Since 1952, the FRANZ HITZE HAUS Academy has been organizing events in the field of political, social, theological, cultural and science-related education and encounters. Scientifically proven speakers develop the current program in eight departments. The academy is an institution of the Münster diocese and is financed from its funds. The academy is recognized according to the further education law of North Rhine-Westphalia and is part of the twentyfour Catholic academies in Germany.