Events and more

Physical activity is an important part of everyday life at the University of Tartu

In recent years, the University of Tartu has set itself the goal of promoting wellbeing through physical activity and sport. Sports competitions, daily opportunities for physical activity, and traditional community events are organised for both students and staff.
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University of Tartu and Tartu Maraton cooperate to increase opportunities for physical activity among university members

On 13 August, the Rector of the University of Tartu Toomas Asser and the CEO of MTÜ Tartu Maraton Indrek Kelk signed a cooperation agreement under which university staff and students can participate in Tartu Maraton events at discounted rates. The University of Tartu discount is already available. When registering for an event, select “Tartu Ülikool” as your team in the “OTHER INFORMATION” section. A 30% discount will then be automatically applied to the registration fee, based on the price in effect at the time of registration. As participation fees change during the registration period and generally increase as the event approaches, participants are encouraged to register early.
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UT sports club’s men’s eight won their first-ever Estonian championship title

For the first time in the history of the University of Tartu Academic Sports Club, the club’s men’s eight secured first place at the Estonian Rowing Championships at the Aidu water sports centre.
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Beginning-of-semester party “Introduction to Tartu Nightlife (3 ECTS)”

31 August at 19:00, after the opening ceremony and information sessions, all students – especially first-year students – are invited to Genialistide Klubi for “Introduction to Tartu Nightlife (3 ECTS, or Extra Awesome Party)”, organised in cooperation with GenKlubi, the University of Tartu Student Union, ESN Tartu, Tartu Student Days and EAÜS.
Get to know Tartu’s nightlife, take part in fun icebreakers and quizzes, and enjoy performances by a colourful line-up of local artists. A student tip for saving money: bring cash for your ticket!
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Nominate a university employee or student for honorary decoration

All University of Tartu staff and students 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.
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Alessandro Scarlatti’s opera L’honestà negli amori

On 17 September at 18, the Opera Studio of the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre presents Alessandro Scarlatti’s opera L’honestà negli amori (“Honesty in Love Affairs”, 1680), reconstructed by Estonian composer Eduard Tubin, at the University of Tartu’s assembly hall. This is the first time the opera will be performed in Estonia.

The concert is free for all school and university students. The tickets are available through Piletikeskus. Please note that students also need to download their free tickets from Piletikeskus.

Discover student organisations at the Ole Rohkem Student Fair!

On 2 September, the Ole Rohkem Student Fair will take place in Tartu Town Hall Square. Ole Rohkem is a cooperation network of Tartu student organisations. At the fair, you can meet representatives of nearly 40 student organisations, learn more about what they do and find a community that suits you. Both new and current students are welcome.
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Share your investing experience!

University of Tartu master’s student Mait Suursaar is looking for participants for his thesis research who have experience with investing. The study explores why we make the financial decisions we do and what we expect from financial freedom.
Participation involves completing a short background questionnaire and taking part in a 60–90-minute in-depth interview, either online or in person. Participation is anonymous and confidential. Interviews will take place in August and September.
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Take part in Emerging Technologies Olympiads 2026 in Hong Kong

The Emerging Technologies Olympiads – Eastern Conference 2026 will take place in Hong Kong on 10–11 October, focusing on AI, blockchain and quantum computing. Students can join the competition track with their own project or take part in the community track without competing. Students and recent graduates from all disciplines are welcome.
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