The University Senate has rejected a recent proposal for a new syllabus for ex.phil., the compulsory course in introductory philosophy. The reason is that the new syllabus does not contain enough literature on women philosophers. Camilla Serck–Hanssen, one of five members of the academic committee responsible for the proposal, points out that women have only been able to contribute to philosophy on a par with men in recent times.
by Tanja Christiansen
Norwegian media companies use of temporary employment is notorious. Rather than offering permanent employment, temporary employees are dismissed before gaining rights to permanent positions.
In Norway 68 percent of students say no to tuition fees. Students elsewhere in Europe are up in arms protesting increased tuition fees.
KrF wishes to introduce a tuition fee for international students. This was presented in the party’s alternative federal budget.
Short term exchange students don’t have the same housing guarantee as regular international students. Due to shortage in student flats, two Chinese short-term students are now living at the home of a professor.
Naïve students leave valuable belongings behind in the reading room. Regular travel insurance will not cover your losses if something is stolen from your workstation.
Radient chairs and blinking carpets are part of the future, if we are to believe students of Oslo School of Architecture and Design (AHO) and Oslo National Academy of the Arts (KHiO).
Students living in Vestgrensa Student Village had their kitchen invaded by flour beetles after insufficient cleaning. The Foundation of Student Life in Oslo (SiO) disclaims responsibility.
The Foundation for Student Life in Oslo (SiO) is considering closing down some of the student cafeterias. Several of the cafés shows red numbers.
The Foundation for Student Life in Oslo (SiO) promised changes after international students raised their voices against the “Two in one room”-arrangement. Halfway through the autumn semester little has been done.
