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We are a rapidly developing international research university, the centre of academic spirit in Estonia as a national university, and a leader in social development. The University of Tartu belongs to the top 1% of the world’s best universities according the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings and is the highest-ranked University in Estonia.

🚶🏻‍♀️ University of Tartu step challenge starts in October!We invite members of the university community to be more acti...
26/09/2026

🚶🏻‍♀️ University of Tartu step challenge starts in October!

We invite members of the university community to be more active, log their steps using the StepUp app, and take part in a friendly competition. 🍂

Collect steps together with course mates or colleagues: walk to university or work, take a stroll together during your lunch break, or simply encourage one another to be more active. 🥰

After the end of the challenge, members with highest number of steps will be recognised, and prizes will be raffled among all participants. 🎉

Read how to participate on the university website: https://ut.ee/en/news/university-tartu-step-challenge-adds-physical-activity-each-day

📸 Undercliff Creative

📢 Today, students in Tallinn and Tartu spoke up, because getting by while studying shouldn’t be a full-time job of its o...
24/09/2026

📢 Today, students in Tallinn and Tartu spoke up, because getting by while studying shouldn’t be a full-time job of its own.

The demonstration “Läbipõlev Eesti tulevik” (Estonia’s Future Burning Out) began in the morning outside Stenbock House in Tallinn and continued at noon outside the Ministry of Education and Research in Tartu. Our students were there too. It was organised by the Federation of Estonian Student Unions and the University of Tartu Student Union together with other higher education institutions in Tartu.

“Free higher education isn’t really free if students can’t afford to live while studying.” That was the day’s main message.

Too many students have to choose between studying, working and covering basic costs. Students called for:

- student support that reaches those who truly need it and keeps pace with inflation
- stable, long-term funding for higher education
- a real student voice in the decisions that affect them

Thank you to everyone who showed up today!

📷 Maria Grünberg

🏃‍♀️🏃 Join your university community at the Tartu City Marathon!When it comes to physical activity, it is not the pace o...
24/09/2026

🏃‍♀️🏃 Join your university community at the Tartu City Marathon!

When it comes to physical activity, it is not the pace or results that matter most, but the opportunity to be active, spend time together and enjoy a sense of wellbeing. 🥰

🎓 Members of the university community receive a 30% discount on the entry fee (select “Tartu Ülikool” as your team during registration).

👕 The first 200 members of the university community who register for Friday Night Run or a Tartu City Marathon distance and submit the T-shirt request form will receive a free University of Tartu sports shirt.

📣 Cheer on your fellow runners anywhere along the course or join us at the University of Tartu cheering point in front of the Main Building. We'll be serving hot tea and coffee, and three Kaisu-Tiksu stuffed toys will be raffled among participants.

More information 👉 https://ut.ee/en/event/15th-tartu-city-marathon

📸 TÜ majandusteaduskond

Moving to a new country comes with many questions and one of the biggest is often... where will I live? 🏡When Daniel fro...
23/09/2026

Moving to a new country comes with many questions and one of the biggest is often... where will I live? 🏡

When Daniel from the USA was preparing to move to Tartu, finding accommodation felt like a daunting task at first. In his latest International Student Ambassador blog post, he shares what he learned from experience: how dormitories work, where to look for private rentals, what to know about broker fees and why it helps to start early.

From Raatuse 22 to real-estate websites and Facebook Marketplace, Daniel’s tips are a practical starting point for anyone planning their move to Tartu.

Read the blog post: https://isablog.ut.ee/blog/finding-accommodation-in-tartu-tips-from-experience-daniel-usa/

⏰ Last chance to apply for the University of Tartu mentoring programme!If you have been thinking about getting support i...
22/09/2026

⏰ Last chance to apply for the University of Tartu mentoring programme!
If you have been thinking about getting support in setting your professional, academic or personal goals this autumn – or sharing your own experience and knowledge as a mentor – now is the time to apply.
The University of Tartu mentoring programme brings together students, alumni and staff with experience from a wide range of fields. A mentoring relationship can offer an opportunity to discuss career choices, gain professional insight, learn more about working life or simply look at your next steps from a fresh perspective together with someone experienced.

📅 The application deadline is tomorrow, 23 September.
👉 Apply here: ut.ee/en/mentoring-programme

Take a look at moments from the opening event of last year’s mentoring programme in the gallery.

📸 Taavi Taivere

🏋 The “Active UT” special training week starts today, and there are still places available in several sessions.In cooper...
21/09/2026

🏋 The “Active UT” special training week starts today, and there are still places available in several sessions.

In cooperation with TÜ spordiesindus, the programme includes BodyBalance, a circuit training for general physical conditioning training, a run, strength and stretch session, CrossTraining and midday yoga. Choose the session that suits you or join several! 💪

The training sessions take place from 21–25 September at the University of Tartu Academic Sports Club, and participation is free for all University of Tartu community members.

Find out more about the training options and registration 👉 https://ut.ee/en/event/university-student-sport-week-active-ut-special-classes

📸 Tartu Ülikooli Akadeemiline Spordiklubi

🥞 Pancakes served – Tartu Student Days have officially begun! This morning, the Tartu Student Days autumn festival kick...
21/09/2026

🥞 Pancakes served – Tartu Student Days have officially begun!

This morning, the Tartu Student Days autumn festival kicked off at Town Hall Square with pancakes, treats, and a fantastic atmosphere. Student and youth organisations served free breakfast to the people of Tartu, giving early risers a chance to grab a bite before their first lectures.

Tartu Student Days run from 21–27 September, bringing a full week packed with student traditions, unforgettable experiences and exciting events. It is a great opportunity to take a break from coursework and experience Tartu’s vibrant student life.

📸 Take a look at how the festival week kicked off!

👉 Explore the full programme: www.studentdays.ee



📸 Heli Vesterberg

Alumni, we need your opinion! 🎓Today we launched the University of Tartu alumni survey. We want to know what you expect ...
17/09/2026

Alumni, we need your opinion! 🎓

Today we launched the University of Tartu alumni survey. We want to know what you expect from your university as a graduate, which opportunities you value and how you would like to stay connected after graduation.

Why take part? Your answers will shape what the University of Tartu offers its alumni in the future: which opportunities and services to create, how we keep in touch and how to make staying connected easier and more rewarding.

The survey is carried out by Emor on behalf of the University of Tartu and takes about 15 minutes.

📩 Invitations were sent by email to alumni whose valid address the university has. If you didn't receive one, you can still take part.

👉 Take the survey: https://interviewing.nfieldmr.com/Interviews/AuF6E/KYZ7V6INSuFbQMJc1ojt

The survey is open until 30 September. Results will be ready in early December and will guide our future alumni cooperation.

16/09/2026

Inaugural lecture | Arun Kumar Singhi inauguratsiooniloeng

16/09/2026

Walk or cycle to work and lectures 🚶‍♀️🚲

Choose the way that suits you best ☀️

From 16 to 22 September, to mark the European Mobility Week, the Tartu Smart Bike Share offers a 50% discount on the monthly pass with the code "Liigun26" 🤩 Buy your membership: ratas.tartu.ee

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