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 …
Uppsala: Christmas at Uplands
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 …
Uppsala: Christmas at Uplands
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 …
Uppsala: International Julfika!
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 …
Stockholm: Glögg Mingle 2025
Welcome to Grow Internationals’ annual Glögg mingle on December 9! It’s time for one of our coziest traditions! Join us for a festive evening with warm glögg, great company, and a true Swedish holiday vibe. This year, we’re gathering at a new, super-cozy bar on Södermalm with limited seating, so we’re using pre-registration + entrance tickets (185 SEK). Your ticket …
Finding a Different Path to the Job Market With Jobbsprånget (online seminar)
In this seminar, you will meet Laras Piniji and Rachna Sharma from Sweden’s largest internship program for newcomers and foreign academics. The purpose of the program with Jobbsprånget is to speed up entry to work life in Sweden. Jobbsprånget is a 4-month advanced internship program in close cooperation with Arbetsförmedlingen and is partially financed by the Swedish government. Seven out …
Stockholm: Crepes for Lunch at Söder
Sweet or savory – why choose? Join us for a cozy lunch meetup at Solros Crêperie on Södermalm, where warm crepes meet good company. Whether you’re a fan of classic Nutella, fresh berries, or hearty galettes, there’s something for every taste (and mood). Here’s the plan: We’ll meet at 1 PM on November 7 at the entrance to Solros Crêperie …
Stockholm: Chocolate Day Fika
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 …
Uppsala: SciFest
SciFest is a fun, hands-on science festival with over 80 activities covering everything from AI and climate to health. You can try things like programming Lego robots, testing VR reactions, space quizzes, or meeting real honey bees! It’s a great chance to learn about cool research from Uppsala University and the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, and there’s something for …
Uppsala: A Career in Sweden
“A Career in Sweden: From International Student to Swedish Professional,” organized by the Ultuna Student Union, offers short seminars and workshops for international students interested in working in Sweden. Charlotte Walker, an International Talent Manager at Uppsala International Hub, will be leading the first session of the day on cultural awareness, and will be followed by advice from representatives …









