Please note that the official opening starts at 12:30, but many study programmes begin earlier. Check the information for your programme to find out when and where you need to be.
PS! You're also invited to a “Pre-study Barbeque” at Studietorget, with free grilled food and drinks for all students, on Sunday 10 August from 15:30 to 18:00.
Programme for the Opening Day – Monday 11 August:
09:00 – 10:00: Orientation meeting for new international students
09:00 – 12:00: Gatherings by faculty.
12:00 – 12:30: Visit stands at Studietorget
12:30 – 13:30: Official opening for all students in Bodø, held outdoors at Studietorget – free lunch included (food and drink):
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 12.30 - 12.40 | Host David Bjørsvik opens the new academic year |
| 12.40 - 13.10 | Welcome speeches: 1. Nord University, by Rector Hanne Solheim Hansen (5 min) 2. Guest speaker (15 min) 3. Studentinord, by NN (5 min) 4. Student Organisation in Bodø, by leader Ahmed Algharib (5 min) 5. Bodø Municipality, by Mayor Odd Emil Ingebrigtsen (5 min) |
| 13.10 - 13.30 | Music by Marie Abelsen |
13.30 - 14.00: Visit stands at Studietorget
12:00 – 15:00: Mørkved Treasure Hunt. Meeting place: Studietorget.
19:30 – 23:00: Thursday Quiz Night at Samfunnet in Bodø.15:00: Mountain hike to Keiservarden. Bus from campus.