Professor (in Law) Claes Martinson - THINK FOR YOURSELF

2025-05-13

Today I welcome Claes Martinson Professor in Private Law, Excellent Teacher, from the University of Gothenburg he is also the holder of the Torsten Pettersson chair in Maritime and Transport Law. Listen to Professor Martinson reflect on the evolving role of the university—its purpose, and whether its direction is increasingly shaped by business interests or government agendas. He shares candid insights into the challenges of teaching in today’s academic landscape and how the student body has changed since he first entered the...

Today I welcome Claes Martinson Professor in Private Law, Excellent Teacher, from the University of Gothenburg he is also the holder of the Torsten Pettersson chair in Maritime and Transport Law.

Listen to Professor Martinson reflect on the evolving role of the university—its purpose, and whether its direction is increasingly shaped by business interests or government agendas. He shares candid insights into the challenges of teaching in today’s academic landscape and how the student body has changed since he first entered the profession.

Professor Martinson also explores whether Artificial Intelligence poses a genuine threat to university teaching and governance, offering a thoughtful take on how AI may reshape higher education.

The conversation briefly touches on the disturbing influence of the current U.S. administration’s stance on diversity—and its potential ripple effects in Sweden—highlighting the need for vigilance and resistance.

This is essential listening for anyone considering a future in law, educators navigating today’s academic realities, or anyone curious to hear a brilliant professor speak openly about his work, his concerns, and his enduring belief in the university’s vital role in society.

Enjoy, comment, debate and remember to share widely,

See his profile Claes Martinson

https://www.gu.se/en/about/find-staff/claesmartinson

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