News and Events from UArctic en-US © 2026 UArctic Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:19:30 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/rssfeed/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/teacher-education-for-social-justice-and-diversity-in-education-year-in-review/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/teacher-education-for-social-justice-and-diversity-in-education-year-in-review/ Year In Review 2026 edition from the Thematic Network on Teacher Education for Social Justice and Diversity in Education is now available. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:21:30 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/uarctic-x-lrf-fellows-addressing-marine-climate-challenges-and-strengthening-arctic-partnerships-in-scotland/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/uarctic-x-lrf-fellows-addressing-marine-climate-challenges-and-strengthening-arctic-partnerships-in-scotland/ UArctic x LRF Research Fellow Dr Bahareh Kamranzad participated in the recent Scottish Arctic Network conference (ScAN) hosted by the University of St Andrews, which brought together around 70 participants from across Scotland, including academic members, partners, and policy stakeholders. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/2026-uarctic-shared-voices-magazine-published/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/2026-uarctic-shared-voices-magazine-published/ The 2026 issue of the UArctic Shared Voices Magazine is now available online and in print, featuring different activities and collaborative initiatives of our network. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:37:57 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/meet-uarctic-assembly-meeting-2026/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/meet-uarctic-assembly-meeting-2026/ The University of the Arctic is pleased to announce the April 2026 session of "Meet UArctic". Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:11:27 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/special-interview-with-professor-roland-kallenborn/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/special-interview-with-professor-roland-kallenborn/ Interview with UArctic Chair in Arctic Environmental Pollution Research Professor Roland Kallenborn by the Editorial Office of the Journal of Environmental Exposure Assessment (JEEA) Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/thematic-network-on-arctic-wash-hosts-international-winter-school-on-arctic-water-sanitation-and-hygiene-in-kuujjuaraapik-canada/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/thematic-network-on-arctic-wash-hosts-international-winter-school-on-arctic-water-sanitation-and-hygiene-in-kuujjuaraapik-canada/ From March 30-April 4, students and instructors gathered at the CEN research station in Whapmagoostui-Kuujjuaraapik for a field course on issues of water, hygiene, and sanitation (WASH) in Nunavik northern villages. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:17:24 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/draft-program-available-for-the-uarctic-congress-2026-and-the-ocean-connectivity-conference/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/draft-program-available-for-the-uarctic-congress-2026-and-the-ocean-connectivity-conference/ The draft program for the UArctic Congress 2026 and the Ocean Connectivity Conference has been published on the event website at www.uarcticcongress.fo/programme. As some elements are still being finalized, the program remains subject to change. It will continue to be updated as details are... Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:06:01 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/digital-north-year-in-review/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/digital-north-year-in-review/ Year In Review 2026 edition from the Thematic Network Digital North: Three-Dimensional Technologies and Arctic Education is now available. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:02:27 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/north2north-call-for-kingdom-of-denmark-members-in-support-of-uarctic-congress-2026-participation/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/north2north-call-for-kingdom-of-denmark-members-in-support-of-uarctic-congress-2026-participation/ open calls funding opportunities Apply for north2north funding to participate in the UArctic Congress 2026 – the call is open to students, staff- and faculty members from Danish, Greenlandic and Faroese north2north member institutions alike. Apply by April 22nd 2026.​ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:23:12 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/uarctic-x-lrf-fellows-arctic-focused-contributions-to-the-ocean-sciences-meeting-2026-in-glasgow/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/uarctic-x-lrf-fellows-arctic-focused-contributions-to-the-ocean-sciences-meeting-2026-in-glasgow/ UArctic x LRF Research Fellow Dr Bahareh Kamranzad contributed to sessions on ocean resilience and engaged with international partners on emerging challenges in Arctic shipping. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/march-highlights-from-uarctic-thematic-networks/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/march-highlights-from-uarctic-thematic-networks/ The March 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. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 06:55:50 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/three-perspectives-on-the-arctic-an-interdisciplinary-collaboration-in-cambridge-bay/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/three-perspectives-on-the-arctic-an-interdisciplinary-collaboration-in-cambridge-bay/ An interdisciplinary team from Université de Sherbrooke brought together social science, geoscience, and geomatics in Iqaluktuuttiaq to advance a community-engaged, participatory research approach that integrates Indigenous perspectives, environmental monitoring, and responsible innovation in stu... Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:39:44 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/webinar-announcement-2026-uarctic-webinar-series/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/4/webinar-announcement-2026-uarctic-webinar-series/ education opportunities The University of the Arctic (UArctic) is pleased to announce the 2026 UArctic Webinar Series, which explores key issues affecting Arctic and Northern communities. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:20:18 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/submit-nominations-for-2026-frederik-paulsen-arctic-academic-action-award/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/submit-nominations-for-2026-frederik-paulsen-arctic-academic-action-award/ open calls funding opportunities The call for nominations for the 2026 Frederik Paulsen Arctic Academic Action Award is open until April 30, 2026. The Award includes a 100,000 euro grant to a promising idea that addresses climate change through concrete actions and plans. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:30:07 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/ai-negotiation-challenge-security-and-cooperation-in-the-arctic/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/ai-negotiation-challenge-security-and-cooperation-in-the-arctic/ Universities, academic and policy centers as well as research groups working on Arctic diplomacy are invited to participate in the AI Negotiation Challenge – 3rd Annual Global Simulation (25–26 April 2026) Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:47:34 +0200 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/acuns-and-aurora-college-webinar-highlights-northern-education-community-led-research-and-collaborative-futures/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/acuns-and-aurora-college-webinar-highlights-northern-education-community-led-research-and-collaborative-futures/ The ACUNS Seminar Series, launched in 2025, continues to connect and showcase the Canadian Northern Studies community by highlighting institutional research, fostering collaboration, and emphasizing community-led, Indigenous-informed education and capacity building, as exemplified by Aurora Colle... Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:55:25 +0100 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/uarctic-chairs-and-indigenous-fellow-labrador-workshop-on-culture-and-post-secondary-education/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/uarctic-chairs-and-indigenous-fellow-labrador-workshop-on-culture-and-post-secondary-education/ From March 8–11, 2026, the UArctic Chairs and Indigenous Fellow Labrador Workshop in Goose Bay brought together academic, cultural, and community participants to explore Indigenous and Northern education through collaborative dialogue, site visits, and interdisciplinary discussions, strengt... Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:40:03 +0100 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/uarctic-networking-seminar-session-connects-participants-to-advance-collaborative-arctic-projects/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/uarctic-networking-seminar-session-connects-participants-to-advance-collaborative-arctic-projects/ The first UArctic Networking Seminar Session on Canadian Project Funds brought together 83 participants from across the circumpolar North to share funding opportunities, foster partnerships, and develop collaborative, Indigenous-led research and education initiatives through interactive presentat... Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:58:55 +0100 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/icarp-iv-final-reports-released/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/icarp-iv-final-reports-released/ The International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) is pleased to announce the Fourth International Conference on Arctic Research Planning (ICARP IV) Final Outcomes Report and the seven Research Priority Team (RPT) reports, released during the Arctic Science Summit Week 2026 (ASSW 2026) in Aarhus,... Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:05:17 +0100 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/uarctic-x-lrf-fellows-research-visit-to-hokkaido-university/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/uarctic-x-lrf-fellows-research-visit-to-hokkaido-university/ From 15–17 December 2025, UArctic x LRF Research Fellow Dr Bahareh Kamranzad visited Hokkaido University to present research on Arctic marine heatwaves and sea ice, while strengthening collaboration with international research groups. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0100 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/call-for-contributions-arctic-multispecies-histories-art-community-and-environmental-change/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/call-for-contributions-arctic-multispecies-histories-art-community-and-environmental-change/ This call invites contributions to a forthcoming edited volume titled "Arctic Multispecies Histories: Art, Community and Environmental Change", edited by Maria Huhmarniemi, UArctic Chair in Arctic Art and Design, and Antonia Sohns. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:49:06 +0100 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/calotte-academy-2026-2nd-call-for-participation-papers/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/calotte-academy-2026-2nd-call-for-participation-papers/ The Calotte Academy 2026, with the theme “Intelligence,” is planned to take place from 8 to 14 June 2026. The participants will be guided on an exciting journey through Sápmi, the northernmost parts of Finland, Norway, and Sweden—through Rovaniemi, Kiruna, Tromsø, Kilpisjärvi, Hetta, Kautokeino,... Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:37:31 +0100 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/herbivory-year-in-review/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/herbivory-year-in-review/ Year In Review 2026 edition from the Thematic Network on Herbivory is now available. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:18:48 +0100 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/exhibition-fellow-creatures/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/exhibition-fellow-creatures/ A monthly rotating international exhibition series explores northern and Arctic regions at the intersections of art, research, and pedagogy. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:19:58 +0100 https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/uarctic-chair-co-organizes-side-event-as-part-of-the-launch-of-the-decade-of-action-for-cryospheric-sciences/ https://www.uarctic.org/news/2026/3/uarctic-chair-co-organizes-side-event-as-part-of-the-launch-of-the-decade-of-action-for-cryospheric-sciences/ At UNESCO Headquarters in Paris on 19 March 2026, Kamrul Hossain, representing the UArctic Chair in Arctic Legal Research and Education and the Arctic Centre, University of Lapland, played a leading role in Side Event 11, “Inter-Polar Dialogue on People, Glaciers, and Climate,” held as part of th... Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:45:50 +0100