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The information systems research community at the University of Agder is the best in Norway and ranks fifth in Europe. "This is the result of long-term efforts spanning several decades", according to the head of department.

A visit from students and researchers at the University of Nebraska Medical Center is part of the University of Agder’s commitment to internationalisation in health and nursing education. This spring, American and Norwegian students are exploring similarities and differences between the healthcare systems in Norway and the United States.

The tool has been developed in collaboration with students and can save lecturers at UiA hundreds of hours.

GCE NODE and the University of Agder (UiA) have formalized a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening collaboration between industry and academia in the Agder region through 2030.

“It is a joy to watch children play with mathematics. They are the future, you know.”

In 2026, it will be 50 years since the first cohort began the nursing programme in Kristiansand. On 1 June, former students, staff and partners are invited to look back on a programme that has shaped healthcare services for over five decades.

On Friday 29 May, the University of Agder will host what is likely to be one of Norway’s largest mathematics events for children and young people this year. The programme ranges from physical mathematics activities for ten year olds to the selection of the best mathematics group among upper secondary pupils. The world’s most renowned mathematician in 2026 will also be present: this year’s Abel Prize laureate, Gerd Faltings.

UiA had promised 100 buns in exchange for information that would lead to the letter ‘A’ being returned to its rightful place. The letter is now back in UiA’s possession.

Instructure, which provides the Canvas learning platform to many Norwegian educational institutions, has been hit by a serious security breach.

The bankruptcy of UiA’s partner Morrow has little impact on the university’s research and teaching in the field of battery technology.

Prince Omar bin Faisal of Jordan is one of several key figures from the international esports community who will be visiting UiA during the Academic Esports Seminar from 11 to 13 May.

The board also approved new course offerings and examined this year’s application figures in detail.

Gøril Hannås, Vice-Rector of the University of Agder, has been appointed to the board of the Research Council of Norway.

Music student Einar Måløy has created UiA’s new audio identity – a set of distinctive sound clips that will accompany the university across all channels and platforms.

Almost six in ten trans and non-binary students struggle with mental health issues. UiA’s Centre for Gender Equality and the University of Burgundy are now collaborating on measures to improve the situation.

Saxophonist, composer and music professor Bendik Hofseth has been appointed Knight First Class of the Royal Norwegian Order of St. Olav. He receives the honour for his significant contribution to Norwegian and international musical life over several decades.

UiA’s new psychology degree programme has the highest number of applicants per place in Norway. A total of 1,451 first-choice applicants wish to study psychology in Agder.

This is the clear message from Agder Studnet Organisation leader Magnus Ellefsen Moen to his roughly 14,000 fellow students at UiA. This year’s student elections are now underway.

Academic esports students from UiA have been to Sydney and returned home with victory in the Discord Business Challenge.

Are you a researcher with a knack for communication? Would you like to get better at telling more people about what you are working on? You can now sign up for this year's Researchers' Grand Prix.

In March, 28 students from more than 20 nationalities took part in a short-term mobility programme. Everything was organised by the students themselves.

The University of Agder’s campus in Grimstad is one of the national venues for the Norwegian Championship in Artificial Intelligence (AI NM), held from 19 - 22 March.

In a world marked by increasing conflict, shrinking aid and rising barriers between countries, the University of Agder is educating people to do the opposite: collaborate across borders. After 20 years, the programme is more relevant than ever.

The University Board has also approved the reports from 2025, allocated recruitment positions, and determined what University of Agder wishes to be measured on by the Ministry of Education and Research over the next four years.

From Kristiansand, Roy Mersland and the research centre CERSEM are building a global network of microfinance researchers. The goal is to ensure the research reaches those who need it most.