LiU 50 Years

Once upon a time, Linköping University was just an idea. Today, we stand as living proof of what courage, curiosity and free thoughts can achieve.

50 years of changing the world

Our best time is soon

The creativity of LiU students has ensured a rich student life for more than 50 years now. LiU:s students are constantly taking new initiatives and being innovative. Commitment, resourcefulness, drive and intelligence at every step!

50 years of confidence 

The Swedish king and queen in a carriage

HM The King to celebrate 50 years of innovation with LiU

Linköping University is celebrating its 50th birthday, and in May there will be an intensive party week with lectures, a festival and a birthday reception. King Carl XVI Gustaf, who inaugurated the university in 1975, is the guest of honour.

Our best time is soon

The creativity of LiU students has ensured a rich student life for more than 50 years now. LiU:s students are constantly taking new initiatives and being innovative. Commitment, resourcefulness, drive and intelligence at every step!

50 years of achievements

LiU celebrates 50 years as a university! Join Vice-Chancellor Jan-Ingvar Jönsson on a deep dive into the university’s archives and a look ahead to the coming years. With the power of nearly 50,000 students and co-workers, we continue to think freely and innovate.

Our alumni are our past and our future. Meet some of them here.

LiU Alumni

142 000 alumni

Our network is growing.

100 countries

Our alumni live all over the world.

5500

LiU degrees every year.

Events at LiU 50 Years

LiU celebrates 50 years