More detailed information about the Academic Ceremony 2027 will be provided throughout autumn 2026.
General information
This is an occasion where we recognise academic achievements and outstanding work.
At Dalarna University, new doctors and honorary doctors are conferred, new professors are inaugurated, and adjunct professors, visiting professors, associate professors, doctors with doctoral degrees from another university, distinguished and recognised teachers, and senior lecturers promoted on artistic grounds are honoured.
Read more about the tradition here:
It is a tradition with roots in the Middle Ages that recognises academic achievements and research. Dalarna University held its first such ceremony in 1995. Since 2004, we have held the ceremony every second year as a way to demonstrate the quality of our research and education.
Academic traditions and symbols - Dalarna University (du.se)
Ahead of the ceremony
Information will be updated in early 2027.
On our website du.se you can find details about the ceremony, which also covers the inaugural lectures, award recipients and the ceremony itself.
Academic Ceremony - Dalarna University
Pre-registered guests are welcome to attend the ceremony and banquet.
University employees are welcome to attend the ceremony free of charge. You and a guest can also choose to attend the subsequent banquet for a subsidised cover fee, subject to availability.
The invitation is sent out by email to employees and externally invited guests in December 2026.
The last day to register is (the exact date will be provided soon) xx February 2027:
Invitation to Academic Ceremony 2027
Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation to the email address you provided. If you cannot find it, please check your spam folder. If you still cannot find your confirmation, contact hogtid@du.se for help.
Ceremony and banquet
Information will be updated in autumn 2026.
Employees and other guests
Ceremony and banquet venue
Venue: Galaxen, Borlänge
Time: 19 March 2027, at XX (arrival no later than XX. Note, if you have registered to be part of the procession, the line-up is at XX in the designated place in Galaxen.
Pre-registration is required for both the ceremony and the banquet.
Those being recognised
If you are being inaugurated, conferred or honoured, please see information at:
Yes, there is a place to hang your outdoor clothing at no cost at Galaxen, Borlänge.
Paid parking is available adjacent to the venue.
Dress code and traditions
Dress codes
There are two types of dress codes, depending on your participation in Academic Ceremony. Please see below for what applies to you.
Formal attire (white tie) (högtidsdräkt): Tailcoat (with a white waistcoat and white bow tie, black socks and black shoes), folk costume (folkdräkt), uniform, full-length evening dress or ball gown.
Dark suit (mörk kostym): A full dark suit (black, dark blue or dark grey). Dress, trouser suit, skirt or trousers with a matching top. The length of the skirt or trousers should be below the knee/calf length. Folk costume (folkdräkt) is also fine. Formal footwear.
Inaugurated as a professor: formal attire (högtidsdräkt)
Accompanying guests can have formal attire, but the dress code dark suit is also fine.
You will be conferred as a doctor: formal attire (högtidsdräkt)
Accompanying guests can have formal attire, but the dress code dark suit is also fine.
Recognised and honoured attendees: dark suit (mörk kostym)
This includes:
- associate professors (docents)
- doctoral graduates at other universities
- visiting professors/adjunct professors
- distinguished and recognised university teachers
- senior lecturer promoted on artistic merits and award recipients)
- accompanying guests
Role during the ceremony (on stage): formal attire (högtidsdräkt)
This includes positions such as Vice-Chancellor, promoter, and other key roles. Accompanying guests can have formal attire, dress code a dark suit is also fine.
Other guests: dark suit (mörk kostym)
This includes: external invited guests, employees and former employees at Dalarna University and accompanying guests.
You can rent clothes at Högtidshuset in Sågmyra, which is about a 20-minute drive from Falun. Their website is currently not working, but you can find them on Facebook: Högtidshuset Facebook Page.
Address: Tidstrandsvägen 7, Sågmyra, Sweden
Phone: +46 70-413 35 13
Email: info@hogtidshuset.se
At the ceremony, the doctors are conferred with a laurel wreath. If you are a doctor and have ordered a doctoral hat, please store it under your chair and wear it during the exit procession. The hat is not to be worn during the banquet.
Additional questions
Yes. For men, white tie generally means a tailcoat with a white waistcoat and a white bow tie.
Alternative forms of the formal dress code may include national dress or a formal uniform, where appropriate. You cannot choose a dark suit instead when the dress code is white tie.
Yes. A national costume is an accepted alternative for both white tie and dark suit dress codes. This applies regardless of the colour of the costume because the national costume is an expression of tradition and cultural heritage.
We recommend that you wear a full-length dress or a full-length trouser suit.
- Colours should be muted or dark.
- The outfit should convey a formal appearance.
- Avoid bright colours, glittery fabrics, or informal patterns.
No. We ask all guests to follow the dress code stated in the invitation. This means dressing neither more nor less formally than recommended.
A dress, skirt, or trousers should be at least calf-length.
- Colours should be muted or dark.
- The outfit should be formal in appearance.
- Avoid bright colours, glittery fabrics or informal patterns.
Any colour is acceptable except solid white or solid black, as these are traditionally reserved for white tie attire and mourning, respectively.
Inaugural lectures
Schedule will be updated in autumn 2026.
Venue: Campus Borlänge
Time: 19 March 2027
No, they cannot be viewed from anywhere else than the library. This is to preserve the tone of the occasion.
After the ceremony
Contact hogtid@du.se so that we can provide you with a new diploma.
Contact the staff at the venue: Quality Hotel Galaxen | Borlänge