Activity Calendar Autumn 2026
Student health, study and career guidance, the International Office and the library at Karlstad University together with the University Church, arrange many activities to help you through your studies. Here you can see which activities that are current in spring 2026. Please note that pre-registration is required for some
ACTIVITIES (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)
LIBRARY WRITING CENTRE
We help you to develop your academic writing. To book an individual tutorial in Swedish or in English, visit https://kaubibl.onlinebooq.se/
For further enquiries, email languagesupport@kau.se
At the library, we also organize book clubs, workshops, reading sessions, seminars, and other activities for students. You are welcome to join! Check out our calendar at kau.se/en/library
CONTACT FAMILY MINGLE
Mingle for exchange students and contact families in Gläntan January 21 at 17.00 - 19.00.
Invitations are sent via email to registered exchange students and contact families in the Contact family project.
For further enquiries, email; exchange@kau.se
STUDENT HEALTH’S LECTURE SERIES “30 MINUTES FOR YOUR WELL-BEING”
On two Thursdays you are invited to half-hour lectures. The lectures are online via Zoom and take place between 12:15 and 12:45, and afterwards there is an opportunity to ask questions to the lecturer. Sign up for the lecture and feel free to have your lunch during the session.
29/1 Thrive studying in Sweden
26/3 Overcome Speech Anxiety
Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration at studenthalsa.se)
Information and registration: studenthalsa.se and https://studenthalsa.se/30-minuter-for-ditt-maende/
ACTIVITIES (DROP IN SESSIONS)
WORKSHOPS IN STUDY TECHNIQUES
We have workshops on study techniques at the beginning of every autumn and spring semester. The sessions will be held in English. They will offer valuable tools and strategies to improve learning efficiency, organisation and time management, which can lead to increased study motivation and better academic results. We will go through the best way to start a course, how to set up your study plan and use a study technique that works for you, as well as a workshop on exam preparation.
How do I start a course and set up my studies?
Remotely: Monday, February 2, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Zoom: link)
How do I stay motivated during the course?
Remotely: Monday, February 9, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Zoom: link)
ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT
Writing tutors answer short questions about your text and in-text citations. They can also tell you about how the library’s writing centre can help you with your academic English during term.
Time: Tuesdays, 12.00-12.30
Online/Zoom: https://kau-se.zoom.us/my/skrivhandledning
WELCOME CEREMONY FOR EXHANGE STUDENTS
Welcome Ceremony for newly arrived exchange students attending the spring semester 2026. Incoming exchange students receive an invitation via email.
Date: Tuesday January 20
Time: 15.15 - 16.30.
Location: Lagerlöfsalen
Questions? exchange@kau.se
PHILOSOPHICAL CAFÉ
The conversation corner where we talk about everything from philosophy to everyday topics.
Dates: Tuesdays, January 20 - May 12
Time: 16.30 - 17.30
Location: 3C 314
Questions? University Church via cristoffer.forssander@kau.se
THE FRIDAY SANDWICH
The social hub where you are welcome as you are. Free sandwich and coffee or tea.
Dates: Fridays, January 30 - April 24
Time: 12.00-13.00
Location: 3C 314
Note! We’re starting the Friday Sandwich tradition early on January 23 with a fun social gathering!
With socializing, grilled sausages, and a points hunt at the area between Gläntan and Nordic Wellness.
Join us for an afternoon of fun and connection!
Time: 12.00-13.00
Questions? University Church via cristoffer.forssander@kau.se
LGBTQI+LUNCH
A lunch together with new and old friends? Come as you are!
Dates: every other Thursday from February 12 to April 9.
Time: 12.00-13.00
Location: 3C 304
Questions? University Church via cristoffer.forssander@kau.se
GAME NIGHTS AND MOVIE NIGHTS
Game nights every other week and a movie night once a month.
Jackbox Games:
Date and time: January 15 & 28, February 11 & 25, March 11 & 25, April 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, 5:15 PM–approx. 7:00 PM
Location: Fryxellsalen 1B 306
Questions? Contact the University Chaplaincy at cristoffer.forssander@kau.se
Movie Night:
Date and time: January 6, February 2, March 3, April 13, and May 5, 5:15 PM–approx. 9:00 PM
Location: Fryxellsalen, 1B 306
Questions? Contact the University Chaplaincy at cristoffer.forssander@kau.se
UNIZUMBA FOR EVERYONE
A joyful and easy way for anyone who wants to learn Zumba!
Date and time: Thursdays, February 12 – June 4, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Rhythmics Room, 7B 205
Questions? Contact the University Chaplaincy at cristoffer.forssander@kau.se
LATIN AMERICAN DANCES
Learn to dance salsa and bachata!
Date and time: Tuesdays, January 27 – May 26, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM
Location: Rhythmics Room, 7B205
Questions? Contact the University Chaplaincy at cristoffer.forssander@kau.se