An Evening of Men – Studentafton welcomes Jacob Wallenberg
Tuesday, April 21, is no ordinary Studentafton. The long-established student association has, once again, managed to invite one of Sweden’s most powerful men: Jacob Wallenberg. The Wallenberg family has ruled over their business empire for five generations. Today, they indirectly control around a third of Sweden’s GDP.
Queuing culture, and the fear of being left behind
All major Swedish cities have universities. All major Swedish cities offer an abundance of pubs, clubs, museums and events. However, not all major Swedish cities expect you to stand in line for 24 hours to get a ticket for Valborg. How come young people flock to town?
Polarization and Apathy – How one word became the big issue of our time
Around the world, the gap between voters, and people, is steadily growing. Around the world, debates are turning into fights, and polarization is soaring. It is the big issue of today – but is it really a problem, or rather a consequence?
Teenage girls drive societal change, again
There are few groups of people as tantalised as teenage girls. The way they move, act and talk, as well as their interests and looks, are continuously looked down upon. They are the polar opposite of the adult man; of the people in power.
Lund’s best semla, 2026
It is the 17th of February, and the day of the semla is finally here. Originally supposed to be eaten on the last day before the fast begins, it is usually sold in Swedish bakeries from the beginning of January. Every year, bakeries compete to make the very best ones – but who succeeded this…
The rise of neoliberalism, and the fall of the welfare state – An interview with Paulina Vaughn
As the rug is being swept away from under us, uncertainness is growing rapidly. Ongoing wars, as well as huge economic and social conflicts, have resulted in the 2020’s feeling heavier and heavier. Not only have we not seen the end of history; in many ways we are actually seeing it repeat itself. But if…
Skolafton and the one-question party with no answer in sight
It is the second Studentafton of the semester and on stage Simona Mohamsson, leader of the Swedish Liberal Party and minister of education, Gustav Fridolin, previous minister of education and former leader of the Green Party, take their places. Simona and Gustav are no small names, and the question of education is one of today’s…
Where did our Roaring 20s Go? Studentafton Evaluates the Last 5 years
As the world is approaching yet another episode of “late 20s”, few things seem to go in the right direction. The similarities with our last one, the 1920s, are feeling increasingly stark, which doesn’t ignite much confidence in the time to come.
Church election time – how and why we’re voting
Are you a member of the Swedish church and received a voting card last week? If so, you have been granted the right to vote in the upcoming Swedish church election (no matter if you have already thrown away your card or not).
What´s going on with USAID? A talk with Ellen Hillbom
President Donald Trump’s entry into office has resulted in a massive stream of executive orders. Although Trump has been vocal about the changes he wants to implement, many of the orders, both their content and the speed by which they are being issued, have surprised both voters and opponents. Many of the most radical ones…
