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Life-Saving First Aid to the South and Lule Saami LanguagesMember of the Sami Parliament praises Nord University’s launching of a primary teacher education programme in South and Lule Saami languages.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Life-Saving-First-Aid-to-the-South-and-Lule-Saami-Languages.aspxLife-Saving First Aid to the South and Lule Saami Languages
The winds of changeRenewable energy is the future and 26-year-old master’s student Kseniya Pak its face and brains.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/The-winds-of-change.aspxThe winds of change
Nord students to head national unionJose de Pool and Lindah Chido Matsapa will work to improve the economic and social situation of international students in Norway. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Nord-students-to-head-national-union.aspxNord students to head national union
New student presidentSolveig M. Fleischer has been elected president of the Student Parliament at Nord University.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/New-student-president-2018.aspxNew student president
Students win at games awardsNot long after they developed «Field Hospital», Doctors Without Borders got in touch. Now, these Nord students can claim Game of the Year. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Students-win-at-game-awards.aspxStudents win at games awards
Exchange opportunities in Brazil and ChinaNord University has received funding for international student exchange collaboration with China and Brazil, say Project Managers Roberto Rivas Hermann and Yan Zaho.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Exchange-opportunities-in-Brazil-and-China.aspxExchange opportunities in Brazil and China
Nord students meet with star producer– Listen to music that you do not like, says Radiohead producer John Leckie. He recently shared his knowledge and experiences when meeting with Nord University music students.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Nord-Students-Met-With-Star-Producer.aspxNord students meet with star producer
New warts and allIt is microscopic, with yellow growths and a crust characterised by small grains or warts. Say hello to crustose lichen Cliostomum piceicola.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/new-warts-and-all.aspxNew warts and all
Improving crisis managementNord University and colleges in Lofoten and Bodø cooperate on safety and emergency response training. Together, we can contribute to saving lives and the environment in the High North.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Improving-emergency-response-in-the-north.aspxImproving crisis management
Young researchers journey out10 PhD Candidates at Nord University share a travel grant of NOK 600,000.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Young-researchers-journey-out.aspxYoung researchers journey out
Cod not almightyThe ocean waters of the Lofoten-Vesterålen archipelago are more diverse than the North Sea.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Cod-not-all-powerful.aspxCod not almighty
Tops marks for Nord Business SchoolEntrepreneurship researchers at Nord University are the best in Norway, and among the world's top 100 research communities in the field.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Top-marks-for-Nord-Business-School.aspxTops marks for Nord Business School
Philo of Alexandria under the magnifierHe was a contemporary of Jesus and his writings are described as a treasure. International researchers are taking a renewed interest in Philo of Alexandria.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Philo-of-Alexandria-under-magnifier.aspxPhilo of Alexandria under the magnifier
What the seas don't needWine bottles, plastic and pillows. Tables, tires and toothbrushes. It all surfaced in Bodø's harbour during Science Week 2017.https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/What-the-seas-dont-need.aspxWhat the seas don't need
International students arriveAround 400 international students commenced their studies at Nord University this week. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/International-students-arrive.aspxInternational students arrive
Airport welcome for new studentsChloe from USA is one of many new international students taking advantage of the Welcome Committee’s services. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/New-students-collected-at-airport.aspxAirport welcome for new students
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
Five alive for new arrivalsSome international students are surprised to find that few warning signs or guardrails mar Norway's rugged wilderness. https://www.nord.no/en/news-events/news/Pages/Safety-first-in-Norwegian-nature.aspxFive alive for new arrivals
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
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