The Wupper Scholarships are part of the talent scouting programme of the central student guidance and counselling services of the University of Wuppertal and are aimed at committed young people regardless of their social background. Since its introduction in 2019, the programme has supported talented pupils from the region on their path to training or studies.

Prof Dr Susanne Buch, Vice-Rector for Studies and Teaching, greeted the new scholarship holders with a warm welcome address. She made reference to a poem by a former scholarship holder, which had been recited at an earlier reception ceremony. A text that told of new beginnings and the power of new paths. Two harp pieces provided the musical framework for the event, lending it a special atmosphere. In a short speech, Prof. Dr Bilal Gökce, holder of the Chair of Materials for Additive Manufacturing, emphasised the social relevance of targeted educational support: "If we give young people not only knowledge but also confidence, real development is created. Programmes such as the Wupper Scholarships make an indispensable contribution here."

The cabaret play entitled "Notbremse" (Emergency Brake) by Paul Kober attracted particular attention. The graduate of the Velbert-Mitte comprehensive school was officially dismissed from the Wupper Scholarship Programme during the event.

The awarding of certificates to the newly accepted scholarship holders was the highlight of the afternoon. The young talents were recognised for their commitment and achievements with much applause. The farewell to the previous scholarship holders was also accompanied by recognition and personal words.