Events
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19 January – 31 December
Other "Sweden Alumni Events" worldwide
Apart from events organized by Uppsala University, our alumni volunteers and our alumni chapters worldwide, there are also a number of "Sweden Alumni Events" taking place each year all over the world.
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22 April, 10:00–16:00
Ankdagen 2018
Ankdagen (The Duck Day) is Uppsala Union of Science and Tecnology Students’ family day that takes place on Sunday 23 April. The Duck Day is meant to entertain children, families and those who still are young at heart.
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23 April, 14:00–15:00
SketchUp workshop
An introduction to SketchUp
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23 April, 15:00–17:30
Skytte Laureate Portraits Unveiling Ceremony and Lectures
Come and learn about the rich history of Uppsala University's Department of Government, the oldest department of political science in the world, at the unveiling ceremony of Johan Skytte Prize laureates' portraits. The event features lectures about Johan Skytte, founder of the Department, Johan Skytte professors and Johan Skytte Prize. Language: Swedish.
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24 April – 26 August
Tokyo: Exhibition “The Art of Natural Science in Sweden — Treasures from Uppsala University"
The second of the “Intermediatheque Natural History Series,” this exhibition is a precious opportunity for audiences in Japan to appreciate the heritage of great Swedish scientists: Rudbeck, Linnaeus and Thunberg.
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24 April, 14:15–15:00
Exchange studies: Information about studies in Oceania
Björn presents study abroad opportunities for Uppsala university students to study in Oceania.
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24 April, 15:15–16:00
Erasmuspraktik: Scholarships for internships and essay writing
Apply for scholarships for doing an internship or gather data for your essay somewhere in the EU.
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24 April, 15:15–17:00
Lecture: Resistance in the Name of Putin
Full title: Resistance in the Name of Putin: The myth of the ‘benevolent president’ and the ‘loyal folk’ in popular protests in contemporary Russia. Lecture by Dr. Natalia Mamonova (Swedish Institute of International Affairs)
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24 April, 16:00–17:00
Exchange studies at National University of Singapore
National University of Singapore (NUS) is coming to Uppsala for a visit. Ms. Debbie Choi will hold a presentation for students interested in an exchange to NUS. At global rank of 22, according to Times Higher Education, NUS is one of the best universities in the world.
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25 April, 08:15–18:30
SciLifeLab Science Summit 2018
Welcome to SciLifeLab Science Summit 25 April, 2018, Chemical and Genetic Screening - Exploring the Future Frontiers of Human Health
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25 April, 13:15–15:00
Curious on R-programming? Step 3
Curious on R-programming? Welcome to a 3-step workshop. Follow all three steps or apply to one, according to your previous knowledge. These workshops are aimed at researchers and doctoral students. Please let us know if you have any specific requests.
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25 April, 14:00–15:00
Design Thinking
An introduction workshop to Design Thinking.
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25 April, 17:30–21:00
Sao Paulo: SwedenBrazil Alumni Event
To be held on April 25th, 2018 in the city of São Paulo, the SwedenBrazil Alumni event 2018 aims to connect Brazilian students who studied in Sweden and also to connect them to potential Swedish companies that operate in Brazil.
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26 April, 09:30–10:30
Introduction to Mendeley
In the introductory course we will help you get started, install the software and create an account. We will cover how to create a reference library, save references to Mendeley, add PDF files to your Mendeley library, how to insert citations and create reference lists according to your chosen reference style.
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27 April, 09:00
Hanoi: Eco Fika - try organic and join the 7 day challenge
Experience Swedish tradition of fika while also learning about the effects on the environment from the things we choose to eat and drink.
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27 April, 14:30–16:15
Lahore: Embassy Pre-Departure & Alumni Events
The Swedish Embassy in Pakistan is organizing Pre-Departure events in Lahore and Islamabad for students that have just been admitted to master programmes at universities in Sweden.
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27 April, 16:00–19:00
S:t Petersburg - Alumni and pre-departure event
The Swedish Embassy is arranging a Pre-Departure and Alumni Event in S:t Petersburg on 27 of April. Students that have been admitted to a Swedish program as well as alumni of Swedish universities are invited. The embassy would like to invite you to participate. The event is free of charge but you will need to cover your own cost of travel and lodging if necessary.
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28 April, 14:30–16:15
Islamabad: Embassy Pre-Departure & Alumni Events
The Swedish Embassy in Pakistan is organizing Pre-Departure events in Lahore and Islamabad for students that have just been admitted to master programmes at universities in Sweden.
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28 April, 16:00
Minnesota: Outdoor Valborg celebration with bonfire
The Uppsala University Minnesota Chapter will be celebrating Valborg at Chairman John Hasselberg's farmstead in South Haven, MN. Uppsala University Alumni and friends of Uppsala University are all warmly welcome to join.
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29 April, 17:00
New York: Valborg Gasque for alumni and friends
The Uppsala University U.S. Alumni Chapter proudly invites you to our annual Valborg Gasque!
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30 April, 14:30–17:00
Zürich: Mösspåtagning and Champagnegalopp (Valborg festivities)
Uppsala University Switzerland Alumni Chapter are pleased to invite you to our first Uppsalian Mösspåtagning and Champagnegalopp at Nordiska Roddföreningen, in Zurich, to meet with fellow alumni and friends and enjoy some time outdoors at the lake.
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30 April, 17:30–20:30
SF/Bay Area: Valborg speaker event with mingle and buffet
Join us for a Valborg Event together with UU Alumni Chapter in SF/Bay Area!
Agenda:
5.30 pm Registration and mingle - meet with old and new Uppsala friends
6 pm Presentation by Linn Areskoug: Teaching with Story Boxes and Writing
7 pm Valborg buffe, including pickled herring, snaps and singalong (bring your studentmössa if you have one!)
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30 April, 19:00–23:00
Hong Kong: Valborg Gasque
Varmly welcome to join the annual Uppsala University Alumni Chapter Valborg Gasque in Hong Kong.
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30 April, 19:00
Zürich: Valborg Gasque
We are pleased to invite you to an Uppsalian Gasque at Zunfthaus zur Schmiden in Zurich, to meet with fellow alumni and friends and together celebrate Spring and the Chapter’s 1st year in service, on Monday 30th of April 2018.
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01 May, 11:00–17:00
Gardens open for the season
Meet spring in the Linnaean Gardens of Uppsala. Enjoy the seasonal flowers, explore Carl Linnaeus' homes in town and in the country and have a "fika" or lunch in the garden cafés.
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03 May, 14:30–15:30
Introduction to Zotero
In the introductory course we will help you get started, install the software and create an account. You will learn how to create a reference library, save references to Zotero from article databases, library catalogues and web pages, add PDF files to your Zotero library, and how to insert citations and create reference lists in your document.
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03 May, 16:15–17:30
Exchange Studies: Info about studies starting spring 2019
The application for going on Exchange Studies in spring 2019 is open between April 15 to May 15, 2018. Come and listen to what partner universities will be available and how to apply for exchange studies.
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03 May, 16:15–17:30
Reckless Ambition: Explaining Moscow's Attempts to Interfere in the 2016 U.S. Presidential Election
with Professor Kimberly Marten (Columbia University)
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03 May, 18:00–22:00
Geneva: Understanding the human brain - Speaker event and mingle
UNDERSTANDING THE HUMAN BRAIN - THINKING AND RE-THINKING MAN AND MACHINE
The Uppsala University Switzerland Alumni Chapter, the Human Brain Project (HBP), the Swedish Swiss Chamber of Commerce (SSCC) and Uppsala University have the pleasure of inviting you to an evening to understand and discuss the latest developments in neuroscience, artificial intelligence, medicine and robotics. -
04 May, 09:00–18:00
Conference "Russia’s Role in World Politics: Power, Ideas, and Domestic Interests"
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05 May – 27 May
Guided Tours at Gustavianum
During May Gustavianum’s student guides offer visitors open guided tours with a new theme each Saturday and Sunday. Come and hear exciting tales from the University’s history, see unique objects and learn more about the traditions of today’s students.
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05 May, 13:00 – 06 May, 13:00
Guided Tours at Gustavianum
During May Gustavianum’s student guides offer visitors open guided tours with a new theme each Saturday and Sunday. Come and hear exciting tales from the University’s history, see unique objects and learn more about the traditions of today’s students.
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07 May, 11:00–13:00
Exchange studies: Last minute help with your application
The deadline to apply for exchange studies through the International Office for studies starting in spring 2019 is May 15.
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07 May
ClimateExistence-konferensen 2018
Welcome to the fourth ClimateExistence conference May 7-9 in Sigtuna! The focus is on the existential, societal, psychological, philosophical and artistic aspects of the climate crisis. The conference is hosted and organised by CEMUS and the Sigtuna Foundation. Registration with fee is required to participate.
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07 May, 17:00–19:00
Explore space with VR
Now you’ve got the chance to go out in space with both your feet on the ground!
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08 May, 11:00–13:00
Exchange studies: Last minute help with your application
The deadline to apply for exchange studies through the International Office for studies starting in spring 2019 is May 15.
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08 May, 13:15–14:15
Challenges of studying racism in healthcare
The seminar deals with the ambiguities of racism in healthcare settings and asks what a critical Medical Humanities approach might offer.
Seminariet är ett samarrangemang mellan Forum för medicinsk humaniora och samhällsvetenskap och Forskargruppen Välfärd och livslopp vid Sociologiska Institutionen.
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08 May, 14:00–15:00
R-workshop
Learn to program in R.
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08 May, 15:15–16:30
CV and Cover letter - be attractive!
CareerTuesday. A seminar on how to write your CV and Cover letter.
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08 May, 15:15–16:30
Ett attraktivt CV och brev - hur?
KarriärTisdag. Funderar du på hur du kan formulera ditt CV och brev inför en jobbansökan?
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08 May, 19:00–20:00
Chamber music at Musicum
Members of The Royal Academic Orchestra perform chamber music accompanied by pianists Anna Christensson and Andreas Kreuger.
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09 May, 10:00–11:00
The trees' birthday party
Dance, sing and celebrate the birthday of the trees that were planted by Uppsala's pre-schoolers in 2007. For children 2-4 years old.
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09 May, 11:00–13:00
Exchange studies: Last minute help with your application
The deadline to apply for exchange studies through the International Office for studies starting in spring 2019 is May 15.
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09 May, 11:15–15:00
Keystone Symposium – Precision Medicine in Cancer
SciLifeLab Keystone lunch seminar: Cutting-edge technologies in Precision Cancer Medicine. SciLifeLab will host a lunch-seminar presenting cutting-edge technologies available to researchers in the field.
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09 May, 13:15–15:00
NVivo-workshop
Let's learn NVivo together! Welcome to a workshop where we will work with NVivo, a software for qualitative data analysis. Bring your work and your problems, or just come to get a short introduction.
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12 May, 13:00 – 13 May, 13:00
Guided Tours at Gustavianum
During May Gustavianum’s student guides offer visitors open guided tours with a new theme each Saturday and Sunday. Come and hear exciting tales from the University’s history, see unique objects and learn more about the traditions of today’s students.
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14 May, 11:00–13:00
Exchange studies: Last minute help with your application
The deadline to apply for exchange studies through the International Office for studies starting in spring 2019 is May 15.
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14 May, 12:15–13:15
Excel workshop
This workshop is for you, who want to learn more about Excel. The session starts with a teoretical summary of a specific function and after that you can laborate with guidance.
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14 May, 15:15–16:15
Ångström Lecture 2018: Twisted Light and Radio Waves
Twisted light ( sv. "skruvat ljus") is a property of electromagnetic radiation which can be used to increase the information carried by light in laser physics and in classical as well as quantum-based communication systems. It has also applications in astrophysics and general relativity. Examples from different frequency ranges will be given.
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14 May, 18:00–21:00
Riyadh: Student and alumni reception
The reception at the Embassy is for students accepted to Master studies in Sweden in the autumn of 2018, as well as for alumni having studied in Sweden previously.
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15 May, 09:00–10:00
Library Breakfast at Dag Hammarskjöld and Law Library
Welcome to a breakfast at the library! We will show you how to access our resources and how you can access material that is not available at Uppsala University Library. We will tell you about our services and our support in information searching, reference management and publishing strategies.
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15 May, 09:15–12:00
Uppsala Forum Workshop: Designing Political Diversity Database
This workshop is a step towards the build-up of the Designing Political Diversity Database that aims to provide comprehensive, reliable and accessible data on formal policies designed to increase the political representation of ethnic groups and indigenous peoples around the world.
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15 May, 14:00–15:00
How does the universe work - simulations in VR
Would you like to blow up a planet? Crash a couple of stars into each other? Create a black hole? These days, astronomy students are using hands-on, virtual reality simulations of cosmic processes such as these to learn more about the inner workings of the Universe.
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15 May, 19:00–21:00
Durban - Alumni and Pre-Departure Dinner
Welcome to an informal gathering for alumni, newly admitted students and friends of Uppsala University in Durban.
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16 May, 11:00–12:30
Academic Publishing in the 21st Century: Markets and Technology, Survival and Change
An eye-opening lecture on academic publishing in the 21st century (covering the state of the market for scholarly publications, online publishing, open access and more) with opportunities for questions and discussion.
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16 May, 14:00–15:00
Bibliometrics Workshop
An introduction about bibliometrics.
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16 May, 18:30–20:00
Hagströmska gymnasiet's fashion show
The students show their own fashion collections.
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17 May, 09:15–16:30
Digital Humanities: Past Accomplishments, Future Directions
To honor and celebrate the contributions of Professor Hayles to the fields of literature and digital humanities, the Faculty of Languages takes great pleasure in announcing a one-day symposium on Thursday, 17 May 2018, in Humanistiska teatern, Engelska parken. The invited talks and presentations will be followed by a reception.
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17 May
Pretoria - Sweden Alumni and Pre-Departure Event
Uppsala University researchers and management will visit South Africa in May for the Sweden Research & Innovation Week. Alumni of Uppsala University, as well as alumni from other Swedish universities, are invited to alumni networking events in Pretoria on the evening of May 17 and in Cape Town on the evening of May 18.
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17 May, 14:00–16:00
Lego Serious Play
LEGO SERIOUS PLAY is a facilitation methodology created by the LEGO Group and since 2010 is available under an Open Source community based model.
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18 May, 09:00–10:00
Library Breakfast at the Library for Economic Sciences
Welcome to a breakfast at the library! We will show you how to access our resources and how you can access material that is not available at Uppsala University Library. We will tell you about our services and our support in information searching, reference management and publishing strategies.
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18 May
Cape Town - Sweden Alumni and Pre-Departure Event
Uppsala University researchers and management will visit South Africa in May for the Sweden Research & Innovation Week. Alumni of Uppsala University, as well as alumni from other Swedish universities, are invited to alumni networking events in Pretoria on the evening of May 17 and in Cape Town on the evening of May 18.
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19 May, 11:00–17:00
A Linnaean Garden Party
Time travel to the 18th century, hear the rustle of silk skirts, see silver shoe buckles glisten, and sample artisan foods. Find rare plants and seeds for your garden and pick up advice on how to grow them. Learn more about Linnaeus. Meet scientists, experiment, and learn more about Linnaean science. Guided tour in English at 11.30 and 14.30.
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19 May, 13:00 – 20 May, 13:00
Guided Tours at Gustavianum
During May Gustavianum’s student guides offer visitors open guided tours with a new theme each Saturday and Sunday. Come and hear exciting tales from the University’s history, see unique objects and learn more about the traditions of today’s students.
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20 May
Pelle Svanslös' Bicycle Day
Learn how to ride your bike safely with Uppsala's most famous cat, Pelle Svanslös (Peter-No-Tail). Children who complete Pelle's road sense track get hot dogs. Free of charge! (In Swedish)
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21 May, 14:15–16:00
Commanding the Seas of Humanities Data
Practices and tools for Digital Humanities on the US East Coast
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21 May, 16:00–19:00
Summer Closing Ceremony for Master’s students
At the end of each academic year, Uppsala University organizes a summer closing ceremony for all Master's students who are completing their studies. Individual Master's programmes and/or university departments may also arrange graduation events and activities for their students. Students are of course welcome to partake in both.
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22 May, 14:00–15:00
Adobe Workshop
Do you want to learn the programs in Adobe?
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23 May, 09:15–11:30
Introduction to EndNote
You will learn how to create a reference library, import reference-data from library catalogues and article databases into EndNote, collect and save PDF-files in your EndNote library, insert citations into a Word-document and create reference lists according to the reference style of choice.
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26 May, 13:00 – 27 May, 13:00
Guided Tours at Gustavianum
During May Gustavianum’s student guides offer visitors open guided tours with a new theme each Saturday and Sunday. Come and hear exciting tales from the University’s history, see unique objects and learn more about the traditions of today’s students.
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26 May, 15:00–17:00
The Royal Academic Orchestra: Alfvén och Prokofjev
The Royal Academic Orchestra performs H. Alfvén's Swedish Rhapsody No. 1 (Midsommarvaka) and S. Prokofjev's Symphony No. 5.
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29 May, 09:15 – 31 May, 14:00
Planting of summer flowers
We invitie all of Uppsala’s preschools and junior (6-year-old) classes to plant coneflowers (Rudbeckia) and marigolds (Tagetes) in the garden. Welcome to The Botanical Garden to dance and plant together with dance teachers and educators from the garden.
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01 June, 09:15–14:00
Planting of summer flowers
We invitie all of Uppsala’s preschools and junior (6-year-old) classes to plant coneflowers (Rudbeckia) and marigolds (Tagetes) in the school garden. Welcome to The Botanical Garden to dance and plant together with dance teachers and educators from the garden.
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02 June, 20:00
Museum Night
Uppsala’s museums open their doors for a joint evening special event. In Gustavianum, student guides create exciting encounters with the past. Guided tours in Swedish and English every hour on the hour.
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04 June, 13:15–15:30
EndNote Advanced Workshop
This workshop will include hands-on exercises and is aimed at those who have taken the introductory course and/or are already using EndNote Desktop.
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05 June, 13:15–15:00
Disseminate your research with Wikipedia
Disseminate your research and improve Wikipedia! Wikipedia is one of the largest encyclopedias in the world, and articles from Wikipedia are often among the top results in search engines like Google. Therefore, improving or adding articles and references to Wikipedia can be a good way of making research more visible.
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05 June, 15:15–16:30
Ett attraktivt CV och brev - hur?
KarriärTisdag. Funderar du på hur du kan formulera ditt CV och brev inför en jobbansökan?
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05 June, 15:15–16:30
CV and Cover letter - be attractive!
CareerTuesday. A seminar on how to write your CV and Cover letter.
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11 June, 13:00–15:00
Brush up your information seeking skills
This workshop is aimed at those who wish to update their information searching skills. During this workshop, we will focus on Social Sciences and/or Law.
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13 June, 10:15–12:00
NVivo-workshop
Let's learn NVivo together! Welcome to a workshop where we will work with NVivo, a software for qualitative data analysis. Bring your work and your problems, or just come to get a short introduction.
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14 June, 13:00–15:00
Brush up your information seeking skills
This workshop is aimed at those who wish to update their information searching skills. During this workshop, we will focus on Social Sciences and/or Law.
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14 June, 18:00–20:00
New York: All Sweden Alumni Mixer at Zibetto - Save the date!
Come and mingle with alumni from Swedish Universities, while having a drink and a bite to eat!
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15 June, 09:15–11:30
Introduction to EndNote
You will learn how to create a reference library, import reference-data from library catalogues and article databases into EndNote, collect and save PDF-files in your EndNote library, insert citations into a Word-document and create reference lists according to the reference style of choice.
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27 June – 29 June
European Network for Housing Research - ENHR 2018
The annual housing conference, European Network for Housing Research (ENHR), will be held in Uppsala in the summer of 2018.
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22 July, 10:00–16:00
Haymaking at Hammarby
Learn how to use a scythe and a rake. Listen to music and stories as you work. Buy old varieties of vegetables from the garden.
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16 August, 18:00 – 18 August, 21:00
Victoria in blossom
An opportunity to see the flower of the giant water lily, Victoria amazonica, and the pithaya in blossom. They open out at dusk, but not every night. Updates (in Swedish) on Facebook.
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19 August, 11:00–17:00
Harvest Fair at Hammarby
Harvest and fair at Carl Linnaeus' country estate. Trade stands with skins, craft, cheese, bread and vegetables from local producers. Try your hand at rye harvesting. The children can try on 18th century clothes and play old fashioned games.
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01 September, 11:00–16:00
Hops, Oats and Barley
It is harvest time at Carl Linnaeus' country estate! We harvest hops, oats and barley in the restored farmland surrounding Linnaeus' country house. Learn about old varieties of hops, and beer brewing. Gather hops to put in a sleeping pouch - a traditional remedy for better sleep. Tie a nek of oats and bring it home.
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02 September, 11:00–16:00
Botanical Garden Day
Garden fair with trade stands, experts, vegetable shows and a multitude of Geraniums on display.
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03 September
Autumn term commences
The academic year 2018/2019:
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05 September, 13:00–16:00
European Junior & Graduate Careers VCF
Join the Virtual Career Fair for new and soon-to-be graduates and find the right junior position to kickstart your career in 2018/19.
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08 September, 11:00–21:00
The Culture Night in the Linnaeus Garden
Try your hand at origami, learn about kimonos and witness a Japanese tea ceremony in Linnaeus' orangery. Listen to classical music and enjoy a choir singing. Visit Carl Linnaeus' home. As darkness falls, the garden will be Illuminated by candles. Enjoy a magical stroll among the flowers of autumn.
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08 September, 12:00–21:00
The Culture Night in The Botanical Garden
The Botanical Garden provides an ambient setting for moving meditation, Japanese martial arts, classical music, and a traditional fire show. Watch ceremonial archery on the lawn of the Baroque Garden. Explore the Tropical Greenhouse and hear the frogs sing. If you are lucky, the giant water lily will show you its flower.
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12 September, 09:30–11:30
Miniröris
Friskis&Svettis invites you to Mini-Röris (exercise to music for younger children) beside the Linneanum Orangery. There will be two sessions (9.30 & 10.30) and pre-booking are necessary.
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22 September, 11:00 – 23 September, 17:00
Apple Days
Did you know that over 200 varieties of apples are grown in Sweden? Get to know a good quarter of them at the apple exhibition att Linnaeus' Hammarby. Find out which apples you have in your garden. There will be a professional juicer if you want to bring your own apples and make "äppelmust" (not to be confused with "julmust").
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29 September, 11:00 – 30 September, 17:00
End of season at The Linnaeus Family
Your last opportunity to see Carl Linnaeus' country estate before it closes for winter. Visit Linnaeus' home and workplace and enjoy the last flowers in the reconstructed 18th century garden.
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14 October, 10:00–13:00
Harvest at Linnaeus' Hammarby
Come and volunteer att Linnaeus' Hammarby! It is time to harvest the last vegetables and to prepare the forest meadows for winter by raking them and collecting and burning branches. Work side by side with experts on agrarian history and learn about 18th century farming. All helpers will be rewarded with hot dogs and soft drinks.
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16 October, 09:15 – 18 October, 13:45
Planting of bulbs
Plant tulip bulbs for a more beautiful spring in the Baroque garden. There will be five planting sessions a day and pre-booking is required. Suitable for children 4-7 years old.
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02 December, 12:00–16:00
Adventsfika
Swedes survive winter by snuggling up somewhere warm for a "fika". We set up a temporary café in the Tropical Greenhouse on the first Sunday of Advent so you can combine "fika" with a healthy dose of chlorophyll.
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01 January, 12:00–15:00
A New Year at the Tropical Greenhouse
Forget winter for a while in the green, light and warm environment of the Tropical Greenhouse. Take a stroll through the rainforest or charge your batteries by the banana tree and meditate to the song of frogs.