Topic: for society

Doctoral defence: Alec Richard Kozicki "The De-sign Process of Inhabiting Techno-Living Spaces"
On 16 March at 14:15, Alec Richard Kozicki will defend his doctoral thesis "The De-sign Process of Inhabiting Techno-Living Spaces" for obtaining the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (in Semiotics and Culture Studies).
27 February 2026 researchfor society
University’s language award 2025 is given to exhibition of Estonian scientific literature and textbooks
The University of Tartu language award 2025 is granted to the exhibition of the University of Tartu Library, “Teaching creates knowledge. From Estonian lecture notes to academic textbooks”.
16 February 2026 for societyuniversity
Recording: ceremony and concert marking the 108th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia
On Friday, 20 February, the ceremony and concert dedicated to the 108th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia took place in the university’s assembly hall.
Creativity drives the game in both research and entrepreneurship
Although creativity has often been associated primarily with the fine arts, no field of life can do without it, least of all entrepreneurship and research.
President awards decorations to University of Tartu staff members
Ahead of this year’s Independence Day, President Alar Karis bestows Estonian state decorations on 203 people, 16 of whom are members of the university family.
02 February 2026 recognition for society
Former President of Iceland Guðni Th. Jóhannesson gives a public lecture on the importance of small states
Former President of Iceland Guðni Th. Jóhannesson gives a public lecture on the importance of small states
29 January 2026 researchfor society
Conference "Less Noise, More Dialogue! Agreements for Good Communication"
Communication seems simple… until you realise you’re talking to a wall. We invite you to a conference where we ask when dialogue is actually needed in society and which shared agreements form the basis of good dialogue.
21 January 2026 for society
Elizabeth Frissell’s presentation on ancient exercises and dealing with difficulties
On Friday, 30 January, at 14:15, an English-language colloquium will take place at the University of Tartu Philosophicum (Jakobi 2–336), exploring how Stoic ideas and practices can be applied in contemporary psychotherapy to help people cope more effectively with difficulties.
12 January 2026 for society
Researchers created Estonian Health Communication Network
Selged ja adressaadiga arvestavad, teaduspõhised, ent inimeste toimevõimekuse suhtes lugupidavad sõnumid toetavad suhtluses osalejate vastastikust usaldust ning abistavad inimesi informeeritud terviseotsuste tegemisel.
Doctoral defence: Matthew Louis Kalkman "Enlightened Sovereignty: A Postsecular Semiotic "Image of God""
On December 15 at 16:15 Matthew Louis Kalkman will defend his doctoral thesis "Enlightened Sovereignty: A Postsecular Semiotic "Image of God"" for obtaining degree of Doctor of Philosophy (in Religious Studies).
28 November 2025 researchfor society