A grassroots petition campaign has been launched to preserve the Architecture program at Bauhaus University Weimar (BUW), calling for expansion rather than cuts to the historic institution's offerings. The initiative, titled "Building Up Instead of Breaking Down – For the Preservation of the Architecture Program at BUW," seeks public support to prevent potential program reductions.
The petition platform requires supporters to provide comprehensive personal information to validate their signatures. Participants must enter their complete names, starting with their first name followed by their last name, along with a valid email address to confirm their support for the cause.
The campaign offers three levels of visibility for supporters who choose to sign the petition. Those selecting the "public" option will have their names visible to everyone viewing the petition. Supporters who prefer the "not public" setting will only have their information visible to the petition organizer and the intended recipients. For maximum privacy, the "secret" option ensures that signatures remain completely invisible to all parties.
This petition represents broader concerns within the academic community about potential cuts to architecture education at one of Germany's most renowned design institutions. The Bauhaus University Weimar has historically been a leading center for architectural education and innovation, making the preservation of its programs a significant issue for students, faculty, and the broader design community.
