About 6 weeks after the Kickoff event, the GIPE++2025 project is well underway, and this week marks an exciting milestone: the launch of the spring school at the WHS in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.

Running from April 28 to May 9, 2025, the dynamic 12 days program promises to be a true highlight of the academic year, bringing together students and staff from partner universities around the world. Participants will begin arriving in Gelsenkirchen on Sunday, April 27,2025. Upon arrival, they will settle into their accommodation at Haus Heege, where they will stay during the program. With Haus Heege as their home base, the participants are set for a packed and inspiring schedule. This spring school offers much more than traditional classroom experiences. It is designed as a collaborative journey, combining intensive group work, creative brainstorming sessions and shared lunches to foster networking and cultural exchange. The program also includes carefully curated excursions and guided tours, offering participants not only the chance to explore and experience the local culture but also the innovation landscape of the Ruhr area.

Throughout the spring school, the focus will be on showcasing and advancing the 4 projects Participants will have the opportunity to exchange ideas, challenge conventional thinking and merging their creativity and knowledge.