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The 2026 Lund Carnival is just around the corner. On May 4, preparations will begin in Lundagård and some parts of the Paradis neighborhood. Here is a day-by-day overview of what's happening and how it might affect you if you work in the area.The main cordoning off of the area will take place from 1:00 p.m. on May 22. However, starting May 4, Lundagård will be filled with posters and boxes. From M

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/lund-carnival-takes-over-lundagard-and-paradis-practical-information - 2026-07-09

The Canvas learning platform has experienced a security incident affecting several higher education institutions in Sweden and internationally. Instructure, the company that owns Canvas, has now confirmed that Lund University is one of the institutions affected.Instructure states that a malicious actor has gained unauthorised access to certain personal data in Canvas. According to Instructure, the

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/information-regarding-security-incident-connected-canvas - 2026-07-09

When the application period closed on 15 April, 71,404 people had applied for the University’s courses and study programmes. Compared with the same period last year, this represents a 1.4% decrease in the total number of applicants and a 3.3% decrease in the number of first-choice applicants. Of this year’s applicants, 62.6% are women and 37.4% are men. Nationwide, the number of applicants has ris

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/law-programme-bachelor-programme-business-administration-and-economics-and-medical-programme - 2026-07-09

Erik Renström is the candidate who will be put forward to the Electoral College. Anna Stenport has announced that she is no longer a candidate for the post of Vice-Chancellor.The Recruitment Committee had decided to present two candidates for the post of Vice-Chancellor to the Electoral College – Erik Renström, professor and current Vice-Chancellor of Lund University and Anna Stenport, professor a

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/one-candidate-has-withdrawn-and-eric-renstrom-will-be-put-forward-electoral-college - 2026-07-09

The Canvas learning platform has experienced a security incident affecting several higher education institutions in Sweden and internationally. We have compiled the latest information on how the situation is developing and what it means for Lund University.Stay up to date with the latest on the incident here: Security incident concerning Canvas – medarbetarwebben.lu.se

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/security-incident-supplier-canvas - 2026-07-09

Soon, Lund will be filled with anticipation, colour and the glitz of the carnival. The Lund Carnival is fast approaching – with skits, singing, satire and that very special blend of camaraderie and madness that only the carnival can create. In workshops and rehearsal rooms, new memories are being made: lines are being polished, sets are being built, and laughter echoes far beyond the carnival area

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/joy-carnival-student-life-part-our-very-essence - 2026-07-09

Following the withdrawal of another candidate, Erik Renström was put forward to the Electoral College as the candidate for the post of Vice-Chancellor. The Electoral College met on 18 May and held a vote. Following the meeting, Johan Östling, chair of the Electoral College, stated that the Electoral College proposes Erik Renström as Vice-Chancellor of Lund University for the next three-year term.L

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/electoral-college-proposes-erik-renstrom-position-vice-chancellor - 2026-07-09

Do you usually commute by car or public transport? This autumn, you can challenge yourself by cycling to work for six weeks – as part of a shared workplace challenge with others across Lund. The first 300 to register will receive a goody bag.The Cycling Challenge is a joint initiative for workplaces in Lund. From 1 September to 9 October 2026, you cycle to work at least three days a week for six w

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/lu-part-cycling-challenge-2026-are-you - 2026-07-09

How can the University better safeguard academic freedom? In the discussions held across the organisation this spring, one clear message has emerged: Directed research funding is a problem. There is a further opportunity to get involved and have your say.Since the project on academic freedom and the University’s role in society was launched at the start of the year, just over 20 discussions and wo

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/academic-freedom-cause-resonates-widely-take-opportunity-get-involved - 2026-07-09

Lund University is proposing changes to how operations in Helsingborg are managed. The background to this is that it is not always clear who is responsible for what, and that there is sometimes overlap between different parts of the organisation.The aim is to make governance simpler and more cohesive, so that what already works well can be further developed. At the same time, strategic leadership

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/proposal-new-governance-structure-helsingborg - 2026-07-09

Lund University is providing Overleaf Professional features for all students, faculty and staff who would like to use a collaborative, online LaTeX editor for their projects. Overleaf Professional features include real-time track changes, unlimited collaborators, and full document history.Learn more on overleaf.com/edu/lund

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/lund-university-overleaf - 2026-07-09

Over 1,300 people have applied for the 25 positions advertised in Lund University’s largest ever international recruitment drive. Among the candidates are researchers from world-leading universities such as Harvard and Oxford.“The initiative has generated great interest among highly qualified researchers,” says Erik Renström, Vice-Chancellor of Lund University.The call for applications refers to 1

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/lund-universitys-largest-ever-international-recruitment-drive-attracts-great-interest - 2026-07-09

The University Board needs a new teaching staff representative due to a retirement. As a staff member, you now have the opportunity to propose a colleague to the Electoral College, which is responsible for the nomination. The nomination period is from 3 September to 22 September.One of the three teaching staff representatives on the University Board, Lars Dahlin, is retiring and his place on the U

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/propose-new-teaching-staff-representative-university-board-election - 2026-07-09

The application period is open from 28 August to 17 September.Researchers, doctoral students, lecturers or readers at Lund University can apply for the faculties’ travel and research grants. A few are also open to undergraduate students including Master’s students.Learn more on LU Staff Pages

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/apply-faculty-travel-and-research-grants - 2026-07-09

EU Days Lund is the main Swedish annual EU forum gathering around 500 Swedish and international high-level speakers and participants.On 23-24 September 2025, EU Days Lund will be held for the fifth time, with the ambition to continue to grow into the obvious national arena for EU issues. Lund University is one of four organizers. Learn more on LU Staff Pages

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/eu-days-lund-2025-23-24-september - 2026-07-09

The Libraries at Lund University are launching a new search tool. LUBcat and LUBsearch will close on 1 October, and the new search tool Finn will replace them. With the shift to a single search system, the libraries aim to make it easier for students, staff, and other users. Finn helps you find all the books, journals, articles, and databases at Lund University. You can make requests and manage yo

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/searching-becomes-easier-finn - 2026-07-09

Lund University has the opportunity to apply for funding from the EU programme Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility (ICM) to send and receive students and staff from selected partner universities outside of EU/EEA during a three-year project period.The aim of the programme is to improve the quality of education through student and staff exchanges. Through this programme, students can study or do

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/apply-funding-erasmus-international-credit-mobility-icm - 2026-07-09

LUSEM is offering funding for short-term visits to Lund by international research collaborators. The purpose is to strengthen LUSEM’s international profile by starting or deepening a research collaboration. The funding can be used for travel and accommodation for a guest researcher during 2025–2026, and the guest is expected to stay in Lund for 2–4 weeks.The visit should have a clear research goal

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/call-funding-invite-international-collaborator-lund - 2026-07-09

The process for appointing the Vice-Chancellor and deputy vice-chancellor of Lund University has started. The term of office for the current management ends on 31 December 2026.The University Board has decided that a Recruitment Committee is to be appointed with the task of drafting proposals for both the Vice-Chancellor and deputy vice-chancellor. The Committee consists of eight members, of whom

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/recruitment-vice-chancellor-and-deputy-vice-chancellor-under-way - 2026-07-09

All employees at Lund University who have an LU account must complete the mandatory basic information security course. The aim is to raise awareness of the risks that may exist when handling different types of information within the University’s operations.The course provides knowledge about common threats and how you can reduce the risks in your day-to-day work. It is aimed at anyone with an LU a

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/have-you-taken-information-security-course-protect-yourself-and-whole-university - 2026-07-09