On April 28, 2026, the rector of the Dresden University of Applied Sciences, Dr Heike Zimmermann-Timm, visited Mayor Torsten Ruban-Zeh for an initial professional exchange to explore opportunities for collaboration. Also attending were Christian Hoffmann, Head of Economic Development, Alf Wallner, Managing Director of the Konrad Zuse Academy Hoyerswerda, and Hans-Peter Schreiber, Managing Director of Lausitzwelle.
The discussions focused on how educational opportunities can be strategically introduced into a city shaped by profound structural change.
The aim of the meeting was to develop approaches for creating new momentum in social participation, skilled labor retention, and regional development through education.
The exchange was constructive and forward-looking, characterized by a shared commitment to developing innovative concepts to strengthen the region as an educational hub.