Lund students want to go to Brussels – the EU academy is growing

Although the European Union (EU) is a large organization with over 60 000 employees across its different institutions, only around 1 200 of them are Swedish. However, in Lund the situation looks different. The EU academy has grown rapidly in popularity, proving that there is a strong interest in the EU amongst students in Lund.

Rising food prices and grocery chain boycotts: What do students think?

From tofu to juice, students are feeling the squeeze of rising grocery costs. A national boycott of major grocery chains has gained traction. Lundagård took to the streets to ask students about their grocery spending habits and thoughts on the boycott. 

New study: AI more effective in breast cancer detection

AI is revolutionizing disease detection, including breast cancer screening. New research from Lund University’s Masai trial shows that AI-supported screening can be significantly more effective than traditional methods.

EU Careers lack Swedish applicants: ”The next generation is needed”

On Thursday February 6th, the Social Sciences Student Union at Lund University hosted a lecture with the European Parliament and EU Careers. Pernilla Jourde and Cecilia Sundberg, two Swedish EU civil servants, talked about life in Brussels and encouraged students to consider these careers.

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Cutting Stereotypes, One Trim at a Time

By Philippa Scholz
17 november, 2023
From batting away male fantasies of short-haired ‘rebels’ to being asked if she and her boyfriend were a ‘homosexual couple’, Lundagård’s columnist Philippa Scholz explores her experiences around how her hairstyles have impacted people’s perceptions of her gender and sexuality. 
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Sketches on Democracy

By Dianne Kok
10 november, 2023
We can find all kinds of inspiration in art. Lund’s Skissernas Museum is unique in showcasing the process of art. The museum’s latest temporary exhibition, “Kom som du är”, especially invites both artist and visitor to come as they are. 
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PhD-student and thesis advisor in conflict over plagiarism

By Nadia Hebbar
26 oktober, 2023
On September 29, a PhD-student passed his thesis at Lund University, although he was accused of plagiarism by his former thesis advisor.
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TROUBLE WITH THEO

By Theodor Bondestam
13 oktober, 2023
In Lundagård's advice column, Theodor Bondestam answers the readers' questions. This week's inquirer is an international student who has difficulty finding friends in Lund.
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I need a Villian to Blame for my Misfortunes

By Philippa Scholz
13 oktober, 2023
After a freak accident caused Lundagård’s student life columnist Philippa Scholz to no longer be able to run her first marathon, she had to deal with feelings of anger, disappointment and frustration. As she came to terms with what had happened, she realised that there was no one she could blame for her misfortune – not even herself.
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”Frutti di Mare”: 10 years of Ingela Ihrman’s work at Malmö Konsthall

By Lucy Hollett
12 oktober, 2023
Are you ready to embark on a journey through the depths of art, humor, and profound reflections on existence? This fall, Malmö Konsthall presents the most extensive exhibition to date by the internationally acclaimed Swedish artist, Ingela Ihrman.
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”I’ve accepted that any day could be my last”

By Thea Sandin
12 oktober, 2023
Sofia Panashchuk had to flee Kiev when the war broke out in Ukraine and came to Sweden last summer to work at Lund University. Now she’s back, even if it’s just for a short time, before returning to her studies in Ukraine.
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I juggle hobbies like others do love affairs

By Philippa Scholz
15 september, 2023
Hobbies are a great way of adding pleasure to the everyday. However, are they still meaningful when they are undertaken rarely? Philippa Scholz, Lundagård's student life columnist and self-proclaimed ‘poly-hobbyist’, explores her relationship with her many extracurriculars.
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A short guide on ‘how to Lund’ for exchange students

By Ondrej Gomola
21 augusti, 2023
Welcome to Sweden! Lundagård's Ondrej Gomola writes about some of the things that might be good to know for new exchange students in Lund.
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What culture shocks have you experienced in Lund?

By Alexandra Bradley
2 juni, 2023
Lund is a town with students from all over the planet. Lundagård’s Alexandra Bradley interviewed five students studying in Sweden, who hail from different corners of the world, to see what their biggest culture shocks have been so far.
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