{"id":10,"date":"2024-04-04T03:32:18","date_gmt":"2024-04-04T00:32:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sisu.ut.ee\/newsletter\/useful-information\/"},"modified":"2026-10-05T09:22:04","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T06:22:04","slug":"useful-information","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sisu.ut.ee\/newsletter\/useful-information\/","title":{"rendered":"Events and more"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Useful information about different events, workshops, lectures etc.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-block mb-3\">\n\t\t<div class=\"accordion \" id=\"accordion-accordion-6ac4339cb8f6d\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-item accordion-item--white\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"accordion-6ac4339cb8f6d-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"accordion-button \" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-6ac4339cb8f6d-collapse-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"accordion-6ac4339cb8f6d-collapse-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5 October \u2013 11 October\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"accordion-6ac4339cb8f6d-collapse-1\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse show\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-6ac4339cb8f6d-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-body pt-0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">October brings cybersecurity into the spotlight<\/h2>\n<p><strong>In October<\/strong>, the European Cyber Security Month, we encourage members of the University of Tartu to develop secure digital habits and increase their awareness of cyber threats. Cybersecurity is an important part of information security, the aim of which is to protect data, devices and information systems and to ensure that information reaches the right people in a secure manner.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/infosec\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Week 1. Phishing emails<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Students aim to make the use of AI at the university more informed and secure<\/h2>\n<p>In September, a new voluntary student initiative, Tartu \u00dclikooli Turvaline Tehisaru (T\u00dcTTE), was launched at the University of Tartu. The initiative aims to make students\u2019 voices more heard in discussions about the use of AI and to promote AI literacy across the university community.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/et\/uudis\/uliopilased-soovivad-tehisaru-kasutamist-ulikoolis-teadlikumaks-ja-turvalisemaks-muuta\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join us for Public Lecture on Security Cooperation<\/h2>\n<p>Public lecture featuring Professor Jae-Seung Lee (South-Korea) will take place on Tuesday, <strong>October 6<\/strong>, from 16:15 to 17:45 (Lossi 36-305). His lecture, titled \u201cEnhancing Security Cooperation between the Republic of Korea and Europe: Challenges and Opportunities,\u201d will explore the challenges and opportunities for strengthening security cooperation between the Republic of Korea and Europe.<br>\n\u2794 More info on <a href=\"https:\/\/skytte.ut.ee\/en\/event\/skyttetalks-jae-seung-lee-enhancing-security-cooperation-between-republic-korea-and-europe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Skytte website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>University of Tartu seeks role models for Tartu Marathon events<\/h2>\n<p>The University of Tartu invites staff and students to apply for the 2027 Active UT role model programme. Up to six people will be selected for the programme to prepare for the Tartu Marathon events, share their experiences, and inspire other university members to be more physically active. Applications are open from <strong>5 to 25 October<\/strong>.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/ActiveUTrolemodel?utm_source=e-mail&amp;utm_medium=e-mail&amp;utm_campaign=liikumiseeskujud&amp;utm_content=uliopilasteinfokiriENG_06.10\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Still relevant<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/join.thestepupapp.com\/J68Lxg\">Join the University of Tartu step challenge and collect steps throughout October.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/studyinestonia.ee\/becomeanambassador\">International students can apply to become a Study in Estonia Student Ambassador.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.efektiivnealtruism.org\/en\/introductory-course\">Apply for the Effective Altruism Introductory Course by<\/a> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.efektiivnealtruism.org\/en\/introductory-course\">9 October<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.efektiivnealtruism.org\/en\/introductory-course\">.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeInToMGLZlTVbG33z38-e1oOnhZo_yE2Nw07SUm6C1KCEO7w\/viewform?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=109881179887539501012\">Take part in Tutlee\u2019s survey on students\u2019 study support needs and interest in tutoring until<\/a> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeInToMGLZlTVbG33z38-e1oOnhZo_yE2Nw07SUm6C1KCEO7w\/viewform?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=109881179887539501012\">30 October<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeInToMGLZlTVbG33z38-e1oOnhZo_yE2Nw07SUm6C1KCEO7w\/viewform?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=109881179887539501012\">.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-block mb-3\">\n\t\t<div class=\"accordion \" id=\"accordion-accordion-6ac4339cb94ba\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-item accordion-item--white\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"accordion-6ac4339cb94ba-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-6ac4339cb94ba-collapse-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"accordion-6ac4339cb94ba-collapse-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t28 September \u2013 4 October\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"accordion-6ac4339cb94ba-collapse-1\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-6ac4339cb94ba-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-body pt-0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Tartu Observatory of the University of Tartu invites students to its Open Doors Day<\/h2>\n<p>The Open Doors Day will take place in T\u00f5ravere on <strong>1 October<\/strong>. During the day, you can take part in a tour, meet researchers and students, and find a potential supervisor for your thesis. Transport to and from Tartu is provided. Tartu Observatory conducts research and development activities in astronomy, remote sensing and space technology.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/kosmos.ut.ee\/en\/event\/tartu-observatory-open-doors-day-students\">Read more<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Join the University of Tartu step challenge<\/h2>\n<p><strong>In October<\/strong>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/university-tartu-step-challenge-adds-physical-activity-each-day\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">step challenge takes place at the University of Tartu<\/a>. Log your steps using the StepUp app, compare your results with other members of the university community and take part in the prize draw. The six most active participants will receive prizes, and additional prizes will be drawn among everyone who records at least 200,000 steps during the month.<br>\n\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/join.thestepupapp.com\/J68Lxg\">Join the University of Tartu step challenge<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Friday Night Run<\/h2>\n<p>The Tartu City Marathon weekend begins on <strong>2 October<\/strong> with the Friday Night Run, held in the atmospheric streets of Tartu\u2019s Old Town in autumn. What makes the event unique is its late-evening start at 21:00 and its four-kilometre distance, making it accessible to participants of all fitness levels. Although it is not a competitive race, participants can choose during registration whether to complete the run with or without official timing. University of Tartu students receive a 30% discount on the registration fee by selecting \u201cTartu \u00dclikool\u201d as their team in the \u201cOTHER INFORMATION\u201d section.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/event\/friday-night-run\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15th Tartu City Marathon<\/h2>\n<p>The Tartu City Marathon is unique in Estonia. The full 42 km marathon distance is run on <strong>3 October<\/strong> in a single lap, meaning that every kilometre of the course offers new experiences as it passes through Tartu\u2019s iconic locations. Join the run in a University of Tartu T-shirt! Free sports T-shirts are available to the first 200. You can support participants anywhere along the course or at the university\u2019s cheer station in fron of the main building.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/event\/15th-tartu-city-marathon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Still relevant<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/studyinestonia.ee\/becomeanambassador\">International students can apply to become a Study in Estonia Student Ambassador.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/interviewing.nfieldmr.com\/Interviews\/AuF6E\/KYZ7V6INSuFbQMJc1ojt\">University of Tartu alumni can give feedback on alumni relations until <strong>30 September<\/strong>.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.efektiivnealtruism.org\/en\/introductory-course\">Apply for the Effective Altruism Introductory Course by <strong>9 October<\/strong>.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeInToMGLZlTVbG33z38-e1oOnhZo_yE2Nw07SUm6C1KCEO7w\/viewform?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=109881179887539501012\">Take part in Tutlee\u2019s survey on students\u2019 study support needs and interest in tutoring until <strong>30 October<\/strong>.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-block mb-3\">\n\t\t<div class=\"accordion \" id=\"accordion-accordion-6ac4339cb9853\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-item accordion-item--white\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"accordion-6ac4339cb9853-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-6ac4339cb9853-collapse-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"accordion-6ac4339cb9853-collapse-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t21 September \u2013 27 September\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"accordion-6ac4339cb9853-collapse-1\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-6ac4339cb9853-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-body pt-0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Rest your mind!<\/h2>\n<p>Tartu Student Days Autumn Festival will take place from <strong>21 to 27 September<\/strong>.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/studentdays.ee\/en\/event\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Events<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Migration seminar for new international students<\/h2>\n<p>The Tartu Welcome Centre, in collaboration with the Estonian Police and Border Guard Board, invites new international students to a migration seminar on <strong>23 September<\/strong>, from 14:00 to 16:00 at the Tartu Welcome Centre (\u00dclikooli 17, Tartu).<\/p>\n<p>The seminar will cover the following topics:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>legal stay in Estonia for EU citizens;<\/li>\n<li>long-stay visas and temporary residence permits for studies for non-EU students;<\/li>\n<li>options after the expiry of a study-based temporary residence permit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The seminar will be held in English and will include a Q&amp;A session. Places are limited to 25 participants. Please register in advance.<br>\n\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScOw4trhVntnT-jRCYu6j8NqB9oNEUt6p7jt-SaAKJr9id-ZQ\/viewform?usp=dialog\">Registration form<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Become a Study in Estonia Student Ambassador<\/h2>\n<p>International students studying in Estonia are invited to apply for the Study in Estonia Student Ambassador Programme. Ambassadors share their experience of studying and living in Estonia, create content and help future international students discover what studying in Estonia is like.<\/p>\n<p>The programme offers opportunities to develop communication and content creation skills, take part in trainings and connect with other international students.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/studyinestonia.ee\/becomeanambassador\">Apply to become a Student Ambassador<\/a>.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/studyinestonia.ee\/studentambassadorprogram\">Read more about the programme<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">University student sport week with \u201cActive UT\u201d special classes<\/h2>\n<p>From <strong>21 to 25 September<\/strong>, all members of the University of Tartu are invited to attend five training sessions free of charge. Participants may choose a single class that appeals to them or try several different styles.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/event\/university-student-sport-week-active-ut-special-classes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Put your astronomy knowledge to the test at the Observatournament quiz at Tartu Old Observatory<\/h2>\n<p>On <strong>22 September<\/strong> at 17:00, the astronomy-themed quiz \u201cObservatournament\u201d will take place at Tartu Old Observatory. Teams can have up to five members, and participants can answer questions in Estonian or English. The event is part of the <a href=\"https:\/\/studentdays.ee\/\">Tartu Student Days Autumn Festival<\/a>.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/muuseum.ut.ee\/en\/event\/quiz-night-observatournament-tartu-old-observatory\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Two more days to apply for the mentoring programme<\/h2>\n<p>University of Tartu students and alumni, including staff members, can apply for the mentoring programme until <strong>23 September<\/strong>. The programme is taking place for the tenth time this year. Applications can be submitted on the <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/et\/mentorlusprogramm\">University of Tartu website<\/a>.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/et\/uudis\/alanud-mentorlusprogrammi-kandideerimine\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">University of Tartu seeks alumni feedback to strengthen alumni relations<\/h2>\n<p>Until <strong>30 September<\/strong>, University of Tartu alumni are invited to take part in a survey aimed at understanding alumni expectations, needs and their sense of connection to the university.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/university-tartu-seeks-alumni-feedback-strengthen-alumni-relations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more.<\/a><br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/interviewing.nfieldmr.com\/Interviews\/AuF6E\/KYZ7V6INSuFbQMJc1ojt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Take the survey.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Friday Night Run<\/h2>\n<p>The Tartu City Marathon weekend begins on <strong>2 October<\/strong> with the Friday Night Run, held in the atmospheric streets of Tartu\u2019s Old Town in autumn. What makes the event unique is its late-evening start at 21:00 and its four-kilometre distance, making it accessible to participants of all fitness levels. Although it is not a competitive race, participants can choose during registration whether to complete the run with or without official timing. University of Tartu students receive a 30% discount on the registration fee by selecting \u201cTartu \u00dclikool\u201d as their team in the \u201cOTHER INFORMATION\u201d section.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/event\/friday-night-run\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15th Tartu City Marathon<\/h2>\n<p>The Tartu City Marathon is unique in Estonia. The full 42 km marathon distance is run on <strong>3 October<\/strong> in a single lap, meaning that every kilometre of the course offers new experiences as it passes through Tartu\u2019s iconic locations. Join the run in a University of Tartu T-shirt! Free sports T-shirts are available to the first 200.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/event\/15th-tartu-city-marathon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Take part in a survey on students\u2019 study support needs and interest in tutoring<\/h2>\n<p>Tutlee is researching which subjects and topics students need help with, where they currently find support, and whether they would be willing to tutor other students for pay in the future. The anonymous survey is open until <strong>15 October<\/strong> and takes approximately 8\u201310 minutes to complete. Responses will be used to develop a peer-to-peer study support platform. This is not an official University of Tartu survey.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeInToMGLZlTVbG33z38-e1oOnhZo_yE2Nw07SUm6C1KCEO7w\/viewform?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=109881179887539501012\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Take the survey.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Apply for the Effective Altruism Introductory Course<\/h2>\n<p>The seven-week course by Effective Altruism Estonia explores how to use your studies and career to have a positive impact on the world. Topics include AI safety, biorisks, animal welfare and global health. During the course, participants will also develop a personal career plan. The course lasts seven weeks and takes about three hours per week. You can participate in Tartu, Tallinn or online.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.efektiivnealtruism.org\/en\/introductory-course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apply by <strong>9 October<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-block mb-3\">\n\t\t<div class=\"accordion \" id=\"accordion-accordion-6ac4339cb9c53\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-item accordion-item--white\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"accordion-6ac4339cb9c53-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-6ac4339cb9c53-collapse-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"accordion-6ac4339cb9c53-collapse-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t14 September \u2013 20 September\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"accordion-6ac4339cb9c53-collapse-1\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-6ac4339cb9c53-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-body pt-0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Applications are invited for the mentoring programme<\/h2>\n<p>Until <strong>23 September<\/strong>, University of Tartu students and alumni, including staff members, can apply for the mentoring programme, which is held for the tenth time this year. Applications can be submitted on the university website.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/applications-are-invited-mentoring-programme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Join the Erasmus Student Network Tartu team!<\/h2>\n<p>Erasmus Student Network (ESN) Tartu is looking for new members who would like to be part of an international team, develop their skills and help international students discover the best of Tartu. The info session takes place on <strong>15 September<\/strong> at 18:30 at Genialistide Klubi (Magasini 5) and will be held in English.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/esntartu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ESN Tartu on Instagram<\/a><br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ESNTartuPage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ESN Tartu on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Submit your thesis to the National Contest for University Students<\/h2>\n<p>Students from all fields and levels of higher education are invited to take part in the 2026 National Contest for University Students. The total prize fund exceeds 200,000 euros, including national awards and special prizes. Research papers can be submitted in six fields and three degree-level categories. The deadline for submissions is <strong>15 September<\/strong>.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/konkursid.etag.ee\/\">Submit your thesis via ETAG\u2019s competition platform.<\/a><br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/etag.ee\/en\/contests-and-events\/contests-calls\/national-contest-for-university-students\/\">Read more about the contest.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">University student sport week with \u201cActive UT\u201d special classes<\/h2>\n<p>From <strong>21 to 25 September<\/strong>, all members of the University of Tartu are invited to attend five training sessions free of charge. Participants may choose a single class that appeals to them or try several different styles.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/event\/university-student-sport-week-active-ut-special-classes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Become a University of Tartu volunteer!<\/h2>\n<p>Would you like to play a more active role in university life? Join the University of Tartu volunteer students\u2019 Facebook group, where opportunities to help organise events and work as part of a team are shared. As a volunteer, you can choose tasks that suit your interests, skills and schedule.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/715416713764835\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Join the Facebook group \u201cTartu \u00dclikooli vabatahtlikud \u00fcli\u00f5pilased \/ Unitartu volunteer students\u201d.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alessandro Scarlatti\u2019s opera L\u2019honest\u00e0 negli amori<\/h2>\n<p>On <strong>17 September<\/strong> at 18, the Opera Studio of the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre presents Alessandro Scarlatti\u2019s opera L\u2019honest\u00e0 negli amori (\u201cHonesty in Love Affairs\u201d, 1680), reconstructed by Estonian composer Eduard Tubin, at the University of Tartu\u2019s assembly hall. This is the first time the opera will be performed in Estonia.<br>\n\u2794 The concert is free for all school and university students. Please note that students also need to download their free tickets available through <a href=\"https:\/\/sviby.com\/et\/e\/7gzzfk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>Piletikeskus<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nominate a university employee or student for honorary decoration<\/h2>\n<p>All University of Tartu staff and students are invited to nominate candidates who deserve to be awarded the university\u2019s honorary decoration for their outstanding achievements.<br>\n\u2794 Nominations can be submitted via the <a href=\"https:\/\/survey.ut.ee\/index.php\/312681?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>web form<\/u><\/a> until <strong>20 September<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h2>Still relevant<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/university-tartu-students-can-train-university-sports-hall-discounted-rate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">University of Tartu students can train at the university sports hall at a discounted rate.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/event\/29th-tartu-bike-marathon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">University of Tartu students can get a 30% discount on the 29th Tartu Bike Marathon on 20 September.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/utlib.ut.ee\/en\/news\/join-us-mini-tour-university-library\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Until 1 October, the library will offer 30-minute introductory tours for anyone interested.<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/doctoral-researchers-are-invited-three-minute-thesis-competition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Doctoral researchers are invited to register the the three-minute thesis competition unitl 12 October.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-block mb-3\">\n\t\t<div class=\"accordion \" id=\"accordion-accordion-6ac4339cb9f69\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-item accordion-item--white\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"accordion-6ac4339cb9f69-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-6ac4339cb9f69-collapse-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"accordion-6ac4339cb9f69-collapse-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t7 September \u2013 13 September\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"accordion-6ac4339cb9f69-collapse-1\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-6ac4339cb9f69-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-body pt-0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join us for a mini-tour of the university library!<\/h2>\n<p>From 8 September to 1 October, the library will offer 30-minute introductory tours for anyone interested. Both new students and anyone else wishing to use the library\u2019s services are welcome. Tours in English take place every Wednesday at 15:00, tours in Estonian every Tuesday and Thursday at 15:00.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/utlib.ut.ee\/en\/news\/join-us-mini-tour-university-library\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>University of Tartu students can train at the university sports hall at a discounted rate<\/h2>\n<p>University of Tartu students can stay active and exercise at the university sports hall at a reduced price. A semester pass costing just \u20ac50 provides a wide range of opportunities for physical activity throughout the semester.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/university-tartu-students-can-train-university-sports-hall-discounted-rate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Free sanitary pads are now available in university study buildings<\/h2>\n<p>From the beginning of this academic year, free menstrual pad dispensers have been installed in the university study buildings to ensure that hygiene products are always available when needed. A total of 39 dispensers have been placed in the buildings.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/free-sanitary-pads-are-now-available-university-study-buildings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Submit Your Outstanding Thesis to the National Contest for University Students<\/h2>\n<p>The Estonian Research Council (ETAG) invites students to participate in the 2026 National Contest for University Students. Submissions are open until <strong>15 September<\/strong> (inclusive). This year, the total prize fund exceeds \u20ac200,000.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/content\/submit-your-outstanding-thesis-national-contest-university-students\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alessandro Scarlatti\u2019s opera L\u2019honest\u00e0 negli amori<\/h2>\n<p>On <strong>17 September<\/strong> at 18, the Opera Studio of the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre presents Alessandro Scarlatti\u2019s opera L\u2019honest\u00e0 negli amori (\u201cHonesty in Love Affairs\u201d, 1680), reconstructed by Estonian composer Eduard Tubin, at the University of Tartu\u2019s assembly hall. This is the first time the opera will be performed in Estonia.<br>\n\u2794 The concert is free for all school and university students. Please note that students also need to download their free tickets from Piletikeskus. The tickets are available through <a href=\"https:\/\/sviby.com\/et\/e\/7gzzfk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>Piletikeskus<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Solaride to compete at the 24-hour solar car race in Belgium<\/h2>\n<p>On <strong>19 September<\/strong>, Solaride\u2019s solar car will compete at the iLumen European Solar Challenge, the largest solar car race in Europe, held at Circuit Zolder in Belgium.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/solaride-compete-24-hour-solar-car-race-belgium\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">29th Tartu Bike Marathon<\/h2>\n<p>The 29th Tartu Bike Marathon takes place on <strong>20 September<\/strong> and offers distances for cyclists of different ages and fitness levels. When registering, select Tartu \u00dclikool as your team in the \u201cOTHER INFORMATION\u201d section to receive a 30% discount on the registration fee.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/event\/29th-tartu-bike-marathon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nominate a university employee or student for honorary decoration<\/h2>\n<p>All University of Tartu staff and students are invited to nominate candidates who deserve to be awarded the university\u2019s honorary decoration for their outstanding achievements.<br>\n\u2794 Nominations can be submitted via the <a href=\"https:\/\/survey.ut.ee\/index.php\/312681?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>web form<\/u><\/a> until <strong>20 September<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Doctoral researchers are invited to three-minute thesis competition<\/h2>\n<p>Registration is now open for the University of Tartu\u2019s three-minute thesis competition for doctoral researchers, which will take place on 21 October at the University of Tartu Library. Participants will present their research in a short popular science presentation in Estonian or English. The best speakers will be awarded a travel grant for professional development. The deadline for registration is <strong>12 October<\/strong>.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/doctoral-researchers-are-invited-three-minute-thesis-competition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">University of Tartu researchers advise the government on creating a safe digital environment<\/h2>\n<p>On <strong>31 August<\/strong>, Prime Minister Kristen Michal convened a government advisory board of digital safety experts, including five researchers from the University of Tartu, who advocate evidence-based solutions.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/university-tartu-researchers-advise-government-creating-safe-digital-environment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-block mb-3\">\n\t\t<div class=\"accordion \" id=\"accordion-accordion-6ac4339cba269\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-item accordion-item--white\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"accordion-6ac4339cba269-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-6ac4339cba269-collapse-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"accordion-6ac4339cba269-collapse-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t31 August \u2013 6 September\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"accordion-6ac4339cba269-collapse-1\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-6ac4339cba269-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-body pt-0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Submit Your Outstanding Thesis to the National Contest for University Students<\/h2>\n<p>The Estonian Research Council (ETAG) invites students to participate in the 2026 National Contest for University Students. Submissions are open until 15 September (inclusive). This year, the total prize fund exceeds \u20ac200,000.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/content\/submit-your-outstanding-thesis-national-contest-university-students\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>University community receives a 30% discount on Tartu Maraton events<\/h2>\n<p>Staff and students of the University of Tartu can take part in Tartu Maraton events with a 30% discount. This gives university members an affordable opportunity to represent the University of Tartu at sporting events together with colleagues and fellow students.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/university-community-receives-30-discount-tartu-maraton-events\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Professorship of resilient futures<\/h2>\n<p>The professorship of resilient futures aims to bring recognised thinkers and practitioners with significant societal influence to the University of Tartu to reflect on the future of Estonia, democracy and the free world. The first Professor of Resilient Futures, in the 2026\/2027 academic year, is General Martin Herem. Herem delivers a series of public lectures (in Estonian).<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/resilient-futures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alessandro Scarlatti\u2019s opera L\u2019honest\u00e0 negli amori<\/h2>\n<p>On <strong>17 September<\/strong> at 18, the Opera Studio of the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre presents Alessandro Scarlatti\u2019s opera <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/event\/harmonia-universitatis-alessandro-scarlattis-opera-lhonesta-negli-amori\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">L\u2019honest\u00e0 negli amori<\/a> (\u201cHonesty in Love Affairs\u201d, 1680), reconstructed by Estonian composer Eduard Tubin, at the University of Tartu\u2019s assembly hall. This is the first time the opera will be performed in Estonia. The concert is free for all school and university students.<br>\n\u2794 The tickets are available through <a href=\"https:\/\/sviby.com\/et\/e\/7gzzfk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>Piletikeskus<\/u><\/a>. Please note that students also need to download their free tickets from Piletikeskus.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discover student organisations at the Ole Rohkem Student Fair!<\/h2>\n<p>On <strong>2 September<\/strong>, the Ole Rohkem Student Fair will take place in Tartu Town Hall Square. Ole Rohkem is a cooperation network of Tartu student organisations. At the fair, you can meet representatives of nearly 40 student organisations, learn more about what they do and find a community that suits you. Both new and current students are welcome.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/olerohkem.ee\/tudengimess\/\">Ole Rohkem website<\/a><br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/fb.me\/e\/8ipUgrXMa\">Facebook event<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Share your investing experience!<\/h2>\n<p>University of Tartu master\u2019s student Mait Suursaar is looking for participants for his thesis research who have experience with investing. The study explores why we make the financial decisions we do and what we expect from financial freedom.<br>\nParticipation involves completing a short background questionnaire and taking part in a 60\u201390-minute in-depth interview, either online or in person. Participation is anonymous and confidential. Interviews will take place in <strong>August and September<\/strong>.<br>\n\u2794 If you are interested, contact mait.suursaar@ut.ee.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take part in Emerging Technologies Olympiads 2026 in Hong Kong<\/h2>\n<p>The Emerging Technologies Olympiads \u2013 Eastern Conference 2026 will take place in Hong Kong on 10\u201311 October, focusing on AI, blockchain and quantum computing. Students can join the competition track with their own project or take part in the community track without competing. Students and recent graduates from all disciplines are welcome.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/hk.kb.institute\/upcomingevents\/eto2026.html\">More information and application<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-block mb-3\">\n\t\t<div class=\"accordion \" id=\"accordion-accordion-6ac4339cba5b9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-item accordion-item--white\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"accordion-6ac4339cba5b9-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-6ac4339cba5b9-collapse-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"accordion-6ac4339cba5b9-collapse-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t24 August \u2013 30 August\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"accordion-6ac4339cba5b9-collapse-1\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-6ac4339cba5b9-heading-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-body pt-0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Physical activity is an important part of everyday life at the University of Tartu<\/h2>\n<p>In recent years, the University of Tartu has set itself the goal of promoting wellbeing through physical activity and sport. Sports competitions, daily opportunities for physical activity, and traditional community events are organised for both students and staff.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/physical-activity-important-part-everyday-life-university-tartu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>University of Tartu and Tartu Maraton cooperate to increase opportunities for physical activity among university members<\/h2>\n<p>On 13 August, the Rector of the University of Tartu Toomas Asser and the CEO of MT\u00dc Tartu Maraton Indrek Kelk signed a cooperation agreement under which university staff and students can participate in Tartu Maraton events at discounted rates. The University of Tartu discount is already available. When registering for an event, select \u201cTartu \u00dclikool\u201d as your team in the \u201cOTHER INFORMATION\u201d section. A 30% discount will then be automatically applied to the registration fee, based on the price in effect at the time of registration. As participation fees change during the registration period and generally increase as the event approaches, participants are encouraged to register early.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/university-tartu-and-tartu-maraton-cooperate-increase-opportunities-physical-activity-among\">Continue reading<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>UT sports club\u2019s men\u2019s eight won their first-ever Estonian championship title<\/h2>\n<p>For the first time in the history of the University of Tartu Academic Sports Club, the club\u2019s men\u2019s eight secured first place at the Estonian Rowing Championships at the Aidu water sports centre.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/ut-sports-clubs-mens-eight-won-their-first-ever-estonian-championship-title\">Continue reading<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Beginning-of-semester party \u201cIntroduction to Tartu Nightlife (3 ECTS)\u201d<\/h2>\n<p><strong>31 August<\/strong> at 19:00, after the opening ceremony and information sessions, all students \u2013 especially first-year students \u2013 are invited to Genialistide Klubi for \u201cIntroduction to Tartu Nightlife (3 ECTS, or Extra Awesome Party)\u201d, organised in cooperation with GenKlubi, the University of Tartu Student Union, ESN Tartu, Tartu Student Days and EA\u00dcS.<br>\nGet to know Tartu\u2019s nightlife, take part in fun icebreakers and quizzes, and enjoy performances by a colourful line-up of local artists. A student tip for saving money: bring cash for your ticket!<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/2454581198370845\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook event<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Nominate a university employee or student for honorary decoration<\/h2>\n<p>All University of Tartu staff and students are invited to nominate candidates who deserve to be awarded the university\u2019s honorary decoration for their outstanding achievements. Nominations can be submitted via the <a class=\"ext\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\" href=\"https:\/\/survey.ut.ee\/index.php\/312681?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-extlink=\"\"><u>web form<\/u><\/a> until 20 September.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/ut.ee\/en\/news\/nominate-university-employee-or-student-honorary-decoration\">Read more<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 id=\"event-title\" tabindex=\"-1\">Alessandro Scarlatti\u2019s opera L\u2019honest\u00e0 negli amori<\/h2>\n<p>On <strong>17 September<\/strong> at 18, the Opera Studio of the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre presents Alessandro Scarlatti\u2019s opera L\u2019honest\u00e0 negli amori (\u201cHonesty in Love Affairs\u201d, 1680), reconstructed by Estonian composer Eduard Tubin, at the University of Tartu\u2019s assembly hall. This is the first time the opera will be performed in Estonia.<\/p>\n<p>The concert is free for all school and university students. The tickets are available through <a class=\"ext\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\" href=\"https:\/\/sviby.com\/et\/e\/7gzzfk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-extlink=\"\"><u>Piletikeskus<\/u><\/a>. Please note that students also need to download their free tickets from Piletikeskus.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Discover student organisations at the Ole Rohkem Student Fair!<\/h2>\n<p>On <strong>2 September<\/strong>, the Ole Rohkem Student Fair will take place in Tartu Town Hall Square. Ole Rohkem is a cooperation network of Tartu student organisations. At the fair, you can meet representatives of nearly 40 student organisations, learn more about what they do and find a community that suits you. Both new and current students are welcome.<br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/olerohkem.ee\/tudengimess\/\">Ole Rohkem website<\/a><br>\n\u2794 <a href=\"https:\/\/fb.me\/e\/8ipUgrXMa\">Facebook event<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Share your investing experience!<\/h2>\n<p>University of Tartu master\u2019s student Mait Suursaar is looking for participants for his thesis research who have experience with investing. The study explores why we make the financial decisions we do and what we expect from financial freedom.<br>\nParticipation involves completing a short background questionnaire and taking part in a 60\u201390-minute in-depth interview, either online or in person. Participation is anonymous and confidential. Interviews will take place in <strong>August and September<\/strong>.<br>\n\u2794 If you are interested, contact mait.suursaar@ut.ee.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Take part in Emerging Technologies Olympiads 2026 in Hong Kong<\/h2>\n<p>The Emerging Technologies Olympiads \u2013 Eastern Conference 2026 will take place in Hong Kong on 10\u201311 October, focusing on AI, blockchain and quantum computing. Students can join the competition track with their own project or take part in the community track without competing. 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