Dalian Dawody, 25 years old and a student at the Elite Sports University at Karlstad University, became world champion in Thai boxing in the 75-kilo weight class during the World Championships in Turkey in spring 2025. On the last weekend of August, he also won a championship belt in Muaythai For Life on home turf in Karlstad.
Starting this autumn, all public spaces such as classrooms and group rooms will be equipped with sensors. The aim is to gain a better understanding of how the premises are used. The installation of sensors does not cover offices or staff rooms.
The purpose of installing the sensors is to measure how the premises are used, in order to make more efficient use of the premises, reduce energy consumption and improve the indoor climate.
Johnnie Lindgren, a teacher in physical education at Dallidenskolan in Kil, is Alum of the Year 2025 at Karlstad University. His teaching is based on an innovative approach and new ways of thinking, focusing on motivating his pupils to believe in their own abilities.
Johnnie Lindgren graduated as a teacher in Swedish and physical education in 2009 and feels honoured to receive the award as Alum of the Year.
– It’s incredibly exciting and honouring.
A student at Karlstad University passed away at his parents' home during the night between Saturday 6 September and Sunday 7 September. The cause is currently unknown. Our thoughts go out to family, friends and fellow students at this difficult time. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Miljödata’s investigation into the consequences following the cyberattack shows that certain information about current and former employees at Karlstad University has been leaked.
Miljödata, which provides the system Adato for documenting long-term sick leave and rehabilitation, announced last week that the company had been targeted in a cyberattack and that personal data may have been leaked.
Miljödata’s investigation now shows that certain personal data about current a
The IT department at Karlstad University was hit by a burglary at half past seven on Wednesday evening. A security guard on site alerted the police, who quickly arrived on site.
During the evening it turned out that it was a minor burglary. No one was injured, but it did lead to some material damage to the premises.
– Our security procedures have worked well, says IT manager Mats Möller.
The extent of what was stolen is unclear.
We are now in the midst of starting a new semester. Most of the colleagues that I have spoken with since the summer break have shared that they had a good summer, with time for rest and reflection.
Kjerstin Almqvist is one of the authors of the new book Attachment in Social Work: On Parenting Capacity and Children's Needs which is based on several years of research and practical experience from social services.
The book provides an introduction to attachment theory and explains how children form emotional bonds with their caregivers – bonds that influence their development, sense of security, and relationships later in life.
Miljödata’s investigation of the consequences following the cyberattack continues. The investigation shows that the hackers have been able to access parts of Miljödata’s data, but so far, there is no evidence that data has been stolen.
Miljödata announced that they will restart the systems and open them to customers again on Friday 29 August.
Muhammad Murtaza Ali recently presented his licentiate thesis in business administration, where he identifies connections between the digitalisation of the music industry and educational initiatives for street children.
– Services shape human capabilities and well-being and it’s often the practical details that determine if a service actually is inclusive, says Muhammad.
What led you to focus on the connection between the music industry and educational initiatives for st
Exhaustion disorder is complex and difficult to measure. People’s experiences cannot always be captured through limited tests, as demonstrated in a recent doctoral thesis by Andreas Nelson, researcher at Karlstad University.
– These are complex processes. Cognitive functions, such as memory and attention, are difficult to measure, just like exhaustion. There are so many factors involved.
Miljödata, which provides the system Adato for documenting long-term sick leave and rehabilitation, has been targeted in a cyberattack. The extent of the attack is still unclear, and it is not yet confirmed whether any personal data has been leaked.
Karlstad University was notified about the cyberattack on Monday morning, 25 August.
According to the Public Health Agency, approximately 20 percent of the Swedish population has some form of disability. Suzanne Millmark, doctoral student at Karlstad Business School, has conducted research on the inclusion of employees with disabilities when working from home.
– Based on my work experience and academic background in psychology, public health and work, it felt like a natural and interesting area to study.
Through close collaboration between the disciplines of law and information systems at Karlstad Business School, students can now specialise in legal tech.
– We have a unique advantage in that it’s natural for us to work together across disciplines. This enables us to offer students cutting-edge training, says Cyril Holm, docent in law.
The studies are demanding, fast-paced and challenging, as the courses are interdisciplinary and taught in English.
The reconstruction of the university bus stop has now been completed and the road is once again open to car traffic. Starting Monday, 18 August, there is also a new bus route to and from the university.
The reconstruction work at the bus stops by the university and Kronoparkskyrkan was initiated by Karlstad Municipality in mid-May, affecting traffic in the area.
On Saturday 16 August, it will be exactly one hundred years since our beloved city park, Mariebergsskogen, was inaugurated. Anna Lööf Falkman, CEO and Alumnus of the Year 2015, invites everyone to a festive celebration lasting all day!
It’s a busy time for Anna Lööf Falkman.
Over the course of several weeks, two researchers from Bangalore, India, have visited the university as part of an ongoing collaboration funded by STINT, the Swedish Foundation for International Cooperation in Research and Higher Education.
This is a long-term collaboration, says Sergej Moroz, Associate Professor of Physics. This time, it’s a PhD student, Ankush Chaubey, and his advisor, Subhro Bhattacharjee, who are here for a couple of weeks.
– My research improves our understanding of how to strengthen the rights of children and better protect them in a digital setting, says Germaine Hillerström, who recently defended her doctoral thesis in civil law at Karlstad Business School.
The subject first piqued Germaine Hillerström’s interest when she read about children who - unbeknownst to their parents - had made digital purchases, which raises the issue of responsibility and the legal capacity of children.
– Man
How can we understand autism and ADHD in a way that is grounded in the experiences of individuals who live with these forms of neurodivergences? Finding answers to this question is what motivates Hanna Bertilsdotter Rosqvist, newly appointed professor of social work at Karlstad University.
