Hall Meeting took place on 28 March 2025 to provide information on organizational and administrative topics and changes, as well as new projects and similar topics at the department. The aim is to improve the flow of information at the department.
International Guests (VIPs) in the Summer Semester 2025
In the upcoming summer semester, we are pleased to once again welcome international guests to our institute, who have been accompanying us for many years in research and teaching.
Their expertise will provide not only our students but also the entire academic community with new perspectives and valuable insights.
Exciting News: Interreg VI Funding for CARE-FLOW
The “CARE-FLOW” project is being funded with 4.5 million euros by the Interreg VI program to enhance cross-border cooperation in the healthcare sector between Germany and the Netherlands. The aim is to develop innovative, data-driven solutions that optimize patient flow and capacity planning in emergency services, hospitals, and care facilities.