At the graduation ceremony for Faculty I – Educational and Social Sciences at the University of Oldenburg on 11 June 2026, Maik Niederstein was honoured for his outstanding Bachelor’s thesis and his exceptional academic achievement. In his thesis, Mr Niederstein examines the influence of nursery school attendance on educational inequalities during the transition to grammar school. The award recognises both the academic quality of his work and his great commitment to his studies.

The Institute of Social Sciences extends its warmest congratulations to Maik Niederstein on receiving this award! We are delighted to receive this wonderful recognition!