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The Nordic Summer University (NSU) calls for project proposals for three-year study circles (2027-2029). We seek proposals for new scholarly networks addressing critical issues in culture, science and society. Founded in 1950, NSU is an independent, non-profit scholarly institution that provides platforms for networks and collaborations across disciplines in the Nordic and Baltic regions. The activities of NSU are based on three concepts: Research: NSU provides frameworks for critical scholarship with relevance for culture, science and society, where scholars and practitioners… Read more: Call for Proposals 2027-2029

The Nordic Summer University was created in 1950 to promote peace through scientific and democratic collaboration. In light of the ongoing genocide of the Palestinian population of Gaza by the Israeli military, we stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people and pro-Palestinian activists in the Nordic region, Baltic region, in Israel and beyond. As the majority of the population in Gaza enters the last stage of malnutrition, the Israeli parliament votes in favour of the annexation of the West Bank, and… Read more: Nordic Summer University statement on the genocide in Gaza

In light of recent threats to academic freedom in the USA and Europe, the Nordic Summer University strongly reiterates its commitment to academic freedom in all its forms. We firmly reject political and corporate interference in research and teaching. Academic freedom includes the right to freely choose research topics and content, to apply appropriate methods without restriction, to access necessary information, and to share findings openly with the public. It also encompasses the freedom to determine the content of teaching and… Read more: Nordic Summer University supports academic freedom

Nordic Summer University Nordic Networks for Interdisciplinary Study and Research Summer Session 2025 The Nordic Summer University is ready for the summer session 2025 which will take place between July 21 and July 28 in Korpilahti (near Jyväskylä), Finland. Join us for a fabulous week of explorations, discussions, creative and cultural events and community! The Call for Proposals are below for each study circle: Circle 1 Storytelling for Sustainable Heritage Practices and Active Citizenship Circle 2 Creativity under surveillance: art, critique and technology Circle… Read more: Newsletter 2025/1