Topic: university

Come celebrate with us the beginning of higher education in Estonian!

During the preparation of the new strategic plan, university members are invited to consider how societal trends affect the future of the university. In addition, feedback is sought on the areas where the university should make a leap forward to best serve society in the changing world.

On 17 and 18 September, heads of the university’s support units, members of the Rector’s Strategy Office, the vice rector for development, the director of administration and the academic secretary visited Pärnu College to discuss the new strategic plan and related issues.

On 17 June, the University of Tartu council and senate held a joint session where one of the topics was drafting the new strategic plan. The council and senate members also discussed evaluation criteria for selecting the focus themes of the strategic plan.

As part of Tartu Mobility Week, all students, university staff and cycling enthusiasts are invited to join a bike ride on 16 September at 18:00 to get to know the most convenient cycling route between the Maarjamõisa study buildings, Vanemuise 46, and the Delta study building.

1 December marks 105 years from the opening of the Estonian-language University of Tartu. Traditional anniversary events will be held on that occasion.

On 25 October, the 392nd anniversary of the founding of the University of Tartu is celebrated.

The City of Tartu, University of Tartu and Tartu Urban Cyclists Society have selected the safest and most convenient cycling route between the Maarjamõisa study buildings, Vanemuise 46 and the Delta study building. The route also passes the University of Tartu Library.

The University of Tartu (UT) is committed to complying with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, including implementing measures to curb climate change.

Speech by Renar Kihho, President of the Student Body of the University of Tartu, at the opening ceremony of the academic year on 2 September 2024.