Across the North: UArctic Chairs on Collaboration and Community

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Through the UArctic Thematic Network on Youth, two UArctic Chairs from Memorial University highlight how interdisciplinary collaboration, Indigenous partnerships, community engagement, and mentorship can help address complex Arctic challenges and inspire the next generation of Northern researchers.

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Apply now: Externships on Arctic AI

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Students and mentors are invited to take part in a new initiative exploring how artificial intelligence can address real-world challenges and opportunities in the Arctic.

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Call for Papers: Calotte Academy 2027

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

The Calotte Academy 2027, with the theme “The Role and Values of Science for Stability and Governance in the Global Arctic,” is planned to take place from 24 to 31 January 2027 in several destinations in the European Arctic and Sápmi. The deadline for applications is on 19 October 2026.

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north2north stories: Exchange report from Bergen

Wed, Aug 19, 2026

Tampere University student Anniina Halonen chose the University of Bergen as her north2north exchange destination. Read more about Anniina's exchange experience in this report.

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Seminar: Entrepreneurship in the Changing Arctic – Insights from Hokkaido, Japan

Tue, Aug 18, 2026

The seminar "Entrepreneurship in the Changing Arctic – Insights from Hokkaido, Japan" brings together students, researchers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and anyone interested in Arctic entrepreneurship and regional development. The seminar will take place on August 25, 2026, at the University of Oulu, Finland.

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Vacancy: Junior Postdoctoral Research Associate, OSPAR Secretariat

Mon, Aug 17, 2026

OSPAR Secretariat is looking for an ambitious early-career researcher with an interest in developing and applying novel environmental science to real-world sustainability challenges.

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Early-career researcher report from UArctic Congress 2026: Andrew Roebuck

Mon, Aug 17, 2026

Andrew Roebuck from Yukon University received an early-career researcher travel grant to participate in the UArctic Congress 2026. In this report, Andrew reflects on the outcomes that resulted from attending the event. 

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International Coordination Office for the fifth International Polar Year (IPY-5) announced

Fri, Aug 14, 2026

The IPY-5 International Coordination Office will be located in Tromsø, Norway and hosted by an international consortium of four institutions. 

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From Webinar to Publication: A New Article on Local-Scale Climate Change Adaptation Implementation Lag

Fri, Aug 14, 2026

A webinar hosted by the UArctic Thematic Network on Local-scale Planning for Climate Resilience in partnership with PLOS Climate has led to a new article exploring local-scale climate change adaptation implementation lag and pathways for overcoming this challenge.

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Qaggiq Discussions on Schools and Schooling at the UArctic Congress

Wed, Aug 12, 2026

Diane Hirshberg and Kathy Snow, members of the UArctic Thematic Network for Teacher Education for Social Justice and Diversity, coordinated an open session entitled "Qaggiq: Facilitating Discussions on Schools and Schooling", which received an unprecedented number of proposals. 

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From Island to Island: Newfoundland, the Faroe Islands, and Three Young Researchers in the Arctic Conversation

Tue, Aug 11, 2026

The UArctic Congress 2026 provided members of the Youth Thematic Network with valuable opportunities to build international connections, share youth perspectives, engage with Arctic leaders, and strengthen the role of emerging researchers in shaping the future of the North.

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north2north stories: New perspectives to architecture

Tue, Aug 11, 2026

A north2north exchange took Tampere University student Tiiu Halén for a six-month exchange to Royal College of Art in London, UK.

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COIL@UArctic Global Peace Webinar: Report and Recording Now Available

Tue, Aug 11, 2026

The COIL@UArctic Global Peace Webinar invited colleagues from around the world to reflect on Global Politics and New Technology: Is this the end or the beginning for COIL? The webinar offered a space to share insights and explore how COIL and new technologies can be used as tools for understanding, cooperation, and global pea...

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Director of the Arctic Council Secretariat

Mon, Aug 10, 2026

The Arctic Council is seeking candidates for the position of Director of the Arctic Council Secretariat (ACS), located in Tromsø, Norway.

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Participant report from UArctic Congress 2026: Maureen Whalen

Fri, Aug 07, 2026

Maureen Whalen, PhD candidate with the Institute for Northern Studies at the University of the Highlands and Islands, reflects on recent experiences attending the UArctic Congress 2026.

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