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Here for studentsStudy Advisor Mats Pedersen can answer your questions about student life, or will know who can.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Here-for-students.aspxHere for students
Academic victory for ecological economicsRoutledge promotes Nord Professor Ove Jakobsen and his new book.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Academic-victory-for-ecological-economics.aspxAcademic victory for ecological economics
From Nord to YaleKristin Berre Ørjaseter, PhD Candidate at Nord University, aimed sky high when setting out to build her own international network. And she hit a home run! https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/From-Nord-to-Yale.aspxFrom Nord to Yale
Student host definitely worth a look inQuestions about your accommodation? About meeting new friends? Or just want to sit and enjoy a coffee?https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Student-host-worth-a-visit.aspxStudent host definitely worth a look in
Get outdoors with free equipmentStudent Eirin Krogedal Høie is going camping with equipment borrowed from the student welfare organisation. And now you can even order online.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Free-recreational-equipment-for-students.aspxGet outdoors with free equipment
EU fellowship to young Nord researcherCan microalgae in polar regions provide better food, feed and fuel? Chris J. Hulatt (32) and his fellow researchers are going to find out.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/EU-fellowship-to-young-Nord-researcher.aspxEU fellowship to young Nord researcher
Creating a garbage monsterGarbage is on the timetable and cooperation between children and adults is becoming more important in the fight against marine pollution. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Creating-a-garbage-monster.aspxCreating a garbage monster
New student president at Nord UniversityHe is described as smiling, engaged, and stubborn... in a good way. From July 1, Kevin Hovdahl Holmli will represent Nord University’s 12,000 students. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/New-student-president-at-Nord-University.aspxNew student president at Nord University
Large scale crisis simulation at Nord UniversityOn April 26, Nord University will host 'Øvelse Nord 2017'. It could be one of the largest crisis simulations in higher education ever. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Large-scale-crisis-simulation-at-Nord-University.aspxLarge scale crisis simulation at Nord University
Prize-winning research packs a punchNord PhD candidate, Anne Tjønndal, takes out second place in international research awards for her article on women’s boxing.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Prize-winning-research-packs-a-punch.aspxPrize-winning research packs a punch
From Dr. Who and Sherlock to &Action SteinkjerThey could have participated at a grand awards ceremony in England. But the producers of BBC’s successful Sherlock series had more important things on their agenda this week: &Action at Nord University in Steinkjer, Norway.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/From-Dr-Who-and-Sherlock-to-andAction-Steinkjer.aspxFrom Dr. Who and Sherlock to &Action Steinkjer
Teaming up with industry - in 3D Art, Animation and VFX- The teachers here are great and they have unique insight into the industry. Lovísa Úlfarsdóttir studies 3D art, Animation and VFX and is optimistic about the future.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Teaming-up-with-3D-industry.aspxTeaming up with industry - in 3D Art, Animation and VFX
Henning Reiss is the new Head of Ecology DivisionAssociate Professor Henning Reiss will be managing the new ecology research division at Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Henning-Reiss-is-the-new-head-of-ecology-division.aspxHenning Reiss is the new Head of Ecology Division
Brain training against depressionForget happy pills: Research from Nord University shows that regular brain training at home has a measurable effect against depression.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Brain-training-against-depression.aspxBrain training against depression
Green diet for farmed salmonIt is necessary to locate new sources of protein to the feed of farmed salmon, due to the increasing limitation of marine fish meal resources. A high content of plant proteins in the diet has led to challenges in fish helath, fish welfare and product quality. Anusha Dhanasiri will study the effects of a greener diet in the research project EpiGreen. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/En-gronn-diett-for-.aspxGreen diet for farmed salmon
Work and study for international studentsFive students from five countries to crew Nord University events in Bodø.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/jobs-for-international-students.aspxWork and study for international students
NOKUT report useful for Nord UniversityNOKUT’s board recently heard the report of the preliminary review of Nord University following the institutional merger. The university will further develop its systems of oversight prior to the next NOKUT audit in 2018. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/NOKUT-report-useful-for-university.aspxNOKUT report useful for Nord University
Partner in Centres for Excellence in EducationNord University made a stand-out appearance this week when NOKUT named four new Centres for Excellence in Education. - This is an important acknowledgement of our work, says Rector Bjørn Olsen.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/partner-in-centres-for-excellence-in-education.aspxPartner in Centres for Excellence in Education
7 FAQs about examsWhen exam day arrives it is good to know that you are registered and what you should bring with you. And no, chocolate and your student ID are not the only things.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/7-frequently-asked-questions-about-exams.aspx7 FAQs about exams
Midwifery important question for politicsFewer babies are born in Europe, but does it affect midwifery?https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Midwifery-important-question-for-politics-.aspxMidwifery important question for politics
On common ground for sustainabilityJapanese aquaculture students meet Norwegian EU-minister.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Japanese-aquaculture-students-meet-Norwegian-EU-minister.aspxOn common ground for sustainability
From horror story to happy endingJulie Vikestad Olsen's first professional practice period could have ended in catastrophy. It turned out to be an unmissable experience. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/from-horror-story-to-happy-ending.aspxFrom horror story to happy ending
Helping young entrepreneurs growStudents at Nord University learn how develop their ideas. Some have made millions.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Nord-university-gives-entrepreneurs-a-helping-hand.aspxHelping young entrepreneurs grow
First year and 5000 new students- Our students are paramount , says Rector Bjørn Olsen. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/First-year-and-5000-new-students.aspxFirst year and 5000 new students
Summer goes to study of smarter governanceHow should the public sector be governed in the future? This is the central question that Nord University students, participating in this year’s international summer school in Barcelona, are grappling with. The answer to the question is as simple as it is complex: a smarter approach.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Summer-goes-to-study-of smarter-governance.aspxSummer goes to study of smarter governance
Set to open new academic yearRector Bjørn Olsen looks forward to meeting many of the five-thousand new students starting their studies at Nord University this year. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/new-academic-year-welcome.aspxSet to open new academic year
Welcoming new students at Bodø AirportWe have collected lots of international students at the airport already, says Welcome Committee organiser Kristine Solli.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/new-students-collected-and-delivered.aspxWelcoming new students at Bodø Airport
Business and marriage in SlovakiaThe man's role as breadwinner persists in the principle and practice of family business in a Slovakia grappling with liberal ideals and an increasingly western orientation. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/work-and-home-in-slovakia.aspxBusiness and marriage in Slovakia
Preparing for big turnout at Babson ConferenceMore than 300 leading, international researchers within entrepreneurship coming to Nord University and Nordland Research Institute. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Preparing-for-Babson-conference.aspxPreparing for big turnout at Babson Conference
Drones lift research projects in marine ecologyWhat better way to monitor the coast than with a birds-eye view? https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Monitoring-seagrass-with-drones.aspxDrones lift research projects in marine ecology