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President of UTSU Eneken Riin Salong at ball: national university is a place where everyone can grow into a scholar and creator
To ensure the continuity of the national university, we must take responsibility to pass on and uphold the intellectual heritage of the national university.
University members are invited to propose nominees for annual awards until 20 December
With the annual awards, the university aims to recognise its employees’ and students’ outstanding achievements in teaching, doing research and serving society.
University of Tartu student representatives: resolving harassment and bullying cases must be fair and comprehensive
The Board of the University of Tartu Student Union urges fair, transparent handling of harassment cases, prioritizing victim safety and ensuring all students and staff feel safe and respected.
Watch the recording: University of Tartu development conference “A university for us, Estonia and the world”
On 27 October from 13–18, the University of Tartu development conference “A university for us, Estonia and the world” took place in the university assembly hall and online. Keynote speakers were Toomas Hendrik Ilves, Kersti Kaljulaid and Kristina Kallas.
Rector acknowledged the Solaride team
On 20 October, Rector of the University of Tartu, Toomas Asser, recognised the Solaride team, which had recently achieved second place in the world championships in Australia.
University celebrated its 393rd anniversary
The University of Tartu was founded on 25 October 393 years ago. This year, the anniversary was marked by memorial ceremonies, a concert and other events.
ERC Information Event for University of Tartu researchers
Interest in the European Research Council (ERC) programme has grown among University of Tartu researchers. In response, the Grant Writing Unit is organising an ERC Information Event on 4 November 2025, focused on individual ERC Starting, Consolidator, and Advanced Grants.
University’s autumn orienteering course marks 160 years of meteorology in Tartu
From 13 October to 16 November, the university family and all others are invited to complete the orienteering course “160 years of making sense of weather observations”.
Join the step challenge in October!
From 1 to 31 October, FitSphere invites students and staff to take part in the step challenge Sügissammud 2025, aiming to promote regular physical activity. Also, the most physically active higher education institution in Estonia will be determined .
What does the University of Tartu Student Union do, and how to join it?
The University of Tartu has a Student Union (UTSU) of nearly 140 members, which has been steadfastly standing for students’ rights and solving their concerns for years. Full of initiative, student representatives have brought numerous ideas to life within the university and drawn attention to various institutional shortcomings.
University of Tartu development conference “A university for us, Estonia and the world”
On 27 October from 13–18, the University of Tartu development conference “A university for us, Estonia and the world” took place at the assembly hall of the university's main building and online to initiate a discussion on topics important for society and the university. The discussion were be based on the new University of Tartu strategic plan approved in June.
University of Tartu celebrates the 80th anniversary of the birth of former rector, Professor Peeter Tulviste
During the Peeter Tulviste memorial week held from 27 October to 2 November, a memorial conference takes place in the university assembly hall, and the exhibition “Bibliophile Peeter Tulviste” opens at the university library.
Buy or sell your second-hand bicycle at Mobility Week’s bicycle market
On 22 September from 17:00–20:00, a bicycle market takes place on Vabaduse pst in Tartu, offering the opportunity to buy a reasonably priced second-hand bicycle or to sell your working condition bicycle.
UTSU invites students to enjoy free noodles at Tõllakuur on 24 September
On Wednesday, 24 September, between 11:45-16:00, the University of Tartu Student Union is offering all students a free lunch at Tõllakuur – the much-loved and well-known instant noodles popular among students.
Student Organisations can apply for funding in September
Järgmine Tartu Ülikooli üliõpilasesinduse (TÜÜE) üliõpilasorganisatsioonide arengufondi taotluste esitamise tähtaeg on 21. september. Toetusfondist saab raha taotleda mitmesuguste ürituste ja koolituste korraldamiseks.
University invites nominations for the “Contribution to Estonian National Identity” award
Until 31 October, nominations can be submitted for the “Contribution to Estonian National Identity” award.
Nominate candidates for honorary decorations until 20 September
All university staff and students are invited to nominate candidates who deserve to be awarded the university’s honorary decoration for their outstanding achievements.
4,654 students begin studies at the university this year
All in all, there are 16,052 students at the university.
Mentoring programme offers valuable experience for both students and alumni
The mentoring programme that has been popular in the previous years will be held again this autumn semester.
The number of applications to study at the University of Tartu increased by 16%
This year, 10,808 people applied for first and second-level studies at the University of Tartu, submitting 14,863 applications.
