During this period of physical distancing, we have been impressed by the enormous capacity of people at the University for innovative thinking and creative problem-solving in difficult circumstances. For many, it has been a huge technology leap and we are confident that, despite everything, it will mean we have an even better University when this is over.
Though the pandemic has affected everyone, research and education have nevertheless been pursued to the customary high standard. New ventures have seen the light of day, the students have taken their courses, theses have been defended, articles have been published, seminars have been held, breakthroughs have been made and insights have been communicated to the world. Every part of the University has been a hive of activity.
In the autumn, if the forecasts hold, we will meet again face to face. We are looking forward to this. It will be a pleasure to meet and get to know more of you – all you extraordinary members of staff who make Uppsala University a treasure house bursting with creativity and learning.
Thank you for your marvellous efforts and for the enormous responsibility you have taken!
We wish you all an enjoyable summer.
See you in the autumn!
Vice-chancellor Anders Hagfeldt and Deputy vice-chancellor Coco Norén