Ethio Swedish Alumni Network

23/05/2026

21/05/2026

Lund is Sweden’s best student city in 2026, according to a survey by Studentum. We’re not surprised at all Karlstad comes in second place and Uppsala in third.

In the ranking’s most important category, satisfaction, Lund comes out on top. A full 68 per cent of students say they are “very satisfied” with living in the city. Lund is also the country’s most sociable student city, with the majority of those surveyed saying it is easy to meet new people in the city. The main meeting places are the student nations and student societies.

Photo: Lund Carneval 2022, Johan Persson.

08/04/2026

Do you want to study in Sweden? 📣🎓

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Join the Study in Sweden Fair on Friday 17 April at Addis Ababa University Mandela Hall at 10.00-14.00 (4-8 local time)!

Representatives of Swedish universities and programs will join, with a focus on graduate and postgraduate studies.

Please register here: https://lnkd.in/dTz5x8ux

More information: studyinsweden.se



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Ethio Swedish Alumni Network

28/01/2026

Lund University continues to strengthen its position as one of Europe’s leading universities, ranking highest among Nordic universities in the QS World University Rankings: Europe 2026.

“We conduct research and education that truly makes a difference. Being ranked the leading university in the Nordic region and #1 in the world for sustainability is both a recognition and a responsibility,” says Vice-Chancellor Erik Renström.

Lund University is ranked joint 12th in Europe, climbing one place from last year, in a ranking covering more than 950 universities across 42 countries. The results highlight the Nordic region’s strong performance, with Lund University as the clear regional leader. Lund also stands out for sustainability and reputation, ranking #1 in Europe for sustainability and holding the strongest employer brand among Nordic universities.

Read more about the raking here: https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/lund-university-ranked-number-one-nordic-region

Photo: Kennet Ruona, Lund University Media Bank.

23/11/2025

ESAN at the Great Ethiopian Run 2025! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🇪🇹

Members of the Ethio-Swedish Alumni Network (ESAN) proudly took part in the Great Ethiopian Run 2025, which celebrated its 25th anniversary this year!

It was an absolute pleasure to be part of this iconic annual event in Addis. The energy, the fun, and the chance to connect with so many amazing people made the experience truly unforgettable.

A big thank you to the Swedish Embassy for sponsoring ESAN and making our participation possible. 🙏🇸🇪

We’re already looking forward to next year’s run! ✨💛💙

18/11/2025

Lund University is ranked #1 in the world for sustainability! We’ve topped the QS Sustainability Rankings 2026, out of 2,000 universities across 100 countries. This global recognition highlights our commitment to creating a sustainable future through research, education, and responsible governance.

Environmental Impact: #1 globally (100/100). Leading research in climate, energy systems, biodiversity, and sustainable cities.

Social Impact: #22 overall. #1 in equality and #2 in health and well-being.

Governance: #1 worldwide: transparency, ethical leadership, and student influence.

Vice-Chancellor Erik Renström says: "Humble, proud, and inspired to keep moving forward. This achievement is a fantastic recognition of our work and a confirmation that we are on the right path."

This success opens new opportunities for strategic collaborations in research, innovation, and policy development and inspires us to keep raising the bar for sustainability.

Photo: Kennet Ruona.

18/08/2025