On Tuesday afternoon it was confirmed that the first student in Bergen has tested positive to the corona virus. Studvest gives you a rundown of all the events that happened so far.

Photo: Beate Felde


The person in question is an international student at the University of Bergen (UiB) who lives at Fantoft. Sammen’s head of communications, Marita Monsen, told Studvest that the organisation can confirm that the student is not seriously ill and that he is sitting in isolation in his flat. What will happen regarding the lectures? So far the various institutions in … Read More

Students, scientists and the general public were invited to attend lectures, workshops and panel debates concerning sustainability.

TRAVEL POLICY. Håvard Harstatt introducing CET's travel policy.


One aspect that was discussed throughout the day was what changes could be made in order to make universities eco-friendlier. The event «Day Zero» was being held on the 5th of February 2020 at Kvarteret and the Student Centre. Including students in the discussion – ­We are here today to try and enlighten students about what the University of Bergen … Read More

How can you, as a student, adapt your daily routine to live a more environment-friendly lifestyle? Here is the answer.


The «Zero-Waste-lifestyle» has been a topic of discussion over the course of the last couple of weeks during Sammen’s «Environmental Week» as well as FLYT, the literature festival for the youth. Here are some tips on how you can be more sustainable in your everyday life. Read: The best places to travel in Bergen – for free Is it Possible … Read More

BIFF is taking place for the 20th time between the 25th of September and the 3rd of October – all thanks to the help of volunteers.


The Bergen International Film Festival (BIFF) is screening over 150 national and international feature, documentary and short films annually and is therefore the biggest film festival in Norway. Additionally, BIFF 2019 is also presenting the Virtual Reality exhibition «BIFF Expanded». Organising volunteers at the festival – The realisation of the festival relies heavily on the work of volunteers. This year … Read More

Last Friday the city of Bergen invited visitors for their annual «Kulturnatt» to experience Bergen's cultural life.

VELKOMMEN OM BORD. Jazz music and Shanties on board the D/S Stord 1


On friday, the 13th of september, the city of Bergen hosted their annual spectacle «Kulturnatt», showcasing all the different cultural aspects Bergen has to offer. Starting at 18.00 o’clock visitors were able to take part in various events ranging from museum visits to concerts to guided city tours and much more – for free. The Best Places to Travel in Bergen … Read More