20 years of C3L
20 years of C3L
Celebrate two decades of lifelong learning with us
The C3L - Centre for Lifelong Learning at the University of Oldenburg was founded twenty years ago. Since then, it has stood for scientifically sound, practical and socially relevant further education across all phases of life. As an interface between the university, the world of work and society, the C3L shapes learning that strengthens people, develops organisations and promotes future skills.
This autumn, we will be celebrating our 20th anniversary with a diverse anniversary programme and numerous exciting event highlights - together with our partners, companions, participants and teaching staff.
We cordially invite you to register for our anniversary events on these pages, learn about key milestones and gain insights into the past, present and future of lifelong learning at C3L.
Our anniversary events from 15 September to 2 October 2026
The future begins with education - trends and challenges
Science meets school: participation and co-design
Everything is upside down - when emotions take over
Learning without borders - opening of the guest semester
Quo vadis psychotherapy - training in transition
Future Readiness - aspiration meets realisation
Loneliness as a social challenge
Security of supply and the energy transition: Who pays the price?
20 years of C3L - the milestones
The C3L - Centre for Lifelong Learning has existed in its current form for 20 years. But its roots go back to the founding year of the University of Oldenburg: the contact centre for advanced scientific training was launched back in 1974 - adult education was part of the reform university's DNA from the very beginning.
