About Us
For more than 30 years now, the Institute of African Studies has been providing the foundation and framework for Africa- and African diaspora-related research and teaching at the University of Bayreuth. The institute is a reliable and recognized cooperation partner, both on an international and national level, as well as on a regional and local level. Explore the core pillars of our organization below.
Vision
In 1990, with the participation of 23 chairs and professorships, the Institute of African Studies (IAS) was founded to sustainably promote African studies at the University of Bayreuth and to reliably bundle and coordinate all the University of Bayreuth’s Africa- and African diaspora-related teaching and research activities ...more →
Steering Committee
The governing body, elected every two years, is responsible for the research and teaching strategies of the IAS, coordinates the contacts with the partner universities and represents the IAS within the University of Bayreuth and externally. It consists.. ...more →
Team
The steering committee delegates the operational management of the Institute of African Studies (IAS) as well as the performance of additional tasks for two years to a spokesperson elected for this purpose and his / her deputy. The details are regulated.. ...more →
Members
The Institute of African Studies (IAS) unites outstanding scholars from different faculties of the University of Bayreuth. The IAS currently has almost 100 members from five of the university's seven faculties. ...more →
Ethics
The IAS Stands Against Racism and All Forms of Discrimination. As the central coordinating entity for all Africa- and African diaspora-related research and teaching activities, IAS upholds the principles of equality, justice, and fairness. In this regard, we: ...more →
Charter
The official constitution and legal framework of the Institute of African Studies. ...more →
Our Logo
This symbol of the Asante from Ghana expresses the value of "unity despite diversity". It depicts Siamese crocodiles that share one stomach but fight separately for food ("Funtunfunefu denkyemfunefu"). Such symbols.. ...more →
Building
Explore our physical facilities, offices, and research spaces located in Bayreuth. ...more →