"The social aspect of student life is of course a completely central part of how one experiences their time as a student," says former Vice-Chancellor Eva Wiberg. "But for me, it has also been important to highlight the presence of students in the city, as it increases the attractiveness of Gothenburg."
Each year, one or more scholarships, totaling 50,000 Swedish kronor, will be awarded to organizations or individuals who have taken commendable initiatives and organized social activities for students at the University of Gothenburg. Initiatives that promote inclusivity, unity among students, and collaboration with the surrounding community and business sector are given priority.
The purpose of the Student Fund is to provide better conditions for successful studies, contribute to student well-being, strengthen cohesion among different student groups, foster a sense of community across educational areas, and enhance the attractiveness of both the university and the city of Gothenburg.
The Student Fund was founded in the spring of 2023 by the then Vice-Chancellor Eva Wiberg in collaboration with, among others, Carl Bennet AB.
Nominations
Anyone associated with the University of Gothenburg has the right to nominate recipients.
Nomination period: 2 February – 2 March 2026
How to nominate: You submit the nomination by email to rektor@gu.se. Please write as the subject: Eva Wibergs stipendium för studentliv och samverkan.
When submitting a nomination, the following information should be included:
- Names of the nominees, along with their contact information
- A justification for the nomination
- Links to information about the nominee’s activities, relevant news articles, or other supporting materials
- Any additional explanation of how the scholarship would contribute
Decision
The Student Fund’s selection committee will review all applications during their meeting in April. The committee will propose recipients for the Eva Wiberg Scholarship, and the recipients will be notified after the vice-chancellor’s decision. The scholarship will be awarded during Diplomeringsceremonin, May 5th.