Welcome to a new semester at UNIS, Autumn 2024
We are excited to welcome each of you as you begin your studies on August 5th 2024.
To ensure a smooth start, we would like to provide you with some essential details. We encourage you to actively participate in the academic environment, engage in scholarly discussions, and make the most of UNIS’s resources.
We are looking forward to meeting you and wish everyone a successful and fulfilling start to the semester at UNIS!
Access Cards and Welcome Letters
You can collect your ID/access card and information letter from reception anytime during the day containing your UNIS username and password. Please make sure to bring your ID card with you to collect them.
The ID card you receive from the reception will be a key for accessing the UNIS entrance.
Election Student council
Monday 5 August 19:00 at Møysalen.
The student council plays an essential role at UNIS and is an opportunity for students to become further involved during their stay. Read more here
Lunch
We invite all students to a joint lunch at 11:45. Free of charge.
This is an excellent opportunity to get to know your fellow students and become a part of the UNIS community.
Program 5 August
| Time | Subject | Instructor | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00-09:00 | Registration in the entrance/reception area | ||
| 09:00-09:25 | Welcome to UNIS – Introduction to the scientific departments | Gijsbert Breedveld Head of Arctic Technology | Møysalen |
| 09:25-09:35 | Student Advisers at UNIS | Hanne Maren Reistad Adviser Academic Affairs | Møysalen |
| 09:35-09:40 | The Norwegian Arctic Student Welfare Organisation (Samskipnaden) | Hanne Maren Reistad Adviser Academic Affairs | Møysalen |
| 09:40-09:50 | Information about the student democracy and student activities | Oliver Hyatt Rapp | Møysalen |
| 10:00-10:30 | Break-out sessions | Students and course responsible | |
| 10:45-11:45 | An introduction to Safety, Health and Environment issues on Svalbard | Bård Helge Strand | Møysalen |
| 11:45-12:30 | Lunch break | Helenstua | |
| 12:30 | Safety training |