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Available on 25 November.
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya will give a guest lecture on the political situation in Belarus
On 18 November, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya will visit the University of Tartu, where she will meet with the rector and the Minister of Education and Research and give a guest lecture “Belarus after 2020: Dictatorship vs. European Future” at 15:00 in the White Hall of the UT Museum.
This year’s recipients of honorary decorations have been announced
On 21 November, at 16:00, Rector Toomas Asser presents the university’s honorary decorations at the ceremony in the assembly hall. All university members are welcome to be there to congratulate their colleagues.
This year, 77 people are recognised with the University of Tartu honorary decorations. The University of Tartu Grand Medal, the highest award granted to university members, is presented to Urmas Varblane, Professor of International Business, member of the University of Tartu council and member of the Estonian Academy of Sciences. Professor Varblane is an outstanding economist whose contribution extends beyond the conventional scope of academic work. He has served as a bridge between universities and entrepreneurship, making a direct impact on both public policy-making and corporate strategies.
In addition to the Grand Medal, the rector also presents the University of Tartu Medals, the Badges of Distinction and the decorations “100 Semesters at the University of Tartu”. See all recipients of the honorary decorations.
Come to Blood Donor Day on 26 November!
The University of Tartu and the Blood Centre of Tartu University Hospital invite the university family to a blood donor day on Tuesday, 26 November, from 10:30 to 15:00 at the Delta Centre.
Filmo-Ugri movie nights
This autumn, the Filmo-Ugric movie nights series will start at the University of Tartu, organized by the student representatives of the Institute of Estonian and General Linguistics of UT. Films about Finno-Ugric culture and linguistics are shown on the last Thursday of every month.
The first movie night will take place on 28 November at 18:00 in Jakobi 2-226, circular hall. The film “Sami blood” will be introduced by digital linguistics lecturer Joshua Wilbur, who is also involved in Pite Sami language research. See you at the movie nights!
‘Estonian culture in and for Europe’ film night at Elektriteater
In cooperation with Anna Hints, the University of Tartu is organising an evening of film and discussion which will take place from 17:00–21:00 on 12 December. The event will include screenings of the documentary Ordinary Life about European culture, which was produced as part of the Camino project, and the films Smoke Sauna Sisterhood and Sauna Day, followed by a discussion with Anna Hints.
Guest lecture about the impact of Hungarian innovators on the world
University of Tartu will host a guest lecture on 13 November about the impact of Hungarian innovators on the world. Ágnes Kollár, Lecturer for Hungarian Language and Culture at the University of Hamburg’s Institute for Finno-Ugric and Uralic Studies, will walk us through the remarkable inventions Hungarian innovators have brought to the world.
Join us for an intriguing guest lecture that explores the remarkable contributions of Hungarian inventors to the world of science and technology. Discover the stories behind groundbreaking inventions and uncover how these innovations continue to shape our modern world and inspire future generations!
Hungarian dance evening welcomes students
The next autumnal Hungarian dance evening will take place on 16 November at 18:00 in the Tiigi club house. Everyone is welcome to dance! Both beginners and advanced dancers are welcome!
PAUS(E) – A Relaxing Wellness Event at the University of Tartu Academic Sports Club!
Come and enjoy a day focused on physical and mental well-being! PAUS(E) is a new wellness event offering an opportunity to step out of the fast pace of daily life and experience the benefits of relaxing exercises to balance academic work. If possible, please bring your own yoga mat.
The event will take place on 17 November from 11:00 to 15:00 in the University of Tartu Sports Hall (Ujula 4), participation fee is 7 euros.
Tickets and schedule. More information at the Facebook event.
The event will mainly be held in English. We especially invite the entire university community to join, but everyone interested in enjoying a day for themselves is warmly welcome!
Free adaptation training for newly arrived international students
Integration Foundation invites people who have arrived in Estonia on the basis of regular migration less than 5 years ago (e.g. who hold a residence permit for work, study, to visit a family member, or EU citizens) to the trainings of adaptation programme 𝐒𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐚!
We offer adaptation trainings on 6 different topics (modules) – basic, work, business, studying, research and family life. At the moment basic and work module trainings are available for registration. We are gradually opening new groups of each topic module. We also offer free Estonian language courses on levels A1 – B1. Additional information and registration.
All training sessions are free for participants. To view courses and register, please create an account or log in to your existing account on the Settle in Estonia programme website. The adaptation programme is co-funded by the European Union and state budget funds.
Participate in a study on brand attitudes and perceptions
Vishal Pardessi is conducting a study for his thesis that focuses on assessing the brand attitudes and perceptions of Generation Z across Estonia. The data collected will help understand how this demographic relates to brands and their overall perception in today’s digital environment. Please respond to the survey by the end of today, 28 October. The survey is in English.
Visit the Telia Cyber Battle of Nordic-Baltic entertainment area and test yourself in a space game!
Mark your calendar for 1 November and experience the largest ethical hacking competition in the Nordic and Baltic regions! Watch the brightest cyber minds tackle real-world challenges and showcase their skills in safeguarding the digital world. Whether you’re an IT enthusiast, tech professional, or simply curious about the future of cybersecurity, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Be inspired by the next generation of ethical hackers as they compete to protect what matters most in the digital age!
Tartu Observatory invites you to test your skills with space mission challenges! Choose a landing site, pilot a spacecraft, design your own space vehicle, and select the best materials for it. Everyone who completes the tasks will be entered into a raffle with prizes as cosmic as the challenges themselves!
The Telia Cyber Battle of Nordic-Baltic & CyberSpike 2024 Final will be held at the University of Tartu Sports Hall, and entry to the entertainment area is free. Come and complete your first space mission!
Participate in the Food Hackathon!
Tartu Biotechnology Park, the Centre of Estonian Rural Research and Knowledge (METK), and the Food and Fermentation Technology Development Centre (TFTAK) are organising the Food Hachathon. This hackathon addresses real-world problems linked to the food supply chain, sustainability, and creating solutions that could be implemented in real life. The goal of the hackathon is to create potential business solutions in a short amount of time using design thinking methods, combining academic excellence and specific industry knowledge.
Who should apply? Students, researchers, entrepreneurs, food and agriculture sector employees, and anyone interested in contributing to the sustainable future of the food system is invited to come up with innovative solutions to important challenges in the agriculture and food sectors.
Dates: 29–30 November 2024
Location: Tartu Loodusmaja, Lille 10, Tartu
Registration: until 25 November
You can bring your own idea or choose a challenge provided by TFTAK and METK.
For the agenda, information about prizes, and more, please visit the Tartu Biotechnology Park website. Contact from Tartu Biotechnology Park: Keiu Käära, keiu@biopark.ee.
Join the inspiring fireside chat “Nucleate Baltics x Arvi Jõers: What is BioTech?”
Nucleate Estonia invites you to an inspiring fireside chat, “Nucleate Baltics x Arvi Jõers: What is BioTech?”, taking place at the Schmidt Centre of Tartu Biomeedikum on 31 October from 19:00 to 21:00, where we will be discussing the field of biotechnology, sustainable protein production and the future of the industry.
Connect with one of Estonia’s BioTech leaders, engage in a Q&A session, and network with fellow students, scientists, and entrepreneurs. Enjoy food, drinks, and meaningful conversations to end the evening. Sounds like a good deal, doesn’t it?
Share this event with your friends interested in science and entrepreneurship! Please register on Luma to let us know you’ll be attending.
Dark Matter Week from 29 October to 5 November
We are celebrating Dark Matter Week with public lectures about cosmic mysteries.
29 October. Manuel Hohmann’s public lecture “Three Stories of the Dark Universe”
4 November. Jorge Sanchez Almeida’s public lecture “What Is Dark Matter?”
5 November. Enn Kasak’s public lecture “Matter in the Quantum World”
›› Come celebrate the 392th anniversary of the University of Tartu
On 25 October, the 392nd anniversary of the founding of the University of Tartu is celebrated.
At 16:45, flowers are placed at the monument to Johan Skytte, the founder of the idea of the university and the first chancellor of the University of Tartu, and at the monument to King Gustavus II Adolphus.
At 18:00, there is a concert “When Academia Gustaviana was founded” in the university assembly hall. Ken Ird, Research Secretary of the UT Museum, talks about the founding of the University of Tartu, and the Rondellus ensemble performs love songs and dances from England and Italy from the era the university was founded, on baroque instruments and in period costumes. The concert is free.
All are welcome!
›› Participate in the Space Systems Software Security Testing Competition on 30 October!
CybExer Technologies, in cooperation with Spaceit OÜ, is organising the Space Systems Software Security Testing Competition as part of the Software Defined Space conference. Test your skills on 30 October at Mustpeade Maja in Tallinn and register for the competition. Participation in the competition is free.
›› Join the Youth Startup Summit!
The Young Entrepreneurs Club NGO invites all students to the Tallinn University of Technology main hall on 8 November, where you will have the opportunity to meet top startup entrepreneurs and investors. The speakers include Bolt co-founder Martin Villig, Funderbeam founder Kaidi Ruusalepp, and Lightyear founder and CEO Martin Sokk. The investor panel will feature representatives from Estonian angel investors and Venture Capital funds.
Youth Startup Summit is free for students and high school graduates.
›› Dark Matter Week Aims to Get Closer to the Cosmic Mystery
From 29 October to 5 November, we are celebrating Dark Matter Week at the university with public lectures to get closer to cosmic mysteries. In honor of this, an art and photography exhibition by Kärt Summatavet, Navitrolla, and Maret Einasto will also open in November at the Tartu Observatory in Tõravere.
The Tartu Observatory of the University of Tartu and the Tartu Old Observatory invite you to participate in the special Dark Matter programme.
29 October. Manuel Hohmann’s public lecture “Three Stories of the Dark Universe”
4 November. Jorge Sanchez Almeida’s public lecture “What Is Dark Matter?”
5 November. Enn Kasak’s public lecture “Matter in the Quantum World”
›› Library lobby is more comfortable and visitor-friendly now
The lobby of the library underwent renovations this summer. More comfortable seating areas were added on the ground floor, and the whole lobby became more functional. The priority was to create a secure yet attractive and convenient working and learning environment. Read the news.
›› Join the Annette Vee workshop during inspiration week on AI in higher education
The University of Tartu is hosting a series of events titled “A global and interdisciplinary perspective on using AI tools in university teaching and learning” from 15–18 October.
Workshop “ChatGPT is mid: A workshop for students learning in the AI era” for students:
16 October at 14:30 in Viljandi
18 October at 12:00 in Tartu
›› Free museum tour at the University of Tartu Art Museum on 19 October
This October, the University of Tartu Museum invites all international students of the University of Tartu to join exclusive, free English-language tours.
›› Become a Student Ambassador
Study in Estonia is looking for an addition to its excellent group of student ambassadors to share knowledge about Estonia and studying here.
Feel free to join if you:
- Enjoy writing, taking photos and making videos.
- Like to meet new people and take on new challenges.
- Like to share your experience of being an international student in Estonia.
Apply before 21 October.
›› Youth organisation AEGEE-Tartu is calling for new members!
ing: Youth organisation AEGEE-Tartu creates an international group of friends, organises cultural, thematic and educational events, and creates an opportunity to take part in European events and working groups.
›› Apply for the online Winter School from 23 to 31 January 2025 on the topic of “Co-Designing pathways for transformative change”.
Together with the Centre for Development and Environment (CDE), UniBe International is organizing an Online Winter School from 23 to 31 January 2025 on the topic of ‘Co-Designing pathways for transformative change‘.
Application is open until 15 October. If interested, contact your home institution to ask about the transferral of ECTS.
›› We invite students whose mother tongue is other than Estonian to language counselling
The language consultant Kulla Mellov offers assistance and support in writing academic texts in Estonian related to your field of study. The service is free of charge.
Contact the language consultant: kulla.mellov@ut.ee
See more information.
›› The orienteering course to the university dormitories is open until the end of this week
To 20 October, all University of Tartu employees, students, alumni, their families and all others interested are welcome to complete the orienteering course and reconnect with the history of the University of Tartu dormitories. Read how to participate and join the gift raffle. Photo: Liina Soosaar
›› Free museum tours for foreign students
This October, the University of Tartu Museum invites all foreign students of the University of Tartu to join exclusive, free English-language tours.
›› “Harmonia Universitatis” concerts to continue in the new academic year
The concert “180 years from Clara Schumann’s concerts in Tartu”, which will take place on 11 October at 18:00 in the university assembly hall, is a continuation of the concert series “Harmonia Universitatis”. The concert is free for all schoolchildren and students.
›› Think along: how societal trends affect the university’s future
The strategic planning committee invites all students to have their say in the development of the university’s new strategic plan. The university’s new strategic plan will be drawn up for ten years up to 2035. It will include a limited number of strategic focus areas where the university wants to achieve a leap forward in development and improve the quality and impact of its activities. The focus areas do not concentrate on individual research fields but on cross- and interdisciplinary themes.
Based on a trend analysis carried out by the Centre for Applied Social Sciences (CASS), the committee has formulated 16 macro trends that will likely influence the university over the next decade. We invite students to complete the questionnaire by 13 October and consider how these societal trends will affect the university’s future.
A summary of the responses will be forwarded to the University of Tartu Student Union, who will provide input to the committee to formulate the focus areas of the university’s new strategic plan.
Read more on the website.
›› Join the inspiration week on AI in higher education
The University of Tartu is hosting a series of events titled “A global and interdisciplinary perspective on using AI tools in university teaching and learning” from 15–18 October.
›› Apply for the online Winter School from 23 to 31 January 2025 on the topic of “Co-Designing pathways for transformative change”.
Together with the Centre for Development and Environment (CDE), UniBe International is organizing an Online Winter School from 23 to 31 January 2025 on the topic of ‘Co-Designing pathways for transformative change‘.
Application is open until 15 October. If interested, contact your home institution to ask about the transferral of ECTS.
›› We invite students whose mother tongue is other than Estonian to language counselling
The language consultant Kulla Mellov offers assistance and support in writing academic texts in Estonian related to your field of study. The service is free of charge.
Contact the language consultant: kulla.mellov@ut.ee
›› The 2024 orienteering course (re)introduces you to university dormitories
To 20 October, all University of Tartu employees, students, alumni, their families and all others interested are welcome to complete the orienteering course and reconnect with the history of the University of Tartu dormitories. Read how to participate and join the gifts raffle.
›› ENLIGHT calls to join the ENLIVE cultural exchange project
The students from the University of Tartu are invited to participate in ENLIGHT’s spring edition of the ENLIVE project organised by the University of Bordeaux. The online sessions will take place from 4 March to 12 April 2024.
The participants should have a B2 or higher level of English.
Registration is possible via web form until 19 February.
›› Mari Jürjens presenting her new album „… aga samas …“.
The album release concerts will take place at the Vanemuine Small House on 10 November at 12:00 and 16:00. Mari will be joined on stage by Aivar Surva, Andre Maaker, and Marti Tärn.
A special price is available for University of Tartu staff and students: by entering the discount code TARTLANE, the ticket price is 25 euros (regular price 32 euros). You can find more information and tickets on Fienta.
›› Come and listen to inspiring short lectures by doctoral students!
The UT’s Three Minute Thesis competition for doctoral students will be held on Wednesday, 2 October starting at 10:00 in the Conference Hall of the University of Tartu Library. At the event, you’ll get both inspiration for your own research career as well as useful tips on how to make a successful presentation. For the schedule and the list of participants, see the university’s website.
›› Screening of the film “Official Secrets” and a discussion on whistleblowing with British journalist Martin Bright and University of Tartu’s Professor Halliki Harro-Loit
Following the Centre for Ethics of the University of Tartu’ conference “Trust = Survival?!”
October 3
18:00–20:00 Film Official Secrets (with Estonian subtitles)
20:00–21:00 Discussion between British journalist Martin Bright and Professor Halliki Harro-Loit from the University of Tartu.
The University of Tartu, Philosophicum Lecture Hall (Jakobi 2-226)
›› Speech by President of Portugal Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa at the University of Tartu – 9 October
On 9 October at 14:15, the President of Portugal Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa will give a speech in English in the assembly hall of the University of Tartu, which will include a discussion with the audience. The whole university family is welcome to attend.
›› Information Event for Students and Researchers on Study and Research in Germany and DAAD Scholarships
10 October at 14:15
Room 229, Lossi 3, Tartu
Facebook event
›› Inspiration week on AI
The UT working group on AI in teaching invites students to an inspiration week on AI! Please fill in the registration form to participate.
The event takes place on 18 October at 14:30-16:00 at the Jakobi 2 lecture hall. Annette Vee (University of Pittsburgh) will give a presentation and a workshop to the students, focusing on
- the opportunities and limitations of generative AI in learning
- and providing practical recommendations for its use.
The same workshop will be held on 16 October at 14:30-16:00 at the Viljandi Culture Academy (Posti 1-319).
›› The project is looking for interviewees with higher education who have Estonian roots and have lived abroad for at least four consecutive years.
Kendra Kabanen is a 3rd year digital product design student at the Estonian Academy of Arts. They are currently working on a service design project in co-operation with the Integration Foundation and are looking for interviewees who:
- have acquired higher education at least at BA level;
- are from Estonia / have Estonian roots;
- have at least 4 years of consecutive residence abroad.
The aim of the interviews is to map the return journey of high-educated Estonians who have lived abroad and to define the problems they have encountered along the way. The aim of the project is to find solutions to the problems of the returnees, which could be implemented by the Integration Foundation in their services.
If you fit in our focus group and would like to share your experience with them, please fill the registration form and they will get in touch with you.
›› Join the mentoring programme!
All curious, open-minded students of the University of Tartu who are willing to learn from the experience of successful experts are welcome to apply for the 2024/2025 programme. Read more information and apply until 23 September.
›› Join the International Student Ambassadors programme!
All international degree-seeking students are welcome to apply for the International Student Ambassadors (ISA) programme. Apply by 29 September.
›› ENLIGHT calls to join the ENLIVE cultural exchange project
The students from the University of Tartu are invited to participate in ENLIGHT’s spring edition of the ENLIVE project organised by the University of Bordeaux. The online sessions will take place from 4 March to 12 April 2024. The study period is six weeks with weekly online sessions. The participants should have a B2 or higher level of English. Registration is possible via web form until 19 February.
›› Webinar about misinformation
On 20, 23 and 24 September, Andreas Ventsel and Mari-Liis Madisson from the University of Tartu’s Department of Semiotics, along with other colleagues participating in the Erasmus+ project “S.HI.E.L.D. vs Disinfo” (2023–2025), will organise a webinar to share the initial project results. The project focuses on developing the necessary skills to combat misinformation in digital media. It also involves advancing the teaching of critical digital literacy by creating theoretical frameworks and practical solutions for developing new courses in European higher education institutions.
The webinar is intended for students, educators, and researchers and will provide valuable insights and practical techniques for addressing the growing challenge of disinformation.
The webinar is free of charge.
Please register by filling out this form.
›› The National Library of Estonia offers you a free on-site or online consultation
The National Library of Estonia offers you a free on-site or online consultation that can help you become a mastermind with superpowers!
Consultation includes a tour in the research portal and free access to an impressive amount of the world’s largest data bases and personalised advice on how to find the spot-on sources relevant to your topic. Read more.
›› Build-a-thon Energy hackaton is coming again!
Join us at Mektory, Tallinn, 18–20 October, where innovative young talents will collaborate to solve renewable energy challenges. With a prize pool of €10,000 up for grabs, participants gain full access to state-of-the-art equipment and guidance from industry-leading mentors and experts. Don’t miss this opportunity to make an impact! Learn more and secure your spot today!
›› Course supporting communication in Estonian
With practical and active learning methods, all sub-skills of the foreign student’s Estonian language are developed, the course topics and activities focus on communication language and dialogues.
Register to the course until 16 September.
›› Cycling tour between university buildings
On 16 September at 18, students, university staff, and cycling enthusiasts are invited to participate in a bike tour to explore the most convenient cycling route between the Maarjamõisa educational buildings, Vanemuine 46, and the Delta building. Read more and join also the Facebook event.
›› Dear doctoral student! Come share your exciting research with others!
At the three-minute thesis competition you can put your presentation skills to the test, talk about your research in a different way than usual and gain a wider audience for your work. Presentations are invited from all fields of research in Estonian or English. The best presenters will receive cash prizes and an opportunity to represent the university in follow-up competitions.
Important dates:
• Register by 19 September. Fill in the registration form in Estonian or English, depending on the language of your presentation.
• On 24 September from 16–18, all doctoral students can attend a practical training course in English conducted by pitching expert Maret Ahonen.
• This year’s competition takes place on Wednesday, 2 October in the University of Tartu Library Conference Hall. Everyone is welcome to listen to the presentations! Further information.
›› Nominate candidates for the university’s honorary decoration
All university members are invited to nominate candidates who deserve to be awarded the university’s honorary decoration for their outstanding achievements. Nominations can be submitted via the web form until 20 September. When you submit the proposal, please enter the candidate’s name and briefly describe why the person should receive the decoration.
The senate decides the awarding of the Grand Medal at its October meeting. The rector decides the awarding of the Medal, the Badge of Distinction and the decoration “100 Semesters at the University of Tartu” immediately after the same meeting of the senate.
Recipients of honorary decorations will be announced on 25 October 2024.
Presentation of the honorary decorations will take place on 21 November 2024 at 16:00 in the assembly hall of the main building. The entire university family is welcome to attend!
›› University of Tartu symbol hunt: Snap & Win University of Tartu merch!
The challenge is to find three symbols, take photos of them, and upload them to your Instagram account with the hashtag #utsymbolhunt. You can post them separately, in one post, or as a collage. Whether it’s university buildings, items with the logo, or anything else, get creative! Three winners who upload three photos by 20 September will be randomly selected to win a UT hoodie or Tiksu socks. Please make sure your Instagram profile is public during the contest and don’t forget the hashtag!
›› Join the mentoring programme!
All curious, open-minded students of the University of Tartu who are willing to learn from the experience of successful experts are welcome to apply for the 2024/2025 programme. Read more information and apply until 23 September.
›› Join the International Student Ambassadors programme!
All international degree-seeking students are welcome to apply for the International Student Ambassadors (ISA) programme. Apply by 29 September.
›› Cycling tour between university buildings
On 16 September at 18:00, students, university staff, and cycling enthusiasts are invited to participate in a bike tour to explore the most convenient cycling route between the Maarjamõisa educational buildings, Vanemuine 46, and the Delta building. Join the Facebook event.
›› Join the International Student Ambassadors programme!
All international degree-seeking students are welcome to apply for the International Student Ambassadors (ISA) programme. Apply by 29 September.
›› Join the mentoring programme!
All curious, open-minded students of the University of Tartu who are willing to learn from the experience of successful experts are welcome to apply for the 2024/2025 programme. Read more information and apply.
›› The 2024 orienteering course (re)introduces you to university dormitories
To 20 October, all University of Tartu employees, students, alumni, their families and all others interested are welcome to complete the orienteering course and reconnect with the history of the University of Tartu dormitories. Read how to participate and join the gifts raffle.
›› On 4 September, the OLE ROHKEM. Student Fair 2024 will take place at Tartu Town Hall Square
More than 40 student organisations will be present at the fair offering different opportunities for students in Tartu to get involved outside of university, meet like-minded people and be more. The fair takes place 11.30-17.00. More information about the event.
›› Public lecture by professor Jeff McMahan and presentation of the special issue of Studia Philosophica Estonica
On 5 September, one of the world’s leading moral philosophers, Professor Jeff McMahan from the University of Oxford will give a public lecture on the ethics of killing and just war theory. His lecture also marks the publication of a special issue of Studia Philosophica Estonica special issue: “Reflections on the Russia-Ukraine war”. The event is held from 16:00 to 18:00 in White Hall at the University of Tartu Museum.
Professor McMahan will challenge traditional just war theory, offering a revisionist perspective that questions the moral permissibility of any Russian military action in Ukraine. He will explore the ethical implications for Ukraine’s defensive strategies, particularly the need to avoid escalation to nuclear conflict. McMahan will also examine the moral responsibilities of civilians in wartime, focusing on the ethics of targeting Russian civilians during the ongoing conflict.
Opening remarks by:
Aaron James Wendland, Editor of “Reflections on the Russia-Ukraine War’ and Vision Fellow in Public Philosophy at King’s College London;
Margit Sutrop, Member of the Estonian Parliament, Head of the Centre for Ethics, and Professor of Practical Philosophy at the University of Tartu;
Maksym Kononenko, Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Ukraine to the Republic of Estonia.
Public lecture by Prof. McMahan, followed by a Q&A session.
NB! Current issue is really special, besides being public and available for everyone, it consists articles from such world-renowned authors as Margaret Atwood – a Canadian writer, Timothy Snyder – one of the most celebrated scholars of Ukrainian history, two preeminent Oxford ethicists: Jeff McMahan and Jonathan Wolff, and three of Ukraine’s leading cultural critics, Mychailo Wynnyckyj, Volodymyr Yermolenko, and Irina Zherebkina. Taken together, these writers offer a clear and compelling examination of the defining issue of our time, by combining cutting-edge academic research with intimate personal experiences of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Facebook event to share with friends and colleagues.
›› Discounted tickets for students to the EUROTOUR concert at Tartu Song Festival arena on 7 September
On Saturday, 7 September at 18:00, a joint concert called EUROTUUR will take place at the Tartu Song Festival arena, featuring performances by 5MIINUST & Puuluup, with special guest Windows95man. More detailed information about the concert can be found on the EUROTOUR website.
The company PS Music Agency is offering students a discounted opportunity to purchase tickets for EUROTOUR. The current ticket price is 25 euros (30 euros on-site), and there is a special price of 20 euros for University of Tartu students (password/ligipääsukood: tartuülikool).
›› Join the mentoring programme!
All curious, open-minded students of the University of Tartu who are willing to learn from the experience of successful experts are welcome to apply for the 2024/2025 programme. Read more information and apply.
›› Information Technology Office invites you to try the IT helpdesk virtual assistant
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.
A virtual assistant is an artificial intelligence-based chatbot that is trained to answer questions according to the guides on the IT helpdesk wiki pages. For example, the questions fed to the assistant may concern Outlook setup, printing or the first login of a new student to the university’s online environments.
Read more about how to use the virtual assistant.
›› Quiz Observatournament
Test your knowledge and take part in the quiz Observatournament, which will take place on 26 September at 18:00 in Tartu Old Obseravtory.
You can participate in both Estonian and English.
›› Join the mentoring programme!
All curious, open-minded students of the University of Tartu who are willing to learn from the experience of successful experts are welcome to apply for the 2024/2025 programme. Read more information and apply.
›› Inside Life Science Careers
Are you curious about the diverse career opportunities available with a science degree? Join us for an hour of discussion about the different aspects of working in the field of science.
Whether you are considering a career in research, industry, education, or looking to explore non-traditional paths such as science communication, this panel will provide valuable guidance on how to navigate your career choices. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions, network with professionals, and gain practical advice.
Our panelists are leading scientists with unique and diverse backgrounds. You wouldn’t want to miss hearing about their experiences.
The event is on 28 August at 19 in Biomeedikum (Ravila 19, Tartu). The event is held in English. Read more information and registrate to the event.
›› Choir Ziemeļu Balsis welcomes new members
Would you like to sing in Estonian song festival? Ziemeļu Balsis is an international choir that operates in two cities – Tartu and Tallinn. They describe themselves as a fun bunch – students, medical professionals, event organisers, IT specialists etc. Some have huge singing experience, and some just learned to sing in choir with them.
During the 2024/2025 season their main goals are to sing full cycle Daugava (written by M. Brauns) in Riga and participation in Estonian song festival. Join Ziemeļu Balsis.
