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Let’s meet up for pastries and lights! ✨ When the days are dark and cold, a bit of light – and a warm fika – makes all the difference. Nobel Lights add a special artistic sparkle, and before Grow Internationals takes a Christmas break, we’d love to gather for a cozy get-together at Kungsholmen. Here’s the plan: We’ll meet at …
Every Christmas, the Uplands Nation house becomes a cozy meeting place for Uppsala’s international community; researchers settling into their new roles, students staying over the break, and professionals who’ve made Uppsala their temporary or long-term home. The tradition started back in 1969 with a handful of students who couldn’t travel, and it’s grown into one of the city’s most welcoming …
Every Christmas, the Uplands Nation house becomes a cozy meeting place for Uppsala’s international community; researchers settling into their new roles, students staying over the break, and professionals who’ve made Uppsala their temporary or long-term home. The tradition started back in 1969 with a handful of students who couldn’t travel, and it’s grown into one of the city’s most welcoming …
As the festive season approaches, we find ourselves eager to gather to celebrate the joy and warmth of the holidays. This year, Uppsala International Hub is hosting a Julfika gathering and would be honored to have you for an evening filled with laughter, delicious treats, and the spirit of togetherness. They will be serving some traditional Julfika delights, including lussekatter …
Join us for the next Expat Coffee Morning in Stockholm on November 18! This time, you’ll hear a personal story of growth and belonging from Abhishek Sinha, Managing Director of Sales at Accenture (the largest consulting firm in the world). With 18 years of experience navigating Swedish society and building a C-level career, Abhishek will share his insights on turning …
Attention all chocolate lovers! Sweden’s sweet calendar continues with Chocolate Day on November 11, and we’re celebrating it the best way possible – with a cozy fika at the popular Socker Sucker. They’re known for their delicious pastries, with (of course!) some chocolatey options. Here’s the plan: We’ll meet at the Grow Internationals’ office (Torsgatan 26) at 11:00 AM, then …
Join us for our Fall Expat Coffee Morning in Stockholm on October 16th! Finding your way in Sweden as an international involves more than just surviving, it’s about mastering the language and understanding the cultural codes that help you find your feet. For this special event, we welcome Nena Krizea, who will share practical language learning and cultural adaptation experiences …
Join us for our Expat Coffee Morning in Stockholm on September 29th! Finding your way in Sweden as an international can be challenging, but there are pathways to help you succeed and feel at home. For this special event, we are excited to collaborate with our partners Nema Problema and Nya Kompisbyrån, who share our mission of supporting integration and …
Are you an expat living in Uppsala? Are you longing to be part of an international community? Join us for a delightful Afternoon Fika, a cherished Swedish tradition that celebrates the joy of pausing your day for a good coffee, sweet treats, and even better company! This event is more than just a coffee break, it’s a warm and welcoming …
Are you an expat living in Uppsala? Do you want to get to know some more people? Join us for this coffee morning where we bring together local Swedes from Uppsala and the international community. This is an informal event where you can meet new people, take part in a discussion around culture, enjoy interesting conversations, drink tea and coffee, …
