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  • JU student wins gold at Muay Thai World Championship


    JU-studenten Sayed Rohullah Mosawi är nybliven världsmästare i Thaiboxning Failed exams, early mornings and up to six hours of training every day. Despite balancing life as a Business Administration student, part-time social educator and elite athlete, Sayed Rohullah Mosawi has achieved his biggest goal yet. Earlier this month, he won gold at the Muay Thai World Championships after ten years of dedication and hard work.

  • JU takes part in Climate Week


    How is our society affected by a warmer climate, and how can we adapt? On Friday 16 October, Jönköping University (JU) is hosting an event where researchers will share the latest findings on the consequences of climate change and how society can address them. The event is part of Climate Week, which is taking place from 12 to 18 October in Jönköping County.

  • Septemberljus attracted thousands of visitors to Skeppsbron


    Ligt event. Thousands of visitors made their way to the Skeppsbron district in Jönköping for the Septemberljus light event on the evening of 26 September."It was fantastic to see so many people attend, and several visitors were already asking during the evening where next year's event will take place," says Waraphan Srihajak, one of the Lighting Design and Technology programme students at the School of Engineering, Jönköping University, who helped create this year's light installations.

  • Congratulations to the 2026 Alumni of the Year!


    From the ceremony last year. The award recognises former students who, through their commitment, expertise and achievements, have made a mark on society and within their professions.
    “I would like to warmly congratulate this year’s four award winners on this fine honour. Being named Alumnus of the Year is a mark of distinction that demonstrates that one has made significant contributions with a major impact on professional life and society”, says Eleonor Fransson, Executive Vice President at Jönköping University.

  • JU student CPR World Champion


    HLR på en docka When the World Championships in advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) were held in Milan, the Swedish team took home the victory. One of the team members was student Andreas Stenvall, who is studying to become a specialist nurse specializing in healthcare for children and young people at Jönköping University.

  • New campus plan secures space for the future of JU


    A conceptual image of what a future development Jönköping University (JU) and the city of Jönköping are growing. A new campus plan ensures that JU can continue to develop as a cohesive campus in the city centre – with land available to meet future needs in education, research, and collaboration.“We don’t know exactly what JU’s needs will be in ten or twenty years’ time, but we do know that we need to secure the opportunity to grow,” says Eva Gipperth, University Director of JU.

  • Sign up for researchers’ night on Thursday!


    Meet JU researchers and explore some of society’s biggest challenges: security and emergency preparedness. How can we create a safer and more sustainable society?

  • Medal success for JU at the Swedish Student Rowing Championships


    Despite challenging weather conditions and tough competition, the Swedish Student Rowing Championships proved a success for the Jönköping University Rowing Association (JURA). When Jönköping hosted both the Swedish Rowing Championships and the Swedish Student Rowing Championships on 19–20 September, JU students took home a total of eight medals.

  • Paasikivi: "Great to meet people who want to make a difference"


    Audience. The security situation and Swedish society’s preparedness were the focus of attention when Joakim Paasikivi, Lieutenant Colonel, senior geopolitical adviser and Honorary Doctor at Jönköping University, gave a public lecture at the School of Education and Communication.“I’m rather tired of my own voice, but if I can help to generate greater interest in these issues, that’s brilliant,” says Joakim Paasikivi.

  • JU strengthens student rowing with eight-person boat


    Rowers on a lake. Jönköping University (JU) is further strengthening its commitment to student sport and rowing. In connection with the Swedish Rowing Championships and Student Rowing Championships in Jönköping on 19-20 September, JU is supporting Jönköping Rowing Club with a traditional eight-person boat. The investment aims to contribute to an active student life focused on community, teamwork and wellbeing.
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