On November 12/13, 2022, an alumni conference was held at the HSZG to mark the 25th anniversary of the Communication Psychology degree program.
We find ourselves in a time in which societies are drifting apart, real and digital wars are coming to a head and our civilization is threatened by a global crisis. But in the easternmost corner of Germany, there is a unique course of study that is countering speechlessness and hopelessness: the power of communication. And so, 25 years after it was founded, over 200 venerable, professionally active and student communication psychologists came together to exchange ideas, continue their education and advance their vision of togetherness.
Between workshops on current topics such as the climate crisis, new work and child sexuality, there was plenty of time to explore the professional perspectives of communication psychology and to network. On Saturday evening, a mentalist show expertly enchanted the mind before celebrating the reunion. On Sunday, Professor Bernhard Pörksen (University of Tübingen) received a standing ovation for his keynote speech "The Truth Illusion". Anecdotal and serious, with a delight in exaggeration and a feel for the fatal power of ideologies, the scientist and bestselling author explored the limits of our knowledge.
After two days, all participants streamed back out of the communication psychology enclave into the world, charged with new perspectives and a thirst for action, thoughtful and enthusiastic, ready to talk again.
Alumni can register for future conferences here.
