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Lund University International PodcastSpecial: A cosy Christmas in SwedenChristmas in Sweden is most widely considered a time to be cosy with family and friends, and enjoy a good bit of food and drink. But how does Christmas in Sweden compare to other countries, and what should incoming international students expect from their first Swedish holiday season? In this episode, host Daniel Gunnarsson (LU International Office) speaks to colleagues Erik Kvist and Louise Corrigan-Konow, and together they share everything there is to know about Christmas in Sweden. Together they touch on holiday traditions from gift giving to Christmas cartoons, festive dishes and beverages from the controversial 'Jansson's frestelse...
2024-12-1934 minLund University International PodcastWell-being and health support services for international studentsMoving abroad to study is an exciting time, but it also brings many challenges, and it's important that you're supported while undertaking your studies. At Lund University, our support services include the Student Health Centre and the Multifaith Chaplaincy, which are here to support your mental and physical wellbeing while studying. In this episode, host Louise Corrigan-Konow (LU International Office) speaks to Simon Nilsson from the Student Health Centre and Jan Kjellström of the University's Multifaith Chaplaincy about their respective roles, and the variety of support they can offer to international students during their studies.
2024-11-1920 minLund University International PodcastSweden and SwedishnessWondering what to expect from Sweden and Swedish culture while you're here for your studies? In this episode, we dive into what a new international student can expect when they arrive for studies at Lund, from the oft-celebrated fika to standing around in queues; how you can take advantage of beautiful Swedish nature with allemansrätten, and how you can embrace concepts of lagom and jantelagen during your time in Sweden. This episode is hosted by Daniel Gunnarsson (LU International Office), and features guests Louise Corrigan-Konow and Erik Kvist, both of whom are Migration Coordinators at the Division of E...
2024-09-3033 minLund University International PodcastMigration support for international studentsMany international students often feel somewhat daunted by the prospect of applying for residency as part of their journey to Lund and Sweden, and while this is indeed a crucially important and sometimes complex part of preparing for your studies, it's not a process you need to handle all by yourself. In this episode, host Maria Lindblad (LU International Office) speaks to International Migration Coordinators Louise Corrigan-Konow and Erik Kvist about navigating migration processes, as well as covering the support services they offer to international students and staff. Together they discuss key details and deadlines for the residency application...
2024-05-2137 min