Unikum understands that 98pc of students accused of plagiarism fail in their appeal awarding UiA the unfortunate accolade of the university with highest rate of plagiarism in Norway. One (former)…
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A Colorless Polychrome
He stares at the blank canvas, sizing it, while his left hand effortlessly glides above the array of brushes, a finger occasionally dipping down to feel the old, wooden handle,…
Folk Dance in Kristiansand
BUL - Kristiansand - is a place in the city center where everybody (even without any dance experience) is welcome to come to learn traditional Norwegian folk dances and music.…
Exchange Students Review
Jakub, Poland The first time I fell in love with Norway was when I was on the bus to Kristiansand and I could see the lakes, the forest, the nature…
In Winter´s Grasp – Dikt
In winter’s grasp, a maiden fair, Trapped in snowflakes’ icy stare. Her dreams of spring, a distant call Another cycle of pain, she can’t let go. Each step toward…
Advice for the New Year!
Your most dreaded advice column is back after a wonderful holiday break. Babes, I pray you had a cosy festive season. I personally celebrate the holidays by falling over twice…
Culture Calendar: January – February
Welcome to the start of a new adventure. My name is Adam Zawadzki, and I was an international exchange student here last semester. While it’s unlikely that we’ll ever meet…
Review: Mean Girls
Twenty years ago, the cinematography scene was blessed with a contemporary masterpiece called “Mean Girls”. Was it the most profound movie ever made? No. Was it the most unique title…
From the vault: we wish you a Ferry Christmas and a Happy New Steer
Upon immediate receipt of the news that there was an all-you-can-eat buffet within walking distance, I made haste for ‘Catch Me If You Can’ restaurant in the city centre of…
Game Review: Super Mario RPG
Mario has proved time and time again, there’s nothing he can’t do. From racing in karts, playing various sports and even turning into paper, he’s done it all. But 27…
Poetry Corner: December
my pockets are full of candy wrappers. to write is to feel. i unwrap the strawberry candy of my words and let it slowly melt on my tongue, the plastic…
Film Review: ‘Anyone But You’
Direction: Will Gluck Screenplay: Will Gluck, Ilana Wolpert Cast: Glen Powell, Sydney Sweeney, Alexandra Shipp, Dermot Mulroney, Rachel Griffiths, Bryan Brown Length: 103 minutes Rating: 15 For the record, my…
Unikum’s Podcast Corner: World Mental Health Day Episode VI
In this, the sixth and final episode, Adam talks to Maya Nixon, a third-year bachelor's student of International Relations from Virginia, United States (exchanging from Germany) and Petra Mitenberga (right),…
Merry F🧑🎄🎄king Christmas – A celebration of passive aggressiveness
For those of you that love throwing shade, as much as standing in it looking creepy, the festive season is the perfect time to unleash your inner Scrooge! Not only…