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Location: Saulkrasti, Latvia.Dates: 24–31 July, 2026. What is Summer Session? Summer Session is the yearly culmination of NSU’s activities where all study circles of the Nordic Summer University hold their sessions at a shared location. The program comprises presentations, discussions, keynotes, workshops, readings, performances and a general assembly (GA) where every participant can take part in the democratic functioning of the organisation. There is also swimming, walking, and enjoying each other’s company. Participants coming with families are very welcome, there will… Read more: Summer Session 2026: Essentials to Know

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