[Commlist] Nordic Nerds: A Reading Group for Learning, Networking, and Mentorship

Nordic Nerds: A Reading Group for Learning, Networking, and Mentorship 
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Are you looking for a supportive space to engage with the latest 
research, connect with like-minded scholars, and receive mentorship from 
experienced academics and professionals?

Nordic Nerds is an interdisciplinary reading group where mentorship is 
at the core. Whether you're a PhD student, postdoc, or tenured 
professor, we foster a space for engaging discussions on culture, 
technology, and digital rights, while also building meaningful 
connections through networking and mentorship.

The first iteration of the group, started by Cory Robinson (personal 
site <https://coryrobinson.se/> | LinkedIn profile 
<https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephencoryrobinson/>), began in 2023. This 
initiative grew out of a recognized need for deeper mentorship in 
academia. Too often, graduate students and early-career researchers 
navigate their careers without the guidance they need. Having personally 
experienced the complexities of academic relationships and career 
development, I wanted to create a space where scholars can openly 
discuss their challenges and support one another.

This group isn’t meant to replace graduate supervision—it’s a safe and 
informal environment where colleagues can ask questions about 
mentorship, networking, and academic life in a way that fosters real 
growth and collaboration. Mentorship can be a defining factor in 
long-term academic success.

As we open our second round of competitive applications, are you—or 
someone you know—interested in joining?

🔹Looking for a supportive space to engage with cutting-edge research?
🔹Seeking mentorship and career insights from experienced academics and 
industry leaders?
🔹Want to network with professionals in AI, ethics, and digital rights?

Now in its second iteration, Nordic Nerds is forming a small, tight-knit 
community of academics and industry experts. This group is designed to 
help graduate students and early-career researchers refine their ideas, 
practice conference presentations, and build meaningful professional 
relationships.

How It Works:
✔️Biweekly virtual meetings
✔️Readings curated by members
✔️Opportunities to present and get feedback
✔️A collaborative, supportive mentorship space

Interested? Apply by filling out this short form 
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOrijQD4jIZAinNn3uZvizdkh2GFiiYeqc4GUZn5C7ZmPyYw/viewform?usp=sharing>. 
We keep the group intentionally small to foster close connections, so 
spots are limited! Meetings are scheduled in Central European Time 
(CET), so participation may be easier for those based in Europe.

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