LECTURE
Every week throughout the academic year, UPF invites guests to lecture on a diverse range of topics. These lectures are the proud product of the Lecture Committee’s work. As a member of UPF Lund you can attend all of our lectures for free, and the in-person lectures are open to everyone at an entrance fee of 50 SEK for non-members.
Being part of the Lecture Committee gives you the opportunity to invite a lecturer that you admire or otherwise find interesting. You invite your guest together with the committee. When your guest arrives in Lund for the lecture, you are UPF’s representative for the evening. This will give you a good chance to establish contact and interact with the lecturer you invited. Notable past speakers at UPF Lund include Kofi Annan, Jan Eliasson, Margot Wallström and Stina Lundberg Dabrowski.
Lectures in Hindsight
Coming soon!
Meet Lecture
Emil Andersson Herrström
Head of Lecture & Board Member
Hello!
My name is Emil, and I am excited to be one of the heads of lecture this year! I am from Sweden, and I am in my second year of studying a BSc in Economy and Society. UPF is the first organization I was a part of, and it is by far the one I have had most fun in!
Outside of UPF I love traveling, being with friends, sports, eating good food and exploring new bars and restaurants (so if you have any good tips feel free to send them!)
I look forward to working together with everyone in UPF to create exciting events and lectures to make new and fun memories!
Francesca Recht
Head of Lecture
Hej hej, I’m Francesca and one of the co-heads of the lecture committee. I’m from Germany and in my second year of the Master’s in International Human Rights Law. Of special interest to me is the interplay of human rights and the environment.
Outside of my studies, I jumped onto the trend of mid-twenties discovering their love for running. I proudly completed my first half marathon in Gothenburg in 2024 (yay!). Also, I’m busy these days learning Japanese (or at least trying to).
What I love most about UPF is how it brings diverse foreign affairs topics closer to students, making them accessible through fun and engaging events.
Emil Andersson Herrström
Head of Lecture & Board Member
Hello!
My name is Emil, and I am excited to be one of the heads of lecture this year! I am from Sweden, and I am in my second year of studying a BSc in Economy and Society. UPF is the first organization I was a part of, and it is by far the one I have had most fun in!
Outside of UPF I love traveling, being with friends, sports, eating good food and exploring new bars and restaurants (so if you have any good tips feel free to send them!)
I look forward to working together with everyone in UPF to create exciting events and lectures to make new and fun memories!
Francesca Recht
Head of Lecture
Hej hej, I’m Francesca and one of the co-heads of the lecture committee. I’m from Germany and in my second year of the Master’s in International Human Rights Law. Of special interest to me is the interplay of human rights and the environment.
Outside of my studies, I jumped onto the trend of mid-twenties discovering their love for running. I proudly completed my first half marathon in Gothenburg in 2024 (yay!). Also, I’m busy these days learning Japanese (or at least trying to).
What I love most about UPF is how it brings diverse foreign affairs topics closer to students, making them accessible through fun and engaging events.
Our Trustees
Lecture Host
Ellen Sköld Harrestam
Grant Coordinator
Eskil Jonsson
PR Lead
Emmy Osterman Hallare
Get involved!
We continuously welcome new members. To join the committee, send a message to lecture@upflund.se. Briefly introduce yourself with your name, academic background, motivate your interest and suggest a few lecturers that you’d like to see in Lund. No pressure, it’s more for us to get to know you, and we’ll get back to you quickly with more information! You are also welcome to join our Facebook group.