Donating and Endowed Giving at Ruhr University Bochum

Scientific excellence, educational opportunities, and social responsibility—what distinguishes Ruhr University Bochum (RUB)—rests primarily on the foundation of public funding. Yet true innovation requires room to grow: space to pioneer early-stage research before it reaches the mainstream, scholarships that unlock doors for emerging talent, and initiatives that connect science with society.

Join our community of supporters! Your generosity creates real, lasting impact—for our students, our university, the city of Bochum, and far beyond. Explore the following pages to discover how you can make a meaningful difference through donations and endowments at RUB.

Studentinnen und Studenten sitzen auf den Stufen auf dem Forum, im Hintergrund sind das Audimax und das Gebäude GA.

Support specific research and teaching initiatives

Drei Personen stehen im Kreis und unterhalten sich lächelnd.

Support young outstanding talent

Geschäftsführerin der Stiftung der Ruhr-Universität Bochum Susanne Seiler und Rektor der Ruhr-Universität Bochum Prof. Dr. Martin Paul halten zusammen das Logo der Stiftung der Ruhr-Universität Bochum.

Making a lasting impact

Foto des Rektors der Ruhr-Universität Bochum und Vorstandsvorsitzenden der RUB Stiftung, Prof. Dr. Martin Paul. Auf dem Foto steht folgender Text: "Vorstand der RUB Stiftung bringt strategische Neuausrichtung voran. "Eine Investition in die RUB Stiftung ist eine Investition in die Zukunft des Ruhrgebiets." Martin Paul"

Thursday, October 1, 2026 | A Sharper Profile

Supporting innovative research projects and fostering outstanding talent—that is the mission of the RUB Foundation. As a reliable partner of Ruhr University Bochum, it enables projects that go beyond the university’s state funding. Starting in 2027, it will follow a new strategic direction. On the occasion of Foundations Day on October 1, 2026, we spoke with Prof. Dr. Martin Paul, Rector of Ruhr University Bochum and Chairman of the Board of the RUB Foundation. You can read the full interview on the RUB news portal.

Strengthening RUB Sustainably

Foto: Handschlag.

An investment in the future of RUB and your region

By engaging with us, your company helps to enhance excellence in research and teaching while driving forward the development of the Ruhr region.

Foto des Gebäudes NB bei Sonnenschein. Im Vordergrund sind Bäume zu sehen.

It's time to rethink the future

By including the RUB Foundation in your will, you make a lasting contribution to research and teaching at RUB.

How your Support Makes a Difference

Foto: Mehrere Personen stehen vor einem blauen Aufsteller. Auf dem Aufsteller sind das Logo des Deutschlandstipendiums und das Logo der Ruhr-Universität Bochum zu sehen. Die Personen halten die Buchstaben D, A, N, K und E hoch. Das ergibt das Wort "Danke".

Your support enables cutting-edge research, ensures excellent teaching conditions, fosters young talent, and supports the vital transfer of knowledge to society and the economy.

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A Strong Network for RUB

For decades, our friends’ associations and the Society of Friends have championed the growth of Ruhr University Bochum. By supporting key projects and driving innovation, they connect RUB with the wider community—building vital bridges that extend far beyond our campus.

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Foto: Sechs Personen gehen lächelnd nebeinander. Hinter ihnen liegt der Campus der Ruhr-Universität Bochum.

Foto: Sechs Personen gehen lächelnd nebeinander. Hinter ihnen liegt der Campus der Ruhr-Universität Bochum.  | Image: RUB, Marquard

Students are sitting on the steps of the Forum; in the background are the Audimax and the GA building.

Students are sitting on the steps of the Forum; in the background are the Audimax and the GA building.  | Image: 2026 Graebe Media, all rights reserved.

Three people are standing in a circle, chatting and smiling.

Three people are standing in a circle, chatting and smiling.  | Image: RUB/Kantus

Susanne Seiler, executive director of the Ruhr University Bochum Foundation, and Prof. Dr. Martin Paul, rector of Ruhr University Bochum, are holding the Ruhr University Bochum Foundation logo together.

Susanne Seiler, executive director of the Ruhr University Bochum Foundation, and Prof. Dr. Martin Paul, rector of Ruhr University Bochum, are holding the Ruhr University Bochum Foundation logo together.  | Image: RUB, Marquard

Foto des Rektors der Ruhr-Universität Bochum und Vorstandsvorsitzenden der RUB Stiftung, Prof. Dr. Martin Paul. Auf dem Foto steht folgender Text: "Vorstand der RUB Stiftung bringt strategische Neuausrichtung voran. "Eine Investition in die RUB Stiftung ist eine Investition in die Zukunft des Ruhrgebiets." Martin Paul"

Foto des Rektors der Ruhr-Universität Bochum und Vorstandsvorsitzenden der RUB Stiftung, Prof. Dr. Martin Paul. Auf dem Foto steht folgender Text: "Vorstand der RUB Stiftung bringt strategische Neuausrichtung voran. "Eine Investition in die RUB Stiftung ist eine Investition in die Zukunft des Ruhrgebiets." Martin Paul"  | Image: RUB

Photo: A handshake.

Photo: A handshake.  | Image: RUB, Marquard

Photo of the NB building in the sunshine. Trees can be seen in the foreground.

Photo of the NB building in the sunshine. Trees can be seen in the foreground.  | Image: RUB, Marquard

Photo: Several people are standing in front of a blue display stand. The display stand features the Deutschlandstipendium logo and the Ruhr University Bochum logo. The people are holding up the letters D, A, N, K and E. Together, they spell out the German word "Danke". In English, that means "Thank you."

Photo: Several people are standing in front of a blue display stand. The display stand features the Deutschlandstipendium logo and the Ruhr University Bochum logo. The people are holding up the letters D, A, N, K and E. Together, they spell out the German word "Danke". In English, that means "Thank you."  | Image: RUB/Kantus

Portrait of Susanne Seiler

Portrait of Susanne Seiler  | Image: RUB, Wissing

Forumsplatz und Audimax

Forumsplatz und Audimax  | Image: RUB, Marquard

Two young women give each other a high five.

Two young women give each other a high five.  | Image: RUB, Marquard

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