University of Washington and University of Lapland present an informal panel discussion focused on navigating Arctic academic partnerships and collaborations between the US and Finland in the current geopolitical context. This panel is designed for students and scholars in Finland to hear firsthand how research in the US has been affected by the current geopolitical situation, and what opportunities there are for collaboration with US institutions.

With opening remarks from Vice Rector of Research Sari Lindblom and moderated by Laura Junka-Aikio, Professor of Northern Politics and Government at University of Lapland.

Panelists:

Jason Young, Assistant Professor, Information School, University of Washington

Elena Campbell, Associate Professor, Department of History, University of Washington 

Juho Kähkönen, Researcher, Faculty of Law, University of Lapland 

Mia Filardi, American Arctic Connection Intern, UArctic & Master’s Student in Peace Studies, Tampere University