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  • Joy and community at the Kick Off


    New students at the School of Engineering. About 3,420 new students have arrived at Jönköping University! The Kick Off is underway and the students are taking part in many activities to build a sense of community and get their student life off to a flying start.

  • Data analytics helps companies withstand crises


    ship with goods Companies that are skilled at using data and analytics are better equipped to handle disruptions in their supply chains. Such disruptions can arise from crises such as pandemics, wars, or other events that prevent goods and materials from reaching their destination as planned. This is the conclusion of a new study from Jönköping University (JU). The study also shows that excessive dependence on suppliers and business partners can make it more difficult for companies to benefit from analytics during a crisis.

  • New Agreement to Strengthen education and research in Oskarshamn


    Jönköping University (JU) and Oskarshamn Municipality have signed a new agreement to develop education, research, and innovation together. The initiative is intended to help meet the region’s growing need for technical expertise, amongst other things, and to create more opportunities for collaboration between academia and industry.

  • Jönköping University launches major reading initiative


    Glada studenter på biblioteket Jönköping University’s (JU) literary initiative, JU Reads, is getting underway, with a grand launch event on 3 September. Author Lydia Sandgren will take part in a discussion alongside Albert Bonnier, publisher and co-owner of Bonnier AB. The initiative is supported by the Bonnier Family Foundation and the Hamrin Foundation. Welcome to the University library!

  • Jönköping University marched in the Jönköping Pride Parade


    En samling personer går i parad The Jönköping Pride Festival, Qom Ut, took place 17-23 August, and the Pride flag was hoisted at Jönköping University (JU) throughout the week. The festival concluded with the Pride Parade and a celebration in Rådhusparken on Saturday 22 August where the sun shone over Jönköping, adding to the festive atmosphere during the parade.

  • Understanding child poverty in Sweden and Jönköping


    Föreläsning What is the current situation regarding child poverty, and what can be done to ensure more children have a secure upbringing? This was the focus when Save the Children in Jönköping and the School of Health and Welfare at Jönköping University (JU) organized an open discussion on 20 August, where the latest report on child poverty was presented and discussed by local politicians.

  • Maria Sederholm Granelund appointed as new MD of Jönköping University Enterprise


    tjej i närbild Maria Sederholm Granelund has been appointed as the new Managing Director of Jönköping University Enterprise (JUE), succeeding Eva Gipperth, University Director of Jönköping University (JU). Maria is currently Head of the International Office (IO) and will combine her role as MD of JUE with her current position.

  • "I'm going to spend a lot of time at Lake Vättern"


    swimmers in water This summer, Jönköping University (JU) is offering a dose of inspiration. Every week, staff from different parts of JU share their top summer tips – everything from hidden gems and day-trip destinations to personal favourites for relaxation and that holiday feeling. This tip comes from Bengt Erlandsson, Programme Manager Architectural Engineering at the School of Engineering.
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