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The “Beyond the Click” training series begins in mid-November
The training sessions are intended for students who are about to write an essay, research paper or thesis.
30 October 2026 studies
UPDATED: Teams and Outlook are available again now. If you continue to experience problems using these services, please contact IT helpdesk via the portal or by email [email protected].
UPDATED: Teams and Outlook are available again now. If you continue to experience problems using these services, please contact IT helpdesk via the portal or by email [email protected].
29 October 2026 university
University of Tartu marked 394 years since its founding
On 23 October, the 394th anniversary of Academia Gustaviana was celebrated. The occasion was marked by a commemorative ceremony honouring the university’s founders, a lecture by Jüri Luik, and a free concert “Passion and madness” at the university’s assembly hall.
14 October 2026 university
Four medical databases are available for a trial period
University members can try out the new databases and provide feedback until 4 November.
05 October 2026 studies
Exhibition of tiny birdhouses from found materials
Birdhouses form miniature architectural sketches.
05 October 2026 for society
Open Access Week seminar focuses on the cost of creating and preserving knowledge
The seminars and discussions of Open Access Week, taking place in the penultimate week of October, will focus on the cost of creating and preserving knowledge.
28 September 2026 research
Music listening evenings continue in the music room
Music listening evenings are a great opportunity to discover new albums and musicians.
16 September 2026 for society
Library's e-bookstore is temporarily closed
It is currently not possible to make purchases through the e-bookstore.
14 September 2026 for society
Funding is still available for publishing high-quality research articles
University of Tartu doctoral students and academic staff who are the lead authors of a publication may apply for funding.
11 September 2026 research
Joint Viewing of Ursula von der Leyen’s Annual Address and Expert Discussion at the Library on 16 September
The annual address will provide the vision, priorities and key initiatives for the year ahead.
09 September 2026 for society
Join us for a mini-tour of the university library!
New students as well as anyone else wishing to use the library are welcome.
31 August 2026 studies
University members can access the Nikkei Asia news portal free of charge
Nikkei Asia is a highly regarded source of information about Asian countries.
28 August 2026 for society
Illustration exhibition “Bright Memory” opens at the University of Tartu Library
Among other illustrators, the works by Ilon Wikland, Edgar Valter and Ülle Peebo are on the exhibition.
24 August 2026 for society
New opening hours of the Rariora Reading Room and Music Room
Music hall is now open longer than before.
24 August 2026 studies
Library is closed on 20 and 21 August
Due to the national holidays, the libary is closed.
17 August 2026 university
DATADOI repository migrated to the Dataverse research data platform
The updated software enhances the repository's security and enables more detailed data description.
02 June 2026 research
28 May 2026 studies
UT Library opening hours in summer
In summer library will open its doors at 10 a.m.
27 May 2026 studies
Valuable legacy of Professor Endel Tulving was donated to the University of Tartu
The legacy of Endel Tulving, the world-renowned researcher of human memory and one of the best-known scientists of Estonian origin, arrived at the University of Tartu Library from Toronto. It includes works on neuroscience, his personal archive of research articles and materials, as well as items and awards related to his scientific achievements.
25 May 2026 researchuniversity
Open Science seminar to discuss better visibility and usability of research data
Seminar concentrates on practical experiences and examples of successful cooperation.
19 May 2026 research