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Catherine Gibson

Until 31 October, nominations can be submitted for the “Contribution to Estonian National Identity” award.

Nominations can be submitted via the web form until 20 September.

Student-Led Presentations Showcase Innovative Approaches to Combat Disinformation in NATO-Funded FREETAD Project

Learning Estonian can be a rewarding and challenging experience. We sat down for an episode of Tiksu to UniTartu podcast with two teachers and an international student to discuss learning Estonian.

The mentoring programme will be held again this autumn semester, welcoming students, alumni and university staff to apply until 23 September.

The registration for three-minute thesis competition ends on 19 September.

Starting from 16 August, all staff and students of the university will be able to test the virtual assistant on the University of Tartu IT wiki page, which will provide support in solving IT problems based on existing guides. The trial period will last a couple of months, during which the Information Technology Office will be able to assess the quality of the virtual assistant service.

On August 9th, the University of Tartu and CEESEN co-hosted a discussion panel titled “How to become a smart green community?” during the Estonian Arvamusfestival.

International students in Tartu can choose between university dorms or private accommodation based on budget and preferences. Cody and Elfi discuss their experiences on the Tiksu to UniTartu podcast.

on June 20th 2024

This year, 400 new international students start at the University of Tartu. Hear travel tips and experiences from Vincent and Nicholas on the Tiksu to UniTartu podcast.

The updated virtual tour of the University of Tartu at virtualtour.ut.ee/en enables everyone interested to get to know the university’s learning and research environment already before arriving there. In addition, the tour gives an overview of bicycle parking and accessibility at the university buildings.

Welcome from the Dean’s Office by Mihkel Solvak, Associate Professor of Technology Research and Vice Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences. At the Skytte Institute graduation ceremony in June 2024.

Address on Behalf of the Master’s Degree Graduates Carl Frederick Liles at the Skytte Institute graduation ceremony in June 2024.

Presentation of the 5th interim report of the research project Human-centred approach for increasing financial well-being of individuals and societies in Prague on June 3, 2024

From 12 June, the University of Tartu’s Study Information System (SIS) features a new student dashboard, which brings important information for learners together in one environment.

The podcast “Tiksu to UniTartu” shares insights and tips to help future international students thrive at the University of Tartu. New episodes are release every Tuesday.

Speakers from each field are invited to give engaging presentations in Estonian or English, outlining the importance and results of their research.

On 29 May, the Estonian Human Rights Centre presented the "Respecting differences" label to the University of Tartu for the second time at the joint building of ministries in Tallinn.