From Tampere University to the University of Saskatchewan: Corrosion engineering, mining and mineral processing

Wed, Feb 04, 2026

Read Ville Kukkonen's report ( Tampere University) about her north2north exchange experience at University of Saskatchewan.

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From Tampere to Saskatchewan: A Student Testimonial

Wed, Feb 04, 2026

Tampere University's Esa Savola spent a semester on exchange at the University of Saskatchewan in the autumn of 2025 as part of UArctic's north2north program.

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UArctic Networking Seminar Session to Strengthen Collaborative Arctic Research and Indigenous-Led Partnerships

Wed, Feb 04, 2026

On March 4, 2026, UArctic and Memorial University will host their first virtual Networking Seminar Session. The international session will spotlight Canadian UArctic Project Funding and bring together researchers, educators, and partners from across the circumpolar region to connect, exchange ideas, and explore opportuni...

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New intern has joined the UArctic International Secretariat

Wed, Feb 04, 2026

Aurora Alamani is the new intern at the UArctic International Secretariat based at the University of Lapland in Rovaniemi, Finland. She will be a part of the office for five months ending her internship in June 2026.

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Fifth American Arctic Connection Intern joins the International Secretariat in Rovaniemi

Wed, Feb 04, 2026

Mia Filardi, who is serving as the fifth American Arctic Connection Intern at UArctic, has arrived in Rovaniemi and begun her work at the International Secretariat. She will be in this role from February to the end of June, 2026.  

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A Week in Scotland: Police Students on Exchange

Tue, Feb 03, 2026

Police students from the Norwegian Police University College spent five days on exchange at the Police Scotland International Academy. One Norwegian student writes about their experiences. 

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January Highlights from UArctic Thematic Networks

Tue, Feb 03, 2026

The January 2026 edition of the Thematic Networks' Monthly Highlights showcases the work of several networks engaged in collaborative research, education, and outreach activities across the Circumpolar North.

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Call for nominations: 2026 Frederik Paulsen Arctic Academic Action Award

Mon, Feb 02, 2026

UArctic and the Arctic Circle are pleased to open the call for nominations for the 2026 Frederik Paulsen Arctic Academic Action Award. The Award includes a 100,000 euro grant to a promising idea that addresses climate change through concrete actions and plans. The call is open until April 30, 2026.

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Micro-courses in Business Skills for Artists: Survey on Educational Needs

Mon, Feb 02, 2026

The project Micro-courses for Arctic Art Businesses focuses on developing a series of short, free, and practical micro-courses in business and economics for artists, cultural workers, producers, and technicians working in the creative sector.

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The Arctic Circle Rome Forum draft program available

Fri, Jan 30, 2026

The Arctic Circle Rome Forum - Polar Dialogue will be held in Rome, 3-4 March 2026.

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Midnight Sun Summit in Mathematics and Engineering: Building Bridges Between Theory and Practice

Fri, Jan 30, 2026

Midnight Sun Summit in Mathematics and Engineering  (MSSME), organized by the Departments of Mathematics and Statistics and of Computer Science and Computational Engineering at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, will take place on June 15-19, 2026 in Narvik, Norway. 

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Symposium: Art Education for the Climate

Fri, Jan 30, 2026

Thematic Network on Arctic Sustainable Arts and Design (ASAD) welcomes you to the symposium "Art Education for the Climate" on Saturday, February 7, held at the Nordic House, Reykjavik, Iceland. The first part of the symposium will be held in English, followed by a second part in Icelandic.

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Apply now: 2026 KOPRI Fellowship Program

Fri, Jan 30, 2026

Korea Polar Research Institute (KOPRI) is pleased to announce the call for applications for the 2026 KOPRI Fellowship Program.

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Close ties lead to stronger collaboration within the UArctic network

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Aix-Marseille University recently hosted UArctic Secretary General Outi Snellman for a meeting together with representatives of various units and leadership of the University.

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Call for Contributions: Special Issue “Symmetry in Chemical and Systems Engineering: From Resource Recovery to Sustainable Design"

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

The BEaM – Energy and Environmental Research Group at UiT Narvik invites submissions to the Special Issue of Symmetry titled “Symmetry in Chemical and Systems Engineering: From Resource Recovery to Sustainable Design.”

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