The n-RNA
The nachhaltigkeitsRhein-Nahe-Allianz is the alliance of Hochschule Geisenheim University, TH Bingen University of Applied Sciences and EBS University – working together on all aspects of sustainability.
Organizationally, the nRNA is part of the Department for Strategic University Development and Sustainability at Hochschule Geisenheim University.
OUR GOALS
- to contribute to regional networking
- to strengthen awareness for sustainability in the local population – in cooperation with
- local & regional partners
- initiatives from politics & practice.
In addition to our pursuit of sustainability, we are united by our regional proximity, our knowledge of strength through cooperation and our ability to see challenges as opportunities.
OUR CHALLENGES & OPPORTUNITIES
The 3 Alliance partners are very different – both in terms of their focus (which is easy to recognize as an enrichment), as well as in their legal forms and the federal states in which they are based (which poses challenges for specific teaching collaborations, for example).
Events – n-RNA-TRILOG
When & Where
February 2nd, 2025
Hochschule Geisenheim University
What & for Whom
In order to comprehensively prepare learners for the challenges of the future in the long term, in a full-day event as part of the nRNA-TRILOG of Education we combined the strengths of:
- Hochschule Geisenheim University,
- Bingen University of Applied Sciences and
- EBS University.
Under the motto “Sustainably competent – Potentials, Projects, Partnerships”, we offered a platform for interdisciplinary and cross-location cooperation, combining theory and practice, for:
- our teaching staff
- our administrative staff in the field of teaching.
How
To inspire each other, we first presented our innovative teaching methods and interdisciplinary approaches, which we use to promote sustainable thinking and action among students and in executive training – and then used the momentum gained to:
- get to know the colleagues from the three locations better,
- exchange ideas on sustainability-skills-oriented teaching and executive training,
- develop collaboration ideas as well as identify and tackle challenges together.
RESULT
This resulted in 7 great ideas, which we now follow up in 2 working groups:
- cooperation structures (teaching)
- service learning modules
Are you interested in supporting us?
Please contact: charlotte.rafalski(at)hs-gm.de
When & Where
June 5th, 2025
09:00-17:00
Hochschule Geisenheim University
What & for Whom
In order to establish and strengthen regional interdisciplinary cooperation in the field of research, in a full-day event as part of the nRNA-TRILOG of Research we will be joining the forces of:
- Hochschule Geisenheim University,
- TH Bingen University of Applied Sciences and
- EBS University.
Under the motto „Sustainable research – Synergies, Strategies, Solutions“ we offer a platform for exchange and initiation of interdisciplinary and cross-location collaboration to:
- all our researchers
- from doctoral students
- to professors
- our colleagues working in research administration
How
First, the universities will present their respective research focuses – then there will be plenty of time to:
- get to know the colleagues from the three locations,
- exchange ideas for research projects,
- lay the foundations for jointly developing third-party funding applications in the future.
an nRNA-TRILOG for any of the 3 other fields of action is possible! – Are you…
…interested in:
- networking with our alliance partner universities on sustainability issues in Governance, Operations or Transfer, and
- support us in creating the nRNA-TRILOGs for that,
…or do you even have a specific sustainable idea already,
- but don't know which field of action it belongs to?
Please contact us – via charlotte.rafalski(at)hs-gm.de!
We will be happy to work with you!
The nRNA-TRILOG is the format for exchange and initiation of cooperation between our three universities on varying sustainability topics relating to the 5 fields of action of the Whole Institution Approach (governance, operations, teaching, research and transfer).
The two fields of action EDUCATION and RESEARCH are the first. From 2025 onwards, a full-day event will be held on each of these areas every year, alternately at one of the partner universities, to exchange ideas, network and initiate cooperation.
- ECOLOGICAL
- Food
In the spirit of sustainability and to support our common goals for sustainable development, we only offer vegan catering at our events. This decision enables us to minimize the ecological impact of our catering and to make a conscious contribution to climate protection.
- Food
- SOCIAL
In the spirit of equal opportunities, it is important to us to ensure diversity & inclusion so that everyone can participate in our events. This decision enables us to achieve the best possible outcomes for everyone (individually and as a community) and to move closer to the goal of empowerment.- Accessibility
Do you need special support or barrier-free access? We will be happy to provide you with these if you notify us in advance. - Perspectives
At our events, we strive to include all status groups that will be affected by the event and its impact. If we have overlooked your perspective, please let us know! - Family-friendliness
As a family-friendly university, we would like to expand our range of services to support you. With appropriate advance notice, we will be able to organize childcare for a limited number of children.
- Accessibility
- ECONOMICAL
Financial Justice
If our events are subject to a charge, there are 3 price categories:- Cost-covering standard price – medium level
- Supporter price – increased price, which helps to co-finance the reduced price
- Reduced price – our category to enable your participation even if you have a lower income.
You choose the price category that suits you. We trust you.
