Two Red Cross instructors spent two days on campus last week, and as a result, we have an eager group of first-year students with valuable training to do voluntary work. "UWC Red Cross Nordic has a group of wise, engaged, and friendly youth that give me faith for the future." That is how instructor Anders Ekeland and Dina Tjelmeland Adeler from the Norwegian Red Cross [...]

The UWC RCN community was privileged to host Dr Musimbi Kanyoro, the Chair of the UWC International Board, who took time out of her visit to Denmark for a brief visit to RCN. Even Dr Kanyoro, with her experience of working with and travelling to the Nordic region, was amazed at the remote beauty of our fjord, travelling as many of us do on the [...]

We're thrilled to announce that on UWC Day, 21st September, the annual global celebration of the UWC mission and values, we will be joined by H.M Queen Sonja. Queen Sonja has been a dedicated patron since the foundation of UWC Red Cross Nordic in 1995, and we look forward to welcoming her back to campus September 21st-22nd 2023. The theme for this year's celebration is [...]

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting our alumni crew from the classes of 2003, 2004, 2012, and 2013. Can you believe it's been 10 and 20 years? Laughs, tears, and joy filled the college as long-seen classmates, roommates, friends reunited. People from all walks of life, different corners of the world, and various careers came together, united by their time at RCN and [...]

At our College, we prioritize empowering students to engage with the world around them and embrace diverse perspectives. One such transformative opportunity that has left an indelible mark on our students is volunteering at Ridderrennet, the largest annual winter-sport week for people with visual and mobility impairments. Through this incredible experience, our students have witnessed firsthand the profound impact of inclusion and camaraderie in the [...]

With a mix of emotions, we bid farewell to the exceptional graduates of UWC Red Cross Nordic, whose presence has left a permanent mark on our hearts and the fabric of our tight-knit community. The Class of 2023, consisting of 100 brilliant minds and compassionate souls, has not only flourished academically but has also embraced the values of empathy, resilience, and global citizenship during their [...]