Official welcome ceremony – start of studies 2025

Monday 11 August 2025 12:00-12:45,
Uteamfiet utenfor SiS studenthus, campus Ullandhaug.

Welcome to a new academic year at the University of Stavanger!

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Are you a new student at the university, or perhaps you're returning to continue your studies? Either way we're excited to welcome you with an opening ceremony in the outdoor amphitheatre on top of campus Ullandhaug, just outside SiS studenthus!

Our students Nikoleta and Kristian will be on stage to greet you, alongside representatives from the university, the city, and the region. Join us as we celebrate the start of the new academic year with inspiring speeches, music, and a friendly atmosphere!

The welcome ceremony is free and open to everyone.

Studenter samlet foran en scene med et band og masse konfetti
Happy students celebrating the start of studies in 2024. Photo UiS / Line Hausken

Program:

DJ Mao is playing on the outdoor stage - come and chill and enjoy the good vibes

Opening

Speeches by:

  • rector Klaus Mohn
  • mayor of Stavanger Tormod Losnedal
  • minister of education Kari Nessa Nordtun
  • student leader Knut Solvig

Kick-off: Fadder festival

Music by students and DJ Mao

How to get to campus Ullandhaug

We recommend taking the bus, bike or walk. Parking can be difficult to find, especially at the start of the semester.

Studying performing arts?

Don't miss the opening ceremony at campus Bjergsted Tuesday at 12.