Ola Ingvaldson has always been an avid lover of academia, which is why he chose Lund University to be his institute of higher learning. Lund University has a commitment to excellence, something best described by their official website, which states, “Lund University seeks to be a world-class university that works to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. The University is ranked as one of the top 100 in the world. We tackle complex problems and global challenges and work to ensure that knowledge and innovations benefit society. We provide education and research in engineering, science, law, social sciences, economics and management, medicine, humanities, theology, fine art, music and drama. Our 47 700 students and 7 500 employees are based at our campuses in Lund, Malmö and Helsingborg. The University has a turnover of around SEK 7 475 million (EUR 844 million), of which two thirds is in research and one third in education. We are an international university with global recruitment. We cooperate with 680 partner universities in over 50 countries and are the only Swedish university to be a member of the strong international networks LERU (the League of European Research Universities) and Universitas 21.”

Ola Ingvaldson also chose Lund University for their strong core values, values best illustrated by the official website for the school,which states, “Lund University represents fundamental human rights and democratic and academic values. We shall operate in a context of gender equality and ethnic and social diversity. Respect, tolerance and concern shall govern all relationships, as well as mutual acceptance of responsibility and loyalty to the core values, mission and goals of the University. Rationality, quality and commitment permeate the activities of our University. Academic integrity is absolute. There is ample room for different opinions and for debate. Respect for different viewpoints and objectivity direct our activities. Critical thinking and free access to research information are promoted. We have an innovative and creative environment with scope for change and opportunities for professional development for employees. Humour, curiosity and commitment are key concepts. The University is a critical voice and driving force in society. We cooperate with the international higher education community and carry out research and education in global issues of decisive importance to the future of mankind.”