The first half of the semester in Norway has been an incredible and thought-provoking experience in so many ways.

Through this program, we have explored key issues such as sustainability, environmental issues, social welfare, and equality in the Nordic countries, with a focus on Norway. We have also reflected on how these systems are different in other parts of the world, particularly in the United States. However, the most engaging part of this experience has been our learning outside the classroom! We have visited the Norwegian Parliament, the July 22nd memorial, the Nobel Peace Center, and the National Museum in Oslo, as well as taken a week’s trip to Copenhagen, Denmark. These experiences have guided our learning on Norway’s historical and cultural values as a whole. Additionally, in Copenhagen, we were able to engage with the Nordic Council, the Greenland house, and multiple museums to gain a better perspective of this program’s themes in another Nordic context. Each experience has offered a new outlook on the ways that justice, democracy, and identity are shaped within Norway.

From my perspective as an American, this program has helped me recognize the systems and communities I am a part of. Furthermore, it has shifted my perspective that even the Nordic countries still have a lot of progress to make politically, socially, and environmentally, even with their valued model. However, the emphasis on collective care, communities, governments, and how individuals play a role has shifted my perspective to a more shared responsibility rather than an individual within society. Altogether, it has made me think more critically about how social roles, policies, and cultural values can either support or hinder equality within a society.

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This full-time, year-round role will be a temporary position for three years, with the possibility of renewal into a permanent position after three years. This is a unique opportunity to lead and deliver high-impact educational programs, fostering cross-cultural understanding and academic excellence.

The Site Director will be responsible for managing and delivering university-level programming for US students enrolled in OUC’s joint programs with Augsburg CGEE. The main program, “Social Systems, Sustainability, and Justice in Norway,” spans a full semester and is offered twice a year, in the fall term and again in the spring term. The position also involves organizing and leading shorter customized programs that range from 1 to 3 weeks in length.

The position of Site Director will be an exciting and highly varied role. The position requires strong interpersonal skills, as you will be providing support to the students in the program, as well as coordinating and collaborating with relevant departments at OUC and reporting to CGEE. The position will require a significant amount of attention at times and will be considered a highly independent position, and some traveling between OUC and CGEE must be anticipated.

The position is located at Østfold University College, at the Fredrikstad campus, in Norway.

Details and Links for More Information:

• View the full job description and details. This posting is now closed. 
• Interested persons please fill out the application form by October 31, 2024.

Please note all questions about the hiring process should be directed to our partners at Østfold University College: Randi Sommerfelt, Dean, +4769608637 (randi.sommerfelt[at]hiof.no) and Kirsti Lauvli Andersen, Vice Dean Education, +4769608693 (kirsti.l.andersen[at]hiof.no).

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