Welcome to a new semester at UNIS
We are excited to welcome each of you as you begin your studies on January 7th.
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 welcome 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.
Safety Course
The course lasts for six days, beginning Wednesday 07.01.24 at 09:00 and ending Wednesday 14.01.24 at 17:00.
Ingrid Kårstad, UNIS, is responsible for content and accomplishment of the course.
An updated timetable for the safety course will be published on Canvas. Stay informed through the platform to be well-prepared.
Want to know more:AS-101 Arctic Survival and Safety
Lunch
We invite all students to a joint lunch at 11:30. Free of charge.
This is an excellent opportunity to get to know your fellow students and become a part of the UNIS community.
Svalbardbutikken
Please note that the local grocery shop will be closed on Sunday, 4 January. On Saturday, 3 January, the shop will operate with reduced hours, from 10:00 to 16:00.
Program 7 January
| Time | Subject | Instructor | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00-09:25 | Welcome to UNIS – Introduction to the scientific departments | Jøran Moen Managing Director | Møysalen |
| 09:25-09:30 | Student Advisers at UNIS | Student advisers | Møysalen |
| 09:30-09:40 | Student Democracy and Activities | Student council | Møysalen |
| 09:40-10:30 | Break-out sessions | Students and Course Responsible | Møysalen |
| 10:45-11:30 | An introduction to Safety, Health, and Environment issues on Svalbard | OFS (Operations and field safety) | Møysalen |
| 11:30-12:30 | Lunch break | all | Helenstua |
| 12:30 | Safety course | OFS (Operations and field safety) | Møysalen |