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Singing, music and a bonfire – celebrate Walpurgis Night at Örebro Castle

On Thursday 30 April, Örebro University, Örebro Municipality and the Örebro County Administrative Board are hosting a traditional Walpurgis Night celebration by Örebro Castle.

Bilingual support for newly arrived parents boosts confidence – and encourages integration

A brief parenting course can boost the confidence of newly arrived parents in their abilities and enhance their sense of belonging in society. This is shown by a recent study from the Pia project.

A long history of self-control in football

Although modern football is quite different from the game in the 19th century, the ideals of self-control over the body and emotions remain evident today," says Dominik Döllinger, researcher in sociology at Örebro University.

Pooling expertise: Multidisciplinarity for a sustainable future

The Platform for a Sustainable Future at Örebro University, PSF@ORU, aims to contribute to an inclusive welfare society that is mindful of the limits of the earth’s ecosystems.

HR EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH

Örebro University was one of the first universities in Sweden to receive the HR Excellence in Research award. The award recognises Örebro University as an employer an employer with a stimulating and benevolent working environment.

Courses for university teachers

The Centre for Academic Development offers a wide range of courses for you to become a qualified university teacher. Three courses are mandatory to give a solid theoretical foundation. In addition to this, you may choose at least three more weeks of...